HAMPTON – Brenda E. (Douthwright) VanDeusen, 88, formerly of Hudson Falls, and currently from Hills Pond in Hampton, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Mrs. VanDeusen was born on June 18, 1936, in Fall River Massachusetts. She was the daughter of the late Cornelius and Myra (Bliss) Douthwright.

In 1954, she graduated from Somerset High School and in 1958 she graduated from Bridgewater State College where she earned her B.S. in Health and Physical Education.

Mrs. VanDeusen taught Physical Education at Fort Ann Central and Hartford Central Schools, eventually retiring from the Hudson Falls School District.

On July 3, 1961, she married John VanDeusen. Before moving to Hampton, they resided in Hudson Falls for over thirty years.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Hudson Falls, serving on the Diaconate for many years.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. VanDeusen was predeceased by her daughter, Janet (VanDeusen) Merrill, and her brother Melvin Douthwright and his wife, Betty.

Mrs. VanDeusen is survived by her husband of sixty three years, John VanDeusen of Hampton; her son Gregory VanDeusen (Lisa) of Greenwich; her two daughters, Jill Stimpson (Robert) of Cross Junction, Virginia and Sheila VanDeusen of Hampton; her son in law, Gary Merrill of North Carolina; her six grandchildren, Eric Mylott (Renee), Jessica Mylott (Randy), Megan Dowling (James), Victoria Crupe (Preston), Jackie Hogan, and Brian Hogan. Mrs. VanDeusen is also survived by her three great-grandchildren, Mikenna, Cooper, and Ben; and her three nieces and nephew.

Following Mrs. VanDeusen’s final wishes, there will be no services.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Mrs. VanDeusen’s memory be made to a local organization for animal care.

HUDSON FALLS – Linda Louise Haessly, 77, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024.

Calling hours will be on Saturday, January 4^th, 2025, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial services will follow the calling hours at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.

Linda will be laid to rest at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the spring.

A full obituary will follow.

KINGSBURY – Christopher Michael Barrett, 54, of Kingsbury has unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024. After several months of medical treatment, his body was too tired to go on.

Born July 22, 1970, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Dennis R. and Elizabeth “Betty” A. (Ritchie) Barrett.

Chris graduated from Hudson Falls Sr. High School. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Chris enjoyed running heavy equipment that he learned at BOCES and operating equipment with his father. He had many jobs as a heavy equipment operator with local construction companies. Chris also owned and operated a firewood business that he did on the side.

On a softer note, Chris took a liking to the stray kitties that wandered to his home. He would take them to the veterinarian, feed them, nurture them and most of all, fall in love with them.

Chris is survived by his mother, Elizabeth “Betty” (Ritchie) Barrett, his father, Dennis R. Barrett and his brother, David D. Barrett.

Chris’s family would like to thank the special people who were kind and helped care for and supported Chris over the past few months with his illness.

There will be no calling hours.

Burial will take place at the convenience of Chris’ family.

TROY- Margaret J. Story, beloved sister, aunt, and dear friend, passed away on December 12, 2024 at Van Rensselaer Manor in Troy, NY.

Born on September 1, 1941 in Fort Edward NY, she was the daughter of Frederick H. Story and I. Eilleen (McDougall) Story. Margaret graduated as valedictorian of the Hartford Central School class of 1959. She graduated from Cornell University in 1963.

Margaret had a long career with Cornell Cooperative Extension in Rensselaer County, where she made lasting friendships and worked with youth and adult volunteers through the 4-H program. She later worked for the Commission on Economic Opportunity in Troy, NY. Throughout her career and during her retirement, Margaret had a deep commitment to community service. She held leadership and volunteer positions in several community and professional organizations. Among these were the Rensselaer County Historical Society where she served as a member of the Board of Trustees including three years as president. She also volunteered extensively for Vanderheyden Hall and the League of Women Voters.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Thomas Story and three brothers who died in infancy. She is survived by her sisters, Joyce LaPoint (David), Gayle Smith (Robert); sister-in-law Deborah; step siblings, Gary Wilson (Emmy) and Linda Bergman (Robert); nieces and nephews, Kari, Jeffrey, Kimberly, Scott, Elizabeth, Adam, and Todd; aunt, Barbara Newton; and many cousins, grandnieces and grandnephews. She was blessed with rich friendships, counting her cherished friends as family.

