Brett Michael Diaz

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DiazFORT EDWARD – Brett Michael Diaz , 3 months old, of Fort Edward, passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2013, at Albany Medical Center.

Born on May 15, 2013, in Glens Falls, he was the infant son of Alexandria Diaz.

Brett was a happy little boy and also was a little cuddle bug.  He will be greatly missed and remembered always.

He was predeceased by his aunt, April Diaz, and his great grandmother, Lillian DeFoe.

Survivors include his mother, Alexandria Diaz of Fort Edward; his brothers, Kiaunte Diaz and Matthew Diaz; his grandparents, Darlene and Joseph Drew of Gansevoort; his uncle, Tony Diaz of Hudson Falls; his aunts, Michelle Defoe of Fort Edward, Stephanie DeFoe of Fort Edward, Christina Crawford of Gansevoort, Angela Diaz of Corom; and a close family friend, Dalan Trombley of Fort Edward.

Friends may call on Friday, August 16, 2013 from 6 to 8p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Brett’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Warren Washington Child Advocacy Center, PO Box 659, 24 Dix Ave., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

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

 

Maria Kidder Rogers

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rogersWe lost a wonderful mother yesterday, August 9. So vibrant during her recent trip with family to the Woods Hole beach house she held so dearly. The salt water cured any ailment in her book and you could be in it for a swim or on it in a boat to take your therapy. She often spoke of sailing with her brother and three sisters in their cherished 25 foot Wianno, the “Whistle Wing” on Vineyard Sound.

Maria La Grange Kidder was born in Orange, NJ on January 7, 1920 to Henry Maynard Kidder and Maria La Grange Duryee. The family later moved to New York City in an age when single family homes were common. She grew up during the depression years and spoke of the shanty towns in Central Park and the great losses people endured. She attended The Brearley School in NYC and later went on to Radcliff College and Columbia School of Architecture.

Mickey, as she was called by her friends and family, would marry late for her day to Erskine Clark Rogers, Jr. on August 7, 1954. Her husband was the influence that brought her to Hudson Falls where she spent the majority of her life raising 6 children; Erskine III, Henry, Thomas, Anne, James and John. She would never stop caring for her children and 7 grandchildren as they were her great source of purpose. She became somewhat of a farmer, pasteurizing milk from the family dairy and growing tomatoes and other vegetables. At the end of every garden row she would plant Marigolds and other flowers for balance and to help fight the omnipresent pests.

Mickey kept her interest in art and architecture alive as a docent at the Hyde Museum of Glens Falls. An avid reader with a good memory for poems, she was a long time member of the American Association of University Women which hosted regular “book clubs”. She could also be counted on to help out at the Presbyterian Church rummage sales. Her love of water and tennis was nurtured at the Glens Falls Tennis and Swim Club where she was a founding member so many years ago. She continued playing tennis well into her 80’s, extending the short Adirondack season a few months each year through an annual trek to Singer Island, Florida.

We will all miss her mild manner and eagerness to please that made her our rock and compass. She brought so many memories into our lives that will live on within all of us who knew her.

Memorial Services will be held on September 1, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls, New York, with the Rev. Michael Plank, pastor officiating.

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

Donald C. Geer

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geerDonald Charles Geer (Geerzy) 94, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on August, 9th 2013.

Born July 25th 1919, in Kingsbury, he was the son of the late Charles and Jennie (Hammond) Geer.

Donald grew up on a dairy farm in Kingsbury. There he met the love of his life Hylda Marion Lynes.  In 1943, they married on a beautiful August day at her parents’ house.  They raised their four children in Kingsbury and spent their summers at their cottage, Mi-Hy-Ke on Isom Bay, Lake George.  After Hylda retired from teaching, they spent many years at the lake creating memories for the whole extended family to cherish forever.

After working on the farm for many years, he drove school bus for Hudson Falls and Fort Edward.  For 49 years, he was a ‘tenacious’ umpire at Jenkinsville Field. The words “close enough” were loudly echoed throughout the fields while he was umpiring. He retired from this career at the ripe old age of 88.

