Monthly Archives: May 2013

Wilber I. Mead

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MeadGANSEVOORT and HUDSON FALLS – Wilber I. Mead, 81, Gansevoort and Hudson Falls, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on April 10, 1932, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Alphonso and Eva Mead.

Wilber served in the Korean War and received the Purple Heart for injuries suffered in the line of duty.

His wife of 51 wonderful years, Elizabeth Mead passed away on March 22, 2009.

For 40 years, he was employed at Native Textiles, formerly in Glens Falls.  Wilber enjoyed camping, playing cards and spending time with his family and his dog Topper.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by all of his brothers and sisters.

Wilber is survived by his sons, Stephen Mead and  his wife, Lucy of Fort Edward and Joseph Mead and his wife, Michele of Gansevoort; his grandchildren, Matthew Mead and his wife, Angie, Joshua Mead, Christopher Mead and Alexis Mead; his great grandchild, Rain Rummel; his sister in law, Joanne Williams of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday, June 2, 2013, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Graveside services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater with the Rev. Paul Mead, pastor of the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls officiating.

Memorial donations may be sent to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Rd,  Albany, NY 12205.

 

Anthony R. “Tony” Harrington

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THarringtonSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Anthony R. “Tony” Harrington, 52, of South Glens Falls, passed away on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, after a long battle with kidney disease.

Born on November 2, 1960, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Dale and Carol (Champaigne) Harrington, Sr.  of Hudson Falls

Tony was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 83.

He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family.

He was predeceased by his youngest son, Chad Michael Harrington, his brother, Dale Harrington, his sister, Cheryl Harrington, his aunt, Regina “Pork Chop” Walden and many other family members.

Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Carrie (Parot) Harrington of South Glens Falls; his parents, Dale and Carol Harrington, Sr. of Hudson Falls; his son, Chris Harrington of Fort Edward; brothers and sisters, Glenn Harrington and his wife, Cheryl of Redwood, NY, Kelly Manning and her husband, Jeff of Hudson Falls, Scott Harrington and his wife, Heather of Glens Falls and many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Funeral Service will be conducted at 7 p.m. on Tuesday night, following the calling hours, with the Rev. Wade Petteys, pastor of the Gateway Church in Corinth, officiating.

Tony’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Renal Center at Broad St., c/o the Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Tony’s family would like to thank aa lf the nurses and staff at the Renal Center and Glens Falls Hospital and especially Dr. Mihindu, for the care Tony received during his illness.

Daniel H. Havens

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Havens, DanielHUDSON FALLS – Daniel H. Havens, 74, of Hudson Falls and Indian River Nursing Facility in Granville, went into the arms of the Lord on Monday, May 27, 2013, after complications from a surgery.

Born on May 15, 1939, he was the only son of seven children of the late Ralph and Mary (Keating) Havens. He was born with polio, but overcame some of his disabilities by being a very hard working person. Dan attended Hudson Falls High School and worked for Maplewood Dairy for many years until it changed hands to VanAernem’s Dairy, retiring in the spring of 2012. He always walked to wherever he had to go.

Dan loved sports, reading the Daily News for sport results, scratch off tickets, feeding his pet squirrels and he loved drinking Pepsi. He was so proud to be a member of the Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin Council 296 Knights of Columbus in Hudson Falls and an usher at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls. Dan was well known by many. He frequented Cumby’s in Hudson Falls, the Corner Diner, Fish Fry Café and the customers he met when delivering milk to businesses. Dan will be greatly missed by all.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Judy Kibling.

Survivors include his siblings, Rita Kibling and her husband, Bob of Medical Lake, WA, Flossie Hobbs and her late husband, Hermann of Gansevoort, Sandra Hobbs and her husband, Earl of South Glens Falls, Barbara Fontaine and her husband, Chris of Fort Edward and Anna Dowling and her husband, George of Victory Mills; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Prayers for Dan will be said at 7 p.m. following the calling hours, at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal will be at 11a.m. on Friday at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin Council 296 Knights of Columbus, 188 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Malcolm S. Waddington

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WaddingtonFORT EDWARD – Malcolm S. Waddington, 91, formerly of Queensbury, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at his home in The Fort Hudson Health Care Facility.

Born on August 4, 1921, in New Baltimore, NY, he was the son of the late Chester and Elizabeth (Wheat) Waddington.

Malcolm served his country in the United States Army during WWII in the Pacific Theater. For his honorable service, he was decorated with the American Service Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The World War II Victory Medal.

Malcolm was the beloved husband of Genevieve (Adach) Waddington, whom he married on November 18, 1951. After 41 years of service, he retired from General Electric Company. Malcolm enjoyed 31 wonderful years after his retirement. He loved playing golf, walking and solving crossword puzzles. Along with his wife of 51 years, Malcolm traveled throughout the country, visiting state campsites, as they enjoyed retirement. Family was the center of his life. Malcolm especially loved family gatherings and watching his great-grandchildren grow.

