Category Archives: Obituaries

HUDSON FALLS – Maurice P. “Mo” SteMarie, 78, a resident of Hudson Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2020.

Born on January 1, 1942 in LaPraire, Quebec, Canada, he was the son of the late Harold and Germaine (Crevier) SteMarie.

On January 14, 1983, he married the love of his life, Candy Deyette.  They enjoyed 37 wonderful years together.   They were the love of each other’s lives and always together in everything they did.  He will be deeply missed by her.

From 1962 to 1984, Mo worked for the Government of Canada Highway Department.  After moving to this country, he was employed by Leon Deyette Paving and Elliott Septic Tank Company, both located in Kingsbury.  Mo loved his jobs and felt fortunate to have made many wonderful friends during his employments.

He was such a kind man to everyone he met.  Mo was the type of person who always put others before himself.  He was a great friend with a keen sense of humor.  Mo carried himself with effortless kindness and a sharp wit that made him a quick friend to those he met.

Mo loved spending time with his family and friends, which he had many, especially, Chuck “Sweetpea” Friedman and Jeff Hunsperger.  The family appreciates that they were so good to Mo. 

He was predeceased by his parents and his brothers, Pierre, Andre, Jacques, Germaine, and Harold and his sisters, Raymonde and Liliane.

Those left to grieve are his loving wife, Candy SteMarie of Hudson Falls; his siblings, Ronald SteMarie and Gisele Cusson and her husband, Germain of Canada; several nieces and nephews; and his sister in law, Darlene Davis of Hudson Falls.   

At Mo’s request, there will be no services at this time.

However, a Memorial Mass will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank Dr. Foote and his staff for the wonderful care given to Mo and his family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the charity of one’s choice.

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

FORT EDWARD – Philip Mannino, 60, of Fort Edward, passed away on Sunday October 11, 2020, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Calling hours will be on Friday, October 16, 2020, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.  All CDC recommendations must be followed with Masks and social distancing.

The Rite of Committal will be on Saturday, at 11 am, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

HUDSON FALLS – Margaret Rose Murray passed away at her home in Hudson Falls.

Born in Trim, County Meath Ireland, the second of eight children, to Molly and Theodore McKenna, Margaret emigrated to New York in 1956.

Margaret married Mike Murray on October 19, 1957 and together they had five children, Ann Marie Murray Pousatis (Demetrios), Kathleen Murray Mallon (John), Michael Murray (Sharon), Brian Murray (Theresa) and Angela Murray-Gregory (Charlie).   Margaret has 11 grandchildren: Brendan Murray (Allison), Sheelagh Pousatis (Jason), Kathleen Leitch (Chris), Conor Mallon, Alannah Pousatis (Brett), Seamus Murray (Janelle), Mairead Murray, Rory Murray (Ashley), Liam Mallon, Diarmuid Gregory, Aidan Gregory, and is great grandmother to James Murray. She loved taking care of them, celebrating holidays, baptisms, first communions, confirmations, weddings, graduations with them and enjoyed everyday moments with her family.  She will be missed by her surviving siblings Teddy McKenna, Mike McKenna, Ivan McKenna, Ann Sandford, Theo McKenna, and Larry McKenna, her many nieces and nephews, her neighbors, and her numerous friends.  She was predeceased by her sister Miriam Stack.

Margaret and Mike were owners of the local ice cream shop in Hudson Falls, Creamy Delights, for 20 years where Margaret mentored many high school and college students who worked for them.   She loved them all and kept up with them, celebrating their life successes.  Margaret loved talking to everyone, even if it meant the line got a bit long at Creamy Delights. 

She especially enjoyed telling stories of Ireland.  Margaret enjoyed writing and was excited when one of her short stories, “Light a Penny Candle” was published.  She also wrote a play, “The Wake” that was performed by local theatre companies.

A lifetime member of St. Mary’s Church, Margaret’s name was well known at the church and school, especially while her children were young, serving as a religious education teacher and on other parish ministries.

Friends may call Thursday, October 15, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls.

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated with Margaret’s immediate at St Mary’s/ St. Paul’s Church in Hudson Falls.

