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Richard Thomas Monahan

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HUDSON FALLS – Richard Thomas Monahan, 88, the Mayor of Clark Street, went to join his heavenly family, on Sunday, September 29, 2013.

Born on Oct. 28, 1924 in Jenkinsville, he was the son of the late Jerry and Lena (Beecher) Monahan.

On June 3, 1945, Richard married Marie Ann Norton at St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls. They have enjoyed 68 wonderful years of marriage.

Richard was an employee of Monahan & Loughlin, Inc. from 1945 to 1974 when he became owner and operator of that company. After his retirement, he continued on at Monahan & Loughlin, Inc. as Chairman of the Board.   Richard also owned Mim Realty in Indian Lake and Moon Realty in Hudson Falls. Richard was a longtime member of the Capital District Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association.  He loved his company.  His work and his family was his life

Richard was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls, where he also was on the Finance Committee and an usher. He was a member of the Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffin, Knights of Columbus Council # 296 in Hudson Falls and the Glens Falls Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks Lodge # 81.

In his younger years he and his friends Freddie, Jay, Mel and Tom enjoyed going to the Saratoga Race Track to watch the harness horses that he and his friends owned.   Richard loved to party and entertain his family and friends.  He was famous for his drive by checks of the community, always with Marie by his side. He loved watching his grandchildren and great grandchildren growing up.  Richard loved them all.  For many years, Richard enjoyed spending time with his family at his second home in Indian Lake.  He had a quick wit and a great memory for names and people. 

 Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, James Monahan, Robert Monahan, Clark Monahan, John Monahan, Clarence Monahan, Leo Monahan, Edward Monahan, William Monahan, Gerald Monahan and Carleton Monahan; his sisters, Elizabeth Monahan Keech, Mary Monahan Finger, Katherine Monahan, Helena Monahan Ryder  and Florence Monahan.

 Survivors include his loving wife of 68 years, Marie Monahan of Hudson Falls; his children, Michael L. Monahan and his wife, Donna of Naples, Florida, Patrick J. Monahan and his wife, Joan, of Moreau, Kathleen Hallenbeck and her husband, Kurt, of Hudson Falls and Karen Monahan McLaughlin of Hudson Falls, Joanne Davidson and her husband, Jeffrey of Hudson Falls; his sister, Teresa Marcantonio of Hudson Falls; his thirteen grandchildren, Brian Monahan and his wife, Bridget, David Monahan and his wife, Marika, Michelle Santor and her husband, Jason, Stephen Monahan and his wife, Megan, Sean Monahan, Christine Monahan, Marc Monahan and his wife, Desiree,  Joshua Hallenbeck, Mickey McLaughlin, Heather Battiste and her husband, Joseph, Erin McLaughlin, Chelsea Lemon and her husband, William and Melissa Davidson; 26 great grandchildren;  and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Richard also had special feelings for Stacey Hallenbeck, Mariko McLaughlin and Megan Monahan.

 Friends may call on Wednesday, October 2, 2013, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

 A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park, in Hudson Falls.

 Bearers will be Brian Monahan, David Monahan, Stephen Monahan, Sean Monahan, Marc Monahan, Mickey McLaughlin, Joshua Hallenbeck, Mike Fiorillo and Joe Battiste.  Honorary Bearers will be his granddaughters, Michelle Santor, Christine Monahan, Heather Battiste, Erin McLaughlin, Chelsea Lemon and Melissa Davidson.

The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the Town of Fort Edward.

 The family wishes to thank Dr. Gaiotti-Grubbs and her staff and Washington County Hospice for the wonderful care and kindness given to Richard and his family. They will be forever grateful.

 In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828, House of Grace of the Adirondacks, 33 Henry St., Glens Falls, NY 12801, Operation Smile, 6435 Tidewater Drive Norfolk, VA 23509 , and Shriner’s Hospital, 516 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104.

Harold E. Vaughn

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VaughnHUDSON FALLS – Harold E. Vaughn, 91, formerly of River Street, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving daughters on Saturday, September 28, 2013.

Born on October 13, 1921, in Kingsbury, he was the son of the late Millard and Mildred (Wells) Vaughn.

Harold grew up on a farm and went to school in Argyle.  Before enlisting in the US Army, he worked for a trucking company.  Upon his return from service, Harold began his career at Imperial Paint and Color, then Hercules and finally Ciba Geigy, retiring in 1983, with over 30 years of service.

On September, 4, 1943, he married Nellie Ydikoski, at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Harold enjoyed snowmobiling, tending to his vegetable garden and working outside on his yard.  Since he was an all around handyman, he earned the name, Mr. Fix It.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Charles Vaughn and his sister, Irene Gray.

Harold is survived by his wife of 70 years, Nellie Vaughn of Hudson Falls; four daughters, Patricia Deyette of Kingsbury, Diane Murray and her husband, Patrick of Hudson Falls, Kathleen Vaughn of Hudson Falls and Carol Basilio and her husband, Dominic of Queensbury; three grandchildren, Jack Deyette, Jr. and his wife, Sharon, Tammy Deyette and Shannon Potter and her husband, Todd; one great grandson, Matthew Ballard; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 from 11- 12 noon at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Following the calling hour, the Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward, with the Reverend Joseph Busch, pastor of Our Lady of The Annunciation, in Queensbury, officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

 

Harold’s family wishes to thank the staff at Crescent Manor in Bennington, Vermont, for the wonderful care given to their father.

Helen Elizabeth Lewis Cackener

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Cackener, Mrs.QUEENSBURY and HUDSON FALLS  –  Helen Elizabeth Lewis Cackener, 87, formerly of Hudson Falls and more recently of Queensbury, passed away after a short illness Tuesday, September 24, 2013, at Albany Medical Center.  Born in Elmira, NY, July 4, 1926, she was the daughter of the late Norman P. Lewis and Grace (Oakes) Lewis.

Helen graduated early from Newark Valley High School and then attended Wyoming Seminary Prep School in Kingston, PA for one year before entering Oberlin College.  Helen was elected to Phi Beta Kappa, and received her Bachelor of Arts in English Literature, Magna cum Laude, from Oberlin in 1948.  Helen followed in her mother’s footsteps, and felt called to teaching.  She earned a Master’s degree in Teaching from Harvard, where she was elected to Pi Lambda Theta.  In 1964 Helen received a John Hay Fellowship in Humanities to study at Williams College and then attended a NYS Summer Institute in the Humanities at Rochester Institute of Technology.  In the 1980’s, Helen continued her studies in Shakespeare and modern British poets at Worcester College, Oxford, England, and the Ashland Oregon Shakespeare Festival.

Helen taught at Westbrook College in Portland Maine, and in Schenectady, prior to coming to Hudson Falls High School in 1960.  Helen taught English, Humanities, and Folklore there for 25 years, retiring in 1985.  She also advised the National Honor Society and served on the Executive Committee of the Hudson Falls Teachers’ Association, as a representative to the Assembly of the NYSTA, and as a state committee member for NYSUT.  Helen was a member of the NYS Folklore Society and wrote folklore and local history articles for the Glens Falls Today and Saratoga Style magazines.  Helen retold local ghost stories to many audiences over the years.

Helen was very active in her community and church.  She served three terms on the Session of the First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls where she was the first woman Elder and the first woman to be Clerk of Session.  In 1987, Helen was named Woman of the Year at the Presbyterian Church.  Helen was also honored as Woman of the Year by the Hudson Falls Business and Professional Women’s Club in 2001 and as a Woman of Distinction by the Girl Scouts, Adirondack Council, in 2002.  Along with her husband Robert M. Cackener, Helen was a dedicated volunteer for WMHT and the Adirondack Repertory Dance Theater, a docent at the Hyde Collection, and a volunteer usher for many years at SPAC.  Helen was also an active member of AAUW, Friends in Council, P.E.O., Delta Kappa Gamma, the Morning Literature Group, the YMCA Water Work-Out group, and her local ovarian cancer support group.

Helen was predeceased by her best friend and husband of 53 years, Robert M. Cackener; by her sister, Anne Lewis Livezey; and by her first husband, Daniel Glyndwr Lewis.  Survivors include three daughters, Deborah Lewis Poplasky and her husband, Thomas, of Canandaigua, Elizabeth Lewis-Michl and her husband, Thomas, of Delmar, and Margaret Lewis-Price of Tualatin, OR; seven grandchildren, Caitlin Poplasky Bartusch and her husband, Jeff; Betsy Adkins and her husband, Chad; Glyn Michl, Meredith Michl, Sarah Price, Hannah Price, and Rob Price; and one great-grandson, Thomas Adkins.

A list of Helen’s favorite things would be long indeed.  Helen ’s love of friends and family, her dedication to her students, and her enthusiasm for, to name just a few, books, ballet, chamber music, singing, poetry, modern art, architecture, and swimming in Lake George, will be long remembered.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, September 30, 2013, at Carleton Funeral Home Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 1, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church in Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Laura Lovell-Mitchell officiating.   Burial will follow at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 1, 2013, at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Saratoga.

The family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, 5 River St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Lieutenant Colonel Robert P. Hamell

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1945-Robert-P-HamellRobert-P-HamellGlens Falls – Lieutenant Colonel Robert P. Hamell, AUS, 90, formerly of South Street, Glens Falls and Argyle, NY passed away peacefully on September 21, 2013.

Born on March 1, 1923 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Hazel (Moon) and Carl B. Hamell of Queensbury.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 62 years, Jacqueline (Legault) Hamell and his brother Carl A. Hamell.

He was a 1940 graduate of Glens FallsHigh School.

LTC Hamell is a veteran of the United States Army with active duty from July 1943 to November of 1945. He saw action on D-Day +5, the Battle of the Bulge and other European fronts all the way from Normandy and across the ElbeRiver. He was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, the Belgian Fourragere and the Belgian Croix de Guerre for action in World War II as a forward observer in the artillery.

LTC Hamell, AUS served in the Army Reserve from November 1945 to 1981, retiring as the Commander of the 1st Battalion, 389th Infantry Regiment, 98th Division. He was a proud member of Congressman Gerald B. Solomon’s service academy selection committee after retiring from the reserves.

He was also a member of the American Legion Post #1518 of Argyle, a life member of the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars Post #6196 of Queensbury, a member of the Benevolent and Protective order of the Elks Lodge #81, a life member of the Reserve Officer’s Association and past president of the Adirondack Chapter of that organization.

 Prior to a career with GE, he was in the automotive service industry. He retired in 1983 after 18 years in the capacitor department at GE.

 His hobbies included golf, fishing, bowling and woodworking and never saying no to a game of Scrabble.

 Survivors include his three daughters; Karen L. Gray and Sharon A. Fitzsimmons of Florida and Susan Carlton of Texas: Ten grandchildren; Phillip and Kari Camp of Queensbury, William and Sue Camp of Florida, Colonel Jeffrey and Andrea Camp of Dubai and Georgia, Kelly Fitzsimmons, Christine Camp of New York, Tyrone and Nat Fitzsimmons of Buffalo, Andrew and Lisa Camp of Queensbury, Michael Muratori and Scott and Tracy Dziekonski of Texas, Nathaniel and Jill Gray of Renton, Washington: 18 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his Aunt Lillian Powers of Warrensburg.

 The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at the Stanton Nursing Home, The Pines Nursing Home and the Landing, where LTC Hamell made lasting friendships with the staff and took great pleasure in how at home they made him feel.

 While we can’t express fully how grateful we are, we would also like to thank his best friend, chauffeur, shopper, shaver, and all-round caretaker, Cassi Fleury. She brightened his day, enjoyed Red Lobster, ice cream and many trips to the Crown PointBridge together. She was always ready to debate with “Mr.Bob” as she affectionately called him.  

 Friends may call from 4-7 on Thursday, September 26th at the Carleton Funeral Home at 68 Main Street in HudsonFalls.

 Services will be held at noon on Friday, September 27th at the funeral home with Deacon Bazinet officiating.

 Burial, with full military honors will take place at 2:30 pm on September 27th in the Gerald B. H.SolomonSaratogaNationalCemetery, on Duell Road in the Town of Stillwater.

 Memorial donations may be sent to Paws for Purple Hearts, donations can be made at www.pawsforpurplehearts.org.

 

Joan Marie (Hicks) Brownell

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BrownelSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Joan Marie (Hicks) Brownell ,74, of Midtown Apartments, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, September 20th, at her at her home.

Born June, 24, 1939 in Granville, Joan was the daughter of the late Charles Tabor Hicks and Alice Mae (Taylor) Hicks.

Joan attended Fort Ann School.  On July 3, 1964 she married Robert J. Brownell , in Poultney, Vermont.

She loved nature and most of all her family.  She was a member of the South Glens Falls United Methodist Church.

Beside her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Brownell, and her sister, Barbara Liebig.

Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Brownell of Florida; her siblings, Florence Tomlinson of Salem, Fred Hicks of Gansevoort, and Gretchen Braymer of Granville; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Family and friends may call on Wednesday, September 25, 2013, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home Inc., 68 Main Street, Hudson Falls.

Joan will be laid to rest next to her husband at Gerald B.H. Soloman Saratoga National Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Joan can made to a charity of one’s choice.

John Frank Missita

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MissitaHUDSON FALLS – John Frank Missita, 72, of Hudson Falls, entered into the arms of his Savior, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, September 20, 2013, at his home.

Born November 6, 1940 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Helen (Sebert) Missita.

John was graduated from Glens Falls High School in 1958.  He then served in

The United States Army and was stationed at the White House under Presidents’

Kennedy and Johnson.  There he coded all of their important messages.

On January 20, 1979, John married Virginia Maynard at the Ridge Road Wesleyan Church.

He worked many years for J.E. Sawyer as a shipping manager and also at Lowe’s as a shipping manager.  He drove the trolley for the Glens Falls Transit. He then was a school bus driver for the Hudson Falls schools, and most recently, Glens Falls schools. To him driving the school bus and taking care of the kids was his most important job.

John was a member of Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls.  He loved running and for many years was a High School baseball umpire.  He coached the South Glens Falls American Legion Baseball team and is an inductee to the Glens Falls High School Athletic Hall of Fame.   He was the most loyal Red Sox fan in America.

John loved his God and family and took great pride in being a great life long friend to many.

In addition to his parent, he is predeceased by an infant son, Michael Todd

Missita, a sister, Jane Missita, and a nephew, David John Missita.

Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Virginia Missita of Hudson Falls; his children, Deborah Missita Colvin of Colorado, Jacqueline Missita Hoffer and her husband Kris of Glens Falls, Rico Missita of California, James Mallory and his wife Esther of Hudson Falls, Jeremy Mallory and his wife Karissa of Hudson Falls, Amy Yrsha and her husband Marc of Queensbury; his grandchildren, Ethan and Paul Colvin, Amanda, Brooke, and Esther Mallory, Kaitlyn Connor, Kylee, Caleb and Keirsten Mallory, Chase and Sydney Yrsha; one brother, George Missita and his wife Sonja of South Carolina; one aunt, Grace Fish of Glens Falls; his mother in law, Joyce Maynard of Hudson Falls; many brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews, and cousins.  He is also survived by his former wife, Donna Kottman of Greenfield Center.

Friends may call from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Tuesday, at the Gospel Lighthouse

Assemblies of God Church on LaCrosse Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will take place Wednesday at 1 p.m., at the church with Reverend Paul Mead, pastor, officiating.

Interment, with military honors,  will follow at Union Cemetery in Fort Edward.

Donations in memory of John can be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, Glens Falls, NY, 12801, and Gospel Lighthouse Church, 30 LaCrosse Street, Hudson Falls, NY, 12839

The Missita family would like to thank Dr. Gillani, Donna Boss and the staffs at the Cancer Center and Tower 2 of the Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support

Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins

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RobbinsSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins, 59, of Bluebird Rd., went to be with the Lord and her beloved family at Glens Falls Hospital, on September 17, 2013, after a courageous 10 year battle with Renal Cell Cancer.

Born in Glens Falls on December 23, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Elsie (McAuley) Quartiers.  Catherine always said that Christmas is Jesus’ celebration and not mine.

Catherine graduated from Hudson Falls Central School.

On February 4, 1989, she married Edwin George Robbins at West Glens Falls Community Chapel.

For over 30 years, she worked at Glens Falls Hospital, as a technician, ward clerk, and then finally in medical records.  She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Volunteer Fire Police Association of New York and an honorary support group member of the Saratoga County Volunteer Fire Police Association, Inc..  She loved attending Fire Police Conventions with her husband.

She enjoyed bowling, and bingo with her mother. In her later years she liked the Saratoga Racino.  She loved her dogs Harry, Georgie, and Harley.

Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Edwin Robbins of South Glens Falls; her sister, Rita Quartiers, and her friend Steve of Hudson Falls; her brothers, Clifford Quartiers, and his wife Mary of Queensbury, Joseph Quartiers, and his wife Brenda of South Glens Falls, and James Quartiers of South Glens Falls; along with several nieces and nephews.

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

Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tony Childs, pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury

A reception will follow the Rite of Committal at the Gansevoort Fire Department on Rte 32, in Gansevoort.

Online condolences can be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Memorial donation’s in Catherine’s memory may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The Robbins family would like to thank Dr. Hoffman, Dr. Beaty, Dr. Solomon and the staff at Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support.

Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Catherine I. (Quartiers) Robbins, 59, of Bluebird Rd., went to be with the Lord and her beloved family at Glens Falls Hospital, on September 17, 2013, after a courageous 10 year battle with Renal Cell Cancer. 

Born in Glens Falls on December 23, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Clifford and Elsie (McAuley) Quartiers.  Catherine always said that Christmas is Jesus’ celebration and not mine.

Catherine graduated from Hudson Falls Central School. 

On February 4, 1989, she married Edwin George Robbins at West Glens Falls Community Chapel. 

For over 30 years, she worked at Glens Falls Hospital, as a technician, ward clerk, and then finally in medical records.  She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Volunteer Fire Police Association of New York and an honorary support group member of the Saratoga County Volunteer Fire Police Association, Inc..  She loved attending Fire Police Conventions with her husband.

She enjoyed bowling, and bingo with her mother. In her later years she liked the Saratoga Racino.  She loved her dogs Harry, Georgie, and Harley.

Catherine is survived by her loving husband, Edwin Robbins of South Glens Falls; her sister, Rita Quartiers, and her friend Steve of Hudson Falls; her brothers, Clifford Quartiers, and his wife Mary of Queensbury, Joseph Quartiers, and his wife Brenda of South Glens Falls, and James Quartiers of South Glens Falls; along with several nieces and nephews.

Donations in memory of Catherine can be made to Fort Edward Rescue Squad Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with the Rev. Tony Childs pastor of St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls officiating.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury

A reception will follow the Rite of Committal at the Gansevoort Fire Department on Rte 32, in Gansevoort.

Memorial donation’s in Catherine’s memory may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

The Robbins family would like to thank Dr. Hoffman, Dr. Beaty, Dr. Solomon and the staff at Glens Falls Hospital for their love and support.

 

Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore

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WhittemoreQUEENSBURY – Raymond W. “Rigger” Whittemore, 86, of Queensbury, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, at the Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs.

Born on April 27, 1927, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Briggs) Whittemore.

Raymond attended Glens Falls High School.  Following school he served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.   While in the Navy, Raymond fought in the Pacific Theater and in the Battle of Okinowa.

In 1949, Raymond married Jean Bellinger, at St. Mary’s Rectory in Hudson Falls.

For over 61 years, he was a proud member of the Pipefitters and Plumbers, Local 773.  He was also a member of the Hudson Falls American Legion Post 574 and the VFW.  The most important thing in Raymond’s life was his family.

In addition to his parents, was predeceased by his brothers, Clint Whittemore, Dewey Whittemore, his sisters, Grace Kenny and Virginia Tougas.

Raymond is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean Whittemore of Queensbury; his children, Larry Whittemore and his wife, Tawn, Linda Piper, Phyllis Jarvis and her husband, John, Dean Whittemore and Debbie Jelley and her husband, Frank; his grandchildren, Amy, Michael, Jessica, Joe, Gavin, Deanna, Jordon, Devin and Damian; his great grandchildren, Zoe and Tergan, Cooper and Jaxson; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial for Raymond was at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with full military honors.

Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Condolences may be made by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Celia Ruth Solomon

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QUEENSBURY – Celia Ruth Solomon, passed away September 16, 2013, following a short illness, at Fort Hudson Nursing Facility.

Born Celia Ruth Miller, on March 9, 1917, to Joseph and Ida (Goldstein) Miller in Portal, Georgia, she was the fifth of seven children.

Celia was blessed with a sharp mind and a wonderful sense of humor, always quick with a quip or joke. Her intellectual gifts were also displayed in her poetic abilities, often capturing the humor and irony of a situation. Her daily journals of more than 70 years leave a legacy of a life enjoyed and well lived. Family was always primary in her life. She loved family gatherings and took special pride in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Married, April 30, 1938, to David Solomon, of Hudson, NY, where they raised their family and enjoyed 60 wonderful years of marriage, until David’s passing in 1998. Celia reflected often on the comfort in their love and devotion. They would joke about their bond in marriage made stronger in the raising of four sons, stating to each other, “You’re not leaving me alone with these four boys!” Her devotion to their sons was evident in her spending 16 years as a Little League Mother and never missing a game. They took yearly vacations to Florida as a family and then a trip around the world, after David’s retirement.

In addition to her parents and husband, she is predeceased by her siblings, Robert Miller, Norman Miller, Rebecca Miller, Samuel Miller, Lillian Alpert and Martha Blitz.

Celia is survived by her children, Marc (Rita) Solomon, Samuel (Vicki) Solomon, Joel (Gail) Solomon, and Jerry (Beverly) Solomon; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Celia’s family wishes to thank the staff at The Terrace and Fort Hudson for their dedicated care.

If desired, donations may be made in Celia’s name to Temple Beth El,  3 Marion Ave  Glens Falls, NY 12801or SPCA of Upstate NY, PO Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

A burial service will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, September 18, at the Cedar Park Cemetery in Hudson, NY.

Shiva will be held at 7 PM on Thursday, September 19 at 238 Chestnut Ridge Rd in Queensbury.

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

Edward “Wally” Walrath

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Walrath 2Walrath 1HUDSON FALLS – Edward “Wally” Walrath, 78, of State Route 196, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at his home.

Born on May 22, 1935, in Rome, NY, he was the son of the late John E. and Dorotheoa (Heyne) Walrath.

He was very proud to have served his country in the US Army.  While in the service he was fortunate to have earned his GED.

In 1973, he married Marilyn (Vadnais) Grant.  She passed away on July 24, 2012.

Shortly after serving his country, Ed went to work as a typesetter for the Post Star in Glens Falls.  He loved his job and stayed there for over 30 years, until his retirement.  Ed loved playing chess, he ranked third in the New York State Chess Championship.  At one time, he had over 30 games going at once.  Ed was able to do this by using post cards through the mail.

Besides his parents and his wife, he was predeceased by his brother, John Walrath.

Survivors include his step daughter, Renee Grant of Hudson Falls; his step son, Joel Grant of Hudson Falls; his sister, Elizabeth Walrath of Utica; his brother, Richard Walrath and his wife, Joan of Columbus, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no calling hours or funeral services.

Donations in Ed’s memory may be sent to the charity of your choice.

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

Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer

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PalmerHUDSON FALLS – Dale Irene (Inglee) Palmer, 76, of Hudson Falls, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

Born on August 27, 1937, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Madeline (Belden) Inglee.

Dale was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

At one time she was a manager for Fannie Farmer Candy Store.

Dale was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  She was active with the Senior Citizens in Hudson Falls and enjoyed going to their community center.  She was a member of the Red Hats, AARP and well known for her spaghetti dinners and “Scotch a Roo’s”.

Her life centered around family, especially grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by Edward Palmer, her brother, Bruce Inglee, sister Diane Cronin, brother in law, Bill Cronin, sister in law, Joan Barton and mother and father in law, Marion and Russell Palmer.

She is survived by her children, Kim Petit and her husband Charles of Hartford, Scott Palmer and his wife, Joanne of Hudson Falls, Michael Palmer and his wife, Anne of Hudson Falls and Paige Wildey and her husband, Herbert of Hudson Falls; her grandchildren, Michael Petit, Andrea and Mike Romeo, Nicole and Craig Bosma, Stephen Petit and his fiancé, Corrine, Gabrielle and Paul Martini, Drew Petit and Cindy, Christopher Petit, Robert Petit, Brendan Petit, Jonathan and Kristen Palmer, Brianna Palmer and fiancé, Chris, Joseph Palmer and Sarah, Nicholas Wildey, Kaitlin and Zane Allen; her great-grandchildren, Alexander and Cameron Palmer, Nicholas and Vincent Romeo, Skyler Allen and Bryanna Bosma; her sisters, Carol Hagan and her husband Fred, Claudia Breeyear and her husband Bill, and Donzelle Collyer; her sister in law, Betty Inglee and her brother in law, Carl Barton; many special nieces and nephews, whom she loved dearly ; and many close friends, especially, Sue Nassivera and Claire Keech.

