Lieutenant Colonel Robert P. Hamell

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1945-Robert-P-HamellRobert-P-HamellGlens Falls – Lieutenant Colonel Robert P. Hamell, AUS, 90, formerly of South Street, Glens Falls and Argyle, NY passed away peacefully on September 21, 2013.

Born on March 1, 1923 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Hazel (Moon) and Carl B. Hamell of Queensbury.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Jacqueline (Legault) Hamell and his brother Carl A. Hamell.

He was a 1940 graduate of Glens FallsHigh School.

LTC Hamell is a veteran of the United States Army with active duty from July 1943 to November of 1945. He saw action on D-Day +5, the Battle of the Bulge and other European fronts all the way from Normandy and across the ElbeRiver. He was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, the Belgian Fourragere and the Belgian Croix de Guerre for action in World War II as a forward observer in the artillery.

LTC Hamell, AUS served in the Army Reserve from November 1945 to 1981, retiring as the Commander of the 1st Battalion, 389th Infantry Regiment, 98th Division. He was a proud member of Congressman Gerald B. Solomon’s service academy selection committee after retiring from the reserves.

He was also a member of the American Legion Post #1518 of Argyle, a life member of the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars Post #6196 of Queensbury, a member of the Benevolent and Protective order of the Elks Lodge #81, a life member of the Reserve Officer’s Association and past president of the Adirondack Chapter of that organization.

 Prior to a career with GE, he was in the automotive service industry. He retired in 1983 after 18 years in the capacitor department at GE.

 His hobbies included golf, fishing, bowling and woodworking and never saying no to a game of Scrabble.

 Survivors include his three daughters; Karen L. Gray and Sharon A. Fitzsimmons of Florida and Susan Carlton of Texas: Ten grandchildren; Phillip and Kari Camp of Queensbury, William and Sue Camp of Florida, Colonel Jeffrey and Andrea Camp of Dubai and Georgia, Kelly Fitzsimmons, Christine Camp of New York, Tyrone and Nat Fitzsimmons of Buffalo, Andrew and Lisa Camp of Queensbury, Michael Muratori and Scott and Tracy Dziekonski of Texas, Nathaniel and Jill Gray of Renton, Washington: 18 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his Aunt Lillian Powers of Warrensburg.

 The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Stanton Nursing Home, The Pines Nursing Home and the Landing, where LTC Hamell made lasting friendships with the staff and took great pleasure in how at home they made him feel.

 While we can’t express fully how grateful we are, we would also like to thank his best friend, chauffeur, shopper, shaver, and all-round caretaker, Cassi Fleury. She brightened his day, enjoyed Red Lobster, ice cream and many trips to the Crown PointBridge together. She was always ready to debate with “Mr.Bob” as she affectionately called him.  

 Friends may call from 4-7 on Thursday, September 26th at the Carleton Funeral Home at 68 Main Street in HudsonFalls.

 Services will be held at noon on Friday, September 27th at the funeral home with Deacon Bazinet officiating.

 Burial, with full military honors will take place at 2:30 pm on September 27th in the Gerald B. H.SolomonSaratogaNationalCemetery, on Duell Road in the Town of Stillwater.

 Memorial donations may be sent to Paws for Purple Hearts, donations can be made at www.pawsforpurplehearts.org.

 

Joan Marie (Hicks) Brownell

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BrownelSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Joan Marie (Hicks) Brownell ,74, of Midtown Apartments, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, September 20th, at her at her home.

Born June, 24, 1939 in Granville, Joan was the daughter of the late Charles Tabor Hicks and Alice Mae (Taylor) Hicks.

Joan attended Fort Ann School.  On July 3, 1964 she married Robert J. Brownell , in Poultney, Vermont.

She loved nature and most of all her family.  She was a member of the South Glens Falls United Methodist Church.

Beside her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Brownell, and her sister, Barbara Liebig.

Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Brownell of Florida; her siblings, Florence Tomlinson of Salem, Fred Hicks of Gansevoort, and Gretchen Braymer of Granville; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Joan will be laid to rest next to her husband at Gerald B.H. Soloman Saratoga National Cemetery.

