Audrey Ann Wanamaker of Queensbury passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025.

Ann was born in Suffern, NY on April 23, 1938, to Audrey (Vail) Ballard and Michael Belovich.

Ann was predeceased by her loving partner of many years, George Maggiolo, her parents and her brother, Michael Belovich.

She is survived by her daughters, Sharon (Tom) Mahoney and Patricia (Mark) Nassivera; grandchildren, Daniel (Kayla) Nassivera, Shannon (Sean Keogh) Mahoney, Thomas Van (Carly Andersen) Mahoney, several nieces and nephews, along with many close friends.

Ann was co-owner and was the Office Manager at Eastern Auto Body shop in Monsey, NY for many years. She had a talent for sewing and was awarded a scholarship in high school.

She loved her time in the Adirondack Mountains, boating on beautiful Lake George, skiing, and spending a summer day at the Saratoga Race Course. When she lived in Montgomery, NY, she enjoyed overlooking her friend’s horse farm as she had a love for animals.

Ann enjoyed traveling and visited many states and countries.

Ann was one of the original residents of Memory Care at The Glen at Hiland Meadows in Queensbury, where she resided for the past two years. She was very happy there and loved all the staff as they were family to her, we are very grateful to them.

A Celebration of Life will take place in the Adirondacks in NY at a later date.

Fort Edward – Rosemary (Cronin) Sheehan age 86 has found her peace in heaven passing away on March 20, 2025.

Born on May 1, 1938 in Fort Edward she was the daughter of the late William E. and Evelina M. (LaFarr) Cronin.

Rosemary was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and the Albany Medical Center Practical Nursing School.

She was employed as a nurse at Albany Medical Center, Glens Falls Hospital and the Fort Hudson Nursing Home.  For 23 years, Rosemary worked at General Electric Company in Fort Edward, retiring in 1998.

She was a communicant of St. Mary’s / St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Hudson Falls.

Besides her parents, Rosemary was predeceased by her brothers William and Robert Cronin.

Left to cherish her memory include her daughter Lori Sheehan; a sister, Patricia (Cronin) Stickney; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  Rosemary and her beautiful smile were greatly loved and cherished by all that knew her – she will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

Rosemary was a loving mother, sister and friend to many, especially her dear friends Barb, Michelle, Rosemary, Claire, Ann, and her many friends at Fort Hudson.  One of Rosemary’s favorite times was sitting on the porch in Cleverdale with her sister Patty enjoying morning coffee or afternoon cocktails overlooking Lake George.  She also loved her time with friends and family during her Friday afternoon Happy Hours.

The family would like to thank Fort Hudson Nursing home staff – nurses, aids, physical & occupational department staff, for their love, kindness and compassionate care of Rosemary during her final journey to heaven and peace – we will be forever grateful.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or your favorite charity.

There will be no calling hours. 

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Friday, March 28, 2025 at St. Mary’s / St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Hudson Falls, where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the Town of Kingsbury.

ARGYLE – Theresa Streit, 92 of Argyle, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, March 19, 2025 at the Warren Center in Queensbury.

Born on April 1, 1932 in Amsterdam, NY, she was the daughter of the late Alexander and Victoria (Bragiel) Lemanski.

Theresa grew up in Amsterdam and was a graduate of Amsterdam High School. She married Peter Streit on  October 1, 1993.

She loved knitting and sewing and was in the voice choir and bell choir at her church. She also hosted a bible study at her home in Argyle. Theresa enjoyed working in her garden and had a beautiful flower garden at her home.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Peter Streit; two brothers, Joseph and Edward; and her nephew and godson, Joseph.

She is survived by her nephew, William Lemanski, and his wife, Carol of Ballston Lake.

A committal service will be held at 10:00 am on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road in Schuylerville, where she will be laid to rest with her husband. Any who plan to be in attendance, please arrive at the cemetery by 9:45 am.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).

FORT ANN – Leslie H. “Les” Saltsman, 76 of Fort Ann, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 while working in the woods behind his house, as he enjoyed doing. Les was born in Johnstown, NY and was the son of the late Glenn and Harriet (Musgrave) Saltsman. He was a graduate of Fonda Fultonville High School and went on to college at Fulton Montgomery Community College, and then to SUNY Albany.

Les married his high school sweetheart, the former Jean Bobilin, on June 20, 1970. He first worked for Soil and Water in Johnstown, then worked for many years at the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in Fisheries, based out of Warrensburg. He was a talented woodworker and loved hunting and working in the woods. Most of all, Les enjoyed spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his sister, Ila; and his brothers, Paul and Arnold.