Geerzy enjoyed bowling, hunting and fishing.  His hunting buddies were his son Tom Geer, old friend, Ralphie Strong, his beloved late nephew, Timmy Pratt and  the late great Bob Kilmartin.

Along with his passion for hunting, Geerzy loved to go to diners and mingle with the wait staff, cooks and patrons. When Geerzy went in for breakfast, he came out after lunch. Many stories were told, some true, some hard to believe, but the one thing is for sure, laughs were heard.     He enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers, was a closet Red Sox fan and loved watching his grandchildren play sports throughout the years.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 54 years Hylda Lynes Geer, his brother Gerald, his sister Marion Combs, his sister Ellen Mumblo, his nephew Timmy Pratt.

Survivors include; his son David Geer, daughter Donna Geer Wood and her husband David , son Thomas Geer and his wife Toni-Ann,  son John Geer and his wife Debbie,  his grandchildren, Matthew Wood, Carol Lynn Wood, Randi Geer-White and her husband, Alpha, Jeremiah Geer and his wife Kristine, Jacob Geer, Darci Geer-Brewer and her husband, Ben and Jenni-Lynes Geer and her fiancé Sean Ryan;his great grandchildren Griffin Geer and Nora Geer;  his sister Shirley Lappin, his brother John Geer and finally, several nieces and nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Wednesday from 4 to 8 P.M. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home with Don’s son in law, Rev. David R, Wood, officiating.

Interment will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

In lieu of flowers and donations the family wishes that the next time you are out to: Ginny Rae’s, Manley’s, Airport Café or your local favorite diner, leave the server an extra tip and say it’s from Geerzy.

Doris Louise Moreau

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MoreauHUDSON FALLS –Doris Louise Moreau, 86, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2013, at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward.

Born on September 4, 1926, in Rumford, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Louise (Blais) Richard.

Doris is predeceased by her husband, Oliver Joseph Moreau, who passed away January 4, 1985

Her family was most important to her.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her brother, Alfred Richard and her sister, Arlene Denomme (Callahan)

Survivors include her children; Linda  and James Johnston of Hudson Falls, Donna and  Mike Graham of Hudson Falls, Robert and  Susan Moreau of South Glens Falls, Scott Moreau and  Jo-Ann Palmieri of Hudson Falls; her stepson Oliver J. and  Manoli Moreau of Spain; her grandchildren Beth Bidwell, James Johnston, Jr., Matt Johnston, Danielle Kuba, Lisa Winter, April Foster, Heather Fisher, Lauren Moreau, Ian Moreau; eleven great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

All services are private.

Donations in Doris’ memory may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Inc, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

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

Wayne H. Tanner

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tanner1tanner2SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Wayne H. Tanner, 76, of South Glens Falls, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a long illness.

Born on August 18, 1936, in Granville, he was the son of the late Harmond and Myrtle (Holcomb) Tanner.

Wayne was a graduate of Granville High School and served with the United States Air Force, in Korea.

On April 6, 1979, he married Dorothy Wildey in Argyle.

Wayne was employed for 31 years at Nibco in South Glens Falls.

He enjoyed fishing, camping, vacations and gardening.  Wayne was a family man and will be greatly missed by them.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a stepson, Michael Brayman, a granddaughter, Crystal Brayman and his infant grandson, Joseph Brayman  Wayne is also predeceased by a sister Shirley Prehoda.

Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Dorothy Tanner of South Glens Falls; his children, Brenda Brayman of MA, James Brayman of South Glens Falls, Wanda Huntington and her husband, AJ III of Fort Edward, Teresa Brayman of Hudson Falls, Stephen Brayman, Jr., of South Glens Falls, Nancy Hunt and her husband, Brian of South Glens Falls, Rebecca Smith and her husband, James of Fort Edward and Stephanie Floutin of Fort Edward; his grandchildren, Christina Peelor, Jason Brayman, Aaron Johnson, Timothy Brayman, Matthew Brayman, Shelby Brayman, Logan Brayman, Stephen Brayman, John Snow, Jr., Kristy Knapp, Adam Brayman, Amanda Smith, Michael Smith and James Smith; several great grandchildren; his brother, Ronald Tanner of Granville; a sister, Linda Parillo of Wilton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Monday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls will hold services at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Prayers will be said on Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Gansevoort Cemetery, with full military honors, provided by The Hudson Falls American Legion Post # 574.