In lieu of flowers we ask that donations be made in Margaret’s memory to Open Door Missions, 226 Warren St, Glens Falls, New York 12801 or Catholic Charities, 35 Broad St., Glens Falls, New York 12801.

BALLSTON SPA – Margaret Havens, 79, of Ballston Spa, died peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2020, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 13, 1941, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Michael C. and Elizabeth (France) Fitzgerald.

Margaret spent twenty two years in the nursing field at Fort Hudson Nursing Home.

She married James E. Havens on June 11, 1966.  They were married for 29 years before he passed away on May 4, 1995.

Besides her parents and husband, James, she was predeceased by one brother, David Fitzgerald, her two grandchildren, James A. Havens and Lincoln R. Fraiser and her great granddaughter, Hope Webster.

Margaret is survived by her three daughters, Christine and her husband, Gary Primeau, Catherine and her husband, Leonard Bradway, Colleen and her husband, Michael Jankowski; several grandchildren; and several great grandchildren; her brother, Michael J. Fitzgerald; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

The Rite of Committal will be 11 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2020, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

We would like to thank the staff at Saratoga Hospital in the ICCU Unit and the staff at floor A3 for everything they did to help our mother.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Margaret’s name can be sent to the ICCU Department or Floor A3 at the Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

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

QUEENSBURY – Barbara Crotty passed away Sunday, October 11th 2020, at home surrounded by her family. 

Born in Glens Falls on October 15,1931, to Abraham (George) and Egia Jacobs at the Jacobs family compound on 283 Warren Street, she was one of eight children.

Barb graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1950 and went on to work at Glens Falls Insurance Company.  She met her husband Allen Crotty in 1957 and they were married on February 2, 1958, prior to Allen leaving for service in the United States Army in Augsburg, Germany on Feb. 11.

She loved her big, close-knit Syrian family and has many fond memories of her time growing up in Glens Falls as an “East Ender”. Barb was always a connector of people. Barb forged and maintained many great friendships over her lifetime and had a knack for remembering everyone; even if she hadn’t seen someone in decades. Barb was a second mom to many of her son’s friends over the years and enjoyed seeing them and hearing about what they were up to. Barb also enjoyed her friendships, bingo, and card games at the Westbrook Apartments.

She was a loving wife, mother and Tita. As a Mom, Barb never failed to be the most supportive mother a kid could ever ask for. She was so proud of her grandchildren Keighan, Cole, Emily and Katie. Her “granddogs” Landon and Max gave her great joy and laughter. She enjoyed caring for and spending time with her family. Barb enjoyed her grandchildren whether it be as a vocal cheerleader at soccer and lacrosse games or cross country meets, in addition to, sitting through many plays and chorus concerts. Her love of cooking and sharing her Syrian food was one of her biggest joys in life.

Barb’s faith was very important to her as she was a lifelong member of the Saint George Orthodox Church, where she was a long-time, active, member of the Ladies Auxiliary.

Barbara was predeceased by her parents Abraham and Egia Jacobs, a newborn daughter Marlene Egia Crotty, her sisters Mary Johns, Martha Walsh, Helen Parker, Victoria Delaware, and one brother, George (Jake) Jacobs and their spouses.

Barb is survived by her husband of 62 years Allen; two sons,  Peter (Kelly) and Jeffery (Patti); her four beloved grandchildren, Keighan and Cole (Pete and Kelly) and Emily and Katie (Jeffrey and Patti); as well as, her sisters Anna Cottrell and Beatrice Salem; many special nieces and nephews, and her dear friend Debbie Hughes.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a private Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. George Orthodox Church.

The Rite of Committal will follow at Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.

Special thank you to High Peaks Hospice, Dr. Joseph Mihindu, Dr. Suzanne Blood, Mary Stein and the staff at Hudson Headwaters, and the nurses and staff of Warren County for their help and care.

In lieu of flowers a donation may be made in Barb’s memory to High Peaks Hospice 454 Glen St. Glens Falls, NY 12804 or St. George’s Orthodox Church 55 Main St. South Glens Falls, NY 12803.

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

HUDSON FALLS – Sondra (Sandy) L. Michaud, 80, of Hudson Falls passed away peacefully on October 11, 2020, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born to Leon and Louise (Nailor) Deyette on July 31, 1940 and was the seventh of fourteen children.