In addition to his parents and his beloved wife, Genevieve, he was predeceased by his brother, Howard Waddington, his sister, Ruth Waddington and his stepson, Joseph Weber.

Malcolm was a devoted father of Gary A. Waddington of Queensbury and Susan C. Dalbey of Glens Falls and her loving companion, Carl Abbey; his precious grandchildren, Stephen Dalbey and his wife, Jessica of Burlington, VT, Kristen Hosler and her husband, Carter of Glens Falls and Jason Paul and Courtney Lynn of Arlington, TX; he is also survived by his great grandchildren, Charlotte and Rebecca Hosler and Sierra Dalbey; his son from his first marriage, David Waddington; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, at the funeral home, with the Reverend W. Sheldon Hurst, pastor of the Village Baptist Church in Fort Edward, officiating.

After the Funeral Service, Malcolm will be laid to rest next to his wife at Maplewood Cemetery in Saratoga Springs, with full military honors, provided by the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574.

Following the graveside services, everyone is welcome to a luncheon to honor Malcolm’s life, at the Village Baptist Church on Broadway in Fort Edward, where he was a member.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Village Baptist Church, 131 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The family wishes to thank his two caregivers from the Cedar’s, Mandy and Cathy and the wonderful staff at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, including, Ashley, Amanda, Ellen, Erin, Kendie, Kathleen, Melanie, Tina, Amanda B., Jen and Kimarie for the compassion, care and kindness given to Malcolm and his family. He considered Fort Hudson his home.

Wayne John Michael Fish

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FishARGYLE – Wayne John Michael Fish, 54, of Argyle, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 28, 1958, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Grace (Sebert) Fish of Glens Falls and the late Michael Maurice Fish.

Wayne was a US Army veteran.  On September 10, 1988, he married Debbie Clark in Glens Falls.

He was employed as an EMT.  He served as a Ministerial Servant of South Glens Falls Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses.  Wayne enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Debbie Fish of Argyle; his son, Nathan Clark-Fish of Gloversville; his daughter, Katelynn Fiume and her husband, Cory of Argyle; his grandchildren, Damita and Ezra Fiume; his nine siblings, Jean Manning and her husband, Paul of Chesapeake, VA, Susan Maluvccio and her husband, Joseph of Fort Edward, Peter Fish and his wife, Connie of Queensbury; William Fish and his wife, Sheila of Queensbury, Kathleen Fish of Missouri, Margaret Mylott and her husband, Walter of Glens Falls, Joanne Duffy and her husband, Kevin of Lake George, Daniel Fish of Saratoga and Gail LaManda and her husband, Michael of Greenville; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Prayers will be offered at 8 P.M. Wednesday evening at the funeral home by the Rev. Nellis Tremblay.

A Memorial Service will take place at 7 P.M on Saturday at the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah’s Witness on Murray St. with Elder Jim Kelly, officiating.

Burial will be at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of one’s choice.

Elaine Barbara (Guilder) Parent

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ParentHUDSON FALLS – Elaine Barbara (Guilder) Parent, 64, of Martindale Terrace, passed away, after a courageous battle with cancer, on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on April 15, 1949, in Corinth, she was the daughter of the late Robert H. Guilder, Sr. and Pauline Margaret (Greenier) Guilder.

Elaine attended school in Corinth.  She was employed at Sherwood Medical, later know as Mallinckrodt in Argyle.

She enjoyed dancing, country music, bowling, snowmobiling and motorcycling.  Most of all, Elaine enjoyed spending time with her family.  She especially loved having the opportunity to help raise her grandson, Bebops.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Edna McWhorter.

She is survived by her husband, Alex Parent of Fort Ann; her three children, Barbara E. Bouton and her husband, Dennis of Hudson Falls, Michelle Donahue and her husband, Tom of Brant Lake and William Butler and his wife, Kim of Queensbury; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; her siblings, Bobby Guilder, Jr. of Hudson Falls and Paula Edwards and her husband, Jesse of Hudson Falls; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her dog, Gizmo.

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

Burial will be at noon on Saturday at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Donations may be sent to Friends of Washington County Hospice, 415 Lower Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Roland M. “Rollie” Schenk

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Schenk1Schenk2HUDSON FALLS – Roland M. “Rollie” Schenk   89, of Burgoyne Ave., passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on January 14, 1924, in Queensbury, he was the son of the late Martin and Mildred (Hewitt) Schenk.

Rollie was a World War II Navy veteran.

For 30 years he was married to Mary Schenk. After her death in 1979, he married Sara “Sally” Chase in on March 3, 1980.

He worked for Scott Paper for 41 years, retiring in 1987.