Wayne’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Hudson Falls American Legion Post #547, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Estella Lenora Danahy

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danahyHUDSON FALLS –  Estella Lenora Danahy (nee Gerhauser), 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 7th at Kingsway Arms Nursing Home in Schenectady, NY.

Mrs. Danahy was born in Glens Falls, to Foster Gerhauser and Estella Billings Gerhauser, who died in childbirth. Mrs. Danahy was raised by her grandmother, Nellie Billings and by her aunts, Amy DeGuire and Nellie St. John.

 Estella graduated from Glens Falls High School’s Class of 1944. After high school, she went to work as an executive secretary in the offices of the Imperial Paper Co. (later Hercules Inc/Ciba Geigy Corp), where she met, and later married Lawrence C Danahy on May 26, 1951. The Danahy’s lived in Hudson Falls their entire married life, fifty-five of those years at 137 Maple Street. Mrs. Danahy left her job in 1953 to become a full-time homemaker and raise their two children, which she found very fulfilling. Mr. Danahy predeceased his beloved wife of 58 years in 2010.

 Estella Danahy is survived by two children, Elaine J. McVoy (Gary) of Slingerlands, and Kevin L. Danahy (Barbara Hyland) of Colonie; her four much-loved grandsons, Matthew McVoy of Glenmont, Alan Danahy of Columbia, SC, Ryan Danahy of Astoria, Queens, and Brian McVoy (Amy Downey) of Delmar, as well as the newest addition to the family, their daughter and her beloved first great-grandchild, Elizabeth Rachel McVoy.

 An avid fan for many decades, Mrs. Danahy never missed an opportunity to watch NY Yankees and NY Giants games with her husband, son, and grandsons. She was also an accomplished seamstress who made beautiful custom clothes for herself and her daughter for many years. Throughout her life, Estella was very creative and enjoyed artistic past-times such as ceramics, oil painting and watercolors. Over the years she painted many beautiful nature scenes which adorn the walls of her children’s and grandchildren’s homes. And she made her daughter and daughter-in-law each a set of Christmas Nativity Scene figurines which are among their most prized possessions.

 Calling hours will be held at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls from 9:30 to 10:30 AM on Friday, August 9th.

 A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., following the calling hours at St. Mary/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

 In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Estella Danahy may be sent to Community Hospice, online at https://donations.communityhospice.org/donate-memorialdonation or you may mail a check to the Community Hospice Foundation 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer, NY 12144.

Estella’s family also wishes to thank the extraordinary, wonderful, caring staff of Kingsway Arms Nursing Center, A-Wing, as well as her Community Hospice team, for all they did to make Mrs. Danahy’s time there safe and happy,and to make her final days comfortable and peaceful.

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

Ruth (Phillips) Jones

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JonesHUDSON FALLS – Ruth (Phillips) Jones, 78, of Perkins Drive, went to be with the Lord, on Tuesday, August 6, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

 Born on October 1, 1934 in Fort Miller, she was the daughter of the late Louis and Anna (Benway) Phillips.

 Ruth was a 1953 graduate of Fort Edward High School and on November 29, 1961, she married Everett W. Jones in Lakeville, CT.

 Throughout her life, she was employed as a secretary in different places. Ruth started out her career at New York Telephone Company in Glens Falls and then went on to work in Research and Development for the Federal Government in New Mexico.  She also was employed at Diamond Point Lumber Company in Queensbury and Warren Washington BOCES in the Special Education Office.  Ruth ended her working career at Fort Hudson Nursing Home in Fort Edward and retired from Washington Correctional in Comstock.

Ruth was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  Her faith was an important part of her life.

