Monthly Archives: March 2016

Daphne C. Kestner

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KestnerSOUTH GLENS FALLS – Daphne C. Kestner, 93 , of West Road, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2016, with her loving family by her side.

Born on August 14, 1922 in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late Bernard and Beatrice (Sisson) Chandler.

Daphne graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1942.

On May 25, 1944, she married Francis Kestner in Glens Falls.

She enjoyed collecting miniature gazebos and angels. She was an avid New York Yankee’s armchair fan and most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Francis Kestner, three brothers, George Chandler, Raymond LaRose and Kenneth LaRose and her sister, Bernice Sennett.

Survivors include her daughter, Sharon Jensen and her husband, Peter of South Glens Falls; her son, Terry Kestner and his wife, Cathy of Hudson Falls; four grandchildren, Michael Kestner and his wife, Patti, Matthew Kestner,  Hans Jensen, and Heidi Olsen and her husband, Justin; a great grandson, Patrick Kestner; three great granddaughters, Ella, Lily and Alexa Olson; a step-great granddaughter, Kirstie Fidler; a sister in law, Veronica LaRose; a cousin, Medrick Chandler and several nieces and nephews.

No calling hours are scheduled.

Services will be private, at the convenience of the family.

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

The Jensen family will open their home at  West Road in South Glens Falls on Monday from 4:30 – 7 p.m. to celebrate Daphne’s life.  All are welcome.

Her family suggests that memorial donations be made to the South High Marathon Dance, c/o 42 Merritt Road, South Glens Falls, NY, 12803 or the charity of one’s choice.

Daphne’s family would like to thank the nursing staff at the Glens Falls Hospital and the Stanton Nursing and Rehab for the excellent care given to their mother. Special thanks also to Dr. Filion’s office for their wonderful care shown to our mother

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

Joan Macey

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SOUTH GLENS FALL S – Joan Marie Macey, 77, of Ella Drive, passed away peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family March 1, 2016 at Glens Falls Hospital.

Born August 11, 1938 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Martin and Veronica Varley.

Joan was a 1956 graduate of Hudson Falls High School and in 1962, she married Robert F. Macey, Jr., in Hudson Falls.

Joan was employed with General Electric for over 43 years.  She worked in various areas at General Electric during her employment.

She was a longtime communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church until recently when she moved to South Glens Falls and attended St. Michael’s Church.     Joan enjoyed having her family over to spend time at the pool and playing cards.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren and could always be found taking care of her family, especially if they were ill.  Joan was a homebody and whose family and grandchildren were the center of her life.  She was known for her giving, loving, selfless personality with an amazing ability to make her family and friends feel important and loved.

Besides her parents, Joan was predeceased by her sister, Patricia Hamelin.

Survivors include her loving husband, Robert F. Macey, Jr. of South Glens Falls; her children, Patrick Macey and his wife, Kristy of Queensbury, Michele Leonka and her husband, Christopher of Queensbury, Nancy Kearney and her husband, Jim of South Glens Falls; her six grandchildren, Brendan Leonka and his fiancée, Katie Spoerl of Glens Falls, Jared Macey and his fiancée, Marissa Carpenter of South Glens Falls, Brittany Leonka and her fiancé, Alex Nikas of Warrensburg, Derek Macey and his girlfriend, Alexa Savoia of Hudson Falls, Aidan Kearney and Kelan Kearney, both of South Glens Falls; her sister, Jackie Higgins of Hudson Falls; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, at 11 a.m., at St. Michael the Archangel Church, 80 Saratoga Avenue in South Glens Falls with the Reverend Tony Childs, pastor, officiating.

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

Following the graveside service, all are welcome to a gathering at the Elks Lodge, 32 Cronin Rd., in the town of Queensbury.

Donations in memory of Joan may be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, New York 12801.

 

Louise K. Sexton

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Louise K, Sexton, 95, a longtime resident of Saratoga Road, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at the Pines Healthcare Facility in Glens Falls.

Born on June 25, 1920 in Quitman, GA, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Luana (Zeigler) Knight.

She graduated from Miami Edison High School in Miami, FL and earned her degree in education from the University of Miami in FL.

In 1943, she married Hollis Sexton. He passed away in 2006.

For 25 years, Mrs. Sexton was a teacher in Miami, FL.  Upon returning to this area, she taught in Whitehall Central School District until her retirement. She then worked for Weight Watchers, retiring from there as a field supervisor.  She was very proud to have volunteered for many years for Literacy Volunteers.

Mrs. Sexton was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a brother, Edwin Knight.

Survivors include her daughter, Jane Sexton of Hudson Falls; three grandchildren, Melissa Lear of Hudson Falls, Melinda Paradis of Glens Falls, and Jerel Lear, Sr. of Vermont; five great grandchildren, Rachel Paradis, Timothy Paradis, Kate Paradis, Shelby Lear and Jerel Lear Jr.; one great-great-grandson, Austin Muzikar; one great-great-granddaughter, Dahlia Berkhemer and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no services.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the charity of one’s choice

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

Shelley I. Simione

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SimionedogGLENS FALLS – Shelley I. Simione, 61, of Glens Falls, passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital, following a long illness.

