Category Archives: Obituaries

Steven Robert Stark

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SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Steven Robert Stark went home to Jesus on January 20th, 2024, following a sudden cardiac  event and valiant fight to recover. His loving family and friends were by his side and are deeply  saddened by the loss of this great man.

Steven was born to Sherman and Eileen Stark on June 10th, 1964, at Glens Falls Hospital. He  grew up in Hudson Falls and enjoyed a happy and active childhood filled with mischief and  adventure. He had the rare gift of a group of lifelong friends who loved him and remain loyal to  his family. Their shared memories bring such joy and laughter. Steve completed his elementary  education in Hudson Falls where he excelled in athletics; soccer, baseball and particularly  basketball. He led the Tigers to many victories. He shared his passion with his children and  loved coaching them through childhood which included many games of one on one. He was  always up for a catch. Steve was also a loyal fan of March Madness which won’t be the same  without him.

Steven completed his formal education at SUNY Cobleskill as a Business Management major.

 He then headed out to California to find adventure and his soulmate April. They married on July  21st, 1990 and would be celebrating 34 wonderful, messy, and ultimately beautiful years  together this summer.

Steve’s business acumen contributed to his career success managing for several large  corporations. It was his personal qualities of humility, fairness, compassion and work ethic that  made him a great leader. Steven retired from business management and his last position was at  Irving in Fort Edward where he was appreciated for his excellent work, positive attitude and of  course his humor. Steven was happiest on his 4-wheeler at his beloved Weller Mountain,  marveling at God’s creations and sometimes getting stuck! He loved a good cigar and game of  cards with his best buddies “the brain trust”.  Steve was an animal lover and a friend to every  dog he ever met. His girl Lois will miss her trips to the dog park. Lastly, Steve loved his brothers  and sisters in Christ at Gateway, led by his good friend and pastor Wade Petteys.

Left to mourn his passing and rejoice in his salvation are his beloved wife, April and their children,  Mallory Stark and Gabriel Stark. He was such a proud father; He also leaves behind his sweet  grandson, Beau DePalo, to whom he was the very best “Pop-pop”; his brother, Clifford (Cindy)  Stark; sisters, Brenda (Gerry) Stark and Sharon (Kris) Whalley; aunt, Joan Hogan and many cousins; Steven took great pride in and loved his nieces and nephews who have shared stories  of uncle Steven and his impact on their lives.

Calling hours will be held Monday January 29th, from 4-7 PM at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY.

A celebration of life will take place at Gateway Church of Upstate  NY at 1PM on Tuesday, January 30th, 97 Hamilton Ave, Corinth, NY. Friends may view the  service live using the following link:  www.GatewayLive.org/steve

Memorial contributions may be made to the Gateway church benevolence fund, NY SPCA or  the charity of one’s choice.

Steven was an organ and tissue donor and the family encourages all  to consider the “Gift of Life”. The family wishes to thank our dear friend Glynn Fish and all  others involved in rescue efforts, as well as the angels of T-5 ICU and T-2 at Glens Falls  hospital, Trish and the team at the Center for Donation and Transplant,  the palliative care team  at GFH especially Dr. Kamal whose compassion and kindness have helped our family so very  much.

 Love one another as I have loved you – John 13:34

Wally Petty

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FORT EDWARD – Wally Petty, 94 of Fort Edward, passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at Slate Valley Healthcare Facility.

Born July 11, 1929, in Rutland Vermont, he was the son of the late Curtis and Helen (Hatch) Petty.

Following high school, Wally enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1946-1950.

Wally married the love of his life Doris Nelson on November 3, 1950, in Cambridge.

He was employed by Decora Paper Mill for several years and then went to work for Stewart’s on Ridge Street where he was a store manager.

Wally loved gardening and maintaining his lawn. He also loved taking care of his neighbors’ driveways with his tractor. He enjoyed taking trips to Lancaster, PA. Wally’s family was the center of his life, and he enjoyed spending time with them. He always looked forward to family reunions.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his wife Doris (Nelson) Petty; his brothers Lester, Earl, Phil, and Neil; and his sister, Janice Robertson.

Wally is survived by his daughters Dorothy Beecher (Ed) of Glens Falls and Margaret Doyle (Richard) of Hudson Falls; his grandchildren, Todd Beecher (Jenn), Eric Beecher (fiancé Lauren Ashley), Angela Hogan (Joe), Matthew Doyle (wife Bridget); his great grandchildren, Dalton (fiancé Alexandra), and Jack and Alexandra Hogan; his brothers and sisters Tom (Laura)Petty, Wayne Petty, Carol Yanke-Nason, and Nancy Cary. Wally is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Calling hours will be held on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls from 1 pm to 3 pm.

