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Richard A. Vaughn

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vaughn-richardHUDSON FALLS – Richard A. Vaughn, 84, of Hudson Falls, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, December 11, 2016. 

Born May 26, 1932, in Hudson Falls, he was the son of the late Karl and Mildred (Tyler) Vaughn. 

Richard was a U.S. Army veteran, and fought in the Korean War. 

He was married January 21, 1972, to Carolyn Whitney at Truthville Baptist Church. 

Richard was an employee of Native Textiles for 48 years. 

He enjoyed cutting and selling firewood, hunting, camp, spending time with his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren, and trips to the ocean. 

In addition to his parents, Richard was predeceased by his daughter, Valerie Vaughn; his son, Stewart Vaughn; his son, Stephen Vaughn; his sister, Eleanor MaCauley; his brother, Wilbur Vaughn; and his first wife, Barbara (Morse) Vaughn who passed away in 1963. 

Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Carolyn (Whitney) Vaughn of Hudson Falls; his sons: Tony Matteson and his wife, Diane of Waynesboro, VA, Thomas Matteson and his wife, Sonja of Hudson Falls, Timothy Matteson and his wife, Lanell of Roger, TX; 11 grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

Friends are invited to call on Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Immediately following calling hours at 1 p.m., a funeral service will take place at the funeral home, officiated by Derek Hanson. 

Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, in Fort Edward, with full Military Honors. 

Donations in Richards name can be made out to Prospect Child & Family Center, 133 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Beverly M. Dube

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HUDSON FALLS – Beverly M. Dube, 94, of Brenda Drive, passed away on Friday, Deceember 9, 2016, at her home.

Born April 10, 1922 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Eber and Lillian (LaRose) Gaulin.

On March 28, 1948, she married Robert Dube in St. Paul’s Church.  He died March 4, 1976.

Bev worked for many years as a teller at the First National Bank, now known as TDBank in Hudson Falls.  In 1969 she began working for the village of Hudson Falls as payroll clerk, a position she held until her retirement in 1987.

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

Her enjoyments included bowling and serving with the Hudson Falls Branch of the Glens Falls Hospital Guild.

In addition to her husband and parents, she is predeceased by a son R. Bruce Dube who died July 4, 1952.

Survivors include one son, Edward Dube of Hudson Falls; a sister, Ruth M. St. Louis and her husband, Leo of Hudson Falls; three nieces, three nephews; three grandnieces and three grand nephews: sister in law, Elizabeth “Boots” Dube of Durham, NC.

There are no calling hours.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11A.M. on Wednesday 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 in t. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

The family suggests memorials in Mrs. Dube’s name be made to the Fort Edward rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

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

Shari-Ann Carpenter

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carpenter-shari-annSOUTH GLENS FALLS _ Shari-Ann Carpenter, 48, passed away on Thursday December 8, 2016 at Albany Medical Center surrounded by her family.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents Thomas and Sharron (Catalfamo) Carpenter and her beloved brother Todd A. Carpenter.

Shari-Ann graduated from South Glens Falls High School in 1987, which is where she spent most of her time even after graduation watching many wrestling, football, basketball, volleyball, soccer and softball games. Shari-Ann cheered and could always be heard screaming encouragement to her  sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews.  Shari-Ann made sure to have their sports schedules so she could attend all of their spring events, as she was their number one fan.   She was employed by Angio Dynamics, formally known as Namic, Boston Scientific and Pfizer for 28 years.

Shari-Ann enjoyed life and living it to the fullest.  She looked forward to the family’s annual golf tournament in honor of her late brother Todd A. Carpenter, the TC Open.  She always had an infectious smile and brought many amazing memories to all around her.  She enjoyed concerts of all kinds, vacations, eating out with friends, and baking.  Shari-Ann had a very giving heart.  Her family and friends pay tribute to Shari by saying “Shari-Ann was one of the kindest people you could have ever met, she opened her heart to so many over the years and she will be sorely missed.”

Her beautiful life will forever be cherished by her brothers and sisters, Toni-Ann Geer and her husband Thomas; Thomas A. Carpenter and his wife Larraina; Scott J. Carpenter and his wife Julianne; Marc T. Carpenter and his wife Sherry; Traci-Ann DeRidder and her husband Lou; Teri-Ann DelSignore and her husband Greg; Jodi-Ann Brewer and her husband Brent; and Eric J. Carpenter and his wife Angela.  Shari’s nieces and nephews, Randi White and her husband Alpha; Darci Brewer and her husband Ben; Jenni Ryan and her husband Sean; Bo Smith; Scott, Daniel, Claire, and Jake Carpenter; Louie and Megan DeRidder; Brock and Brooke DelSignore; and Mia and Grace Brewer, which for most she was “Crazy Aunt Shari” to.  Aunt Sally and Uncle Bill Brayman; Aunt Annie Catalfamo, Great Uncle John Catalfamo, as well as several cousins, and very close friends.

Shari-Ann’s family  would like to express their special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, and all hospital staff that cared for her.

Friends and family may call onThursday December 15, 2016 from 5pm to 8pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.

The family has requested a private burial.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made  to South Glens Falls Booster Club. 42 Merritt Rd., South Glens Falls, NY 12803 or the Hudson Falls Tiger Trackers Booster Club, 1153 Burgoyne Ave., Fort Edward, NY 12828, in Shari-Ann’s name.

 

 

Richard (Rick) Carlton Granger

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Richard (Rick) Carlton Granger, 75, of South Glens Falls, passed away at his home Thursday afternoon, December 8, 2016, after a short illness, with his wife, Netina, by his side.

Born on January 22, 1941, in St. Albans, Vermont, he was the son of the late Carlton and Nora (LaDue) Granger.

Richard and Netina were married on July 1, 2000, during a picnic service.