Sondra graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1958 and began working soon after.   Hard work, strength, resilience and perseverance all came naturally to her and it would be wrong to say that she lost her battle with kidney disease, as she never stopped fighting.  

In 1971 she married, and blended families with her beloved husband Joseph, who was always by her side.   In their 48 years together, they owned and operated the Old Homestead Bar and Restaurant and the Rt. 4 Car Wash, both in Hudson Falls.  In addition to their businesses,  she was a licensed real estate agent, took many courses at SUNY Adirondack and was active within her local community. 

Her biggest accomplishments, however, came in the pride she felt for her children and all of their successes.  She hoped to give them fond memories of the time spent around her and valued the summer barbecues, bocce ball games, and cooking for the people she loved.  Her pies especially, were always plentiful and delicious.

 In addition to her parents, Sondra was predeceased by numerous brothers and sisters; her daughter, Christine Copeland; her son-in-law, Cesar Sanchez and her grandson, Austin Lutz.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Joseph Michaud; her two sisters, Darlene Davis and Candy (Maurice) St. Marie; her children, Paul (Linda) Michaud of Hudson Falls, Tim Copeland of Newark, Ohio, Belinda (Steve) Sundberg of Queensbury, Patricia Michaud of Pittsburgh, Pa, Colleen (Doug) Smith of Leesburg, VA and Susan Sanchez of Hudson Falls; ten grandchildren; Katie (Matt) Authier and their children, Reagan and Drew ; Tim (Becky) Copeland III and their children, Kinsley and Ashlyn ; Carolyn Sundberg, Bobby (Megan) Copeland Tylor Michaud, Jordan Lutz, Jada Smith, Dakota Smith, Mia Sanchez and Ava Sanchez, numerous cousins and 63 nieces and nephews.

At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours however a memorial mass will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad or a charity of one’s choice.

The family would also like to thank Dr. Filion and his staff for their ongoing care of Sondra for over twenty years.

GLENS FALLS – Matthew James Austin, 36, of Glens Falls, passed away October 5, 2020.

Born June 21, 1982 in Glens Falls, he was the son of Richard and Linda (Viele) Austin of Hartford.

He attended Hartford Central School but left prior to graduation.  Matthew later obtained his GED and was interested in pursuing a career in landscaping and design.

Matthew had a love of animals and the environment.  His favorite pastime was long walks in the wood and playing with his dogs.  He was an avid reader and enjoyed puzzles and trivia games.  Matthew had a very caring nature and although he struggled with drug and alcohol abuse for many years, he always gravitated to support people who were troubled by those same addictions or to just to be there for a friend in need.

Besides his parents, Matthew was survived by his two brothers and their families, Andrew Austin of Hartford and Jason Austin of Mandeville, LA; as well as multiple aunts, uncles and cousins.

A graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, October 16, 2020 at Morningside Cemetery in the town of Hartford.

Memorial donations in memory of Matthew may be made to Center for Recovery, 101 Ridge St, Glens Falls, New York 12801 or Behavioral Health Unit at Glens Falls Hospital, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, New York 12801.

HUDSON FALLS – Louise Rachel Binns, 93, passed away peacefully, October 7, 2020, at her home with family by her side.

Louise was born February 14, 1927 in Boston, MA to the late Paul and Adele (Pascal) Arnstein.

Music always played a big role in her life.  Louise began playing piano while in elementary school.  In the eighth grade, her father brought home a violin and she immediately fell in love with the sound.  She enrolled as a scholarship student at the Boston Music School and played in the orchestra.  She also played in the Boston City Orchestra and with the Quincy Youth Orchestra.  She went on after high school taking courses at Boston Music School and playing first violin with the Boston Conservatory Orchestra.

On June 12, 1949, Louise married Sheldon Binns.  They shared 66 years of marriage together until his passing on September 12, 2015.