 Her pastimes included reading, traveling and spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren.  Ruth’s family was the center of her life and she will be greatly missed by her family and her friends.  She also loved to travel throughout the area and North America.  Her favorite destination was Nova Scotia.  Pets were also important to her.  Ruth loved all her dogs and her cats.

 In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her three brothers, Ernest Jones, Louis Phillips, Jr. and William Phillips.

 Survivors include her loving husband of 51 years, Everett W. Jones, Sr. of Hudson Falls; her son, Everett W. “Charlie” Jones, Jr. of Hudson Falls; her daughter, Jenny A. Allen and her husband, Dale of Hudson Falls; four grandchildren, Michael E. Allen of Hudson Falls, Alexander W. Jones, Emma K. Jones and Madilyn E. Jones, all of South Glens Falls; a sister, Shirley M. Varney and her husband, Nelson “Ed” of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 The Rite of Committal will be private at St. Joseph’s Cemetery on Burgoyne Ave. in Fort Edward.

 Ruth’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to Make A Wish Foundation of Northeast NY, 105 Mill St., Corinth, NY 12822.

 Online condolences may be left by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net

 

Edward Patrick Corrigan

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Corrigan, EdwardHUDSON FALLS – Edward Patrick Corrigan, 72, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2013, at his sister’s home, in Hudson Falls, after a short bout with cancer.

Born on January 29, 1941, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Alphonse and Catherine (Gorham) Corrigan.

Edward proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps.  While serving his country, he rose to the rank of Lance Corporal.  Following his tour of duty, he was employed at General Electric Company in Hudson Falls and Fort Edward.  Edward retired from GE, after 35 years of service.

He loved antiquing all over this area and in Vermont.  Edward also enjoyed walking and riding his bike along the Feeder Canal Path.  He loved spending his time outdoors.  Edward was greatly loved and will be missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his sister, Constance Smith of Hudson Falls; his nephews and niece, Robert Smith of Queensbury, Susan Smith of Hudson Falls and Michael Smith and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls; and his great nephews, Paul, Anthony and Dana.

At Edward’s request there will be no calling hours or public services.

A graveside service will be private at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donation’s may be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

Roxanne “Gram” Weller

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Weller 1Weller 2GANSEVOORT – Roxanne “Gram” Weller, 72, passed away peacefully, in her sleep at home, early in the morning on August 4th.

 Born on November 27, 1940, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Francis and Rilla Ruddy.

 Roxanne graduated from Kubaski American Dependent School in Okinawa, Japan, class of 1958.

 On March 21, 1959, in Fairhaven, VT, Roxanne married Lester Weller. Together they raised four boys in Gansevoort.

 Roxanne served as a childcare provider for 10 years at the Moreau Community Center and worked as a teacher’s aid for the South Glens Falls School District, for 39 years, at Ballard Road Elementary School.

 Roxanne was an amazing woman, who took pride in being able to do things that not everyone else could do, for example, raising four boys. In the early 60’s, she raced her 1956 Pontiac and went four years undefeated. She was also proud to say, that she was the first woman baseball coach at Moreau Rec.

 Roxanne was known as the woman who was always cheering in the stands. Whether it was for her children, grandchildren, or just a kid she knew, she was everyone’s biggest fan.  For her dedication to bulldog pride and spirit, Roxanne is being recognized as a 2013 Bulldog Hall of Fame inductee.  She was also known for her many years of devotion to the South Glens Falls Wrestling Program.

 Other than her parents, Roxanne was predeceased by her mother and father-in-law, Lena and Howard Weller, along with her son, Darwin Weller.

 She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Lester Weller; her sons, Kelly Weller and wife, Valarie, Howard Weller and fiancé, Lisa Carpenter, and Shawn Weller and girlfriend, Cheryl Belcher; her daughter-in-law, Carrie Weller; and her grandchildren, who were the center of her world, Lester and girlfriend, Logan Coltey, Shawn and girlfriend, Kayt McCormick, Ashley and boyfriend, Tom LaFountain, Hannah, Cameron and girlfriend, Devin Smith, Carly, Darwin, and Dillon.