Richard worked at Native Textiles for many years as a truck driver.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, church friends, and telling stories. He enjoyed helping others, especially if it involved fixing or remodeling. Tinkering in the garage brought him great happiness. Rick enjoyed researching genealogy, enabling him to trace his first descendant from England. He was known to drive hours throughout New York to gather information to add it to his growing genealogy records. These extensive records will become a treasure to his family.

Richard is survived by his wife of 16 years, Netina; his son, Matthew Granger and his wife, Marcy Hokama-Granger, and their son, Niko, all of Brooklyn. His is also survived by Netina’s children: Barbara Potvin and her daughter Julia of South Glens Falls, Kevin Varmette and his wife, Tammy of Gansevoort, and Kenneth and his wife, Windy Varmette, and their children, Damien, Aaron, Eli and Olivia of Lansing, Michigan.

Friends and Family are invited to call on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home on Main Street, in Hudson Falls. Immediately following calling hours, a service will take place at 1 p.m. at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor James Swanson of Turning Point Wesylan Church in Fort Miller, NY.

Burial will take place at Pine View Cemetery in Queensbury.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made out to Turning Point Weslyan Church, 1063 US-4, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Luneda “Joy” Stimpson

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BALLSTON SPA – Luneda “Joy” Stimpson, of Middleline Road, passed away at home, on Thursday, December 8, 2016, surrounded by her loving family.

Born January 5, 1925, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Erwin and Ruth (Crannell) Adams.

She was employed with General Electric of Fort Edward for 25 years.

Joy enjoyed spending time with her family and cats. She also enjoyed watching tennis on TV.

Joy was predeceased by her loving son, John Stimpson, her sister, Virginia Perry, and her brother, Erwin Adams.

Survivors include her children, Thomas Stimpson of Moreau, Joy Ann Stimpson of Argyle, Barry Stimpson and his wife, Sandy of Moreau, Robin Wood and her significant other, Patty of Ballston Spa, Dale Stimpson of Moreau; ten grandchildren, including her loving granddaughter, Bilye Jo Bednarczyk and her husband, Chris of Moreau; and several great grandchildren.

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

Memorial donations can be made to Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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

Karen A. Northrup

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HUDSON FALLS – Karen A. Northrup, 71, of Dean Road, passed away peacefully in the arms of the Lord in the early hours of Wednesday, November 30, 2016 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA.

Born January 5, 1945 in Wales, UK, Karen was the daughter of the late Walter Howard – US Army Air Corps and Olga (Sayes) Howard – British Army Nursing Service.  The new family came to the US when there service was over.

Karen grew up in Hudson Falls with her parents and younger twin siblings, graduated from Hudson Falls High School, and continued her education at Adirondack Community College, where she received her degree in Languages.  After being introduced by her lifelong friend Connie Dodge, she married her soulmate in 1966, settled into raising two boys then rejoined the workforce in the 1980s when her children where in high school.  She used her talent and love of language, proofreading and editing, for budding authors, and at Tribune Media Services for over thirty years, retiring on her 70th birthday.

Karen was an active member of the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church. She served as an Elder, Deacon and was a mainstay of the choir for decades.

Karen had a beautiful voice and would sing or recite poetry whenever the mood took her.  She enjoyed the theater, especially musicals, loved leisurely rides with her husband, and valued spending time with her family and friends.

She will be dearly missed by her husband of 51 years, Gary Northrup of Hudson Falls; her two sons, Greg Northrup and partner Michele Jordan of Greenwich, and Drew Northrup and wife, Paula of Moreau; her granddaughters, Dylan Jakacki of Cambridge and Paige Posada of Moreau; her brother, Brooke Howard and wife, Denise of Hudson Falls; her sister, Lynn Howard of Fair Haven, VT; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call on Tuesday, December 6, 2016 from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the funeral home, with the Rev. Michael Plank, pastor of the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church, officiating.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Hudson Falls First Presbyterian Church, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY  12839.

Constance Depalo

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HUDSON FALLS – Constance Jean (Barney) DePalo, 94, passed peacefully into her Savior’s presence on December 1st, 2016, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by her loved ones. Connie will be remembered by all for her love of children and great sense of humor.

Born on June 15th, 1922, to Leonard J. and Helene (Flynn) Barney. Connie graduated from Hudson Falls High School class of 1940. She went on to marry Patrick DePalo in 1944, they remained married until his passing in 2009. Together they raised six daughters.

Connie was predeceased by her daughter, Diane Dolan, younger brother, Leonard Jr. (Duff) Barney, and her BFF Maxine Binetti.

She is survived by her daughters, Susan DePalo, Barbara Comstock (Keith), Mary Joan Baggot (Richard), Patricia DePalo, and Connie Steele; her sister-in-law, Rose Barney; grandchildren, Amy and Alison Steele, Christopher Dolen (Callie), Dr. Michael Dolen (Erin), Angela Lizotte, Rachel Lazic (Dan), Kaitlin Watkins (Brad), and Kenneth Comstock; and 10 great-grandchildren.

Her greatest gifts were patience, being a great sport, and her gracious hospitality. Connie loved athletics. In her early days, she was involved in all the athletics that a young woman could participate in and remained an avid sports fan throughout her life. She skated competitively, was a cheerleader, and was a championship golfer and bowler. Everyone was always welcome in her home. Her delight in little ones remained until the end, it’s a legacy that she passed onto her children and grandchildren. Her friendly personality, unending patience, generosity, and understated loved will be missed by many.

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

Masses in Connie’s name will be announced.

The family suggested that any gift remembrances be made to the Open Door Mission of Glens Falls, 47 Lawrence Street, PO Box 3306, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or opendoor-ny.org.

The family would like to thank Kaitlin and Brad Watkins for their special love and care during Grammy’s last years.