After two years each in Washburn, ME and Norwalk, CT, Sheldon and Louise relocated to the Glens Falls area, eventually settling down in Hudson Falls.  Upon arrival they joined Temple Beth El and Louise joined Temple Beth El Sisterhood.  She organized the Judaica Shop and served as its chairperson for many years.  She also served two terms as the Sisterhood president. She ran the Judaica shop for several years at Temple and kept it well stocked.   Louise also taught comparative religion in the Temple Religious School for over 20 years.  For many years, Louise and her husband were volunteer ushers at the Lake George Opera Festival. She had many dedicated years playing violin in the Music Company Orchestra.  She enjoyed attending many orchestra concerts with family and friends at Tanglewood and SPAC.  She also enjoyed baking cakes.  She baked several types of cakes from weddings and anniversaries to birthdays and Bar/Bat Mitzvahs.  This became a hobby well supported by the locals.  

Additionally, her passion was teaching music.  She taught string instruments and piano to help out with lessons where her husband Sheldon was the music director at the Hartford Central School.  After Sheldon retired and the Hartford Community Band was established she played violin (the oboe part) for over 25 years.

Besides her parents, Louise was predeceased by her son, Ronald, and her brother, Martin Arnstein.

Louise is survived by her two children, Larry Binns (Janine) of San Diego, CA.  and Sandy Gutman (Alan) of Endicott, NY;  her four grandchildren, Steven and Aaron Binns both from Tampa, FL, Seth Gutman of Endicott, NY, and Cruz Binns of San Diego, CA; three great grandchildren, Matthew Binns of Tampa, FL, Rachel and Olivia Binns of Thayne, WY; her brother, Saul Arnstein (Laura) of Lake Winnipesaukee, NH; her sister-n-law Murvet Arnstein, of Scottsdale, AZ as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Burial will be private at the Temple Beth El Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

For information regarding Shiva, please contact Katie at Temple Beth El, (518) 792-4364 or office@glensfallstemple.com

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Temple Beth El, 3 Marion Ave., Glens Falls, New York 12801

HUDSON FALLS – Robert Henry Pratt, 78, went into the arms of his father, mother and grandparents, Arthur and Matilda Kreppein, on Sunday, October 4, 2020.

Born on November 27, 1941 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Henry and Hildagard (Kreppein) Pratt.

Robert graduated from Hudson Falls High School, where he excelled in sports.  During his high school years, he was the number one quarterback on the football team.  He enjoyed his football, baseball and basketball. 

Robert was a wonderful son, brother, uncle and great uncle.  He looked forward to seeing Lucas and Riley, who would often visit him. Robert had such a smile on his face, every time they came to visit and give him a big hug.

Besides his parents, Henry and Hilda (Kreppein) Pratt,  he was predeceased by his sisters, Diane Salmon and her husband, Charles, Barbara Kilmartin and his brother, Larry and his wife, Deborah (St. Andrew) Pratt.

Survivors included his brother, David Pratt and his wife, Theresa; his sisters, Theresa Ibbotson and her husband, Craig, Martha Pratt, Kay Fischer and her fiancé, Lawrence Blackman and Susan Pecue; his brothers in law, Richard Kilmartin and Michael Pecue; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Grand at Barnwell Rehab Center for the compassion and wonderful care given to Robert during his stay.

Burial at Union Cemetery will be private at a later date.

Robert’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 505, Albany, NY  12205                     or the William Syndrome Association, 570 Kirts Blvd, Suite 223, Troy, MI  48084-4153.

GLENS FALLS – Patricia Anne Denton, 79, passed away on Monday, September 28th, 2020, at Glens Falls Hospital after an extended illness.

She was the daughter of Percival Denton, Sr. and Anna (Chamberlain) Denton. Patty’s mother died at an early age and it was fortunate that her father met and remarried to a lovely lady, Florence (O’Dell) Denton.

Born February 15, 1941, in Glens Falls, Patty grew up in Katskill Bay and attended Lake George Schools. She later lived in Queensbury for many years and finally Glens Falls.

Patty was dearly loved by her brother and sisters. Although she never married or had children of her own, there are multiple generations of nieces and nephews who adored her. She was unique in that each and every one of them thought of her as an immediate family member. A birthday, picnic, holiday or wedding was not complete if “Aunt Pat” was not present. Patty was a confidant to many and when asked, would offer an honest opinion. She never liked the spotlight, Patty was known to be extremely camera shy and loved her coffee, cigarettes and an occasional adult beverage. Patty was a Dallas Cowboys football fan, enjoyed classic country music and loved to play cards with family and friends. She was not only “Aunt Pat” to family members, but to all the children that she cared for and loved over the years.