Rollie was a member of the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars of Queensbury, Post 6196 of Queensbury, American legion Post 574 of Hudson Falls, The American Fiddler’s Association, The New Country Fan Club, and the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company Auxiliary and while in Florida, he was a member of the Moose Lodge #1041 of Crescent City Florida as well as Eagles Aerie 4355 of Crescent City, FL.

He enjoyed woodworking, card playing with his family and wintering in Florida.

In addition to his first wife and parents, he is predeceased by a son, Anthony J. Schenk, a daughter, Shirley McWhorter, a granddaughter Sara Chase Duffany, two brothers Robert F. Schenk and Max Schenk and a step-daughter, Bonnie Currie.

Survivors include his wife, Sara C. “Sally” Schenk of Hudson Falls; his son, Clifford E. Schenk of Queensbury; his daughter Francis Briere of Queensbury; his step-sons, Nelson W. Chase and his wife Darlene and James M. Chase and his wife, Lynn, all of Kingsbury; two sons-in-law, James Currie of Pomona Park, FL and John McWhorter of Argyle; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be private.

Burial will be in Pine View Cemetery, town of Queensbury.

Rollie’s family has asked that instead of flowers, please send memorial donations be made to the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company, Burgoyne Ave., Hudson Falls, 12839 or the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc. P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, 12828.

Lillian E. DeFoe

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DeFoeGANSEVOORT – Lillian E. DeFoe, 88, longtime resident of Gansevoort, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Indian River Nursing Home in Granville.

Born September 27, 1924, in Northumberland, she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Martha (Reed) Robinson.

She enjoyed baking, needle point, quilting, making dolls, and spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Paul H. DeFoe,  her son, Robert DeFoe and a granddaughter April Diaz-Campbell.

Lillian is survived by her sons Michael DeFoe of South Glens Falls, and Dennis DeFoe of Florida; her daughters June DeFoe of Arizona, Darlene Drew and her husband Joseph of Gansevoort; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Friends may call from noon to 1pm on Wednesday,  at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

A prayer will be said at 1pm Wednesday.

Burial will follow at Bacon Hill Cemetery in Bacon Hill.

 

Norma A. Hill

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HillHARTFORD – Norma A. Hill, 84, of Hartford, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2013.

Born on January 10, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Minnie (Bennett) Colvin.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Charles Hill, two brothers and four sisters.

Norma is survived by a son and daughter; three sisters; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Instead of calling hours, Norma’s family suggests that you find closure in remembering the love you expressed to her while she was living.

They also would like to express their gratitude to all the staff at The Orchard Nursing Home in Granville for the love and care they gave her and to the residents there who loved her too.

Services are private.

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

Marion L. Palmer

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QUEENSBURY – Marion L. Palmer, 92, formerly of Ridge Road, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Pleasant Valley Health Care Facility in Argyle.

 Born on August 14, 1920 in Amsterdam, she was the daughter of the late Raymun W. and Inez (Stoddart) Louer, Sr.

 Marion was a graduate of Amsterdam schools and on March 25, 1941, she married James “Jim” E. Palmer of Amsterdam.  In 1960, she and her husband moved to this area from Canajoharie.   He passed away on June 24, 2008, after 67 wonderful years of marriage.

 Marion was a member of The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls, where she served as choir director for 25 years.  She taught Bible history for several years and was active in the Gideons International Auxiliary.

 Marion loved music and studied voice for many years. She sang with the Mohawk Valley Chorus in Amsterdam.  Marion was a charter member of the Mastersingers, now known as the Adirondack Voices. She also was a very talented pianist and organist.  Her other enjoyment included serving as librarian for the Queensbury Senior Center.  Her greatest love was her family, for which she had made 43 hand stitched quilts to keep them warm.

 Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her four brothers, Richard D. Louer, Raymun W. Louer, Jr., Milford H. Louer and Norbert Louer.

 Survivors include her children, Lauren Palmer and his wife, Susan of Hudson Falls and Suzette Usher, and her husband, Jack of Queensbury; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Scott Palmer and his wife, Rene and their children, Benjamin and Samuel of Glens Falls; Laurie Ecker, and her husband, Lee and their children, Lauren, Bradley and Nicole of Wilton; Matthew Palmer and his wife, Renee and their children Jack and Katie of Heuvelton; Stephanie Roberti and her companion, Rich Hayden of Port Ewen and her children, Hannah, Jeffrey and Jacob of Saugerties; Maureen Usher-Riggs and her husband, Garrett of Portland, Oregon and Brian Usher and his wife, Heather and their daughter, Emory of Queensbury; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 Friends may call on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

 Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Wednesday at The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls with Rev. Richard Dietrich, pastor  of The First Baptist Church and Rev. Michael Plank, pastor of The First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, officiating.

 Burial will be in Seeley Cemetery in the Town of Queensbury at a later date.