 Friends and family may call on Tuesday from 3 to 7 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hours, all are welcome to the home of Howard Weller and Lisa Carpenter, at 38 Chestnut Street in South Glens Falls.

 Roxanne would like to thank her family, friends and Community Hospice of Saratoga, for all of their love and support through her battle with cancer, words can not explain how much it all meant to her.

 Donation in Roxanne’s memory may be sent to the South High Marathon Dance, 42 Merritt Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803.

Mary P. Gilmour

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GilmourHUDSON FALLS – Mary P. Gilmour, 91, of Main Street, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at Great Barrington Rehab and Nursing Center in Massachusetts.

Born on October 18, 1921, in Brooklyn, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Anna (Dowd) Sweeney.

Mary was a graduate of Bishop McGinn High School in Brooklyn.  She met the love of her life, Stephen “Steve” Gilmour at a high school dance.    They were married the day after her 18th birthday, October 19, 1939 and shared 59 wonderful years together before his death, in 1998.

 Mary lived for many years on Long Island, where her and her husband raised their children.   When Steve retired, they moved to Texas.  After his death, in 1998, Mary returned to New York. 

She was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.  Her faith was important to her.  God was the center of her life.  Mary also loved listening to music, dancing, singing and whistling.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by her three sons, Paul Gilmour, who passed away in 1997, Chris Gilmour, who died  in 2001 and Tom Gilmour, who passed away in 2007, and several brothers and sisters.

She is survived by her three children, Arlene Ennis and her husband, John of Long Island, Stephen Gilmour, Jr. and his wife, Kathy of PA and Regina Newell and her husband, Robert of Hudson Falls; her daughter in law, June Gilmour of California; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; and her nephews.

Friends may call on Monday, August 5, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A  Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11a.m. on Tuesday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

Donations in Mary’s memory may be sent to the charity of your choosing.

George E. Smith

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HUDSON FALLS – George E. Smith, 87, of Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at the Pine’s Health Care and Rehabilitation Center in Glens Falls,

Born on February 1, 1926, in Hartford, he was the son of the late Harry J. and Sophie May (Parker) Smith.

George attended Hartford School.

He served with the United States Army, stationed in Germany driving ambulances.

George worked for the Manley Farm in Kingsbury and Strong’s Farm where he took care of race horses, and served as a farm hand. He also worked at the Hitchcock Farm in Kingsbury.

His greatest joy was to go to family picnics.

In addition to his parents, George is predeceased by two sisters, Martha Tamaro and Shirley Horton and a brother, Johnson R. Smith.

Survivors include six sisters, Doris Blake of Hudson Falls, Charlotte Girarde of Glens Falls, Betty J. Smith of Hudson Falls, Norma LaRock of Hudson Falls, Joyce Aubrey of Hudson Falls and Pauline Perrotte of South Glens Falls; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Friends may call from 7 to 8 p.m. on Friday evening at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Prayers will be offered at 8 P.M. of Friday evening at the funeral home by the Rev. Steve Smith, Chaplain of High Peaks Hospice, officiating.

Donation’s in George’s memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Washington Avenue Extension, Suite 204, Albany, NY 12205

 

Cesar Sanchez

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sanchezHudsonFalls – Cesar Sanchez, 38, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Glens FallsHospital surrounded by his family after a long and courageous battle.

Born December 23, 1974 in Santa Clara, Mexico, Cesar was able to realize the American Dream.  After coming to the United States at age 11, Cesar worked hard to better himself through his education.  As a middle school student, Cesar attended NativityMissionSchool on the Lower East Side of Manhattan and became aware of the power of helping others.  Each summer, he was able to visit the school’s summer camp in Lake Placid and began to develop the leadership skills necessary to help hundreds of others overcome challenging environments.  It was these skills that earned him a scholarship to LaSalleAcademy and eventually a full scholarship to attend LeMoyneCollege in Syracuse, NY.  In keeping with his passion for helping others, Cesar worked in the Admissions Department for 15 years at the University of Albany and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of others.