Patty was preceded in death by her mother, father, stepmother, brother, Percival Denton Jr., and sisters, Gloria Jenkins and Elizabeth Bardin;  Patty was also predeceased by sister in-law, Marjorie Denton, and brothers-in-law, Thomas Jenkins, Erwin Bardin and Ralph Been.

She is survived by her sisters, Winnie Been and Christina Sweet, both of Glens Falls. Additionally, she is survived by numerous nieces and nephews from the Denton, Jenkins, Bardin, Been and Sweet families.

The last thing she said to her sister, Winnie was, “You are going to miss me.” Truer words could not have been said.

Calling hours were on Monday, October 5, 2020, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral services followed the calling hours, at 1 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

The Rite of Committal was at Seeley Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

It is with heavy hearts; we are announcing the passing of our beloved Alfred (Bunum) Brunelle. He has moved on to the peaceful waters that are plentiful with fish.

Alfred (Bunum) Brunelle, 72, of Ft. Edward, passed away September 30, 2020, after a battle with cancer with his loving family and his companion, Tina Rivers by his side.

He was born in Glens Falls on March 3, 1948, the son of Alfred F and Anna M. Brunelle.

Al and his wife Kim raised her grandson, Demetrick Rawlins and he continued raising him after her passing. Some of his favorite times was with his grandson, Caleb Rivers who called him Poppa Al. His passion was the great outdoors where he enjoyed hunting and fishing. When he wasn’t there, he was doing various jobs. Some which included The Remington Grill, Simiones Bakery, Kubricky Construction, Finch Pruyn and various handyman jobs both indoors and out to list a few.

He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

Al always had a good come back and a great sense of humor right to the end! He could be quite entertaining no matter the situation.

He was predeceased by his wife Kim (Taft) Brunelle, his parents Alfred F and Anna Brunelle, his three brothers, Carter (Joe) Johnson, Clifford Brunelle and John Brunelle, one sister, Mary (Brunelle) Potts.

Left to cherish his memories are his 2 daughters, Sarah Brunelle of Pawling and Irene Gulker of Decatur, Indiana; three step sons, Mark Rawlins, Justin Rawlins and Jeremy Rawlins (deceased); his four brothers, William Brunelle and his wife, Bonnie of Hudson Falls, Timothy Brunelle and his wife, Kim of Gansevoort, Robert Brunelle and his wife, Lisa of Warrensburg and Edward Brunelle and his wife, Cindy of Hartford; his five sisters, Rita Miner and her husband, Dennis of Queensbury, Lynn Wall of Gansevoort, Dorothy Wood and her husband, Dusty of Queensbury, Theresa Troy and her husband, Mike of Hudson Falls and Florida and Pamela Passino and her husband, Carl of South Glens Falls; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Calling hours will be at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls, from 4 to 6 pm. on Monday, Oct. 5, 2020.

Burial will be at the South Argyle Cemetery- Lohret Rd. Greenwich, NY 12834 at 1pm on Tuesday October 6, 2020. The Rev. Nancy L. Goff will be officiating the graveside services.

Pall Bearers will be his 4 brothers: Edward Brunelle, Bob Brunelle, Tim Brunelle & Bill Brunelle.

A Celebration of Life will be held shortly after at the home of Tim & Kim Brunelle, 421 Puritan Rd. Gansevoort, NY 12831

We want to send a special thank you to the staff at the Glens Falls Hospital, C.R. Wood Cancer Center T2 crew for the caring attention that was provided to Alfred during his final battle with cancer. Their love and concern is deeply appreciated. Al made a lot of friends with the staff both times that he was a patient there. Thank you as well to the Hospice Team that attended to Al at the end of his final journey at Glens Falls Hospital.

Please send any donations to The C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls NY 12801.

HUDSON FALLS – Ronald C. Underwood, 70, of Hudson Falls, passed away on September 24, 2020 at Albany Medical Center.