Born on June 30, 1954 in Plattsburg, she was the daughter of the late Alexis and Mildred (Benjamin) Seymour.

In 1971, she married Dominick “Butch” Simione, Jr.

Shelley retired from Capital District DDSO due to her illness.

She enjoyed playing cards and most importantly spending time with her family.

Besides her parents, Shelley was predeceased by her three brothers, John, Anthony and Roderick Seymour a  sister, Simone Colby and a brother in law, Tom Kirk.

Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Dominick “Butch” Simione, Jr. of Glens Falls; two sons, Dominick Simione, III and his wife, Melissa of Gouverneur and Darrick Simione and his wife, Mimi of South Glens Falls; six grandchildren, Nikolaus Simione, Justin Simione, Colten Simione, Gunner Simione, Madison Simione and Drake Simione; sisters, Doreen McKinney and her husband, Clem of Lake Luzerne, Jeannette Kirk of Niagara Falls, Veronica Vann and her husband, Ron of Saranac, Mary Rouse and her husband, Harry of Glens Falls; her uncle, Keith Seymour and aunt Cheryl Seymour; sisters in law, Dottie Seymour Bowen, Lynn Palmer, Annie Harvey and her husband, Keith, Rosemary Flaska, Sandy Hugling, Christine Monroe and her husband, Greg, Ceceilia Magers and her husband, Mike and Patricia Simione; brothers in law, Chris Simione, James Simione and his wife, Diane, Paul Simione and Frank Simione; and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins.

Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

There will be no funeral services and burial will be private.

Shelley’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205 or the American Lung Association of the Northeast, 418 Broadway, 1st Floor, Albany, NY 12207.

Mark Latterell

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Laterell, MarkHUDSON FALLS – Mark Latterell, 55, of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully to be with his brother, Lee, on March 2, 2016 at 6:20 a.m., after a short battle with colon cancer.   He was surrounded by his loving family and friends in his final days.

Mark worked several years for F.W. Webb as a driver and warehouse worker.

He was an extravagant bowler for many years, with which many memories were made with great friends.   He mostly loved spending time with his children, Danielle and Tyler Latterell and his nephew, Douglas Johnson.   He also loved passing time playing golf with Matt, Danielle’s significant other.

Mark leaves behind his mom and dad, Jessie and Sylvia (Arquette)  Latterell of Fort Edward; his daughter, Danielle Latterell; his son, Tyler Latterell; his brothers, Albert Latterell and his wife, Suzanne and Chris Latterell; his sister, Sheri Johnson; his ex-wife, JoAnn Williams-Snowball; four nephews, Dan, Tim and Scott Latterell and Douglas Johnson; five nieces, Gina, Kamara and Alara Latterell and Ashlie and Meagan Johnson; as well as a special great niece, Haylee Stevens; and also many great friends, who have a special place in his heart, especially, John Armstrong, Craig Morris and Amy Varney and their daughter, Rhianna, whom he had a special bond.

Friends may call today, Thursday, March 3, 2016 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 6:00 p.m., following the calling hours on Thursday at the funeral home.

Burial will be in the spring at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Memorial donations may be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY  12801.

Keith Kenneth Knowlton

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KnowltonARGYLE –  Keith Kenneth Knowlton, 60, of Washington Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare, went into the arms of the Lord on Sunday, February 28, 2016, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on October 3, 1955, in Glens Falls, he was the son of Madora Knowlton and the late Kenneth Knowlton.

Keith was a graduate of Glens Falls High School and soon after enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps.  He was very proud to have the honor of serving his country.  Following his military service, Keith began his career as a chef.  Over his career, he worked for several area establishments.

Keith was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Queensbury.

He loved to play chess and could beat just about anyone who challenged him.  Keith was very artistic.  He left behind a legacy of many beautiful pictures and drawings.  Keith was also an animal lover and always enjoyed a good meal.

He is survived by his wife, Teena Knowlton of Hudson Falls; his mother, Madora Knowlton of Corinth; his siblings, Debbie Knowlton Byrd of Corinth, Jacqueline Pelkey of Hudson Falls and Joseph Knowlton and his wife, Michelle of Corinth; his nieces, Michelle Rosinski, Melinda Pelkey and Jennifer Jester; his nephews, Jeremy Knowlton, Casey Knowlton, Chad Knowlton and Daniel Byrd; and several cousins.

Friends may call from 12 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services will follow the calling hours at 2 p.m. on Thursday, at the Funeral Home, with Bishop Ronald Licido, of The Church of Jesus Christ Latter-Day Saints, officiating.

Burial will be in the spring at Southside Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be sent to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave. Queensbury NY 12804.