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ARGYLE –Mark A. Dumas, 61, of North Argyle, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, April 10, 2018, at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a long illness.

Born on June 23, 1956, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Ruth (Antonsen) Dumas and the late Richard Dumas, Sr.

Mark was a graduate of South Glens Falls High in 1975 and following graduation, he began his journey across the country, driving tractor trailers.  He drove for 30 years and loved every minute of it.  Mark got to see almost every state in this beautiful country and was able to meet people and make friends from all walks of life.

In his younger years, Mark was a Boy Scout and a member of the Explorer Scouts.  He was also a member of the Moreau Junior Squad and the Moreau Emergency Squad.

Mark enjoyed camping all over the Adirondacks and Pennsylvania with his friends.  He also loved listening to almost all kinds of music, from classical to classic country.

Mark had a special place in his heart for his mother.  He was a kind and giving son who would never refuse his mother anything.  Mark also will be remembered for being a great friend to all and always putting other’s first.

He is survived by his beloved mother, Ruth C. Dumas of South Glens Falls; his siblings, Richard A. Dumas, Jr. and his companion, Pat Reynolds of Fort Ann, James A. Dumas of South Glens Falls and Sandra Fuller of South Glens Falls; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many wonderful friends.

Friends may call on Thursday, April 19, 2018, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Graveside services will be conducted at 1 p.m. on Friday, April 20, 2018, at Southside Cemetery in the town of Moreau.

Mark’s family would like to thank the wonderful nurses at the Glens Falls Hospital, especially, Colleen, Debbie and Tom for the exceptional care and compassion given to Mark and his family.

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Ln, Latham, NY 12110.

HUDSON FALLS – Rowland J. “Boomer” Dumas, 87, a longtime Hudson Falls resident passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015, at the Indian River Healthcare and Rehab Center in Granville.

Born April 8, 1927, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Arthur and Blanid (Breen) Dumas.

Rowland was a graduate of St. Mary’s Academy.  He served our country in the U.S. Navy.

He retired from Ciba Geigy after over 30 years of service.   Rowland moonlighted at Benson’s Service Center and Al’s Service Center both formerly of Hudson Falls and also parked cars at the Red Coach, formerly in Queensbury..

Rowland was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.  He enjoyed bowling and was a member of the Imperial League and Northway Men’s League, where he also served as a secretary.  Rowland liked to read the newspaper, do crossword puzzles, and enjoyed taking walks on the beach in Maine. He was also an avid Yankees fan.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Richard Dumas.

Survivors include his children, Kathleen Lefebvre and her husband, Lawrence of South Glens Falls, Arthur Dumas of South Glens Falls, Doree Trzaskas and her husband William of Monroe, Washington, Jeffrey Dumas of Glens Falls, Julie Dumas of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Nicole Morro and her husband Thomas, Renee Varney and her husband Matthew, Nadine Lefebvre, Matthew Lefebvre, Michael Dumas and his wife Amanda, Daina Adcock and her husband Chuck, Shannon McDonald, Mistie Dumas; his great grandchildren, Emma,  Caleb, Alexander, Jasmine, Tyler, and Elizabeth; three sisters in law, Ruth Dumas of South Glens Falls, Virginia Spires of Queensbury, Regina Chase of Hudson Falls; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, from 4 to 7 p.m. February 3, 2015, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

A funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, at 11 a.m., February 4, 2015, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park, in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

The Rite of Committal will take place at a later date in the spring at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Following the funeral mass, all are welcome to a luncheon at St. Michael The Archangel Church hall, on Saratoga Ave. in South Glens falls.

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

HUDSON FALLS – Rowland J. “Boomer” Dumas, 87, a longtime Hudson Falls resident passed away on Friday, January 23, 2015, at the Indian River Healthcare and Rehab Center in Granville.

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