Born September 24, 1950 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Clarence and Nellie (Alexander) Underwood.

Ron was a 1969 graduate of Hudson Falls.

He worked at various hardware stores throughout the area, J. E. Sawyer in Glens Falls and Bruening Bearing in Queensbury.  Ron enjoyed his work there, sometimes bringing his children along to help.  He was an avid hunter in his younger years and enjoyed watching NASCAR and old western movies. Every year he would look forward to his vacation to York Beach, Maine.  Many fond memories were made visiting his Aunt Pepe in Maine.  Anyone who knew Ron, knew of his passion for fireworks.  Every 4th of July you could count on Ron and his brothers fireworks show, where they entertained many family and friends.  Although Ron didn’t always share his feelings, his love for his family, especially his love for his grandchildren and great grandchildren was apparent. 

Besides his parents, Ron was predeceased by his sister, Susan Andrews.

Survivors include his forever love, Diane Underwood of Hudson Falls; his children, Randy Underwood and his fiancé, Laurie, Chad Underwood, Amy Underwood and her fiancé, Doug Mattison, Jr. and Meghan Underwood, all of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Jakob, Brianna, Cameron, Isabella, Mason, Alivia and A.J.; his great grandchildren, Marisella and Paige; his brother, Alec Underwood and his wife, Julianne of Hudson Falls; his brother in law, Stephen Andrews of Warrensburg as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Expressions of sympathy may take form of a donation, in loving memory of Ron to the American Diabetes Association, 5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 505, Albany, NY  12205.

Friends may call Monday, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls. 

A funeral service will be conducted Tuesday, 11 a.m., at the funeral home with Pastor Steve Andrews, officiating.

Burial will follow the funeral service at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

GLENS FALLS – Kathleen A. O’Donnell, 70, passed away on September 22, 2020, at the Glens Falls Center.

Kathleen was born a twin on December 11, 1949 in Glens Falls, New York, the daughter of the late James J. O’Donnell and Anna Mae Corrigan O’Donnell.

Kathleen was a loving daughter, and sister to four siblings. Kathleen graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Glens Falls, attended State University of New York at Brockport and Adirondack Community College, where she received nursing degrees in 1970 and 1973. Kathleen practiced nursing at Glens Falls Hospital for 30 years, a job which she loved. Kathleen also used her caring skills as a nurse to help many of her family and friends during several illnesses.

Kathleen was a devout Catholic, taking many classes in Bible Studies and Scripture in her Church. She was an active member of the Rosary Altar Society, Counter, Eucharistic Minister, took Communion to nursing home residents and other ill friends and strived to make daily morning mass. She would drive to Hudson Falls every day, and pick up her good friend, Kay. They would go swimming at the YMCA, then to mass, then out to breakfast.

She loved her dogs, Rogue and Sitka, and some of her favorite pastimes included playing her guitar, painting and drawing, riding horses in her younger years, playing miniature golf, and spending time with family, especially her great niece and nephews, who affectionately referred to her as “Aunt Fafe”.  Another favorite of hers was playing “Santa” for the nieces and nephews at our annual family Christmas parties. Every year, Kathleen looked forward to the Balloon Festival and collected Balloon pins from each year. She was very well liked and had a big heart. Once anyone got to know her, they liked her instantly for her kind demeanor and great sense of humor.

Kathleen was grateful for all her sisters who assisted her as she became more and more immobile due to Multiple Sclerosis.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her oldest sister, Patricia O’Donnell Bowyer and her husband, James, an older brother, Thomas J. O’Donnell and her brother in law, Dr. Norman A. Enhorning.

She is survived by her older sister, Mary (O’Donnell) Enhorning; her twin, Katherine (O’Donnell) Frederick and her husband, Warren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Her family is very thankful to the staff at The Glens Falls Center, Glens Falls Hospital and the Glens Falls Dialysis Center for their comforting care during her last days.  Also, a special thanks to her landlord, Dan, who was very helpful, going above and beyond throughout the years to make her life easier. 

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

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at St. Michael The Archangel Church, 80 Saratoga Avenue in South Glens Falls, with Rev. Tony Childs, officiating.

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

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, 11 Wall St, Hudson Falls or the SPCA, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804.