Hudson Falls, NY – , 79, resident of Hudson Falls, NY, went home to be with her Lord on April 24, 2020 at Glens Falls Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing.

Nancy was born in Fairview Park, near Cleveland Ohio, she was daughter of the late Walter and Catherine Neuman.

She attended Central Bible College where she met her husband Andrew “Tuck” Tellier. They were married in 1964, at First Assemblies of God Church in Lindhurst, OH. After graduating from college, Nancy and Tuck moved to NY in 1965 where they were in church ministry together in North Syracuse, Palmyra, Rochester, Glens Falls, and Hudson Falls. They were long-time residents of Queensbury where they raised their only daughter Diana and then moved to Hudson Falls in 2001.

Nancy was a stay-at-home mom for many years and help-mate to her husband while in church ministry. She was a long-time secretary and Administrative assistant of Gospel Lighthouse Church of Hudson Falls where she faithfully attended and served in ministry for more than 40 years. Many lives were touched by her ongoing & sincere prayers, loving kindness, servant’s heart, bright smile and encouraging words.  She foremost loved her Lord Jesus. She loved to read the Bible, often sent encouraging cards to others, and deeply loved her husband, daughter, and grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother John “Jack” Neuman, CPA

She left behind her beloved family, husband, Andrew D. Tellier, Jr.; daughter, Diana (Tellier) Domina & husband, Ron of Ontario, NY; three grandchildren, (Addison, Camryn, and Jailyn); brother, William Neuman & wife Kathy of Brunswick, OH; beloved sister-in-law, Joyce Neuman of Aurora, OH; and several nieces & nephews.

Special thanks and appreciation to staff and administrators at the Glens Falls Center for Rehabilitation for their loving and dedicated service to Nancy and her family at this difficult time, You are loved.

A memorial service to honor this great woman of God will be held at a later date at Gospel Lighthouse Church in Hudson Falls, NY.

A graveside service will be at Pine View Cemetery, at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes any memorial donations help with funeral costs, be sent to her husband, Andrew “Tuck” Tellier, Jr., 103 B Deer Run Drive, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

QUEENSBURY- Janet L. Stockman, 77, formerly of Fort Ann, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 24, 2020 at her home.

Born August 28, 1942 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Harold & Shirley (Sherwin) Reynolds Sr. of Fort Ann.

Following graduation from Fort Ann Central School, Class of 1960, Janet married her soul mate Gerald “Jerry” Stockman Sr. on November 18, 1962. Beside her love for her husband and children, she loved traveling with Jerry, seeing much of the U.S. including Alaska and Hawaii, plus much of the Caribbean on cruise ships. Her greatest vacation was in 2002, when she and her husband took their four children, their spouses, and 11 grandchildren on a week vacation to Disney World and on a Disney Cruise. It was her lifetime goal and she loved every minute of it.

Janet formerly owned Parkside Flowers in Hudson Falls and Meme’s Country Florist in Corinth, retiring in 2005.

Besides her parents, Janet was predeceased by her three sisters, Jean White, Joyce Daut, Joan Nassivera; five brothers, Harold Reynolds Jr., Lawrence Reynolds, James Reynolds, Jerry Reynolds, and Raymond Reynolds. Sister in law, Jeanette Reynolds, brothers in law, Alpha White, Donald Nassivera, Thomas Gentile, and Don Daut. Her father and mother in law, Silas and Edith Stockman.

She is survived by her husband and soul mate Gerald Stockman Sr., one daughter Shirley Padasak and her husband Steven, their children Ashleigh (Andy) Iuliucci, Blake (Caitlin), and Baileigh (Travis). Three sons Gerald Stockman Jr. and his wife Mindy, their children Kelci, Gerald William, and Kaylee. David Stockman and his wife Ronda, their children Devin, Demi, Brody, Lauren, and Jenna. Paul Stockman and his wife Jennifer, their children Emilee, Nicholas, and Chloe.

In 2016, she was also blessed with the light of her life, her great granddaughter Emma Rae Iuliucci. She was looking forward to the birth of Emma’s brother in June.

She is also survived by her step-mother, Mary Reynolds, her sister, Jaunita Gentile, her brother, John Reynolds, two half brothers, Daniel Reynolds and his wife Jeanne, Douglas Reynolds and his wife Sarah, one half sister, Darlene Beecher and her husband Kenneth. Two step brothers Jim Allen and Mike Allen. Sisters in law, Jane Reynolds, Erma Reynolds, Marlaine Reynolds, and Barbara Reynolds. Her brother & sister in law John & Brenda Stockman. As well as several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Burial will be held at Pine View Cemetery at a later date.

Janet was a two-time survivor of cancer and said the only thing worse than having cancer is seeing a child with cancer. Donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, PO Box 50, Memphis, TN 38101 or online at stjude.org, or to The C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

SOLOMONS, MARYLAND – Lois M. Plude, 89, of Solomons, MD, former resident of South Glens Falls, passed away on April 11, 2020.

Lois was born in Springfield, MA to Alfred A. and Mary Louise (Pouliotte) Messier.  At a young age Lois’ family moved to Hudson Falls, NY to be closer to her Mom’s (Louise’s) family.  Lois was raised in Hudson Falls along with her two brothers (Donald and Thomas).  At the age of 13, Lois attended a private boarding school in Canada where she became fluent in the French language.   The following year she returned to Hudson Falls, enrolled in public high school and graduated in 1947. 

Following high school, Lois worked in the local Hudson Falls area.  In 1949, she met David Plude and on May 20, 1950 they were married.  Lois and Dave raised their six children in South Glens Falls, NY.   During her children’s formative years Lois was a “stay at home” Mom.  As the children grew older however, she started working at the Joy Department store in South Glens Falls and ultimately was promoted to the finance department.  After leaving the Joy Store, Lois worked for a variety of companies in the health care, dental and computer industries all the while taking advantage of her accounting ability.  Lois retired from Wang Laboratories in Lowell, Massachusetts in 1995.  In their retirement years Lois and Dave enjoyed the “fulltime RVing” lifestyle as “snowbirds” in central Florida returning to New Hampshire and New York during the summers.  In 2000 they decided to finally “settle down” and returned to the Glens Falls area.  Following Dave’s passing, Lois moved to Lusby, MD in early 2002 to be closer to her youngest daughter Deidre and her family.  Lois has resided in Lusby since. 

Lois enjoyed cooking, motorcycling, traveling, camping/RVing, playing cards/games, and socializing with friends and family at every opportunity.   Over the years she took special joy in hosting her grandchildren during their summers off from school.  All in all, what she enjoyed most was being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

She was a communicant of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls before moving out of the area and then attended Lady Star of the Sea in Solomons, MD.

Besides her parents, Lois was predeceased; by her husband, David Plude, son, Derek Plude and brothers Donald and Thomas Messier.

Survivors include her children, Douglas Plude and his wife, Nancy of Virginia Beach, VA, Danielle Duncan of San Diego, CA, Dana Plude and his wife, Denise of Rockville, MD, Denis Plude of Conshohocken, PA and Deidre Keith and her husband, Chris of Lusby, MD; as well as 12 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Church, at a later date.

The Rite of Committal will be at Pine View Cemetery, at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations in memory of Lois Plude may be made to the South High Marathon Dance (https://shmd.myevent.com/3/donate.htm), 42 Merritt Rd, South Glens Falls, NY 12803  or St. Michael the Archangel Church, 80 Saratoga Ave., South Glens Falls, NY 12803.

KINGSBURY – Sean “Red” “Lucky” McLaughlin, 74, of Dean Road, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 11, 2020, at his home.

Born on August 24, 1945, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late John and Marena (Hewitt) McLaughlin.

Red attended St. Mary’s School in Hudson Falls and then graduated from Hudson Falls High School.

Following high school, he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era.

On March 17, 1991, he married Ruth Hibbard at the American Legion in Hudson Falls and then St. Joseph’s Church in Fort Edward.

For several years he was a milkman for Ideal Dairy.  Red served for many years for the town of Kingsbury retiring as the Water Superintendent.

He was a longtime member of the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company.  Red’s second home was at Kampersville at Lake Dunmore in Vermont.  He was also an avid hockey fan and was a faithful season ticket holder at the Civic Center.  Red also enjoyed playing golf.  He loved his dog Rusty. Most of all his family was important to him.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Ruth McLaughlin of Kingsbury; his six children, Sherry Dion and her husband, Billy of Miton, VT, Randy Baker of Hudson Falls, Shawn Matteson and her husband, Joe of Granville, Tammy Dorr of Hudson Falls, Kimberly Mackey of Hudson Falls and Martin Baker and his partner Meri of Queensbury; 20 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; two aunts and several nieces, nephews and cousins; He is also survived by his first wife, Linda Beane LaRocque and family.

Services will be announced at a later date.

“See ya Later, Love Ya!”

Memorial donations may be  sent to the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company, 3715 Burgoyne Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

QUEENSBURY – Frederick C. Hayes, Jr., 48, of Queensbury passed away on April 5, 2020 at Glens Falls Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born July 9, 1971 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Frederick C. Hayes and the late Alice (Sue) Davidson.

Fred was a carpenter by trade but worked in construction his whole life.

He was an all-around outdoorsman. Fred loved hunting, fishing, camping, kayaking, wheeling and taking in the beauty of nature. His favorite place to be was at his family’s camp where so many precious memories were made.

Fred loved sports, especially football. His teams were the Green Bay Packers and THE Ohio State Buckeyes, but overall a true football fan, watching any game he could on football Sunday, regardless if his team was playing or not.

He loved building things and working with his hands. He was very meticulous in his work and said he owed his love and knowledge of carpentry to his great grandfather.

Fred loved to make people laugh and smile, believed in working hard and having fun. His motto was “I’m here to help” and he lived by that every day by reaching out to those in need and never asking for anything in return. When he loved he loved hard and he truly loved his family and friends.

Besides his mother, Fred was predeceased by his stepfather, Allan Davidson; his sister, Stacy Ross; his paternal grandparents, Jesse and Elizabeth Hayes and his maternal grandparents, William and Aszelion Morrisey.

Survivors include his wife, Britt; his father, Fred Hayes; his stepmother, Debby Leigh; his siblings, Michele Hayes-Martinez and her partner Jim, Katie Agruso and her husband Rich, Greg Leigh and his wife Brooke, Brian Davidson; his children, Marie Martin and her husband Matt, Jesse Hayes; as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews

Per Fred’s request, there will be no services.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Fred may be sent to Ainsley’s Angels of America, PO Box 6287, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

GLENS FALLS – George “Jake” Jacobs, 90, a lifelong Glens Falls resident, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on April 4, 2020.

Jake was born on July 19, 1929, to Agia and Abraham Jacobs at the family home on Warren Street in Glens Falls.  He was a first generation American and the only son in their eight-child family. 

Jake married Patricia “Pat” McCarthy in 1956, and the couple resided at the home they built on Oneida Street for 58 years.

He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War, where he earned a Medal of Occupation.  A firefighter for 26 years, Jake retired as a Captain in the Glens Falls Fire Department in 1985. 

Jake was a proud father to Marie and grandfather to Andrea and Daniel.  He was a friend, mentor and helper to both his immediate family and his extended family and friends.  When he wasn’t working, Jake frequently assisted his friends and neighbors with home repairs.  When recently asked why he hardly ever accepted payment from people, he said he remembered how hard it was coming up with very little and he wanted to make life easier for people. 

He was a prominent and lifelong member of the community at Saint George Antiochian Orthodox Church.  He and his wife were also longtime members of the community at the Talk of the Town restaurant. 

Jake was predeceased by his wife Pat who was the love of his life.  They spent all of their time together in their retirement.  They enjoyed going to Florida and were fans of Kennedy Space Center.  At home, they enjoyed watching hockey.

Jake is survived by his daughter Marie Jacobs Johnston, his granddaughter Andrea Jacobs and her partner Josh Frey, his grandson Daniel Johnston and his wife Roni, his sister Barbara Crotty and her husband Al, his sister Beatrice Salem, his sister Anna Cottrell, and his brother in law, Richard “Dick” McCarthy and his wife Nancy.  Coming from a large Syrian family, he is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and their families. 

He will be laid to rest at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Veterans Cemetery.  A celebration of Jake’s life will be held at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, 55 Main Street, South Glens Falls.

FORT EDWARD – Robert Stephen (Stevie) Terry, 73, a long time Fort Edward resident, passed away on March 26, 2020, in Castleton, following a long illness.

Born July 13, 1946 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Stephen and Estella (Fuller) Terry.

For over ten years, he was employed at Pallets Inc., in Fort Edward and for a number of years did small engine and bicycle repairs.

Stevie was a past member of the J. W. Waite Hose Company #2 in Hudson Falls and attended St. Joseph’s Church in Fort Edward.

He enjoyed riding his moped all around town and eating in a variety of Hudson Falls diners.  Stevie also enjoyed local parades, loved his pet dogs, and celebrated his birthdays riding go-karts. 

Besides his parents, Stevie was predeceased by his siblings, Elizabeth “Betty” Rouse, Ruth Colvin, Eleanor Wood Green, Mary Yarter, Thomas Terry, John Terry and Hilda Arendt Rice.

Survivors include several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

All services are private.

Memorial donations in memory of Stevie may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

HUDSON FALLS — Celia E. Clippinger, 85, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at Slate Valley Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Granville.

Born on July 11, 1934 in Fair Haven, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Mae (Gates) Ballard. After her mother’s death, she and her siblings were raised by her aunt and uncle, the late Lillian and Wallace Manchester.

Celia grew up in Wells, Vermont and graduated from Granville High School.

On October 20, 1962, she married Robert G. Clippinger. He passed away on September 13, 2000, after 38 years of marriage.

Up until about a year ago, she was still working cleaning homes and assisting some of her closet friends. She was a dependable hard worker who made many friends helping others. Throughout her life, Celia was a caregiver. She loved preparing meals, shopping and sitting for her elderly friends. Celia also enjoyed playing cards, going to lawn sales, participating in flea markets and collecting an assortment of her favorite things. She was a wonderful cook, best known for her baked beans and rice pudding.

Besides her parents, husband, aunt and uncle, she was predeceased by her two sons, John R. Taylor (2019) and Robert S. Clippinger (2000), her siblings, Jeannine (Isaac) Wright, Shirley Hogan, Richard Ballard and Betty Manchester.

Survivors include her daughter, Joanne (Patrick) Appler of Granville; seven grandchildren, Christopher (Julie) Appler, Damian (Kim) Appler, Michael (Rebecca) Taylor, Eric (Crystal) Taylor, Zackery (Mindy Roche) Clippinger, Jacob Clippinger and Dakota Clippinger; 16 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Margo Ballard and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, graveside services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Celia’s family wishes to thank Dr. Peter Gray and the staff at Slate Valley Center for all the wonderful care and compassion shown to her.

Memorial donations in Celia’s memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 4 Atrium Drive #100, Albany, NY  12205 or the Charles R. Wood Cancer Center, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

HUDSON FALLS – Lisa M. Tougaw, 47, of 70 Oak Street, passed away unexpectedly early Friday morning, April 3, 2020, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

Born December 23, 1972 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Michael Tougaw of South Glens Falls & Dale (Monroe) Brauser & Jerry Brauser of Moreau.

She dedicated most of her professional life to housekeeping, but most recently was a home maker. Her hobbies included painting, fishing, caring for the grandchildren for which she cherished and playing with her dog Lilly and cat Benny. She was lovingly known as “Boo” by her father.

She was predeceased her grandparents Vida and Arthur Monroe, Albert and Theresa Almy, Great grandparents Leonard and Genevieve Tougaw.

Besides her parents previously mentioned, she is survived by her fiancé Michael Hermance ll, her daughter Shelby Sharrow and fiancé Nicholas Quinn, son Christopher VanGuilder and fiancé Paula Suarez, step-daughter Briana Hermance, two granddaughters, Emma & Paisley and step-granddaughter Aubree, her brothers and sisters, brother Michael Joseph Tougaw and his wife Elizabeth of Dixon MO, sisters Tammy (Tougaw) Shaw and her husband Tim of Bolton Landing, Michelle (Tougaw) Aiken and her husband Richard of Glens Falls, Michael J Tougaw and fiancé Danielle Sweet of Whitehall, sister in-law Carla Fish and significant other Robert,  Nephews and nieces Joseph, Amber, Cassie, Devin, Raislan, Michael, Ryan, Alex, Matthew, Brandt, Christian and Brandon as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Michael Hermance II, 70 Oak St. Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Arrangement announcements will be made on a later date at the discretion of the family.

KINGSBURY – Susan Ann “Susie” Kaveny, 68, of Kingsbury, died peacefully from brain cancer, at The Pines in Glens Falls, surrounded by love on April fools-day, April 1, 2020 .

Born on August 26, 1951 in Canandaigua, she joined her parents, the late Robert L. and Dorothy Mary (Smith) Kaveny, Sr. in heaven.

In 1969, Susan graduated from Hudson Falls High School and soon after began her life-long career at Macy’s Department Store in Colonie.

Susan had a great love for animals, especially her four cats.  She treated them as if they were her children.  She also loved her horse, Spring.  Susan spent many hours riding and brushing her horse’s beautiful coat.  She shared her love of horses with Colleen O’Rourke and enjoyed spending time with her and her dog, Haylee in Vermont.

Susan enjoyed listening to the peepers in the spring, watching fireflies and taking rides in the country with her family. One of her favorite drives was along the Tow Path where she watched and took photos of big birds of prey, the ospreys and hawks, turtles and ducks.  It was a special time for Susan to go on whale watches and eating seafood in Cape Cod and Maine.  She loved spending time at the ocean.  Finally, she enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles, having her first cup of coffee in the morning and an occasional sip of Baileys Irish Cream.

She loved watching TV, the holidays, especially Christmas and Easter. Her favorite holiday time was searching for Easter eggs in her crocs with her five grandnieces, whom she simply adored.

Those left to miss her are her siblings, Robert L. (Marilyn) Kaveny, Jr. of Florida and Margaret Nims of Kingsbury; her nephews, Adam (Jenn) Nims and Chad (Trisha Sawyer) Nims, all of Hartford; her five grandnieces, Ally, Karlee and Tori Nims, Ava Nadeau and Lilly Nims; several cousins, including, Kathy Gillis and family of Victor and Dr. Amy Gillis and family of San Francisco; two very special friends, Deborah and Pat Norris and their children and Donna Zobie and her family.

Susan may you rest in peace.  Your body is now healed, and your soul is set free.  May you now fly with the angels till we meet again.  We miss you and will always have you in our hearts.  As her sister always said, “See you later alligator and she would respond “After while Crocodile.”

Susan’s family wishes to thank the staff at the Pines for the wonderful care and compassion given to Susan and her family.  They made her feel at home and loved.

Due to the coronavirus epidemic, Catholic services will be held at a later date.

Burial will be at Kingsbury Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest next to her parents.

The family suggests that memorial donations in Susan’s memory be made to the SPCA of Upstate NY, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

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

KINGSBURY – David C. Manley passed away at home after a long illness.

Born on Oct. 10, 1942, in Glens Falls, Dave was the son of the late Elias (Bud) and Doris (Dot) Manley.

In 1960 Dave married his wife Jo at the Gospel Lighthouse Assembly of God Church in Hudson Falls.

Dave worked for Hudson Falls Central School District for over 40 years. Many a day Dave could be found mowing the fields around the school or working on the equipment that helped the school run.

Dave loved his workshop, riding on his tractors or motorcycle and taking apart this or that.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by an infant brother, his sister Joyce Bramer, brother Roger Manley and several in-laws and cousins.

Survivors include his loving wife of 59 years, Jo Manley of Hudson Falls; his children, David Manley of Hudson Falls, Stephen and Lisa Manley of Bonaire, GA and Donna Riley and Peter Sheeran of Hartford; his grandchildren: Rebecca Allen, Kyle Manley, Quinn Manley, Meg Gallagher and Victoria Manley and his sister-in-law Mitzi Robinson. Plus many in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to offer a special thank you to; Tom and Eva Brown, Jim and Pam Shavau, Tom and Jeanie Belden, and Dr. Joe Mihindu and his staff.

Donations may be sent to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen St, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or Gospel Lighthouse Assembly of God Church, 30 La Cross St, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Service will be held at a later date.

ARGYLE – James Rolland Armstrong, 90, died peacefully, Thursday evening, March 19, 2020, at Slate Valley Complex Nursing Home in Granville, where He had resided tor two years due to Alzheimer’s Disease.  His wife Dale was at his side.

Jim, born on December 4, 1929, to James Kellogg Armstrong and Gertrude M. (Robbins) in Ticonderoga.

Jim spent his early years in the north woods, where his father worked as a guide and trapper.  He loved the quiet woods and was happiest there.

In 1948, he graduated from Woestina High School and two years later was drafted by the U.S. Army.  Serving in post war Germany he was honorably discharged with the rank of Corporal.

Back in New York, he worked as a printer at Chase Bag and he retired years later from the Maintenance and Security Department at ACC.

When not working, Jim was able to work with his boys to build a long home with beautiful stonework and fireplace.  Preparing early for retirement, he bought a farm in Argyle covered by acres of forest.  There he built his own log home with stonework and fireplace.  It glowed under his care.

The rural cemetery at South Argyle Presbyterian Church was totally overgrown by brush Jim and his boys reclaimed the land and totally refurbished the cemetery.  For many years Jim was its Sexton and Caretaker.

When he married Evelyn Durkee, Jim became an instant stepparent to her seven children; Crosby Durkee (Cheryl), Donna Peters (Frank) and Jim Durkee.  Predeceasing him were Clint Durkee, George Durkee, Doug Durkee and Dave Durkee.  The Three Armstrong children are Joy Hennessey (Steven) and Jody Armstrong, survive him and Mark Armstrong predeceased him.

In 1995, Jim married Dale Evarts and her two children are Wendell Evarts (Erica) and Wendy Evarts.

Jim was a quiet man, a friend and his word was good.

A memorial service and interment will be at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements are under the care of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc.

GRANVILLE – Christine Fay O’Neill, 68, a longtime resident of Granville Center in Granville, was taken by the angels after a long illness on Thursday, March 26, 2020.

Born on January 23,1952 at Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late John and Stella (Dorvee) Pickett.

Chris graduated from South High in South Glens Falls in 1970 and Adirondack Community College in 1975.  Her work history included many different careers. Her most rewarding job was as a certified nurse’s aide at several nursing centers in the area. Chris liked reading, crocheting, camping and swimming.

Besides her parents, Chris was predeceased by her two husbands and several siblings.

Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Kelley; her son John Oakes; three grandchildren; her stepmother, Florence Pickett; her brother, Paul Pickett of Queensbury and her close family friend, Mary Sue Saville.

There will be no services