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Isaac F. “Dewey” Wright

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HUDSON FALLS – Isaac F. “Dewey” Wright, 90, of La Barge Street, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23, with his son, Jeffery, Brenda and “The Little White Dog” by his side.         

Born on November 15, 1928, he was one of seven children; William “Man”, Grant “Bud”, Isaac “Dewey”, Edna “Soph”, Cora “Tat”, Harriet “Elsie” and Audrey “Audie” born to William and Edna (Ely) Wright. The children were raised in North Hebron with the core value that above all family was always first.  Dewey graduated from Granville High School and then joined the Army with his brothers, Bill and Grant who waited for him to turn 17, so they could all enlist together. He served in Italy during WWII and also in the Korean conflict. Dewey was very proud to have fought for his country and when he came home, he joined the American Legion.

On August 12, 1950, he married Jeannine Ballard and they had four children.  Jeannine passed away on October 31, 2014, after 64 years of marriage.  Dewey and Jean were both fans of the New York Yankees and were always up for a trip to Atlantic City with a big bucket of quarters. The couple could very often be found out on the dance floor, since they loved square dancing or shopping up a storm looking for the best bargain.  He always did find it.

Dewey was employed by Imperial until 1956.  He then went to work at Great Meadow Correctional Facility as an officer.  After 34 years of service, he retired in 1990.

Dewey loved nothing more than being the resident Mr. Fix- it for friends, neighbors and family members.  He loved crossword puzzles and was hardly ever seen without the crossword and a couple of scratch—offs in his front shirt pocket.

Hunting, fishing and dabbling with honeybees were all activities he really enjoyed.

Nothing made him prouder than showing you his vegetable garden and he always had way more tomatoes than he could ever figure out what to do with.

Coaching his son’s Little League team was something that gave him great pleasure.  He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.

Dewey was predeceased by his wife, his daughter, Nancy Mija, his brothers, William and Grant and his sisters, Cora Hoag and Edna Woods.

Dewey is survived by his children, Barbara Foster of Hudson Falls, Debbie McCarty and her husband, John of Troy and Jeff Wright and longtime companion, Brenda Steves of Hudson Falls;  his sisters Elsie Mattison and Audrey Sears; his 14 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Our heartfelt thanks to our brother, Jeffrey who saw dad through his recent battle with dementia and Multiple Myeloma. Your many days and nights at Dad’s side when he was healthy and especially on those recent days of trials and tribulations. We can never thank enough for all you did.

We would like to thank Brenda for all she has done for Dad.  Her devotion to him was heart- warming and endless. We are firmly convinced that God sent her to him and his family. For this we will be forever grateful. God bless you from the Wright family.

Friends may call on Wednesday, June 12th  from 11  to  1 p.m.  at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Memorial services will be conducted at 1 p.m., following the calling hours at Carleton Funeral home.  Dewey’s niece, the Reverend Sandra Spaulding, will be officiating.

Burial will follow at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford, where he will be laid to rest next to his wife.

Donations in Dewey’s memory may be made to Hudson Falls Little League, 34 East LaClaire Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Joseph “Joe” P. Wright

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HUDSON FALLS – Joseph “Joe” P. Wright, 51, of Hudson Falls, passed away suddenly on April 16th, 2019 at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 4th, 1967, as the first baby born in Glens Falls Hospital to Joseph F. and Wanda L. (Smith) Wright.

Joe graduated from Southern Adirondack Education Center as a small engine mechanic and earned his GED High School diploma. He joined the Army National Guard in 1985 and served for 6 years.

He grew up in West Fort Ann where he met his forever love, Jody Ward and they were married on May 6th, 1989 in the Bay Road Presbyterian Church in Queensbury.

Joe worked as a Lawn and Garden Technician for Sears for over 16 years, then went on to spend his last 15 plus years as a HVAC Shop Maintenance Technician for Stewart’s Shops; a job he loved and where he met a lot of wonderful people who became his great friends.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years and the love of his life, Jody (Ward) Wright; his son and partner in crime, Rodman Joseph; his daughter Cassidi Jenna who was his pride and joy; and his granddaughter, Auriella Jean-Marie who was Papa’s “Aeri” and “Punkin Punkin”; his parents Joseph F. and Wanda L. (Smith) Wright; his Aunts and Uncles, Sandy and Denny Fleming, and Gordon and Red Palmer; his mother-in-law, Marie Ward; his siblings, Michael and Doreen Wright, Kimberly (Wright) and Chris Jones, Bruce and Heather Wright, and Reginald and Carrie Wright; his nieces and nephews, Johnathan Wright and his children Logan, Trenton, and Lily; Nathan Wright, Lynette (Wright) (Goddaughter) and Steven Matt and their children, Hunter and Cole; Jazmine Wright and her daughter Ida; Billy, Brendan, Brooke, and Baylee Wright; Sage and Brody Wright, and Ian Hannon; and his brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Jeff and Christine Hannon, and Robert and Tracy Cavanaugh.

Joe also had many friends and co-workers whom he thought the world of. Some of his closest buddies were Todd Colomb, John Cote, Doug Ryan, Chris Godfrey, Scott Winchell, Dave McGarr, David Stockman, and Jeff Ringer.

Joe loved fishing especially with his Dad, his brothers, and his son Roddy, and daughter Cassidi, and he enjoyed the “Boys Annual Fishing Trip”. He also loved his 1946 Ford Street Rod and going to car shows. His dream was to retire and own his own collection of cars.

He was predeceased by his infant daughter Jenna Yvette Wright; his paternal grandparents Reginald and Jenny Wright, his maternal grandparents Charles and Dorothy Brower, and his Father-in-law and best friend Rodman Ward.

“I’ve lost my one and only love, my best friend, my soulmate. I will cherish every memory of our journey together. Your life was cut way too short but while you were here with us you made us feel safe and loved, you made us laugh at all your jokes and sayings and you were always the life of a family get together or party. You were the Best husband, Dad, Papa, son, brother, Uncle, and friend. You will never ever be forgotten Joseph Paul Wright. I will miss you every single day of my life until we meet again”.

“To my Pops, I truly don’t know what all of us are going to do now having lost such a kind, warm-hearted man. You were Superman to me, except I thought there was no kryptonite out there that could bring you down. I am currently a better man and father because of you, and I will continue to prove that to you. I’m glad we got to grow together these past few months. I wish I had all the knowledge you had, but I will cherish all of your help and advice. I’m going to miss having a bourbon and watching Mecum’s Car Auctions with you. You could always tell me every detail of every car before the announcer could. As I’ve said before, “I got you Pops”, I will continue to be the father you always bragged I was, and I will grow and be the man you knew I could be, Love you Pops”

“To my Dad, You were truly the best dad, you always made sure I knew, and showed how much you loved and cared about me. You showed a huge interest in everything I did and always supported every decision I made. I will never forget how so proud you were of me, and how you made sure everyone else knew it as well. I will continue to work very hard and continue to make you proud. I feel so lost without you, you were my best friend, always on my side. I honestly don’t know what I will do without you, but you taught me how to be strong and get through anything life throws you. I love you so much Dad, I will forever miss you every single day. Love Sass”

Please hug your loved ones and tell them you love them every day, because you never know…

The Rite of Committal will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Please make any memorial donations to a Veterans Charity of your choice.

Raymond “Ray” Charles Wright

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WrightQUEENSBURY – Raymond “Ray” Charles Wright, 76, of Queensbury, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 16, 2014, with his family by his side.

Born on April 27, 1938, in Hartford, he was the son of the late John W. and Pearl M. Wright.

Ray was a veteran of the United States Air Force and the United States Air Force Army Reserve & National Guard of New York and Connecticut. 

He worked at the Glens Falls Hospital as a security guard, Potter Ambulance Service  and Doty Machine Works before retiring from Kline’s Mobil in Queensbury.

At one time, he served as a member of the Fort Edward Rescue Squad.

Ray enjoyed going for rides, looking for deer and wildlife.  He enjoyed watching golf, hunting shows, murder mysteries and old westerns.   Ray liked playing bowling on the Wii and all kinds of computer games.

He was always willing to lend a helping hand and was always making people laugh.   Ray enjoyed family gatherings and talking about the adventures of his younger days.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Louis and Matilda Phillips, his paternal grandparents, Elwin and Cora Wright, his daughters, Tammy Wright and Barbara “Barbie” Truesdale, his sisters, Beatrice Gosslin, Marie Weatherwax and Delia Ballentine and his brothers, Robert Wright, Walter Wright and William Wright.