Margaret was an accomplished quilter, completing beautiful projects for family and friends and teaching others to quilt as well. She also loved to read and garden. For thirty-five years, she was a member of the Moordenier Antique Study Group. In recent years, Margaret could often be found enjoying food and companionship at the Alexis Diner. She enthusiastically attended and helped to plan annual gatherings for her high school graduating class. Margaret loved her grandnieces and nephews and enjoyed spending time with them and keeping up with their adventures near and far.  She was also a lifelong cat lover and cherished the companionship of her beloved cats.

Friends may call from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Hart Cluett Museum in Troy in January (date to be announced). 

Friends and family who wish to do so are encouraged to honor Margaret’s memory with a memorial donation to the Rensselaer County Historical Society, 57 Second St., Troy, NY, 12180 or a charity of their own choosing.

HUDSON FALLS – Violet Ruth (Williams) Weatherwax, 76, of Farley Road, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

Born on August 17, 1948, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Jerry and Mary (Hunt) Williams.

Violet was a graduate of Fort Ann High School.

On August 8, 1968, she married Daryl Weatherwax.  He passed away on April 21, 1995.

When their kids were younger, she stayed home and took care of them and helped raise the neighborhood kids.  She was known as being a mom to everyone and her door was always open, and everyone was always welcome.  As a natural caregiver, Violet also worked as a home health aide for Adirondack Home Health Aides for over 25 years.

Violet was a kind, loving and caring person, who loved everyone.  She enjoyed traveling to Maine and visiting the lighthouse.  Violet will be remembered for making the best finger rolls you ever tasted.

In addition to her parents, and husband, she was predeceased by her siblings, Colonel Williams and Inez Smith, her granddaughter, Marissa Weatherwax and her in-laws, Frank and Flora Kingsley.

She is survived by her five children, Michael Weatherwax and his significant other, April Martin, Louie Weatherwax, Lisa Hart and her husband, Edward, Brian Weatherwax and his wife, Nickole and Laurie Weather wax and her significant other, Randy Underwood; 16 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; her siblings, Jerry Williams, Roger Williams, Anson Williams, Ingrid Williams, Mary Williams, Betty Beatty, Donna Williams and Edith Williams; her in-laws, Mert, Brenda, Kim, Peggy, Helen, Una, Linda, Toni and Cindy; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Calling hours will be on Sunday, December 15, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Donations in Violet’s memory may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

HUDSON FALLS – Kevin S. Harrington, 58 of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at Glens Falls Hospital following a long battle with heart issues.

Born in Massachusetts, he was the son of the late Elmer and Joanne (Palmateer) Harrington.

Kevin was a 1985 graduate of Mount Anthony Union High School in Bennington Vermont. Following high school, in 1985 he enlisted in the United States Army and proudly served his country for four years until he was honorably discharged in 1989. After his discharge he went to Mildred Elley and received his degree in paralegal services and worked for Washington County Court.

He began working evenings and weekends for Good Times in Hudson Falls where he dedicated twenty years as “a man who wore many hats”. Following the closure of Good Times, Kevin worked for JP Bruno’s Bar and Grill in Glens Falls. He was also employed for Tri County Cab in Glens Falls.

Kevin was a proud member of the Kingsbury Fire Department. He had a knack for fixing just about anything that was broken. Especially if it involved rebuilding rooms in someone’s home. He had the sternness of the military engrained in him and sometimes sounded harsh when he spoke, but he had a heart that truly loved his family, especially his daughter Kass and son Tyler.

In addition to his parents, Kevin is predeceased by his sister Michelle Harrington; Raymond Gallant, his niece/goddaughter, Ashley Ann; and his loyal and faithful four-legged best friend, Keena.