Cesar’s life revolved around his family and friends and he had a talent for making others feel special.  He enjoyed traveling, music, dancing, hiking, golf, swimming, bocce and numerous other outdoor activities.  Above all, he loved playing with his girls, and spending time with them talking and learning new things.  A single life produces much radiance when that person follows his dreams, tries to do what is right, and refuses to let obstacles stand in the way. Cesar did all that. The world is better for his having lived. We are better for having known him. Though his life may have ended too soon, it was a life complete in so many ways.

Cesar is survived by the “sunshines” of his life, his wife Susan, and two beautiful daughters Mia and Ava.  Additional survivors include his family, parents, Juan and Aurora Sanchez, his sister, Isabel, her fiancé George, and brother, Edgar all of New   York City.  His in-laws, Joseph and Sondra Michaud, Paul and Linda Michaud, Timothy Copeland, Belinda and Steve Sundberg, Patti Michaud, Colleen and Doug Smith, several nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and special friends whom he loved very much.  Additionally Cesar had a special bond with Father Jack Podsiadlo who he always believed had a hand in all of his successes.

The family would like to personally thank all of the wonderful people who have helped care for Cesar, namely Dr. Paul R. Filion, Dr. Joseph Yarze and the many nurses on 3W who now seem like family, especially Jeff and Korrey.  These are the true angels on earth.

At Cesar’s request, there will be neither calling hours nor a funeral service.

A celebration of life ceremony will take place in Lake Placid, NY later this fall.

In lieu of flowers, a scholarship has been set up in Cesar’s name to help others.  Donations can be made to Director of Development, NY Nativity 740 Manida St. Bronx, NY 10474

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

Robert M. “Bob” Cackener

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OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAQUEENSBURY & HUDSON FALLS – Robert M. “Bob” Cackener, 89, formerly of Hudson Falls and more recently of The Glen at Hiland Meadows, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 18, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on March 20, 1924 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Millard W. and Madaline (Root) Cackener.

Bob served in the United States Army Medical Corp. on a hospital ship in North Africa during World War II.

He graduated from Hudson Falls High School and in1952, Bob received his Bachelor of Science degree from St. Lawrence University.   He continued his education and was awarded a Masters of Arts degree in education from SUNY at Oneonta.

On April 17, 1960, he married the love of his life, Helen Lewis at the First United Methodist Church in Schenectady and become father to three beautiful young daughters.

For 25 years, Bob taught 5th grade at Margaret Murphy Elementary School in Hudson Falls, retiring in 1980.    He loved the opportunity to teach and care about so many children. 

Bob was a member of the NY State United Teachers Association and for several years he was the President of the local teachers union.  Bob was a very active man belonging to several organizations.   He was a member, an Elder and a Clerk of the Session for many years at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls. Other organizations that he belonged to include, the Schenectady Lodge #1174/F. & A.M., The Oriental Temple, AANOMS, the Glens Falls YMCA and an honorary life member and volunteer of S.P.A.C.   Bob loved the ballet and listening to opera.  At the time of his death, he was reading a 500 page book on the history of ballet.  Along with his wife, he was a docent at The Hyde Collection.   Bob was also a member of the American Legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls and volunteered at Station WMHT/WMHX.  

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Helen Cackener of Queensbury; his three daughters, Deborah L. Poplasky and her husband, Thomas of Canandaigua, Elizabeth Lewis-Michl and her husband, Thomas of Delmar and Margaret Lewis-Price of Tualatin, Oregon; his brother, John H. Cackener and his wife, Priscilla of Westfield; seven grandchildren, Caitlin Bartusch and her husband, Jeff, Betsy Adkins and her husband, Chad, Glyn Michl, Meredith Michl,  Sarah Price, Hannah Price and Rob Price; and his great grandson, Thomas Adkins.

Friends may call on Thursday, July 25, 2013 from 4 to 7 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted 9:30 a.m. on Friday, July 26, 2013 at the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Michael Planke, pastor, officiating.

Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2013 at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, Scholarship Fund, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.