He is survived by his loving, caring, and supportive wife of almost 55 years, Jean Saltsman of Fort Ann; his three daughters, Cheryl Saltsman of Cincinnati, OH, Connie Saltsman and her wife, Bobbi of Nashville, TN, and Colleen Awa and her husband, Sam of Clifton Park; his three grandchildren, Blake Paulsen, Logan Saltsman, and Amaka Awa; a brother, Gerald Saltsman and his wife, Beatrice of Fonda; the Fierce Pitch Card Group; and his long-standing close friends and work colleagues, including Ron and Diana Gordon, Randy and Joan Stumvoll, Tom and Syd Melville, Burt Morehouse, and Terry and Shari Chase and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the first responders including the West Fort Ann Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Fort Ann Fire and Rescue for their prompt response, and professionalism toward Les and his family.

Friends may call from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the West Fort Ann Fire and Rescue, 49 Joe Green Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827, or to the Fort Ann Rescue Squad, 11287 NY-149, Fort Ann, NY 12827.

HUDSON FALLS – Audie Allen Diffee, 73, from Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully March 1, 2025, with his loving wife and family by his side. He worked at CR Bard, Irving Tissue, and Warren/Washington County BOCES. He also had a side business, A&A Diffee Pressure Washing and Painting. He was a therapeutic foster parent for over thirty years for Warren County and Berkshire Farms Therapeutic Foster Care program. He cared for many children that came to his home. Which he enjoyed doing.

Throughout his life, he enjoyed taking care of his mom. Having her over for dinners, holidays, Sunday car rides, seeing Elvis impersonators, and going to car shows were just a few of the good times. He also had many great times with his twelve brothers and sisters. He loved them all and made sure they knew they could count on him.

Audie was a great family man and loved providing for his wife of fifty-five years. From day one to the end, it was the most beautiful love two people could ever have. It was a true love story. Always holding hands and loving each other. His whole life was about his wife and children. Making his home beautiful building something new all the time.

He loved doing activities like camping, fishing, gardening, swimming, making jokes, and cook-outs. He loved going to his sons wrestling meets and baseball games growing up as well as the girls dance recitals and cheerleading. When his grandchildren came, it made his life even better. From teaching them how to use a hammer to making balloon ghosts and hanging them outside at Halloween time, to watching them play their sports. He also loved making his weekly phone calls to make sure they didn’t need anything or just to talk.

He had a great relationship with his children and grandchildren. He taught them good work ethics, kindness, and compassion. There was never a disagreement, always uplifting positive moments. He was always patient, even when teaching the kids how to drive a standard car.

In his younger days, he enjoyed working on cars. Especially body work, painting, and pinstriping. He also liked playing pinochle and pitch with his friends. He loved riding over to Granville to spend the day with his brothers and sisters. Everyone would meet up and have a good time. There is a million stories of love and laughter for his family and friends to look back on and remember his great life.

In addition to his parents, the late John and Velva (Richards) Diffee, Audie was predeceased by his siblings and in-laws, beginning with Clark Diffee, Jackie Woodard (Sunny), Ronald Diffee, John Diffee (Sandra Havens), Darlene Diffee (Leonard Harder), Gurney Bennett, Gordon Vanlint, Daryl Diffee, Loreen Hart (Albert), Vonda Lance (Bob), and Paul Hayes.

Audie is survived by his loving wife of fifty-five years, Patricia (Golden) Diffee; his children, Amy Weller (Nelson “Woody”) Jr., Audie Allen Diffee, Jr. (our Heavenly Angel), Kimberly Jerome (Edrass), Aaron Diffee (Jacklyn), and Gabrielle Diffee.

Leah Loveday-Diffee, Malachi LaRock-Diffee, Azariah LaRock-Diffee, Lukhas LaRock-Diffee, Elias LaRock (our Heavenly Angel), Konor Bougor-Diffee, and Leo Tyrel-Diffee.

He was the proud Papa of Nelson Weller, III (DeAnna), Katelynn Weller (Anthony Ure), Zackery Weller (our Heavenly Angel), Giavonna Jerome, Colin Diffee, Jahdaya Jerome, Chase Diffee, Cason Diffee, and Audrie Diffee; his great grandchildren, Colton Weller, Brayden Agard, and Ashton Ure.

Audie also leaves behind his sisters, Gwen Hayes, Doreen Diffee, Joreen Vanlint, Darcy LaPlant (Robert), and his sisters-in-law, Ann Diffee and Jackie Diffee.

Audie’s family would like to thank Dr. Mark Quaresima, Dr. Manish Mehta, Dr. Galinda Glazman-Kuczaj, Dr. Scott Purga, and Dr. Audrie Diffee for the wonderful care and compassion they provided to Audie throughout the years.

A graveside service will begin at 12 pm on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Mettowee Valley Cemetery located on North Street in Granville.

Following the graveside service there will be a BBQ for family and friends to gather and share stories of Audie. Please join Audie’s family at 3 Collette Lane in Kingsbury to reminisce and remember a wonderful man.

FORT ANN – It is with great sadness and heartbreak that the family of Patricia L. Greene, 65, announce her passing, after a heroic battle with cancer, surrounded by family and holding hands with her boys.