Ray is survived by his wife of 39 years, Brenda Wright; his children, Shari Pullen and her husband, Mike of Texas, John Wright and his wife, Sandy of Florida, Peter Truesdale of Glens Falls and Dan Truesdale and his wife, Terri of Glens Falls; thirteen grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; his sisters, Margaret Hunt of South Glens Falls and Mary G. Carr and her husband, George of Bacon Hill; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, from5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Services will follow the calling hours at 7 p.m. Monday Nov. 24, 2014, at the funeral home, with military honors presented by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574.

Burial will be at Brant Lake Cemetery at a later date.

Ray’s family suggests that donations in Ray’s memory be given to his wife, Brenda  in the form of donations to Glens Falls national Bank, 221 Corinth RD., Queensbury, NY 12804, to help with funeral expenses.

Jeannine L. Wright

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WrightHUDSON FALLS – Jeannine L. Wright, 82, of LaBarge Street, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, Friday October 31, 2014, at the Stanton Healthcare and Rehab Center in Queensbury.

Born on December 23, 1931, in Fair Haven, Vermont, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Mae (Gates) Ballard.   When she was twelve years old, her mother passed away and Jeannine went to live with her mother’s sister and husband, Wallace and Lillian Manchester in Hudson Falls.

On August 12, 1950, she married Isaac Wright at the family home in Wells, Vermont.

Jeannine worked for Mallinckrodt in Argyle for many years, then Hallmark Nursing Home, as a CNA for over 20 years.  She loved scratch offs and going to casinos.  Jeannine and her husband enjoyed visiting Atlantic City, where they watched many Miss America pageants.  They also enjoyed square dancing on Saturday nights.  Jeannine was an avid New York Yankees fan.  She was a wonderful cook and was best known for her banana split cake, macaroni and cheese, lasagna, and potato salad.

Besides her parents, Wallace and Lillian Manchester, Jeannine is predeceased by her daughter, Nancy Mija, and her sister, Betty Manchester.

Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Isaac “Dewey’ Wright of Hudson Falls; her children, Barbara Foster of Hudson Falls, Debbie McCarty and her husband, John of Troy, Jeff Wright and his wife, Yong of Hudson Falls; 14 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren; her two sisters, Celia Clippenger of Hudson Falls, Shirley Hogan of Gloversville, her brother Richard Ballard and his wife, Margo of Poultney, VT; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Family and friends may call on Monday from 1 to 2 P.M. at  the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 P.M. on Monday, following the calling hour, at the funeral home, with Rev. Sandra Spaulding, officiating.

Burial will take place at Morningside Cemetery in Hartford at the convenience of the family.

Jeannine’s family would like to thank the staff on East wing at the Stanton Healthcare and Rehab Center for their wonderful support and care during their mother’s stay there.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jeannine’s memory may be made to the Charles R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glnes Falls, NY 12801

Vance Craig Wright

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GLENS FALLS – Vance Craig Wright, 44, of Village Green Apts., went into the arms of the Lord on November 11, 2013, at his home.

Born on September 1, 1969 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Rosemary (Columbetti) Colvin and the late John Wright.

Vance attended Fort Edward High School and was a member of the New Life Baptist Church in Hudson Falls.  His church and faith were very important to him. 

He loved kids, animals and woodcarving.  Vance was the best son, father, brother and uncle you could ask for.   He would give the shirt off his back.   Vance was the most kind, loving person you would ever meet, always striking up a conversation with anyone he met.   He was known for being a terrific gentleman whose life centered around his children.

Besides his father, he was predeceased by his grandparents, Dominick and Esther Columbetti, Sr. and John and Dora Wright, his uncles, Dominick Columbetti, Jr., Charles  Wright, Clinton Wright and Bill Nims and his nephew, Adam Philip LaRoe, Jr.

Survivors include his mother, Rosemary Columbetti Colvin of Hudson Falls; his daughter, Heather Lee Wright; his children, Brandon Heywood, Christopher Heywood and Melissa Heywood; his siblings, Gene Colvin, Gina Olcott and her husband, Bob, Daniel Wright, Jason LaRoe and Adam LaRoe; his two best friends, Theo Lamarque and Eydie Putnam; and several aunts, uncles ,nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the New Life Baptist Church, 62 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will follow the calling hours at 6 p.m. on Friday, at the New Life Baptist Church, with Pastor Jon Hawkins, officiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to New Life Baptist Church, 62 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or your local animal shelter.

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