Monthly Archives: December 2017

Darlene A. Drew

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Drew, DarleneGANSEVOORT – Darlene A. Drew, 59, of Gansevoort, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on August 18, 1958, in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Lillian (Robinson) Defoe. On April 6, 1996, she married Joseph Drew at Fort Hardy in Schuylerville.

Darlene enjoyed baking and spending time with her children, grandchildren and family

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by a daughter, April Diaz-Campbell, a grandson Brett Diaz, a brother Robert DeFoe and a sister, Debbie Smith.

Darlene is survived by her husband of 21 years, Joseph Drew of Gansevoort, her children, Alexandria Diaz and her fiancé, Matthew Stockwell of Queensbury, Antonio Diaz and his wife Tanya of Gansevoort. Christina Creech and her husband, Siatar of Gansevoort, Angelia Diaz and her husband, Jay of New York City, Stephanie DeFoe and Mike Splunge  of Hudson Falls and Michelle DeFoe of New York City; A granddaughter, Emily Humiston; several other grandchildren; a brother, Dennis DeFoe of Florida; a sister June DeFoe of Arizona; a brother Michael DeFoe of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

At Darlene’s request, there are no services scheduled and please make memorial donations to the child abuse organization of one’s choice.

Elsie K. O’Donnell

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ODonnell, Elsie 1ODonnell, Elsie 2HUDSON FALLS –  Elsie K. O’Donnell, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at Glens Falls Hospital on Sunday December 3rd, 2017.

She was born on October 11, 1932 in Cambridge, NY; the daughter of the late Raymond and Irene (Alliger)  Fort.

Elsie graduated from Hudson Falls High in 1950.   Upon graduation, she worked at the Marinette Paper Company and General Electric, before a long standing career as a bank teller for the First National Bank of Glens Falls.   Elsie retired in 1994.   During her banking career, she was well known for her sweet, warm, caring smile and customers would wait on her line just so they could say hello.  She earned numerous Presidents Award honors for her outstanding work at the bank.   This was a job she truly loved.  Her quiet loving kindness and compassion went far beyond her work life; it was the centerpiece of her family life.   She instilled those traits in all of her four sons and her grandchildren.   Elsie cared about others before herself, donating regularly to the local soup kitchen, St Jude’s Children Hospital and her church.

Elsie had a strong faith in God from a very early age.   She taught Sunday School to children during her younger years at The Advent Christian Church in Hudson Falls; also playing piano and singing in the chorus.  She was also a regular attendee at Pine Knolls Alliance Church in Gansevoort.  Her kind warmth was felt by everyone who knew her.

Besides her parents, Elsie was predeceased by her husband’s Robert Morency and Barry “Lefty” O’Donnell; one son, Kim “Bah” Morency; her two brothers John and Chuck Fort; sister in laws, Assunta “Tina” Fort and Marie Fort; and her long-time companion Raymond Havens.

Elsie is survived by her three sons; David Morency ( Debbi Bearden), Brian O’Donnell ( Jessica McKenzie) and Kelly O’Donnell ( Jody Nolan) and grandchildren; Kelley Morency, JC Morency, Tess Morency, Michael O’Donnell, Rachel O’Donnell and Maddy O’Donnell; one sister in law, Jackie Fort; and her dear long-time friend who was like a sister to her, Sally Barker.

The family would like to thank some special friends who helped mom in so many ways over these past several months; Carol Dudley, Raeanne (Havens) Willis, Nancy Havens and Tom and Bev Brown.   The family would also like to thank Dr. Stoutenburg; and the nurses at Glens Falls Hospital Tower 2 for the tremendous care they provided our mom.

Elsie’s greatest joy truly was her family. She had such a close relationship with each of her four loving and devoted sons and all of her grandchildren.   Her sweet smile and kind gentle way will be missed immensely; we are blessed to have so many great memories of such an incredible mom.

Friends may call on Friday, December 8th, 2017 from 4 to 7pm at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Burial at St. Mary’s Cemetery, in Fort Edward, will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Donations can be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center / Glens Falls Hospital, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

 

 

 

Harold John Rose

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WHITEHALL – Harold John Rose, 59, of Whitehall, went into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, November 30, 2017, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on July 8, 1958, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Milo and Mary Rose.

John attended Glens Falls High School before enlisting in the United States Army.  He was very proud to have served his country.  For his service, he was awarded the Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Good Conduct Metal, the M16 Sharpshooter Ribbon and the NCO Professional Development Ribbon.

Following his discharge, he had attended Monterey Peninsula College, studying Criminal Justice.  For many years he worked for British Petroleum Oil in California.  Several years ago, he moved Whitehall, where he worked as a Facilities Manager for Cumberland Farms.

John enjoyed fishing, being outdoors and spending time with his family.  He liked being all dressed up and dapper, especially in his fancy sweaters.  John also enjoyed traveling, history and reading.  He always wanted to share what he had learned from his books.  John will be remembered for being a religious man, a proud veteran and a Grandpa who loved to give his grandchildren hugs.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brothers, Milo Rose, Jr., Sylvester “Joe” Rose, Robert Rose and Michael “Mike” Rose and his sister, Mary Kingsbury.

He is survived by his brother, Henery (Pamela) Rose of Queensbury; two people he considered and loved like his own children, Thomas Burch of Fort Ann and Christine (Howard) Hurd of Hudson Falls; his six grandchildren, whom they lovingly referred to him as Grandpa Hug Hug; and several nieces and nephews.

Burial with full military honors will be 9 am on Wednesday, December 6, 2017, at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in the town of Stillwater.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Albany Medical College, Anatomical Gift Program, 47 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208.