 Her family wishes to thank the Alzheimer’s Unit at Pleasant Valley Health Care Facility for the wonderful care and compassion given to Marion and her family.

 The family suggests memorial donations to Gideons International, 2900 Lebanon Rd., Nashville, TN  37214-0800 or The First Baptist Church of South Glens Falls, 383 Saratoga Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803 or Alzheimer’s Association, Northeaster New York, Adirondack Region Office, P.O. Box 4191, Queensbury, NY  12804.

Robert M. Witherell

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witherellGLENS FALLS – Robert M. Witherell, 51, of East Boylston Street, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2013, at his home.

Born on February 8, 1962, he was the son of Patricia St. Clair and the late Robert Witherell.

Robert was a 1981 graduate of South Glens Falls High School.

On September 24, 1988, he married Dawn Miner in South Glens Falls.

Robert worked for many years for Wheels, later known as Advance Auto in Hudson Falls.  He loved watching baseball and was a huge NY Yankee Fan.  He was a history buff and enjoyed trains.  Most of all he was a family man, who enjoyed spending time with his children and family.  For the past few years, he enjoyed many adventures cruising around town in his wheelchair.

In addition to his father, he was predeceased by his grandparents, Eleanor Gaulin and Raymond Gaulin and his sister, Laura Kapsa.

Robert is survived by his wife of 24 years, Dawn Witherell of Glens Falls; his children, Meagan Witherell of Glens Falls and Bobby Witherell of Glens Falls; his mother Patricia St. Clair and her husband, Philip of Florida; his brother and sisters, Mary Witherell-Jones of Greenwich, Melissa Leombruno of Gansevoort, Julie Lefebvre and her husband, Paul of Maine and Daniel Kapsa and his wife, Christine of Gansevoort; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and uncles.

Friends may call from 10 to 1 p.m. on Saturday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow at 1 pm at the funeral home, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, officiating.

The Rite of committal will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

In lieu of flowers , Robert’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 959 State Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Ralph “Rudy” A. St. Pierre

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 Rudy.St.Pierre rudy st pierre 1.jpgGlens Falls – Ralph “Rudy” A. St.Pierre  passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013, date at The Pines Nursing Home in Glens Falls.

Born May 21, 1917, in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Adelor and Alice St. Pierre of Glens Falls and Fort Edward.  He is also predeceased by twin sister Genevieve and sister Thelma Caputo.

Rudy was especially proud of being a multiple high school record holder, sectional-record holder and a four-time AAU Adirondack champion in Track and Field. His long jump record of 23 feet 3/4 inch set in 1934 still stands at Glens Falls High School. His outdoor mark of 24’1.875″ at Fordham University in 1939 also remains the existing record at that institution.

Rudy set GFHS records in the 100 yard dash, the 220 yard dash, the quarter mile, and the long jump. His 100yd dash mark remained the school record until the 1950’s when it was broken by Dick Edmunds another GFHS Track and Field legend. In 1939, with Rudy as leadoff man, the Fordham relay team established a world indoor record of 3 minutes, 15.2 seconds in the mile relay.

 For his numerous athletic achievements in Track and Field Rudy was inducted into the Glens Falls High School Athletic Hall of Fame and the Fordham University Athletic  Hall of Fame . His favorite mentors were his college coach, Ambrose Gilligan and high school coach Tommy Allen who was also one of the original inductees into the GFHS Athletic Hall of Fame.

A long-time area resident, Rudy was a fireman for the Glens Falls Fire Department. He subsequently held positions as a brewery supervisor in N.J. where he was also employed as a manufacturing  supervisor for the Fedders  Corporation.

While he was still at Fordham University, he married his high school sweetheart Pauline Linendoll  of Hudson Falls. He and his wife lived a long and happy life together until she passed away in 2001.

Survivors include his daughter Diane and husband Dr.Robert E Jenkins of Longmont CO, son Ralph and wife Theresa of Carmichael CA,  grandchildren Heather Jenkins Diedrick of Florence OR, Robert E Jenkins III  of St.Petersburg  FL, Marc St.Pierre of Roseville CA, Paul St.Pierre  of Vacaville CA,  Laura St.Pierre Franchini  of San Diego CA, as well as five great-grandchildren.

Rudy wished to thank his AHAH aides Kristen, Becky, Susan, Darcy & Anita, Public Health RN’s Shannon and Dorothy, and Dr. Filion’s office for their compassionate care. He was especially grateful to friends Joyce Duffy, David Vallee Jr, and Amy Flinton for their many kindnesses.  His family wishes to also express their heartfelt appreciation to Amy for all that she has done for Rudy over the past many years.

Services will be private at Rudy’s request. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Glens Falls High School 15 Quade Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or or to Fordham University track Program, C/O Fordham University, Bronx, NY 10458.

Local arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY.