Anna Mae “Ann” Leary

 

 

Leary1Leary2HUDSON FALLS – Anna Mae “Ann” Leary, 91, a longtime resident of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, March 29, 2015, at the Home of The Good Shepherd in Moreau.

Born on December 26, 1923, in Cossayuna, she was the daughter of the late William and Clara (Clough) Stewart.

Her husband, Jeremiah Francis Leary died in 1965.

Ann was a seamstress at Merkel and Gelman and JoMar, both formerly located in Glens Falls.  She was a talented seamstress who did many sewing jobs out of her home, for local friends.

Ann was a member of the First Baptist Church in Glens Falls and an avid bowler in many area bowling alleys.  She loved being a secretary for many bowling leagues.   Most of all, Ann enjoyed trout fishing in Canada and the time spent with her children and her adored grandchildren, who were all her favorites.

Ann was a strong willed, independent woman, who fiercely raised her children to follow in her footsteps.  She was a quick witted, sarcastic lady with a beautiful sense of humor, which she also passed on to her children.

In addition to her husband and parents, Ann is predeceased by her sisters, Doris Blagg, Shirley King, Irene Bean, Charlotte McKuen and Gloria Goodrich and her brothers, Ernest Stewart, Edward Stewart and Walter Stewart.

Survivors  include her children, Thomas Tucker, of Denver, CO, Terrance Tucker of CA, Anna Mae Sawyer of Rock Hill, NY, Geraldine Leary of Phoenix, AZ, Bryan Stewart Leary of Appleton WI, Christie Leary and his wife, Kathi of Windsor, VT and Laura Smith of Phoenix, AZ; her grandchildren, Maureen Sawyer, Kerri Sawyer, Nicholas Leary, Alexandria Leary, Terry Tucker, II, Jeff Tucker and Shannon Tucker; her brother, Clifford Stewart and his wife, Janet, of Greenwich and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Thursday, April 2, 2015 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow the calling hours at 1 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Sandra Spaulding, pastor of Lakeville Baptist Church in Cossayuana, officiating.

Burial will be in the spring at Union Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank Liz Alger, who gave Ann amazing dedication, support, love and care for the past eight years.  

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

 

Marie L. (Giroux) Jarvis

JarvisGANSEVOORT – Marie L. (Giroux) Jarvis, 72, of Gansevoort, went into the arms of the Lord, after a long illness, on Wednesday, March 25, 2015, at Saratoga Hospital.

Born on November 18, 1942 in Ludlow, Mass, she was the daughter of the late Philip R. and Rose C. (Wicks) Giroux.

Marie attended Greenwich High School where she graduated with her lifelong friends, Connie Owens and Marlene McLean.   

On August 4, 1973, she married Donald Jarvis in South Glens Falls. They enjoyed 41 wonderful years together.

At one time, Marie worked for New York State in the Taxation and Finance Department and then later for Sherwood Medical in South Argyle.  Marie retired from General Electric in Fort Edward, after 22 years of service.

She loved listening to country and western music and enjoyed visiting the Saratoga Casino and shopping.    Her most enjoyable time was spent with her grandchildren, her family and her beloved Chihuahua’s, Snowflake and Buttercup.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Debra Wells, Rachael Angier and Esther Bailey and a special sister, Linda Giroux; and her great grandson, Jayden Youmans.

Survivors include her loving husband, Donald Jarvis of Gansevoort; her six children, Robin (Loomis) Peltier and her husband, Steve of Greenwich, Brenda (Loomis) Donah and her husband, Brian of Gansevoort, William Loomis and his wife to be, Kimberley Relyea of Saratoga Springs, Karen Jarvis of Gansevoort, Tammy Jarvis and her husband to be, Michael Moseman of Greenfield Center and Donna Jarvis and her fiancé, Michael Huffner of Salem; two brothers, Philip Robert Giroux, Jr. and William Giroux both of Gansevoort ; two sisters, Rose Della Bull of Ballston Spa and Lois Giroux of South Glens Falls; 17 grandchildren, including “my boy” Greg Youmans; and one great grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, March 29, 2015 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Gerald B.H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Lung Association of Northeastern New York, 3 Winner Circle Suite 300, Albany, NY 12205-1187.  

Jay E. Stone

Stone, JayHUDSON FALLS – Jay E. Stone, 81, of Hudson Falls passed away on Friday, March 20, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on March 7, 1934, he was the son of the late Jay C. Stone and Madeline (Clark) Stone Dineen and his stepfather, John Dineen.

Jay and his brother, Marshall, enlisted in the United States Air Force on October 5, 1952.  He served four years, two which were in Japan.  In 1956, he was honorably discharged.

He married Lisa M. Maxam Merriam in 1989 and loved her dearly until his death.

His last employment was as a driver for Nemer Chrysler/Dodge of Queensbury.  He had been a truck driver for 34 years, having worked for Fort Edward Express for 22 years.  For 12 years he lived in Chicago, IL, where he drove truck for the Illinois Central Railroad.

Jay was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.  He was an active member of the church serving three years on the Parish Council.  He was a Eucharistic Minister and President of the Usher’s Association for many years. He was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus and a Fourth Degree Knight in the Monsignor Arthur S. Kiffen Assembly.  He was a past Grand Knight and Deputy Grand Knight and Recorder of Council #296, in Hudson Falls.

He loved to fish and play golf with his brother, Marshall.  You could most likely see the two of them having breakfast together at the Broadway Diner in Fort Edward or Peter’s Diner on South Street. Jay was an avid Yankee’s fan and watched almost every game on TV.

In addition to his parents, Jay was predeceased by a brother, Ronald Stone, who passed away at the age of 8 years old.

Survivors include his wife, Lisa J. Maxam Stone, of Pottersville; his four sons, Matthew Miller, Mark Miller and Christopher Stone, all of Clearwater, Florida and Jonathan Stone of Albany; four stepchildren; his brother, Marshall Stone and his wife Ann of Glens Falls; his two grandchildren living in Florida; a great grandson in Florida; his three nephews, Stephen Stone and his wife, Shelly of Thief River Falls, MN, Ronald Stone and his wife, Lori of Queensbury and Robert Stone of Queensbury; as well as his two nieces, Marsha Stone of Glens Falls and Melissa Johnson and her husband, Steve of Queensbury.

A Funeral service will be conducted on Saturday, at 3 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls, with the Reverend Thomas Babiuch, officiating.

Memorial donations in memory of Jay may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

 

Richard W. Michon

MichonKINGSBURY – Richard W. Michon, 87, of Kingsbury, was born of Polish parents on August 16, 1927, in Schenectady.  He passed away peacefully en route from the Indian River Nursing home to the Glens Falls Hospital Renal Center on Monday, March 23, 2015, just before noon.

Dick was a graduate of Siena College, and then served his country, in World War II, in the United States Navy as a Company Commander.

His business career was in the field of Insurance for many years.  Upon retirement, he began a second career growing fruits and vegetables, and then moved on to becoming a “Master Gardener”, raising beautiful blooms and plants to the envy of many.  His floral reputation spread both in and out of the Hudson Falls area.

His wife, Jeanne, to whom he was married for 49 years, passed away in 2000.  Together they raised five children, Claire, the oldest, passed away in 2012.  Survivors include his children, Kevin, Claudia, Keith, his wife Kathy and Craig.  They cherish the memories along with six grandchildren, Sarah Brunelle, Trisha Maynard, Lee Loffler and his wife, Nicole, Melissa Michon, Jessica Michon and Marissa Michon.  Also surviving is his wife, Dorothy, whom he married in 2002; a niece, Kim Kehl and two nephews, Mark Michon and Bryan Michon.

Special thanks to all who helped, in anyway, to ease the pain of sickness and be of comfort to Dick, Dorothy and the family during Dick’s long suffering illness.  So many friends gave us strength.  Most specially a loyal and devoted friend, Ed Gordon and his family, Lee Potvin, Ed LaPoint, John Call, Nannette Loffredo, Ines Polito, Joyce and Clarence Bruno and his faithful transporters to and from dialysis three times a week, Tom and Joanne Cummings.  To Dr. Joseph Mihindu and his wife, Elaine, Dr. Patrick Rowley and his team, Sean, Mark and nurse, Elan, Dr. Robert Reeves, a most sincere “thank you” for your care and dedication that carried Dick through many a battle.

Last, but not least, to all the nurses on Tower 6 and 3W of Glens Falls Hospital, along with the nurses at Glens Falls Hospital Renal Centers, special thanks for your compassion and care.  Also to the team from HCR – Gail, Dan, Grace, Sherry and Penny, many thanks for all your efforts.

As per Dick’s request, there will be no calling hours.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated, 11 am on Saturday, March 28, 2015, at St. Michael the Archangel Church in South Glens Falls with the Reverend James Barry Lonergan, officiating.

All are welcome to a reception in the fellowship hall at the church, following the Funeral Mass.

Burial will take place in the late spring at St. Paul’s Cemetery.

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

Theresa M. Mayotte

MayotteHUDSON FALLS – Theresa M. Mayotte, 93, a long time Hudson Falls resident, and most recently of Fort Edward, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2015, at her home.

Born on February 22, 1922, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late John P. and Charlotte (Patterson) Higgins

Theresa was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and for many years served as the manager of the school lunch program for the Hudson Falls school system.

On September 29, 1940, she married Donald R. Mayotte at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hudson Falls.  He passed away September 18, 1990.

She was a member of Tee Bird Country Club, the Hudson Falls Branch of the Glens Falls Hospital Guild where she recently received her 40 years of service pin and also was a member of the “Red Hats.”

Theresa enjoyed skiing, bowling and golfing into her late 80’s. She specially enjoyed time spent with her family.  She had such a love for people and was happy to always leave her friends with a smile.

While living in Queensbury, she attended Our Lady of the Annunciation Church and when in Hudson Falls, she was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church.

In addition to her parents and her husband, she is predeceased by her brothers, Charles, Wilfred, Donald and James Higgins and her sister, Kathleen O’Brien.

Survivors include one son, George Mayotte and his wife Nancy of Chesapeake, VA; two daughters, Kathleen Maynes of Syracuse and Susan Whittemore and her husband, Phil, of Queensbury; her six grandchildren Todd Mayotte and his wife Wendy, Amy Mayotte, Sean Costello and his wife Laurie, Eric Costello and his wife Melanie, Sarah Matte and her husband Christopher Ryan Doyle and his companion Sarah Flower; her seven great-grandchildren Alden Mayotte, Isabel Costello, Carter Costello, Drew Costello, Kate Costello, Bailey Matte, Charlotte Doyle; and several nieces and nephews.

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

A Funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 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 take place at the convenience of the family at St. Paul’s Cemetery on Vaughn Rd in the town of Kingsbury.

Theresa’s family suggests that memorial donations in her memory be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

Her family would like to thank Dr. Cunningham, Dr. Pillimar, Hospice and Theresa’s aides who gave her such loving care.

Mecleta Elizabeth (Dunning) Waite

WaiteKINGSBURY – Mecleta Elizabeth (Dunning) Waite, 82, of Waite Road, died Sunday, March 22, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

She was born May 20, 1932, in Lake George the daughter of  the late John and Olia Mae (Feathers) Dunning.

She was a 1950 graduate of the Lake George High School and on July 1, 1950 she married Robert L. Waite. Bob died August 12, 1990. Three sons, Michael Edward, Peter David and Jamie Bruce  Waite also died before her.

Survivors include her daughter, Sheila Salisbury and her husband Edward of Kingsbury; two sons,  Daniel Waite of Kingsbury and Gordon Waite of Cornville, Arz.; her grandchildren, Lisa Smalley and her husband, Doug, Rhonda Rosick and her husband, Dale, Elizabeth Waite, Nicholas Waite and his wife Michelle and Steven Waite and his companion Ashlee; her great-grandchildren, Devon Rosick, Richard Rosick and Jack Smalley; her brother in law James  DeLarm of Hague; her sister Marcia Meyers and her husband Dean of Granville; several  nieces and nephews a daughter in law, Donna Waite of Kingsbury; and her special friend, Cemo Vaughn of Kingsbury.

Friends may call   from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

The Fort Edward Rescue Squad will pay respects at 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home and the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company will pay their respects at the funeral home at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday. 

Funeral services will be conducted   at the funeral home on Friday at 11 a.m.

Mecleta’s family suggests that memorials take the form of donations to the Kingsbury Volunteer Hose Company, Burgoyne Ave., Hudson Falls, NY 12839 or to the Washington County SPCA, P.O. Box 171, Hudson Falls, NY 12839

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

Joan E. (Loding) McCarty

McCartyFORT EDWARD – Joan E. (Loding) McCarty, 73, of Caputo Ave, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 15, 2015, at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born February 26, 1942, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late J. John and Bernice M. (LaMere) Loding.  She was a direct descendent of William Bradford, the first governor of Plymouth Colony, 1620.

Joan was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School and later in her life, continued her education taking insurance courses in Syracuse.

Following high school she worked at Glens Falls Hospital in the medical records office.  After working at the hospital for a few years, Joan took time off to raise her son, Michael.   When Michael was older, she returned to insurance school in Syracuse and worked out of her home selling insurance.   Joan was a busy lady.  She also worked at area stores, such as Lewis’ Groceries and Cumberland Farms.   For over 30 years, Joan worked part time at the Hudson Falls Free Library.  She made many friends selling Avon for around 20 years.  At one time, Joan was an administrative assistant at Washington County Historical Society for over 15 years.   Lastly, for the past 40 years, Joan was a proud election inspector in District 1 in Fort Edward.   She loved this job because Joan was a people person and as an inspector she was able to see her friends and meet new people.

She loved her cats and was an avid reader, she loved reading anything but preferred fiction. Joan loved listening to Elvis Presley and collected anything and everything on Elivis.  She was a history buff, like her brother, Paul  and a friend to everyone she met.

Survivors include her son, Michael McCarty of Fort Edward; her brother, Thomas J. Loding and his wife, Linda of Glens Falls, Paul R. Loding of Hudson Falls; her three nephews, Tom Loding, John Loding and Jason Loding; as well as her four cousins and many wonderful friends.

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

Prayers will be offered following the calling hours, at 4 p.m., on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial donations in memory of Joan may be sent to Purrs & Paws, Jeannes Felines, 3857 Rte. 9L, Lake George, New York 12845, or Washington County Historical Society, 167 Broadway, Fort Edward, New York 12828.

Donald Robert Keech, Jr.

KeechLARGO, FL – Donald Robert Keech, Jr., 46, of Largo, Florida, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 16, 2015 at home beside his loving family after a long courageous fight with cancer.

He was born in Argyle to his loving parents, Donald and Marilyn Keech.

His beloved daughter, Victoria Keech, who will carry on his legacy, and beloved friend and former wife, Lisa Walsh, survive him. As well as his sister, Joanne Wood of Fort Edward and brother-in-law, Byron, and niece, Jaime, his honorary brother, David Regner, Godmother, Shawn Jones and Godfather, Albert McNall, aunts and uncles of Hudson Falls and Troy, and all of his very close and special family and friends.

His respective family and friends knew Donald as “Toby” in New York and as “Donny” in Florida. He was a friend to everyone and was the first one to send an encouraging word. Donald graduated from Argyle Central High School in 1986 and Hudson Valley in 1988. He was a hard worker and enjoyed working in the automotive industry and created his own company as an insurance adjuster. Donald loved country music, camping and automobiles. Donny enjoyed NASCAR and went to Daytona International Speedway for 15 years twice a year camping on the infield with his “race family.”

The viewing will be before the funeral on Saturday, March 21, 2015 from 9:00 until 10:30 AM at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St, Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at St. Mary/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls, with Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

A Reception will follow the Funeral Mass at the American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl Street in Hudson Falls.

A future memorial service will be celebrated in Florida at a later date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Donald’s name to Suncoast Hospice Foundation, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760, or the American Legion Post 574, 72 Pearl St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Ernesta M. “Mert” Phillips

PhillipsFORT EDWARD – Ernesta M. “Mert” Phillips, 65, of Burgoyne Avenue, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 18, 2015, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on February 17, 1950 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Margaret (Phelps) Phillips, Sr.

Mert enjoyed going to garage sales and spending time with the love of her life, Clifford “Bud” Hammond.  She also was an avid collector of Betty Boop and Elvis memorabilia.

Besides her parents, Mert was predeceased by her brothers, Ernest “Putt” Phillips, Jr., Charles Phillips, Sr., Earl Phillips, Sr. and Robert Phillips; and her sisters, Sylvia St. John and Priscilla Passino.

Survivors include her companion, Clifford “Bud” Hammond; three sons, Edward Hammond and his late wife, Lorraine, David Hammond and John Hammond and his wife, Sandy; three daughters, Mary Betanzos and her husband, Ricardo, Joann Park and her husband, Jeff and Cathy Foster and her husband, Fred; her three brothers, Edward Phillips and his wife, the late Glenda Burdo, Dennis Phillips and his wife, Naomi and Jerry “Joe” Phillips and his companion, Lois; her sisters, Betty Coda, Margaret Rawlin and Patricia Reed; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

Funeral Services will follow the calling hour at 4 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Thomas Babiuch, offficiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Helen H. Sutliff

Sutliff, HelenGLENS FALLS – Helen H. Sutliff, 86, of Glens Falls, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2015 at the Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 25, 1928 in New Russia, NY,  she was the daughter of the late William and Florence (Ellsworth) Daha.

On June 5, 1946, Helen married Raymond M. Sutliff at St. Mary’s Church in Hudson Falls.  They were married 62 wonderful years, when he passed away on March 16, 2009.

Helen had many interests throughout her life.  In her younger years, she loved to bowl and was quite good at it, winning several trophies.  Helen also enjoyed watching wrestling and working on word search books to keep her mind active.   At one time, she taught a ceramics class, where she shared her talent of working with ceramics.  She was also was a wonderful seamstress and a creator of beautiful quilts she made for her grandchildren.  Everyone in her family has at least one item that she made with love, for them.  Although Helen did many things in her life, her center was her family.   She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, who will be missed.

Besides her parents and husband, Helen was predeceased by her two daughters, Lorraine St. Clair and Linda Steves; her son in law, Wesley Steves; and her three grandsons, Timothy Royce, Gary Steves and Lewis Smith.

Survivors include her two daughters, Donna Layton and her husband, Bruce of Fort Edward and Carol Russell and her husband, Wade of Queenbury; her two sons, Wesley Sutliff and his wife, Tonia of Lake George and Scott Sutliff of Glens Falls; several grandchildren; many great grandchildren; her brother in law, Donald Sutliff of Fort Edward; her son in law, John St. Clair of Argyle; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Helen’s family wishes to thank the staff on Tower 2 at the Glens Falls Hospital and also Dr. Eric Pillemer for the special care and compassion given to Helen during her illness.

Friends may call on Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2015 at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls, with Rev. Thomas Babiuch, pastor, officiating.

The Rite of Committal will be in the spring at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to CR Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Roberta L. (Whaley) Manning

ManningQUEENSBURY – Roberta L. (Whaley) Manning, 78, of Queensbury, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward.

Born on March 17, 1936 in the town of Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth L. and Anna (Lundgren) Whaley of Hudson Falls.

Roberta graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1953 and from Union University School of Nursing at Albany Medical Center in 1957.

On August 30, 1958, she married Ellis E. Manning of Delmar.  Roberta and Ellis lived for many years in Stamford, Connecticut, where she was a very active volunteer at the American Red Cross Blood Services and the Smith House Skilled Nursing Facility.

Roberta was a member of the United Methodist Church of Hudson Falls.

Her father, Kenneth Whaley passed away in 1988, her mother, Anna (Lundgren) Whaley died in 2006 and her husband, Ellis Manning passed away on November 12, 1996.

Survivors include her uncle, Harold Lundgren of Hudson Falls; and her cousins, Ronald Lundgren, Curtis Lundgren, David Lundgren, Robin Fuller and Jane Baron.

Roberta wishes to thank, with deep gratitude, friends, Jane Ann Perkins, Jane Collins, Brenda Collins, Rosemary and Karen, for their constant love and support.  She also wishes to thank all caregivers and providers, especially Dr. William Borgos and P.A. Lynn Keil of Hudson Headwaters Health Network.

At Roberta’s request, there will be no calling hours or service.

Burial will be in the spring at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church, 227 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Donald E. Suprenant

SubrenauntQUEENSBURY, NY – Donald E. Suprenant entered into the Grace of God on Thursday, March 12, 2015 in the presence of his family. He had been seriously ill since November and he now rests in peace.

Don was born on February 20, 1935 in Glens Falls, NY to Antoine and Yvonne Suprenant.  He was one of two siblings.  He grew up in Hudson Falls, NY, and graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1952 where he played baseball, football and basketball.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, serving from 1953 to 1957 during the Korean War.  He was honorably discharged from military service in 1957.

Don met his future wife, Caroline Gillman, and in 1961, they were married in St. Mary’s Church in Glens Falls.  Don was a longtime letter carrier for the United States Postal Service, retiring in 1990 after 34 years of service.  He is well-remembered by the many people he saw each day on his seven-mile walk on the streets of the Village of Hudson Falls with a heavy mailbag over his shoulder.

Don was a devoted parishioner and usher of the Church of St. Mary/St. Paul in Hudson Falls.  He was a loyal member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, Lodge #81.  He served as Exalted Ruler in 1988, and was named Elk of the Year for 1997-1998.  He had also been a member of American Legion Post #374 in Lake George, NY.  Don thoroughly enjoyed family picnics and functions, particularly the annual July gathering in Indian Lake.  He was awarded the prestigious “Golden Spatula” for barbecue excellence in 2012.  He was very proud of his grandchildren — both their academic and their athletic achievements.  One of the joys of his retirement was pulling up a lawn chair or taking a seat in the bleachers to watch one of their many games and tournaments.  He also followed professional and collegiate sports on television.

Donald was predeceased by his parents.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 53 years, Caroline. He is also survived by his son Michael (Cynthia) of Queensbury, his daughter Elizabeth (Phillip) Tripp of Hartford, NY, and his daughter Deborah of Wilton, NY.  He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved grandchildren Kaitlin and Zackary Tripp of Hartford.  In addition, Don is survived by a brother, Jack Suprenant of Lawrence, KS.  He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.  He will be missed by his 16 year-old dog, Bailey, who was the recipient of many under-the-table scraps over the years.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, March 15, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 16 at the Church of St. Mary/St. Paul in Hudson Falls at 9:30 a.m., with the with Rev. Thomas Babiuch officiating.

The Rite of Committal will be held at the convenience of the family in the spring at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls, NY.

The family asks that memorial contributions be directed to the Cornerstone Soup Kitchen & Food Pantry, 293 1/2 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Jeannette A. Archambault

ArchambaultHUDSON FALLS – Jeannette A. Archambault, 87, of LaCrosse St., went into the arms of the Lord, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility on Tuesday, March 10, 2015.

Born on August 5, 1927 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late George J. and Beatrice (Ashe) LaPoint.

On November 27, 1947, she married Alfred J. Archambault in St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls. They have been married 67 wonderful years.

Jeannette was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

Until 1985, she was employed as a cafeteria cook at Imperial Wall Paper Company in Queensbury.  Jeannette was a wonderful cook who could make shoe leather taste good.  She also enjoyed tending to her flower and vegetable gardens.  Every year, Jeannette canned 80 quarts of tomatoes for future use in the kitchen. She was a quiet woman with a great sense of humor.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters, Marjorie Fitzgerald and Helene Ringer.

Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Alfred “Al” J. Archambault of Hudson Falls; a daughter, Diane M. A. Archambault of Australia; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Friends are welcome to call from 4 to 7pm on Friday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 am on Saturday, at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church on the park in Hudson Falls.

The Rite of Committal will be in the spring at St. Paul’s Cemetery on Vaughn Rd. in the town of Kingsbury.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for the wonderful care given to Jeannette and her family.

Memorials may be in the form of contributions to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P. O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828 Fort Hudson Health Care Facility, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.