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

John Frank Missita

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MissitaHUDSON FALLS – John Frank Missita, 72, of Hudson Falls, entered into the arms of his Savior, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, September 20, 2013, at his home.

Born November 6, 1940 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Helen (Sebert) Missita.

John was graduated from Glens Falls High School in 1958.  He then served in

The United States Army and was stationed at the White House under Presidents’

Kennedy and Johnson.  There he coded all of their important messages.

On January 20, 1979, John married Virginia Maynard at the Ridge Road Wesleyan Church.

He worked many years for J.E. Sawyer as a shipping manager and also at Lowe’s as a shipping manager.  He drove the trolley for the Glens Falls Transit. He then was a school bus driver for the Hudson Falls schools, and most recently, Glens Falls schools. To him driving the school bus and taking care of the kids was his most important job.

John was a member of Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls.  He loved running and for many years was a High School baseball umpire.  He coached the South Glens Falls American Legion Baseball team and is an inductee to the Glens Falls High School Athletic Hall of Fame.   He was the most loyal Red Sox fan in America.

John loved his God and family and took great pride in being a great life long friend to many.

In addition to his parent, he is predeceased by an infant son, Michael Todd

Missita, a sister, Jane Missita, and a nephew, David John Missita.

Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Virginia Missita of Hudson Falls; his children, Deborah Missita Colvin of Colorado, Jacqueline Missita Hoffer and her husband Kris of Glens Falls, Rico Missita of California, James Mallory and his wife Esther of Hudson Falls, Jeremy Mallory and his wife Karissa of Hudson Falls, Amy Yrsha and her husband Marc of Queensbury; his grandchildren, Ethan and Paul Colvin, Amanda, Brooke, and Esther Mallory, Kaitlyn Connor, Kylee, Caleb and Keirsten Mallory, Chase and Sydney Yrsha; one brother, George Missita and his wife Sonja of South Carolina; one aunt, Grace Fish of Glens Falls; his mother in law, Joyce Maynard of Hudson Falls; many brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He is also survived by his former wife, Donna Kottman of Greenfield Center.

Friends may call from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Tuesday, at the Gospel Lighthouse

Assemblies of God Church on LaCrosse Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place Wednesday at 1 p.m., at the church with Reverend Paul Mead, pastor, officiating.

Interment, with military honors,  will follow at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.

Donations in memory of John can be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, Glens Falls, NY, 12801, and Gospel Lighthouse Church, 30 LaCrosse Street, Hudson Falls, NY, 12839

The Missita family would like to thank Dr. Gillani, Donna Boss and the staffs at the Cancer Center and Tower 2 of the Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support

Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins

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RobbinsSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins, 59, of Bluebird Rd., went to be with the Lord and her beloved family at Glens Falls Hospital, on September 17, 2013, after a courageous 10 year battle with Renal Cell Cancer.

Born in Glens Falls on December 23, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Elsie (McAuley) Quartiers.  Catherine always said that Christmas is Jesus’ celebration and not mine.

Catherine graduated from Hudson Falls Central School.

On February 4, 1989, she married Edwin George Robbins at West Glens Falls Community Chapel.

For over 30 years, she worked at Glens Falls Hospital, as a technician, ward clerk, and then finally in medical records.  She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Volunteer Fire Police Association of New York and an honorary support group member of the Saratoga County Volunteer Fire Police Association, Inc..  She loved attending Fire Police Conventions with her husband.

She enjoyed bowling, and bingo with her mother. In her later years she liked the Saratoga Racino.  She loved her dogs Harry, Georgie, and Harley.

Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Edwin Robbins of South Glens Falls; her sister, Rita Quartiers, and her friend Steve of Hudson Falls; her brothers, Clifford Quartiers, and his wife Mary of Queensbury, Joseph Quartiers, and his wife Brenda of South Glens Falls, and James Quartiers of South Glens Falls; along with several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. om Friday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tony Childs, pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury

A reception will follow the Rite of Committal at the Gansevoort Fire Department on Rte 32, in Gansevoort.

Online condolences can be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Memorial donation’s in Catherine’s memory may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The Robbins family would like to thank Dr. Hoffman, Dr. Beaty, Dr. Solomon and the staff at Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support.

Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins, 59, of Bluebird Rd., went to be with the Lord and her beloved family at Glens Falls Hospital, on September 17, 2013, after a courageous 10 year battle with Renal Cell Cancer. 

Born in Glens Falls on December 23, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Elsie (McAuley) Quartiers.  Catherine always said that Christmas is Jesus’ celebration and not mine.

Catherine graduated from Hudson Falls Central School. 

On February 4, 1989, she married Edwin George Robbins at West Glens Falls Community Chapel. 

For over 30 years, she worked at Glens Falls Hospital, as a technician, ward clerk, and then finally in medical records.  She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Volunteer Fire Police Association of New York and an honorary support group member of the Saratoga County Volunteer Fire Police Association, Inc..  She loved attending Fire Police Conventions with her husband.

She enjoyed bowling, and bingo with her mother. In her later years she liked the Saratoga Racino.  She loved her dogs Harry, Georgie, and Harley.

Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Edwin Robbins of South Glens Falls; her sister, Rita Quartiers, and her friend Steve of Hudson Falls; her brothers, Clifford Quartiers, and his wife Mary of Queensbury, Joseph Quartiers, and his wife Brenda of South Glens Falls, and James Quartiers of South Glens Falls; along with several nieces and nephews.

Donations in memory of Catherine can be made to Fort Edward Rescue Squad Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tony Childs pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury

A reception will follow the Rite of Committal at the Gansevoort Fire Department on Rte 32, in Gansevoort.

Memorial donation’s in Catherine’s memory may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The Robbins family would like to thank Dr. Hoffman, Dr. Beaty, Dr. Solomon and the staff at Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support.

 

Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore

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WhittemoreQUEENSBURY – Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore, 86, of Queensbury, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at the Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs.

Born on April 27, 1927, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Briggs) Whittemore.

Raymond attended Glens Falls High School.  Following school he served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.   While in the Navy, Raymond fought in the Pacific Theater and in the Battle of Okinowa.

In 1949, Raymond married Jean Bellinger, at St. Mary’s Rectory in Hudson Falls.

For over 61 years, he was a proud member of the Pipefitters and Plumbers, Local 773.  He was also a member of the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 and the VFW.  The most important thing in Raymond’s life was his family.

In addition to his parents, was predeceased by his brothers, Clint Whittemore, Dewey Whittemore, his sisters, Grace Kenny and Virginia Tougas.

Raymond is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean Whittemore of Queensbury; his children, Larry Whittemore and his wife, Tawn, Linda Piper, Phyllis Jarvis and her husband, John, Dean Whittemore and Debbie Jelley and her husband, Frank; his grandchildren, Amy, Michael, Jessica, Joe, Gavin, Deanna, Jordon, Devin and Damian; his great grandchildren, Zoe and Tergan, Cooper and Jaxson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial for Raymond was at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with full military honors.

Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Celia Ruth Solomon

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QUEENSBURY – Celia Ruth Solomon, passed away September 16, 2013, following a short illness, at Fort Hudson Nursing Facility.

Born Celia Ruth Miller, on March 9, 1917, to Joseph and Ida (Goldstein) Miller in Portal, Georgia, she was the fifth of seven children.

Celia was blessed with a sharp mind and a wonderful sense of humor, always quick with a quip or joke. Her intellectual gifts were also displayed in her poetic abilities, often capturing the humor and irony of a situation. Her daily journals of more than 70 years leave a legacy of a life enjoyed and well lived. Family was always primary in her life. She loved family gatherings and took special pride in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Married, April 30, 1938, to David Solomon, of Hudson, NY, where they raised their family and enjoyed 60 wonderful years of marriage, until David’s passing in 1998. Celia reflected often on the comfort in their love and devotion. They would joke about their bond in marriage made stronger in the raising of four sons, stating to each other, “You’re not leaving me alone with these four boys!” Her devotion to their sons was evident in her spending 16 years as a Little League Mother and never missing a game. They took yearly vacations to Florida as a family and then a trip around the world, after David’s retirement.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by her siblings, Robert Miller, Norman Miller, Rebecca Miller, Samuel Miller, Lillian Alpert and Martha Blitz.

Celia is survived by her children, Marc (Rita) Solomon, Samuel (Vicki) Solomon, Joel (Gail) Solomon, and Jerry (Beverly) Solomon; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Celia’s family wishes to thank the staff at The Terrace and Fort Hudson for their dedicated care.

If desired, donations may be made in Celia’s name to Temple Beth El,  3 Marion Ave  Glens Falls, NY 12801or SPCA of Upstate NY, PO Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

A burial service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, September 18, at the Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson, NY.

Shiva will be held at 7 PM on Thursday, September 19 at 238 Chestnut Ridge Rd in Queensbury.

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

Edward “Wally” Walrath

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Walrath 2Walrath 1HUDSON FALLS – Edward “Wally” Walrath, 78, of State Route 196, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at his home.

Born on May 22, 1935, in Rome, NY, he was the son of the late John E. and Dorotheoa (Heyne) Walrath.

He was very proud to have served his country in the US Army.  While in the service he was fortunate to have earned his GED.

In 1973, he married Marilyn (Vadnais) Grant.  She passed away on July 24, 2012.

Shortly after serving his country, Ed went to work as a typesetter for the Post Star in Glens Falls.  He loved his job and stayed there for over 30 years, until his retirement.  Ed loved playing chess, he ranked third in the New York State Chess Championship.  At one time, he had over 30 games going at once.  Ed was able to do this by using post cards through the mail.

Besides his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by his brother, John Walrath.

Survivors include his step daughter, Renee Grant of Hudson Falls; his step son, Joel Grant of Hudson Falls; his sister, Elizabeth Walrath of Utica; his brother, Richard Walrath and his wife, Joan of Columbus, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours or funeral services.

Donations in Ed’s memory may be sent to the charity of your choice.

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

Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer

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PalmerHUDSON FALLS – Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer, 76, of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

Born on August 27, 1937, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Madeline (Belden) Inglee.

Dale was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

At one time she was a manager for Fannie Farmer Candy Store.

Dale was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  She was active with the Senior Citizens in Hudson Falls and enjoyed going to their community center.  She was a member of the Red Hats, AARP and well known for her spaghetti dinners and “Scotch a Roo’s”.

Her life centered around family, especially grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by Edward Palmer, her brother, Bruce Inglee, sister Diane Cronin, brother in law, Bill Cronin, sister in law, Joan Barton and mother and father in law, Marion and Russell Palmer.

She is survived by her children, Kim Petit and her husband Charles of Hartford, Scott Palmer and his wife, Joanne of Hudson Falls, Michael Palmer and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls and Paige Wildey and her husband, Herbert of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Michael Petit, Andrea and Mike Romeo, Nicole and Craig Bosma, Stephen Petit and his fiancé, Corrine, Gabrielle and Paul Martini, Drew Petit and Cindy, Christopher Petit, Robert Petit, Brendan Petit, Jonathan and Kristen Palmer, Brianna Palmer and fiancé, Chris, Joseph Palmer and Sarah, Nicholas Wildey, Kaitlin and Zane Allen; her great-grandchildren, Alexander and Cameron Palmer, Nicholas and Vincent Romeo, Skyler Allen and Bryanna Bosma; her sisters, Carol Hagan and her husband Fred, Claudia Breeyear and her husband Bill, and Donzelle Collyer; her sister in law, Betty Inglee and her brother in law, Carl Barton; many special nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly ; and many close friends, especially, Sue Nassivera and Claire Keech.

Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor officiating,

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Dale’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The Senior Center of  Kingsbury &Fort Edward, 78 Oak Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Park Place, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Robert Allen “Coach” Addison

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GLENS FALLS — Robert  Allen “Coach” Addison, 90, went into the arms of the Lord Friday, Sept. 6, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on December 7, 1922, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert K. and Frances (Richards) Addison.

After he graduated from Alliance High School in Ohio, he obtained his Bachelors from Oberlin College where he was inducted into the Heisman Hall of Fame.  Bob continued his education at New York University where he obtained his Masters and Ed.S.

Bob is an original Edson’s Raider with the United States Marine Corps, serving in the South Pacific during World War II.  He also served in the Korean Conflict.  Bob thoroughly enjoyed attending the annual Edson’s Raider’s Reunion in Quantico, Virginia. In 2013, Bob was inducted into the NYS Veteran’s Hall of Fame for his service to his country.

He was very active with the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls.  Bob was a speaker in area high schools, educating today’s youth on the history of World War II.  He was also very active with the Marine Corps Memorial Detachment # 2, Post 233 American Legion of Glens Falls, and the Edson’s Raider’s (1st Marine Bn) Association.  Bob also served as a member of the Neighborhood Association.

He married Elizabeth Davenport on July 9, 1949, in Plymouth, Pennsylvania.  She went to the Lord January 28, 2013.

Bob taught for several colleges in New Jersey, Maine, and Nebraska before settling in the Glens Falls area.  He served as the first Director of Athletics at Adirondack Community College and later became a full time professor and coach.  He retired from ACC after 29.   In 2013 he became the first inductee into the SUNY Adirondack Athletic Hall of Fame.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his sisters; Edith Graffice, Martha Jane Arnold, and a brother, William Addison.

Bob is survived by his children, Allen Addison of Glens Falls, Karen and David Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Rebecca and Frank Troelstra of Glens Falls, Virginia Siegler of Van Nuys, CA and Edith Addison of Glens Falls; his grandchildren, Ben and Amy Troelstra of Glens Falls, Luke and Jenny Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Jesse, Dylan and Riley Siegler of Van Nuys, CA; and many “daycare grandchildren”; his sister, Carol Peters and her husband Joe of Alliance, Ohio; his brother Russell Addison, and his wife Eleanor of Bradenton, Florida; his in laws, Jack Kloeber of Dallas, Pennsylvania, Polly Czar and her husband, George, of Pittston, Pennsylvania, Emily Foster and her husband, Don, of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, Ellen Davenport of Boston, Massachusetts, and Jane Davenport of Omaha, Nebraska; many nieces and nephews; many great-nieces and great-nephews; his caregivers, Mary West-Hannigan, Sara Crannell,  Charlie the dog, Debbie Bombard, RoseMarie Seabury, Marie Bell, Ginny Tramposh, Tom Tramposh, Tim Benner, Betty Young, Sue Arnold; six “granddogs”; and many friends and neighbors

There are no calling hours.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls, 100 Maple St, Glens Falls, with the Rev. Donald Shuler, officiating.

A reception, at the church, will follow the services.

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

Donations in Bob’s memory can be made to SUNY Adirondack Foundation, 640 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804, Memorial Detachment #2, Marine Corps League, “Toys for Tots” P.O. 322, Glens Falls, NY 12801, and The SPCA, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Bob’s family requests that in his memory,  please do an act of random kindness.

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

Marcia Ann White

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whiteQUEENSBURY – Marcia Ann White, 69, of Queensbury Avenue (County Line Road), died on Wednesday, September 4, 2013.

Born on May 14, 1944, in Glens Falls, she was the beloved daughter of the late Duane “Unk” and Edna (Wells) White. Those close to Marcia knew her as “Sha Sha”, and her and her mother as “The White Girls”.

The owner and operator of Marcia Ann’s Beauty and Craft Salon, Marcia was an avid crafter, and a talented artist, hair stylist, and cake decorator. She was a kind and patient caregiver to many children, and a second mother to a lucky few.

Marcia was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School. She was employed by Mack’s Drug, Fay’s Drug, the Warren County Airport coffee shop, and was the craft manager for Ames department store.

Survivors include her Godson, Nicholas Cassella, and his brother Philip Cassella, both of Hartford; several cousins, including the “Other White Girls”, Andrea White of Washington, D.C. and Melissa White of Glens Falls; and several very special friends, including Nancy and Jim Toole of Glens Falls.

Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home, with the burial following at the Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Marcia’s family and friends suggest memorials in the form of donations to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Suite 204, Albany, NY 12205 or the American Cancer Society, 959 State Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804..

Wanda Gladys Fosmire

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FosmireHUDSON FALLS – Wanda Gladys Fosmire, 89, of 8th Ave., was called home on August 31, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on January 24, 1924 in Fenimore, she was the daughter of the late Floyd and Gladys (Harris) Dibble.

Wanda was a registered nurse and received her training at Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville.

On July 7, 1946, she married Earl R. “Fuzzy” Fosmire at the South Glens Falls United Methodist Church.  He died on November 28, 1996.

Wanda worked for 46 years at the Glens Falls Hospital as a registered nurse and also served as a nurse for Dr. Feingold, formerly in Fort Edward and Dr. Rhodes, formerly in Glens Falls.

She and Fuzzy enjoyed traveling all over the United States for a number of years.  Wanda was also adept at playing solitaire and double solitaire.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her only sister, Ella M. Wyllie.

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Hart of Hudson Falls; her son, Eric “Ricky” Fosmire, Sr. and his wife, Linda of Saugus, MA; her six grandchildren, Eric John Fosmire, Jr., Angelina Michele Hart, Jeremy Jon Hart, Matthew Scott Fosmire, Leah Victoria Fosmire and Venessa Marie Fosmire; three great grandchildren, Nicholas Fosmire, Isabella Fosmire and Braydon Fosmire; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Saturday, September 7th from 11 to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Burial will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday in Broadalbin-Mayfield Rural Cemetery, North Main St., Ext., Broadalbin, NY.

A Memorial Service will be conducted at 12 Noon on Sunday at the Bay Road Presbyterian Church, 1167 Bay Road, Lake George, with the Rev. Rob Allison, pastor, officiating.

The family had suggested that memorial donations be made to the Bay Road Presbyterian Church, 1167 Bay Road, Lake George, NY 12845.

Janice Burch

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Burch, JaniceGALWAY – Janice Burch reached out and lovingly grasped her husband’s hand and entered heaven August 31, 2013. She was a resident at Wesley Nursing Home in Saratoga and after a long illness has now been received into the loving arms of those who have gone before her.

Janice was the eldest daughter of Arthur and Eva Jarvis, born Christmas Day, 1927, in Feeder Dam, Glens Falls.  She attended Glens Falls school, and upon graduation worked at the Continental Insurance Company. She married the love of her life, Raymond Burch on May 14, 1950, and moved to North Hebron. After a few years of working for a local farmer, Ray and Janice bought a farm of their own in North Hebron and worked side by side, along with Ray’s father, Jay Burch and several of his brothers. Ray died in 1969, but Janice and her family continued to work the farm until 1978, when Janice and her youngest daughter moved to West Mountain Road to live near her beloved brother, Marshall Jarvis.

After several years, Janice relocated to Ballston Spa, then Amsterdam, and eventually had a home in East Galway where she resided until August 2011 when she became a resident of the Wesley Rehabilitation in Saratoga Springs.

Janice was a meticulous worker, always decorating her home and baking wonderful meals for her family. As they were growing up, she sewed all the clothing for her four daughters, whose names all began with the letter “K”, and was an accomplished seamstress and artisan, making crafts for local shops for many years. She was an active member of any church she attended, including being choir director at North Hebron Baptist Church, singing in the choir at Truthville Baptist Church and was an elder at her current church, West Mountain Community Church.

In addition to her parents, Janice was predeceased by her husband Raymond, as well as her beloved brothers, Richard and Marshall Jarvis.

She is survived by her four loving daughters, Kathy Mason and husband, Roger of Shoreham, VT, Kim Meade and husband, Charles of Glens Falls, Kristy Maille and husband, Stephen of Hudson Falls, and Kendra Curtis and husband, Jay of Amsterdam and her sisters, Jeannine Monroe and Dolores Williams, both of Glens Falls. She is also survived by her nine grandchildren, Wendy, Bill and Raymond Mason, Gabrielle Higgins, Ashley Meade, Nicholas and Jessica Maille, and Christopher and Kylie Curtis as well as six great grandchildren, two step-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, September 3, 2013, from 4 to 8p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11 am on Wednesday,  at the funeral home with Pastor Ronald Becker, of West Mountain Community Church, officiating.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford.

A reception will follow the interment at West Mountain Community Church on Aviation Road in Queensbury.

Janice’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY  13220 or the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 7669, Atlanta, GA 30357-0669 or a charity of one’s choice.