Deborah A. (Holcomb) Thaxton

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ThaxtonQUEENSBURY – Deborah A. (Holcomb) Thaxton, 60, of Queensbury, passed away on Sunday April 27, 2014 surrounded by her loving family, at her home.

Born on November 17, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Charles F. Holcomb Sr. and Vivian (Millington) (Holcomb)Hewitt. She attended Glens Falls School.

Debbie loved music, horses, fishing, bowling, dancing, singing karaoke and spending time with her loved ones. In recent years she was a DJ with her son BJ and her husband, Bernie. Many know her from the Knights of Columbus in Queensbury, where she charmed her way into many hearts and made numerous friendships. Her friends and family meant the world to her, especially her grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she is predeceased by her grandparents, Clayton and Leneta (Fuller) Millington, her uncle Arnold “Bud” Millington of Rhode Island and her three older brothers, Charles “Chuck” Jr., Anthony and John Holcomb.

Survivors include her husband of 25 years, Bernie Thaxton Jr., her children, Autumn (Dunn) Johnson and her husband, Scott, Tiffany Mack and her husband, Mike, Michael Morro, BJ Thaxton and her “step daughter”, Tyanne Mead, her uncle, Daniel Holcomb and his wife,

Janet of Warrensburg, her aunt, Dorothy Millington of Rhode Island, her grandchildren, Karisa Heym, Kristina Tennant, Joshua Heym, Dylan Mack, Azriel Mack, Emma Mack and Amber Mack, several nieces, nephews and many cousins.  She was particular close to her cousin, Connie Blackmer and her children.    Debbie also leaves behind her loving dogs, Bandit and Ziggy.

Friends may call on Thursday, May 1, 2014 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 5 p.m., following the calling hours at the funeral home, with the Rev. Colleen Lyon, officiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 101 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the American Diabetes Association, 7 Washington Square, Albany, NY 12205-5512.

Edna Goulet

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Goulet, Edna (Copy)HUDSON FALLS AND INDIAN LAKE – Edna Goulet, 93, of Hudson Falls and formerly of Indian Lake passed away Saturday April 26, 2014 at her home with her family by her side.

Born October 25, 1920 in Indian Lake, she was the daughter of the late Howard and Florence Brown.

Edna attended Indian Lake High School and on October 25, 1939 she married Edward Goulet in Olmsteadville with the Rev. Hatch officiating.

With her husband she owned and operated Goulet’s Wood Products in Indian Lake. In 1967 Edna and Edward moved the family to Florida and in 1975 they retired to Franklin, NC. They bought and converted a former private boarding school for girls into their home with apartments and a campground. While renovating the school they also ran Goulet’s Locksmith for 10 years. After retiring from the campground and locksmith businesses they moved to Hudson Falls with their daughter Kathryn.

She loved square dancing with her husband in Florida and North Carolina. While living with her daughter in Hudson Falls she enjoyed sunny days on the front porch viewing the farm and watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren work and play. She loved to reminisce about the old days, and her childhood spent at Lewey Lake Campsite where her parents were caretakers for 30 years. She also enjoyed visiting her daughter Elaine’s lakeside camp and trips to the ocean and White Mountains with her daughters.   She always referred to herself as “just a Country girl” and “A tough Ol’ Bird”.

For the past three years Edna was cared for by Kathryn and Elaine with assistance from her daughter Karen during the summers. She also enjoyed visits from her other daughter Linda.

She was predeceased by her husband Edward Goulet of 72 years in 2012, a son Edward “Beaver” Goulet in 1991 and her sister Lenore Lewis.

Survivors include her 5 children, Keith H. Goulet and wife, Anne, of Lake City, Florida, Karen A. Titton and her husband, Bob, of Leesburg, Florida, Linda R. McCane and her husband, Morgan, of Franklin, NC, Kathryn L. Wood and her husband, Jim, of Hudson Falls, NY, Elaine F. Toth and her husband, Andy, of Schenectady, NY; her grandchildren, Edward, Richard, and Gerry, Brenda, Mike, Amy, Robert, Kathryn, Bret, Eric, Laura, Lorraine, Andrew, Thomas, and Valerie; 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great- great- grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 30, 2014, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls, with Rev. Mike Bailey, officiating.

