HUDSON FALLS – Emma Boynton Nelson, 92, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, December 16, 2022.
Born on July 14, 1930, in Jay, NY, she the daughter of the late Sheldon and Mary (Chabbot) Boynton.
Emma married Andrew “Bud” Nelson on January 2, 1954. They were married for 27 years until Andrew’s death.
She was a communicant of St. Mary’s/ St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.
Emma spent many years as a Teacher’s Aide in the Hudson Falls Central School District.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Andrew; her sister, Mildred Hartpence; her brothers, Edward and Sheldon Boynton; her daughter-in-law, Deborah Nelson; and her stepmother, Laura Boynton.
She is survived by her daughter, Ann Tomashefsky (Paul); and her son, Michael. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Jonathan and Katy Tomashefsky, Tess, Margaret, and Wyatt Nelson; along with several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services and Rite of Committal will take place in the spring at a time to be announced.
The family would like to thank the staff of Glens Falls Hospital for their care and compassion and would also like to give a special acknowledgement of gratitude to her niece, Sue Curren, who provided amazing care for Emma.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of America. 375 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 or The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation, 5550 Executive Drive, #200, Tampa, FL 33609.
You can honor Emma’s memory today by providing one single act of kindness toward someone.
It was my pleasure to have your mother work with me as an aide at Dix Avenue for so many years, full and part-time. She had a quiet, unobtrusive way of working with the first graders. I first met Emma when Michael was in my third grade in 1971, and looked forward to visiting with her at our retirement luncheons. She was such a kind person.
I’m so sorry I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting her. Prayers and thoughts for your family
Mike and Ann we were saddened to hear of the loss of your sweet mom. We hope a lifetime of happy memories carry you through this difficult time.
Emma (Mom) was our children’s only living Grandparent, and the Love that she gave to our son (Jonathan) and daughter (Kathryn) was matched only by her kindness to other people. Every family gathering was filled with warmth and good memories. Her presence while our son battled Leukemia, these past six years, was an invaluable blessing. She will be dearly missed by all of her friends, family and grandchildren!