He is survived by his children Kass Harrington and Tyler Harrington of Hudson Falls; Melissa Scheffler (Edward Smith) of VT, Renee Gallant of Vermont, Donna Carlson of Vermont, Marilyn Field of Florida, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Kevin is also survived by the mother of his children, Felicia Brayton of Hudson Falls.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, December 12, 2024, from 1pm – 2:30 pm at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be held at 2:30pm, immediately following calling hours.

A graveside service will take place on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 1pm at the Albany Rural Cemetery, 3 Cemetery Avenue, Albany, New York 12204.

Memorial donations in Kevins name may be made to either the Kingsbury Fire Department, 3715 Burgoyne Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

HUDSON FALLS – Loretta Aileen Dickinson, 86, of Green Barn Road passed away on December 4, 2024, at Albany Medical Center with family by her side.

Born September 23, 1938, in Indian Lake, she was the daughter of the late Loren and Minnie (Moulton) Chatterton.

Loretta married Kenneth J. Dickinson, Sr. on January 31, 1954, in Indian Lake and spent the next forty years together until his passing on January 16, 1994.

She worked for various manufacturing companies in Warren and Washington Counties until she was hired at CR Bard in Glens Falls and worked 30 plus years until her retirement.

When not spending countless hours spoiling her grandchildren, Loretta loved to crochet. She also enjoyed making candy for her family and friends at Christmas. She made the best wedding cakes and colorful, character birthday cakes for family and friends. When her children were younger, Loretta handmade all the chocolate bunnies and chicks for their Easter baskets.

Sunday dinners were especially important to Loretta. No matter what the temperature was outside, she spent countless hours in the kitchen preparing either a turkey, ham or roast dinner. Loretta loved babysitting her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They kept her going until she became ill.

In addition to her parents and husband, Loretta was predeceased by her daughters, Mary Ellen Dickinson and Barbara Dickinson, her grandchildren, Ryann and Johnathan Rosick, and Michael Sanders, her siblings Alice Bates, Mavis Blanchard, Reuben Chatterton, Alan Chatterton, and Allan “Bud” Chatterton, her son in laws Mike King, Mike Regan, Lou LaValley, and her daughter in law Georgie Mosher.

Survivors include her loving children Lucille King of Tennessee, Nancy Regan of Queensbury, Lorraine Gregory (Mike) of Arizona, Rose LaValley of Hudson Falls, Larry Dickinson (Lisa) of Saratoga, Garry Dickinson of Fort Ann, Kenneth Dickinson, Jr. (Jackie) of California, Wayne Dickinson (Monica) of South Glens Falls, Rebecca Rosick (Joe) of Hudson Falls, Richard Dickinson (Tina) of Granville, and Jason Hay (Meagan) of Fort Ann. Her sisters Vivian Delong (Ron) of South Glens Falls, Yvonne Flewelling (Pete) of Queensbury. As well as her brother-in-law Dave “Porky” Bates.

Loretta is also survived by her grandchildren whom she loved dearly; Florence, Kenny, Joanne, Darlene, MaryEllen, Cary, Lorraine, Mikey, Crystal, Jeremy, Zandy, Lucas, Cheyenne, Nate, Heather, Nick, Joshua, Cherish, Kassy, Ashley, Dominick, Hope, Quanisha, Jason, and Alex; her forty-five great grandchildren, and five great-great grandchildren.

At Loretta’s request, there will be no calling hours.

A private graveside service for Loretta’s family will be held sometime after spring at Moss Street Cemetery in the Town of Kingsbury.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, December 14th at the South Queensbury Fire House on Dix Avenue in Queensbury at 1 pm.

HUDSON FALLS – David Edward Armstrong, 81 of Hudson Falls unexpectedly passed away on Monday, December 2, 2024, at Glens Falls Hospital due to complications from hip surgery.

Born April 22, 1943, in Old Town, Missouri, he was the son of Van and Martha (Cozort) Armstrong. David was a devout Christian and a minister for over a decade, serving the Lord in Arkansas, Missouri, Kansas, Indiana, and Tennessee.

David attended high school in Mammoth Springs, Arkansas and was a graduate of the Arkansas Career Development Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas where he learned typewriter repair in his first career. He moved the family to Memphis, Tennessee in 1981 where he graduated from the Memphis School of Preaching.

He was an extremely talented woodworker, painter, and often to his family’s dismay, comedian. His dry humor brought both befuddlement and hearty laughter to all family gatherings. David was an expert troublemaker and wisely guided his grandchildren through life with sage advice such as “study until the cows come home” despite there never being any cows that actually came home.

David was an accomplished guitarist, learning to play left-handed as a teenager, with Chet Atkins as his favorite musician, he could perfectly play everything in the Chet Atkins catalog through the last days of his life.

Later in life he developed a love of painting through watching the Bob Ross series on PBS. He became a prolific painter of landscapes which his family treasures.

David married Loretta Bacon of Independence, Missouri, the love of his life, on November 25, 1967, in Mammoth Springs, Arkansas. David and Loretta celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary the week before his death.

He moved to Hudson Falls in February 2023 with his wife Loretta to live close to their daughter. David loved the beauty of the Adirondacks and Lake George, and while only here a short time, he was happiest around nature.

David was preceded in death by his father and mother, Van and Martha Armstrong of Mammoth Springs, Arkansas, and nine brothers and sisters, Jeanette Armstrong, Veneda Dillard, Nadine Smith, Geneva Smith, Cleatus Pete Armstrong, Cloyse Armstrong, Wilma Cherry, Elsie Holman, and an infant that died at birth.

He is survived by his wife, Loretta Armstrong and three children. Jeffrey Wayne Wealand (Mair) of Phoenix, Arizona, Melissa Dawn Shea (Ken) of Hudson Falls, and David Edward Armstrong II (Michelle) of Hesston, Kansas.

David was grandfather to Robin Alyssa Atwood, Cairen Anne Marie Goree (Tracker), Jordan Dean Huntley (Coral), Brandy Marie Thomas (Bryndan), Austin Reed Sontag (Tayler), Tristan Michelle Armstrong, Hannah Hope Del Monte (Nic), David Riley Armstrong, Eleasah Joy Hatfield (Mat) and great-grandchildren, Cheyenne Marie Wright, Charlotte Kara Thomas, David Wyatt Armstrong, Mason Levi Wealand, Raylan Reed Sontag, Jireh Tarian Goree, Bennett Andrew Sontag, with another great-granddaughter on the way.

A celebration of David’s life will take place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at the Queensbury Church of Christ, 357 Aviation Road in Queensbury at 2pm.

HUDSON FALLS – John F. Hoffman, 51 of Hudson Falls passed away unexpectedly Sunday evening, December 1, 2024 at his home.

Born September 13, 1973 in North Tarrytown, NY, he grew up in Ossining, NY and was a graduate of Ossining High School. While in school he was an exceptional athlete and excelled in football, earning a college scholarship to attend Marist College. He finished his college career at New Haven College in Connecticut.

On May 3, 2014 he married his longtime love and companion, Lauren Saracino, in Peekskill, NY.

John’s love of sports and football never faded, and he faithfully watched all of the college football and NFL games he could. He loved to cook meals for his family and his time with them was his most precious time.

He is predeceased by his father-in-law, Raymond Saracino; and his great-aunt, who had a huge part in raising him, Marion Miller.

John is survived by his loving wife, Lauren Hoffman; his 6 daughters, Victoria Alessi, Brianna Hoffman, Arianna Hoffman, Lena Hoffman, Georgia Hoffman, and Scarlet Hoffman; his parents, John Hoffman, Jr. and Janice Hoffman; his brothers, Dustin Hoffman, and Aaron Hoffman; his sisters, Jacqueline Hoffman, and Noelle Waffenschmidt; and many, many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Monday, December 9, 2024 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm at the funeral home.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

HUDSON FALLS – Edward “Pop” L. Clark, Jr., 96, formerly of Feeder Street, passed away Friday morning, November 29, 2024 at the Holbrook Adult Home in Granville.

Born on April 18, 1928 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Edward L. Clark, Sr. and Ida (Oliver) Clark. Ed was a proud US Navy veteran, serving in World War II in the South Pacific. He served aboard the USS Cooner and the USS Ulysses and was honorably discharged in 1946.