Burial will be at Rush Cemetery in Franklin, NC.

The family would like to thank High Peaks Hospice for their compassion and support. The family would also like to recognize the help of Dr. Joseph Mihindu over the past three years.

Donations may be made to High Peaks Hospice of Warren County Office, 79 Glenwood Ave. 2nd Floor, Queensbury, NY 12804, to show your support.

Edward James Vincent

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Vincent (2)FORT EDWARD – Edward James Vincent, 88, of The Oaks in Fort Edward, died on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at Glens Falls Hospital after 11 days of illness.

Born on February 14, 1926, in Whitehall, NY, he was the son of the late Benjaiman and Annabelle (Marcelle) Vincent.

Edward graduated from Nott Terrace High School in Schenectady.

During World War II, he served in the U.S. Army as a Private 1st Class in the European theatre of operations.

On November 9, 1947, he married Kathleen Kernan in Akron Ohio.

Edward worked for General Electric and Knolls Atomic Power Lab (KAPL) as a Class A. Electrician. He retired in 1988.

His enjoyments included coin collecting, bowling, collecting steins and traveling in his motor home.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife Kathleen M. Vincent who passed away in 1999.

Survivors include his daughter, Diane MacIntosh and her husband Doug; his son, Bruce Vincent and his wife, Connie and Bruce’s stepdaughter and step son, Megan and Ted Dreger; his brother, Kenneth Vincent; and his cousin Berly Vincent and his wife, Diane

There are no calling hours, and services are private.

Interment will take place at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Edward’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to Greenpeace, 702 H Street, NW, Suite 300, Washington, DC 20001, any Native American Charity of one’s choice, the National Museum of the American Indians, 4th St & Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20560,  the American Cancer Society, 959 State Rte ( Queensbury, NY 12804 or the Arthritis Foundation, 1717 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12205

Gary L. Dickinson

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Dickinson, GarySOUTH GLENS FALLS – Gary L. Dickinson, 59, a lifelong resident of South Glens Falls, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2014, at Washington Center of Nursing and Rehabilitation formerly Pleasant Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, in Argyle, after a courageous battle with Lou Gehrig’s Disease.

Born on July 11, 1954, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Lyle E. and Lillian (Taylor) Dickinson.

Gary was a graduate of South Glens Falls High School.  Following his graduation he attended Adirondack Community College, now known as SUNY Adirondack.

Gary served as a patrol officer for many years for the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Department and the South Glens Falls Police Department.

He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls and loved golfing, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, waterskiing, bowling and boating.

Gary’s life was spent helping others, through his police work, his devotion to the South Glens Falls Volunteer Fire Company, his work with the Boy Scouts, and coaching women’s softball.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Gail Ellen Dickinson.

Gary is survived by his brother, Dale Dickinson and his wife, Mary of Moreau; his niece, Keri Snowball and her fiancé, David Rooks of South Glens Falls; his nephew, Jason Dickinson of Queensbury; his great niece, Claire Snowball of South Glens Falls; his great nephew, Trevor Burch of South Glens Falls; and his lifelong devoted friend, Kim Nichols of Queensbury.

Calling hours will take place on Sunday, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The South Glens Falls Volunteer Fire Company will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home to pay their respects.

Funeral Services will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, at the First Presbyterian Church on the park in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Michael Plank, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at Southside Cemetery in the town of Moreau.

Memorial donations may be sent to the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, 5 River Street,e3 Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the South Glens Falls Volunteer Fire Department, 7 West Marion Avenue, South Glens Falls NY 12803.

Colleen Sullivan Viele

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KINGSBURY – Colleen Sullivan Viele, 86, passed away, April 20, 2014, (Easter Sunday), after a long and stoic battle with Diabetes and Heart Disease.

Colleen worked at GE for 20+ years and after retiring she volunteered at the ACC Daycare Center for several years until she left to take care of her grandkids for 18 years and great grandkids for the last 3 years. She was a beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend. Her family was the center of her life and that sometimes included the Kingsbury neighborhood kids who could usually be found playing in the yard alongside her 8 children.

She was predeceased by her daughter, Kelly Ann Sullivan, her son in law Noel Barber, stepson Craig Viele and her 6 siblings.

She is survived by her husband Lester Viele, her children Dawn (Calvin) Pugh, Kris Barber, Lois Sullivan, Colleen (Kenny) Spaulding, Joseph Sullivan and his Fiance Kelly Carpenter, Dennis (Virginia) Sullivan, Thomas (Christine) Sullivan. Step Children Connie (Jeff) MIller, Cindy (Jeff) Kendierski, Chuck(Kathy)Viele. Her sister Ellen Pezzi. Brother in Law Ernie Viele. Grandchildren Jamie Knight, Jason Knight, Jolene (Josh) Cronin, Elizabeth Sullivan and Dennis & Michael Sullivan. Also Scott Beckwith, Chipper Viele, Christina Kelsey, Jeremy Viele, Genvieve Viele, Tim Woodard. Great Grandchildren Olivia and Alex Cronin and several step-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be on Wednesday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will conducted, 11 a.m. on Thursday, at the Funeral Home.

Burial will follow at Kingsbury Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

The family would like to thank Dr. Kandora and his staff for 30 years of excellent care. The family would also like to thank the Glens Falls Hospital Emergency room doctors and nurses for the care & compassion they showed her on her many visits there.

No flowers please – Donations can be made to the Kingsbury Cemetery Association c/o PO Box 13, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, New York 12205.

Mary Jane Sabo

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SaboHUDSON FALLS – Mary Jane Sabo passed unexpectedly from this life on Saturday, April 19th 2014.

She was born to the late Joseph and Mary Marino on July 9th, 1930 in Geneva, New York. In 1948 she married Antonius Sabo and they lived together with their children in Hudson Falls, New York.

Mary Jane was a devoted and loving mother whose touch extended far beyond just the children she bore. Her home was one of warmth and laughter, and welcomed all without pause. She was safe harbor for anyone with a smile to share or a heart to heal.

Mary Jane is now with her sisters Kathyrn Palmisano, Josephine Prater, and Anna Mae Arms, and is also survived by siblings Joseph Marino, Jr. and wife Dorothy, and Sylvia Opichowski. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Antonius Sabo and 8 children: Antonius Sabo Jr. and wife Jennifer, Sandra Strother, Rebecca Stevens and husband Thomas Romano, Craig Sabo and wife Gina, Kathryn Sabo-Strother and husband Richard, Tina-Marie Liles and husband Douglas, Peter Sabo and wife Jamie, Elias Sabo and wife Caroline; 13 grandchildren: Asha Martellotta, Eric Sabo and wife Theresa, Adam Sabo, Jessica Sabo, Rachel Stevens, Niles Stevens, Brooke Strother, Trevor Strother, Kyra Liles, Arianna Liles, Gabriella Liles, Lindsey Sabo, and Andrew Sabo; and 2 great-grandchildren: Molly and Aidan Martellotta.

To our mother –

“Gather each child into your embrace and in their bosom, a place to grow, a piece of your heart you gently place to bloom into Love and overflow.”

 Calling hours will be on Thursday, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

 A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, at Zion Episcopal Church, 224 Main Street in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Richard Chandler, Rector, officiating.

 Burial will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

 Memorial donations may be made to Zion Episcopal Church, 224 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or Operation Smiles, Inc., 3641 Faculty Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23453.

 

Madeline Lovett Edgerly

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edgerlyedgerly oldHUDSON FALLS—Madeline Lovett Edgerly, 87, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2014, at the Fort Hudson Nursing Home and Rehab Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on March 14, 1927, in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Theopholus and Edith (Zeto) LaViolette.

Madeline attended and graduated from South Glens Falls High School.

Her first husband, Harold E. Lovett passed away in November of 1955, and her second husband, Ralph Edgerly passed away in September of 2011.

Madeline was a member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church. She enjoyed taking care of her home, her family, and her extended family.

In addition to her parents and two husbands, she was predeceased by her daughter, Diane Edgerly and her son in law Robert Deyette, Sr.

Survivors include her daughters, Connie Deyette-Klein and her husband, Karl of Glens Falls, and Cindy Edgerly and her fiancé, Bryan Durant, of Queensbury; her grandchildren, Cindy Becker and her husband, Patrick, Robert Deyette, II, and Brendan Grogan; her great-grandchild, Morgan Becker; Devin Durant; her two sisters, Marjorie Butler of South Glens Falls, and Mildred Pratt of Fort Edward; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

At Madeline’s request, there are no calling hours.

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Derek Hansen, pastor of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church, officiating

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Madeline’s family would like to thank Community Hospice and also extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses, C.N.A’s and staff of S wing at Fort Hudson.  No words can express how wonderful and caring they were to our mom, they truly became a second family to her and to us.

Madeline’s family suggests memorial donations to be made to the Purrs and Paws animal shelter, 3857 Route 9L, Lake George, NY 12845.

Ann S. Abbey

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AbbeyAbbey oldQUEENSBURY – Ann S. Abbey, 81, a long time resident of Queensbury, went into the arms of the Lord, on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, at Indian River Health Care Facility in Granville, surrounded by her loving family

Born August 10, 1932, in Queensbury, she was the daughter of the late Henry and Melvina (Mero) Stockwell.

In 1949, Ann graduated from Glens Falls High School.

She worked at General Electric in Fort Edward and Hudson Falls for over 40 years.

Ann loved spending time with her grandchildren, and great grandchildren and enjoyed traveling reading, and walking.

Besides her parents, Ann is predeceased by her ex-husband, Carl I. Abbey, her brothers David, Charles, and Wayne Stockwell, and her four half brothers, and two half sisters.

Survivors include her son, Carl S. Abbey of Hudson Falls and his loving companion, Susan Dalbey; her grandchildren, Christopher Abbey of South Glens Falls, Brett Abbey and his wife, Hillery of Queensbury, Keith Abbey and his significant other, Beth Bello of Fort Ann; her great grand children, Luka, Kendall, Reann, Andrew, and Kyle Abbey; her special niece, Joan LaPier and her husband, David of Queensbury; several other nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her special friend, Diane Ingleston of Whitehall.

Friends and family may call Friday, from 6 to 8 p.m, at Carleton Funeral Home,h Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, at the funeral home with Rev. Donald Shuler, interim pastor of the Village Baptist Church of Fort Edward, officiating.

Burial will follow the funeral service at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Ann’s family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Indian River Health Care Facility for their compassion, care and kindness given to Ann and her family.

Donations in memory of Ann may be made to a charity of one’s choice

William (Bill) Troeber

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TroeberFORT EDWARD –  William (Bill) Troeber, 97, passed away on January 28, in Vista, CA, with family at his side.

William was born Dec. 18, 1916, the son of William W. and Mabel (Ott) Troeber, in Elizabeth, New Jersey.

Bill grew up in Westfield, NJ, graduated from Pingry School, and attended Lafayette College.  He played sports in high school and college, including basketball, football, and ran track.  Also Bill learned to play the clarinet and saxophone,   playing in bands and orchestras.

After college, Bill went to work for the W.T. Grant Company.  He was drafted into the U.S Army just before WWII, and served for the “duration,” as he called it.  He became a First Lieutenant, working in hospital administration.

While stationed near Washington D.C., he met Fan Waynick.  They were married on May 8, 1942.  They remained married for nearly 50 years.  She passed away in 1992.

After the war, Bill returned to W.T. Grant, Co., working as a manager in around New York and Pennsylvania, before becoming the manager of the newly rebuilt store on Main Street in Hudson Falls.

While in Hudson Falls, he was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, and The Kiwanis Club, serving as president of the latter.  Bill became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, where he served served several terms as a Trustee.  He was also a member of the Masons while living in Ellwood City, PA.

In retirement, he enjoyed swimming at the YMCA, playing golf, and visiting family.  He served as President of the Wedgewood Retirement Golf League in Fort Edward.   He was as an election inspector in the Village of Fort Edward for many years.

Bill enjoyed doing crosswords, listening to big band music, and reading.  He also enjoyed watching sports, especially the Knicks, Pirates, and Steelers.

Besides his wife, Bill was predeceased by his parents, and his sister, Betty.

Bill is survived by his sons, William Jr. (Bill), and his wife Barbara, of Ruskin, FL, and Jeff, and his wife Karen, of Carlsbad, CA, plus grandchildren Tim Troeber  and his wife Brenda, of Long Island, David Troeber, of Newark, DE; Edwin Troeber and his wife Missy, of Port Jefferson, NY; Joanna Troeber Steisel, of West Palm Beach FL; Daniel, of San Marcos, CA; and Nathan, of Carlsbad, CA; a sister, Ruth Batt and her husband Dick, of Gardner, MA; step-sister Patricia Moffit, of Albany; and six great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 12, as 11 a.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Michael Plank, pastor officiating.

A reception will follow at the church.

The family wishes to thank many friends and The First Presbyterian Church for their support.

The family requests donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls.5 River St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839

Local arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls

Donald H. Bapp

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BappQUEENSBURY – Donald H. Bapp, 77, of Queensbury, died Sunday, April 6, 2014, at home with his family present, after a long illness.

Born April 17, 1936, in Princetown, he was the son of the late Oscar O. Bapp and Marian A (Petty) Bapp-Howk.

On September 7, 1956, Donald married Irene Peggy O’Leary at West Glens Falls Chapel.

Don was the owner and operator of his own service station called, Bapp’s Gulf, on Ridge Street, in Glens Falls.  He also worked for Robert D. Monahan with Roofer’s Union 241, for more than 30 years.  He retired from Monahan and Laughlin – Roofers Union in 1994.

Peggy and Don lived on Sunnyside Road, in Queensbury for 54 years.  They also wintered in Fort Pierce, FL for 12 years.  Don enjoyed cars all his life and also watching Nascar races.  Don and Peggy enjoyed attending many Blue Grass festivals and loved country music.  Don’s all time favorite thing was spending time with his sons, grandchildren, and family.

Besides his parents, Don is predeceased by his brothers, Robert, David, and Peter Bapp and his granddaughter, Nicole Bapp.

Survivors include his wife, Peggy; their seven sons, Thomas and his wife, Rissa of Gansevoort, Tymothy and his wife, Robin of Queensbury, Theodore and his wife, Cindy of Hudson Falls, Todd and his wife, Tina of Queensbury, Terry and his wife, Sandi of Argyle, Troy and his wife, Tammie of Queensbury, Tyrone and his wife, Tamara of Queensbury; his 17 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; his brother, Richard Bapp of Queensbury and Stuart, FL;  and two sisters, Harriet Kalme of Easton and Ruth Creeden of Stuart, FL.

Family and friends may call Wednesday, 4 to 7p.m., at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be private.

Donations in memory of Don can be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Diane Smythe

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smytheFORT EDWARD – Diane Smythe, 55, of East Road, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, April 2, 2014, at her home.

Born December 31, 1958, in Boston, MA, she was the daughter of the late Bruce and Elaine (Frey) Smythe.

Diane was employed as an account clerk for the Hudson Falls School System and was a Martiall Arts Instructor for the Murray’s  Family Martial Arts.  She loved her four dogs, and raising horses on the Hickory Hill Farm in Fort Edward.  Diane enjoyed birds and was an avid naturist.

Survivors include her sister, Lorelle Arpino and her husband, Carlo of Dedham, MA; her nephew, Justin A. Arpino and his wife, Ashley of New Hampshire; her niece, Alyssa M. Arpino and her fiancé, Jesse Alvarado of MA; one grandniece, Aleigha Arpino of MA; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Family and friends may call Saturday, April 12, from 3 to 5 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

A Prayer service will follow the calling hours, at 5 p.m., at the funeral home.

Burial will take place on a later date, at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.

Donations in memory of Diane can be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Robert J. “Bobby” Wood

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Wood, BobbyARGYLE – Robert J. “Bobby” Wood , 54, of Argyle, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 2, 2014, At Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born November 29, 1959, in Glens Falls, he was the son of  Calvin Durham, Sr and his wife, Sheila. and Elaine Wood.

In 1977, he graduated from Hudson Falls High School.

On February 27, 1981, Bobby married Mary Ray at the United Methodist Church in Hudson Falls.

He was employed as a service manager at Bain’s Automotive in Salem.   Bobby attended the Living Waters Church in Wilton.  He was a member of Adirondack Riders Motorcycle Club and Bulls Eye Shooter.  Bobby was active in many shooting clubs.  He enjoyed playing guitars and riding his Harley with his wife.  He participated in many fund raising rides.  He also enjoyed spending time with family and going on outings with them.  Bobby was a huge Elvis fan.

Bobby is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Alvin and Carmella Wood; his paternal grandparents, Hilbert Calvin Durham and Nina May Durham.

Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Mary (Ray) Wood of Argyle; his great niece, Nicole Hafner of Argyle; his mother, Elaine Wood of Warrensburg; his father, Calvin Durham, Sr.and his wife, Sheila of Fort Edward; his brothers and sisters, Dan, Sue, Evelyn, Helen, Calvin, Jr., Dean, Glen, Bill, Danny, Sheila, Nina; and several aunts, encles, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.

Family and friends may call Saturday, 1 to 3 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow calling hours at the funeral home, with Rev. Brett Seals, Pastor, of Living Waters Church in Wilton, officiating.

Burial will be private.

Donations in memory of Woody can be made to a gun safety organization of choice

Jean M. Daly

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Daly, JeanHUDSON FALLS & QUEENSBURY – Jean Mary Daly, 93, formerly of Hudson Falls and Queensbury, went into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, March 27, 2014.  She died peacefully at her granddaughter’s home in Brambleton, Virginia.

Born on May 14, 1920 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late William and Florence (Holleran)  Myron.

She attended St. Mary’s School and later graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1938.   Jean was employed at General Electric in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward from 1943 to 1985, where she worked as a Quality Inspector for many years.

In December of 1942, she married Paul E. Daly.  He passed away in December of 1995.    Jean lived in Hudson Falls for many years and belonged to St. Mary’s Parish.  She moved to Queensbury in 1970.   In 1984, Jean went to Ireland with her cousin, Rita Sullivan to see their ancestry.   In 2006, she moved to Maryland to be near her family.   Jean loved being with her family and would often take her granddaughters blueberry picking to make blueberry pies, and shopping, where trying on modern hats became a typical and fun pastime.  She enjoyed spending time in Lake George and Glen LakeShe was always upbeat, witty, and graceful.  Jean was able to spend her final years with her daughter, granddaughters and their families.  She enjoyed her friends of years past and recently enjoyed watching old TV shows, such as Gunsmoke and Hawaii FiveO.    A month before her death, upon her request, she went to visit the Pennsylvania Amish in Lancaster County, PA with her family.

Besides her parents and husband, Jean is predeceased by her brother, William Myron, her cousins, Loren Sullivan and Rita Sullivan, and her aunt, Elizabeth O’Brien.

She is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline Kulbako of Germantown, MD; her granddaughters, Kate Pecaro and her husband Mark of San Jose, CA; and Rachel Vennitti and her husband, Chris of Brambleton, VA; her cousins, Bud Sullivan of Fort Edward and his family; Patricia and James Mustacaros of Cape Cod, Mass and their family; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Funeral Mass was held on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will be later in the spring at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Arrangements are under the care of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 959 Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY  12804.