Friends may call on Friday, September 13, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

A Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the park in Hudson Falls with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor officiating,

The Rite of Committal will follow at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Dale’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to The Senior Center of  Kingsbury &Fort Edward, 78 Oak Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Park Place, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Robert Allen “Coach” Addison

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GLENS FALLS — Robert  Allen “Coach” Addison, 90, went into the arms of the Lord Friday, Sept. 6, 2013, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on December 7, 1922, in Akron, Ohio, he was the son of the late Robert K. and Frances (Richards) Addison.

After he graduated from Alliance High School in Ohio, he obtained his Bachelors from Oberlin College where he was inducted into the Heisman Hall of Fame.  Bob continued his education at New York University where he obtained his Masters and Ed.S.

Bob is an original Edson’s Raider with the United States Marine Corps, serving in the South Pacific during World War II.  He also served in the Korean Conflict.  Bob thoroughly enjoyed attending the annual Edson’s Raider’s Reunion in Quantico, Virginia. In 2013, Bob was inducted into the NYS Veteran’s Hall of Fame for his service to his country.

He was very active with the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls.  Bob was a speaker in area high schools, educating today’s youth on the history of World War II.  He was also very active with the Marine Corps Memorial Detachment # 2, Post 233 American Legion of Glens Falls, and the Edson’s Raider’s (1st Marine Bn) Association.  Bob also served as a member of the Neighborhood Association.

He married Elizabeth Davenport on July 9, 1949, in Plymouth, Pennsylvania.  She went to the Lord January 28, 2013.

Bob taught for several colleges in New Jersey, Maine, and Nebraska before settling in the Glens Falls area.  He served as the first Director of Athletics at Adirondack Community College and later became a full time professor and coach.  He retired from ACC after 29.   In 2013 he became the first inductee into the SUNY Adirondack Athletic Hall of Fame.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is predeceased by his sisters; Edith Graffice, Martha Jane Arnold, and a brother, William Addison.

Bob is survived by his children, Allen Addison of Glens Falls, Karen and David Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Rebecca and Frank Troelstra of Glens Falls, Virginia Siegler of Van Nuys, CA and Edith Addison of Glens Falls; his grandchildren, Ben and Amy Troelstra of Glens Falls, Luke and Jenny Taylor of Williamsburg, VA, Jesse, Dylan and Riley Siegler of Van Nuys, CA; and many “daycare grandchildren”; his sister, Carol Peters and her husband Joe of Alliance, Ohio; his brother Russell Addison, and his wife Eleanor of Bradenton, Florida; his in laws, Jack Kloeber of Dallas, Pennsylvania, Polly Czar and her husband, George, of Pittston, Pennsylvania, Emily Foster and her husband, Don, of Plattsmouth, Nebraska, Ellen Davenport of Boston, Massachusetts, and Jane Davenport of Omaha, Nebraska; many nieces and nephews; many great-nieces and great-nephews; his caregivers, Mary West-Hannigan, Sara Crannell,  Charlie the dog, Debbie Bombard, RoseMarie Seabury, Marie Bell, Ginny Tramposh, Tom Tramposh, Tim Benner, Betty Young, Sue Arnold; six “granddogs”; and many friends and neighbors

There are no calling hours.

A memorial service will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2013, at the First Baptist Church of Glens Falls, 100 Maple St, Glens Falls, with the Rev. Donald Shuler, officiating.

A reception, at the church, will follow the services.

A private interment will take place at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Donations in Bob’s memory can be made to SUNY Adirondack Foundation, 640 Bay Road, Queensbury, NY 12804, Memorial Detachment #2, Marine Corps League, “Toys for Tots” P.O. 322, Glens Falls, NY 12801, and The SPCA, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Bob’s family requests that in his memory,  please do an act of random kindness.

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