Ed was hired by Glens Falls Hospital as an apprentice chef, graduating in 1948. He became the head chef until 1951 when he left to continue his culinary career at Skidmore College. Ed went to work at Finch Pruyn in Glens Falls in 1952 as an electrician and retired in 1990.

In 1999, Ed became a New York State Ombudsman and enjoyed being an advocate for nursing home patients around the state.

On January 11, 1949, Ed married the love of his life, the former Elizabeth Jenkins, at Christ United Methodist Church in Glens Falls. They enjoyed 62 years together before she passed away on March 17, 2011.

Ed’s faith was very important to him. He was a former member of the First Baptist Church of Hudson Falls, and more recently was a member of Kingsbury Baptist Church.

He was very proud to be ordained as a Chaplain in 2016 where he was able to share God’s word to people in nursing homes and shut-ins. In his last years, he held church services and had sing-a-longs at Holbrook Adult Home.
Friends and family were always greeted with a “How ya doing” and a few jokes and his goodbyes were “Bye for now”.

He enjoyed singing and listening to music and always looked at the bright side of things.

In addition to his parents and his beloved wife, Ed was predeceased by his son, Eric Clark; his grandson, Andrew Howard; and son in law, Thomas Howard.

He is survived by his daughter, Cherri Howard of Brazoria, TX; his grandchildren, Megan Woodling (Steve), and Emily Howard; along with his great-grandchildren, Kayla, Kory, Karly and their families, Kinly and Andrea.

Friends may call from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Carleton Funeral Home, inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 at the funeral home. Burial with military honors will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Ed’s family would like to give a special thanks to Deb Pauquette and staff at Holbrook Adult Home where he received excellent care and was treated like family.

Memorial donations may be made to Kingsbury Baptist Church, 3861 State Route 4, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

HUDSON FALLS – Robert W. Hartung, 84, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving evening, Thursday, November 28, 2024.

Born on February 15, 1940 in Rhode Island, he was the son of the late Hans and Charlotte (Radzuhn) Hartung. Robert grew up on the family farm in Hartford, NY where he ran the dairy and orchard with his brother and father. He attended Hudson Falls Schools, graduating from Hudson Falls High School in 1960 and attended classes at Hudson Valley Community College. Robert then went to work as an inventory control specialist for Albany Engineered Systems in Queensbury where he eventually retired.

In April of 1962, he married the love of his life, Ilene (MacFarran) Hartung. The couple enjoyed 50 years together until she passed away September 13, 2012. Robert was a member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church and attended Sunday services regularly.

Robert loved the outdoors. He and his family would spend many days during the summer on their camp on Schroon Lake, swimming, fishing and relaxing. He also enjoyed taking his family on vacation at the beach in Ocean City, NJ. He liked to work with his hands and was a model train enthusiast, but mostly just liked fixing things. Robert and his wife loved the Washington County Fair and enjoyed the exhibits, especially the antique tractors. They spent many hours there volunteering, including overseeing the rabbit barn. He was affectionately known as the “Tool Man” and was often recruited to make small repairs at the fairgrounds and at the BOCES campus on Dix Avenue. Robert listened to Country, Bluegrass and Polka music, and he could often be found in the mornings at any of the local diners having breakfast and socializing with friends.

In addition to his parents and his wife, Robert is predeceased by a brother, Hansi Hartung.

He is survived by his two children, Scott Hartung (Margaret) of Hudson Falls, and Lisa Doster (David) of Lake George; his grandchildren, Jennifer Hunt (Peter) of Hudson Falls, Andrew Hartung (Elizabeth McAndrew) of Queensbury, Jackson Doster, and Jayden Doster; a sister, Heidi Platt of Pennsylvania; his brother, Theodore Hartung of Granville; three great-grandchildren, Oliver, Alice, and Austin Hunt; his beloved cousin, who was more like a sister, Linda Schneider of Texas; and many other cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the Carleton Funeral Home. Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A funeral service will follow at 1:00 pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, 227 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.