Scott J. Ellis

HUDSON FALLS – Scott J. Ellis, 52, of Elizabeth Street, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2024, at Albany Medical Center.

Born May 12, 1972, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Eleanor Whiting Ellis and the late James T. Ellis, Sr.

Scott dedicated his life to the Hudson Falls Fire Department and served 32 years of service. He was a proud member of the Sons of The American Legion Post 574. He also loved camping on Lake George with his friends and never missed an opportunity to visit Duffy’s Bar. Scott also loved attending hockey games with his friends and the Balloon Festival.

Scott is predeceased by his father, James T. Ellis, Sr.

Those left to remember Scott are his mother, Eleanor Ellis of Hudson Falls; his brothers, Tom Ellis of Hudson Falls, James Ellis, Jr. and his companion Tonya Bradway of Hudson Falls, Robert Ellis and his wife, Kateria of South Glens Falls, his sister, Cheryl Ellis of Hudson Falls, his special nieces, Jasmine Hammond of Hudson Falls and Briana Ellis of Hudson Falls. Scott is also survived by many adopted nieces and nephews, his aunts, uncles, cousins and Snuggle the Dog, who loved him for all the food he gave him and the walks he took him on.

If Scottie were here, the family knows he would want to thank Danielle Herring for what she does for the family; his brother, Tom for being his best friend, rock, and helping hand with caring for their mom together.

Scotts family would like to thank all the Albany Med C.C.U staff for their care and compassion during this difficult time.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, from 11 am to 12 pm.

Graveside services will follow on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Following the graveside services all are welcome to the Hudson Falls American Legion on Pearl Street for a gathering. Scott’s family requests any food offerings be brought to the American Legion on Wednesday.

Memorial donations may be made to the Hudson Falls Fire Department, 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls, New York 12839

Joyce M. (Coveleski) Ellis

FORT EDWARD – Joyce M. (Coveleski) Ellis, 81, of Fort Edward passed away on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at her home, with her family by her side.

Born on January 6, 1938 in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine (Omiecinski) Coveleski.

She attended St. Mary’s grade school and was a 1955 graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

On October 23, 1955, she married Robert Ellis.

She worked for many years at the Fashion Shop in Glens Falls, then retired from Genpak.

Joyce loved hockey and was a season ticket holder for the Adirondack Red Wings, as well as an active member of the Booster Club. She was a participant in the Relay For Life as a Cancer Survivor. Most importantly, she never missed one of her grandchildren’s accomplishments or sporting events.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her brother, Anthony F. Coveleski, Jr. and her infant brother, Joseph A. Coveleski.

Survivors include her two children, Ann Marie Williams and her husband, Dennis of Fort Edward and Robert Ellis and his wife, Pamela of Argyle; four grandchildren, Stephanie Williams, Denny Williams and his wife, Kristi, Ashley Ellis and Dylan Ellis; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family would like to express a special Thank You to all who helped in Joyce’s care over the last 3 months, especially her caregiver, Lisa who was by her side when she passed.

Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Service will follow the calling hours at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with the Reverend Steve McClean, Pastor of the Argyle Presbyterian Church, officiating.

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery in the Town of Fort Edward.

Donations in Joyce’s memory may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 405 E 73rd St, New York, NY 10021.

Francine M. Ellis

Elles, FrancineGLENS FALLS – Francine M. Ellis, 59, of Elizabeth St., passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 1, 2017, at her home.

Born on July 30, 1957, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Walter and Philomena (Salustra) Merrill.

Francine was a graduate of Schuylerville High School.

Throughout her life, Francine worked for Indian River Nursing home, Wesley Nursing home and Interm Health Care.

She cherished her dog pumpkin.  Francine enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, doing puzzles, watching Law and Order, the ocean and when she could, gardening.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her first husband, Donald Anderson and her second husband, Randy Ellis, and her siblings, Margret Merrill, Patricia Purdy and Lindon Merrill.

She is survived by her children, Jennifer Gilles and her husband, Neil of Queensbury, Lisa Springer and her husband, Justin of Fort Edward and Jammie Durkee and her husband Justin of Argyle; her grandchildren, Aleisha, Woodbeck, Ryan Woodbeck, Emily Gilles and Samuel Gilles, Olivia Anderson, Jacob Durkee, Riley Springer, Benjamin Springer and Matthew Springer; her step children, Cameron Ellis and Travis Ellis;  and her siblings, Ardelle McGrane, Norma Fox, Deborah Carter, Melissa Merrill, Bonnie Lee Burnette, Jackie Germain and Angela Sweet.

Friends may call on Friday, June 9, 2017, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.

Burial will be with her second husband, Randy Ellis at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater at the convenience of the family.