HUDSON FALLS – Claire Binetti Conlee, daughter of Felicetta and Martino Binetti, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025. She was born on December 23, 1931. She is preceded in death by her brothers Dominic and Vito “Tooter” Binetti, and her best friends, sister-in-law Maxine Binetti, and Betty Anderson
She is survived by her children, James Conlee (Gail Bauer), Kathleen Conlee (Jay Tegeder), Ann Sutliff, Mary Joan “Bea” Conlee (Joanne Schrader); granddaughter Lauren Sutliff (Nick McFeeters); and great grandson Jack McFeeters; and many special nieces and nephews.
Claire was very proud of her Italian heritage and loved to relate stories of growing up in Fenimore. Her apartment overlooking the Hudson River was her happy place. She often remarked: I can see the river and Fenimore from here. She raised her family in Hudson Falls and was a devoted member of St. Mary’s/St Paul’s Parish. Christmas Mass at the beautifully decorated church was a favorite memory.
Claire had a big personality and was never afraid to speak her mind. But her special gift was how she connected with and supported her friends – often with her very dry sense of humor – and she never forgot to recognize a birthday or important date.
She worked for many years as a secretary for General Electric. After retirement, she traveled to visit family and friends in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Virginia. A special memory was her trip to Las Vegas; she loved playing Black Jack and cards.
There were so many people in Claire’s life, too many to name, but her Binetti nieces and nephews and niece Lynn Ellmers, all held a special place in her heart, along with friends Laurie and Mike Leonbruno.
Friends may call from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Friday, January 17, 2025 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Catholic Church, on the park in Hudson Falls.
Rite of committal will take place in the spring in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Fort Edward.
The family would like to thank Lynn Ellmers and Mary Edgerly for continued help and support during the later years of Claire’s life. In addition, we would like to thank the staff at Wesley Care Center for the compassionate care received.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Red Cross, 333 Glen Street, Suite 104, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Online remembrances may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.
I will miss you. such a nice person
love Debbie
All of us Binetti’s in Virginia and Wisconsin will miss you, Claire. You were so good to all of us!
Deepest sympathy & condolence.
What a wonderful and full life she led – full of the love of family and friends! Sending my condolences to the family.
Our Aunt Claire was a huge part of our family. There was no one like her, and no one funnier. Cathy and Mom are waiting at the Black Jack Table for you. I love you with my whole heart. RIP 💜
I treasure my memories of our years working together and our many long conversations and laughs together. I will miss you dear friend. I know you are in Heaven with Jesus. Rest in peace sweet Claire.
Aunt Claire was one of my favorites. She was so funny and would always keep us laughing! I will miss you so much, Aunt Claire! Love you!
This one hurts deep…. Claire how I’ll miss your wonderful, dry sense of humor …how I’ll miss you… my blackjack buddy.. I just loved sitting next to you.. teaching me, making me laugh like no other. Those memories will remain with me for all of my days. I will never ever forget you Claire. Such a kind soul. Watch over us all down here… we need it. I’ll miss you my friend. More than words can describe. Fly high … you earned those wings. Love to you all…Bea, Kathleen and Ann… your mom meant the world to me, I truly adored her. ❤️
Claire was a beautiful woman and my family has know her forever. I have really enjoyed talking with her. RIP🙏
To Claire’s family my deepest sympathy to you all. My memories of riding my bike with my best friend Cathy Binetti
When it was hot we always would stop at their house for Kool-Aid and cookies. Those were always such happy memories.
Rest in peace
Such a beautiful woman. Known her for 50 years and she always made me laugh. We lost a good one. RIP 🙏 you will be missed !
Jim, Kat, Ann, and Bea, my deepest sympathies to all for your loss. May your mom be at comfort and RIP.
When parents die, nothing is the same anymore. We can no longer be children, we will no longer feel carried away by their hugs, kisses and words of encouragement. It seems like life is getting harder because their protective love is no longer there. When parents are no longer with us, we are orphans, and that is hard regardless of age. Even though you created your family, the face of your parents is ingrained in you for eternity. All people, even if we are adults, have this living child inside us who wants to be protected all the time by his parents, turning to their unconditional love whenever necessary, but when they are gone, that option is no longer possible. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family
Auntie Claire will forever be remembered. She held such a special place in all our hearts. RIP Aunt Claire
So sorry, Bea and family..
Bea and family sending thoughts & prayers. I sat next to your mom at a funeral, I had not seen her in years, she was one funny lady! Some may say it’s completely inappropriate to be laughing and cracking jokes at a funeral, all I can offer is it’s exactly what everyone needed. May she rest in peace, cherish your memories , hold her dear forever in your hearts.
My condolences to your Family! Claire was a special lady and I have fun memories of seeing & laughing with her at the Durkin’s get togethers. May she rest in peace with God.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this difficult time.
I’m really going to miss you Claire.We had some great conversations.
My condolences to the Conley and Binetti families. She was one of a kind! So funny! And she never sugar coated anything-told it like it was!! I always told Cathy she was so much like her she could have been her daughter!!