Patricia “Patty” was born March 2, 1960, in Fort Ann. The daughter of Ruth Marie and the late Harry C. Flint. She had a long and respected career as a Supervising Claims Adjuster, serving forty-two years at Continental; Travelers; Encompass before her retirement.

Patty would tell you her greatest accomplishment in life was her beloved boys, Jimmy and Jeff, who were so very proud to have her as their mother and who she loved so very much. 2021 gave her a sweet and supportive daughter-in-law, Calynn. Her life grew more blessed with grandchildren Jaxin, Eastin, Zaydin and Melina, her pride and joy who she lovingly referred to as Jax, E, Zay, and Baby Girl. She fought hard to stay with them to the end, a brave and tough battle she wanted to win for them.

Within an Irish family came five sisters and a brother, a crazy bunch who love as hard as they bicker. Any one of them would tell you Patty was the kind quiet force that somehow kept them connected. She was a cherished aunt to several nieces and nephews, the one they could call to watch their game, get them out of trouble or help them get in some! As the life of the party, Patty was always up for a trip someplace warm, a backyard BBQ, a family game of cards or a trip to the casino with the girls. She also took pride in the plethora of friends who were as close as family. Heaven got the best; May the Road Rise to Meet You Our Beloved Patricia.

Patty is predeceased by her father, Harry Flint, her brother-in-law, William White and her nephew Mychael Flint, and Lawrence Murphy.

Survivors include her beloved sons James Greene Jr. and Jeffrey Greene (Calynn); her grandsons, Jaxin Greene, Eastin Greene, and Zaydin Torres, and her granddaughter, Melina Greene. Patty is also survived by her mother, R. Marie Flint; her sisters, Pam White, Sandy (Reggie) Heath, Kelly (Ray) Hoard, Kim (John) Winchell, and Amy (Bob) Pecue; her brother, Harry (Stephanie) Flint; nieces and nephews, Nicole (Eric) Eisenschmidt, Alpha (Randi) White, Melissa (Ed) Moore, Krista (Nick) Smith, Christopher (Laura) Winchell, Keri Amend, Ashley (Tad) Fiore, Erica (Tyler) Veglia, Megan (Kaleb) Radford, Dan (Luiz) Sharp Forte, Ryan (Heather) Sharp, Steven Sharp, and Kaitlyn (Collin) Stipe; great nieces and  great nephews Riley, Aidan, Sheridan, Kendra, Kaleb, Paige, Tyler, Olivia, Hannah, Jason, Ava, Emma, Jonathan, Nolan, Cole, Jude, Austin, Mason, Brayden, Brooklyn, Rhea, Rolan, Enzleighana, Nicholette, Ali, Quinn, and Blaire.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025, from 2 pm to 7 pm at the Adirondack Grill located at 982 NY-149 in Queensbury. All are welcome to join Patty’s family.

HUDSON FALLS – Esther M. Stockwell, 92, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully early Monday morning, March 10, 2025 at Fort Hudson Nursing Home.

Born on September 17, 1932, she was a life-long area resident and daughter of the late Erwin and Edith (Bullion) Bardin of Hudson Falls.

Esther was a graduate of Hudson Falls School in 1951. After High School, she started her work career at the Glens Falls Insurance, beginning as a file clerk. Eventually, the company was bought by Continental and Esther retired in 1990 as File Clerk Supervisor.

Esther and her husband, Robert were married on September 7, 1951 in the United Methodist Church in Hudson Falls.  They shared a wonderful marriage for 42 years. Family was the center of Esther’s life, and she loved spending Sunday dinners with her sons and their wives. 

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Robert Stockwell; her son, Robert Stockwell Jr. and his wife, Karen; her brothers, Herbert Bardin and his wife, Connie, Benjamin Bardin and his wife, Marjorie, Erwin Bardin and his wife, Betty; her sister, Elizabeth Barton and her husband, Lee; and her brother in law, Milton Stockwell and his wife, Theresa.

Survivors include her sons, Donald Stockwell and his wife, Nancy of Hudson Falls, and Mark Stockwell and his wife, Colleen of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Robert Stockwell, III (Kazumi), Adam Stockwell (Larissa), Michelle Stockwell (Craig), Mary-Ellen Capasso (Vincent), and Mark Stockwell (Cassandra); her great-grandchildren, Yukino, Scarlett, Beatrice, Constantino, Easton, and Everett; and many nieces and nephews.

A special thanks to her daughter-in-law, Nancy and granddaughter, Michelle and many other family members, as well as her at home caregiver, Anita for all of the special care and attention given to her. The family would also like to thank all of her friends at the Cedars and the wonderful staff and nurses at Fort Hudson Nursing Home for making her final days more comfortable.

Friends may call from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Saturday, March 15, 2025 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. A celebration of life will be held immediately following at the Kingsbury Fire House on Burgoyne Avenue.

Burial will take place in the spring at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be made to Fort Hudson Foundation, c/o Activities Department, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828

Online remembrances may be made by visiting www.careltonfunerahome.net.