A Funeral service will be held at 3pm following calling hours.

Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in the spring.

Donations in Wally’s name may be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, 75 Schuyler St., Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Catherine “Cathy” White

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Queensbury – Catherine “Cathy” White, 80, of Queensbury, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on August 25, 1943, in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of the late James Francis and Mary Lavinia (Kindred) Hanley.

Cathy married Theodore W. White on December 29, 1964. Together they shared 51 years together, before he passed away on October 18, 2016.

She retired from government service with her husband in 2003.

Cathy enjoyed flower gardening, taking meticulous care of her lawn and crocheting.  She also loved a good mystery, feeding the squirrels and the opportunity she had with her career to travel and live throughout the world with her family.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her three sisters, Mary Margaret, Elizabeth ‘Betty” and Rose.

She is survived by her children, Cathleen Burns and her husband, Tim of South Glens Falls, Theodore Shawn White and his wife, Beth of San Antonio, TX, Patricia White of Queensbury; her seven grandchildren, Caitlin, Erin, Theodore Connor, Victoria, Alexis, Ethne and Danielle; two great grandchildren,; her two brothers, Daniel Hanley and Edmund Hanley; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and several great-nieces, great-nephews, and great-cousins.

Burial with will be 9 a.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Gerald B. H. Solomon-Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Stillwater.

Donations in Cathy’s memory may be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Doris “Dodie” Hurley

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HUDSON FALLS – Doris “Dodie” Hurley, 87, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024, after a brief illness.  She spent the week before her death surrounded by her loving husband and five children.  

Doris was born in Cambridge the daughter of Grace (Nelson) and Milton Gillis and was predeceased by her sister Irene McClellan and brothers Timmy and Jerry Gillis.  She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Ray Hurley, and children Cindi Hurley (Ken Collier) of Atlanta, GA, Jim Hurley (Sherry) of Bel Air, MD, Janet Cicarelli of Hudson Falls, Vicki (Herm “Del”) DelSignore of Glens Falls, and Valerie (Tom) DelSignore of Glens Falls.  She is also survived by fourteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. 

After graduating from high school, Doris worked for Glens Falls National Bank for five years.  She married Ray Hurley of Granville in 1959, and had five children over the next five years, including two sets of twins.  Once the youngest set of twins entered second grade, she started working for General Electric, and made many dear friends there.  She spent 25 years at GE, retiring when she was 60.  After years of traveling to see friends and relatives in Florida, she and Ray bought a second home there, and split their time between Hudson Falls and Zephyrhills, Florida.

Doris had many talents.  She was an amazing cook and there were always home-made breads, donuts, pies, cakes, cookies and other treats in her home.  She frequently hosted 25 or more relatives for holiday dinners, pulling it off with ease.  While she was cooking, her husband would help with the prep – peeling apples, rolling meatballs, or kneading bread dough.  Her children and their spouses often called her for a favorite recipe, and she finally published these in a binder for all to have.  She was also a skilled crafter knowing how to sew, make quilts, knit, and crochet.  Her daughters had gorgeous dresses and hand-knitted sweaters for elementary school and beautiful outfits for each holiday.  One year she made wool coats with chinchilla collars and a matching muff.  She would often make drapes, pillows, bed-skirts, napkins, table clothes and other home accessories when one of her children would move into their first home.  And all children, grandchildren and great grandchildren have many hand-knitted blankets and hand-stitched quilts that will be cherished for the loving hours she spent making them. 

The family would like to sincerely thank the staff of G Wing at Fort Hudson Nursing Home, especially Donna, RN, Shannon, LCSW, and Nicole, RN, NP for their compassionate care over the last three years.

Family and friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 PM on Tuesday, January 23 at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be held at Carleton on January 24 at 12 noon, immediately followed at 2 p.m. a burial service at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.

Robert J. ‘Rob’ Gadway

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WEST GLENS FALLS – Robert J. “Rob” Gadway, 52, of the “West End”, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 14, 2024.

Born November 7, 1971, he was the son of Marcia (Reynolds) Gadway and the late John J. Gadway.

Rob attended South Glens Falls High School. As an avid drum player, he was a proud member of the band ‘Mind Says Rage’. He also played drums for several other local bands in the area. Rob was a diehard ‘rodie’ of the group Doomsday.

He loved his tattoo’s and found it therapeutic whenever he got a new one. Rob was known as a goofball and was always having fun with his family and friends. He could make anyone laugh. He also enjoyed cooking and trying new recipes for his family to try. Anyone who knew Rob knew how much he loved his rescue animals.

In addition to his father, Rob is predeceased by his brothers, Bryan ‘Bumpy’ Gadway and Jeremy Gadway.

Survivors include is loving mother, Marcia (Reynolds) Gadway; his brother Scott (Michelle) Gadway; his sister Carmen Gadway; his four children, Aries (Mary) Keller, Bren Gadway, Kayleigh (Jared) Gadway, and Gavin Gadway; his two great grandchildren and one on the way; and the mother of his children, Jessica. Rob is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and several close friends.

A Celebration of Rob’s life will be held in the Spring.

Daniel Michael McCullen

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HUDSON FALLS – Daniel Michael McCullen, 80, of Hudson Falls, passed away Tuesday evening, January 16, 2024, at his home. Born on March 7, 1943 in Granville, NY, he was a graduate of Harford Schools and son of the late William and Gertrude (Bushman) McCullen.

When he completed high school, Dan went to work for his father in the slate industry. He then went on to become a corrections officer where he worked for many years at several New York State penitentiaries, eventually retiring from Great Meadow in 1999 as a Captain.

He was a communicant of St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Hudson Falls and a member of the Glens Falls Elks Lodge # 81 in Queensbury. Dan loved to golf and spend time at the Racino in Saratoga Springs. In his later years, he liked woodworking and working with computers. Dan also liked to work on small engines and friends would stop by to have him solve their mechanical issues with their mower or snowblowers.

In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by a daughter, Danielle Campbell; his sisters, June Bartley, and Wilma Fenton: two brothers, Theodore McCullen and Robert McCullen; two half-brothers, Harry John Mulhall and Donald Mulhall; and a half-sister, Jean Danforth.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Carolyn R. McCullen; a son, Scott McCullen (Laurie) of Fort Edward; a daughter, Julianne Underwood (Alec) of Hudson Falls;  a brother, R. Lynn McCullen (Joanne) of Black River, NY; a sister, Sandra Tatko of Middle Granville; eight grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be held at a later date at St. Mary’s/St. Paul’s Church, on the Park in Hudson Falls with Rite of Committal to follow at St. Raphael Cemetery in Poultney, VT.

Memorial donations may be made in his name to the SPCA of Upstate New York, 588 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804.

Angel Alexis “Alex” Agostini

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Angel Alexis “Alex” Agostini, 71, passed away Wednesday,

January 17, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital following a long illness.

Born July 14, 1953, in Guánica, Puerto Rico, Alex was the son of the late Angel Agostini and Carmen Martinez.

Following his graduation from Haaren High School, Alex attended The City College of New York, later enlisting in the United States Air Force where he was a Fire Protection Specialist.

Alex was employed at Great Meadow Correctional Facility in Comstock as a corrections office, serving proudly for 37 years. He retired on February 1, 2021.

In addition to his parents, Alex is predeceased by his brothers Robert Colon and Joe Colon.

Survivors include his loving, life partner of 43 years Joel Nicholson of Saratoga Springs; his brother, Albert (Marylou) Quiñones of Oviedo Florida; his sister, Grisselle Nieves of South Glens Falls; his stepfather, Louis Nieves of South Glens Falls; and several nieces, nephews, and many friends who adored Alex.

Services will be conducted at a later date at Gereld B.H. Solomon National Cemetery.

Bella E. Harrington

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GLENS FALLS – Bella E. Harrington, beloved mother, stepmother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2023, in Hickory, N.C, where she had the blessing of being cared for by her daughter Kellie and family. 

Born April 29,1939, to the late Emile and Charlotte (Patten) Porlier. Bella was the eldest of thirteen.

Bella was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School and grew up in Hudson Falls. She married Leon Richards, and they resided in Argyle where they raised their four children. Bella started her professional career at Freihofer’s’ Baking Company as an office manager. Sometime later she married her second husband Robert Harrington and together they purchased Sully’s East in Glens Falls and started Bella’s Catering and Cakes. Over the next forty years Bella worked hard at taking care of her patrons, catering for many parties and weddings, along with making hundreds of wedding cakes.  

In addition to her parents, Bella was predeceased by her husband Robert Harrington.

She is survived by her children Jeff (Michelle) Richards, Kellie (Butch) Stewart, Mark (Jacquie) Richards, Scott (Nicole) Richards.

Bella was the proud Grandmother of Melinda (Dave) Guyett, Chad (Amanda) Richards, Andrea (Matt) Richards, Elizabeth (Seth) Richards, Rachel Stewart, Megan (Andrew) Stillwagon, Noah and Aaron Richards, Jeanne (Tanner) Richards, Emylou Richards, Makayla Palmer, Jeff Rolleston, Michael (Monica) Rolleston, Matt Rolleston. She was also the proud great grandma to Courtney and Connor Guyett, Kenzie, Mason, and Karlee Richards; Lucas and Gavin Rolleston and three on the way!!!

She is also survived Bob’s four children who she was blessed to have in her life, Terry Mabb, Julie (Dave) Rolleston, Matt (Irene) Rozell, Tammy (Rich) Grimaldi; her twelve siblings, Joe (Mary) Porlier, Art Porlier, Richard (Donna) Porlier, Rosalie Burleston, MaryAnn (George) Sprague, Elaine Porlier, Delia Dwyer, Denise Story, Robert (Diane) Porlier, Janet (Bob) Anderson, Joan Gillingham and John Porlier and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Bella made lots of friends along the way and touched the hearts of many people. 

Calling hours will be held on January 26, 2024, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at 10 a.m. at the Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Road in Queensbury.

Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery on Quaker Rd., in Queensbury.

Memorial donations in Bella’s name may be made to the CR Wood Cancer Center at 100 Park Street Pruyn Pavilion, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or a foundation close to one’s heart.

Diane (Shea) Dubay

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GLENS FALLS – Diane (Shea) Dubay, 90, of Glens Falls, passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at Elderwood in North Creek.

Born on April 26, 1933, in West Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Timothy and Louise (Barber) Shea.

Diane was a 1951 graduate of Glens Falls High School.

On September 11, 1954, she married Duane “Tony” Dubay at St. Alphonsus Church in Glens Falls.  He passed away on November 17, 2012.

In her younger years, she worked for the National Biscuit Company and Clarks Department Store office manager.  Later in life she devoted her time helping to take care of children.

She was a former communicant of St. Alphonsus Church in Glens Falls.  All her life she was an avid reader, who enjoyed historical fiction books, especially about the civil war and Amish books.  Diane also she enjoyed traveling and cross country skiing.

In addition to her husband, Tony, she was predeceased by her son, Kevin Dubay and two brothers, Peter and Thomas Shea.

She is survived by her three daughters, Karen Dubay of PA, Suzanne (Rodney) Beddia of PA and Marianne (Tracey) Baker of Florida; 11 grandchildren, Michael Dubay, Ronald Krodel, Heather McEwen, Joshua Dubay, Adam Beddia, Nicole Fornadel, Gina Primeau, Christina Primeau, Sierra Primeau, Trey Baker and Stacey Baker; several great grandchildren; her four brothers, Michael Shea, Tim Shea, Don Shea and Greg Shea; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

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

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

Dorothy V. Hughes

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HUDSON FALLS – Dorothy V. Hughes, 99, formerly of Liberty Place, left this world on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

Born on November 29, 1924, in Newark, New Jersey, she was the daughter of William E. and Florence (Enright) VanTassel.

Mrs. Hughes was the secretary to Alaxander Miller, former superintendent of schools for the Glens Falls City School District. She then became the Chief Clerk of the New York State Court System, serving Washington County until her retirement in 1991.

She was a member of the Hudson Falls United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school for 17 years. She was also a member of the Hudson Falls branch of the Glens Falls Hospital Guild. Mrs. Hughes was a former member of the Literacy Volunteers in Glens Falls. Her favorite charity work was serving meals at the Cornerstone Church of the Nazarene Soup Kitchen in Hudson Falls.

Mrs. Hughes’ favorite enjoyments were tending to her flower garden and her family and the closeness they shared.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her son, Paul A. Hughes and her brother, William F. VanTassell.

Survivors include her three sons, David D. Hughes of Hudson Falls, Robert E. Hughes of Fort Ann, Mark W. Hughes of Fort Ann; her sister, Irene Homer of Queensbury; ten grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.

Calling hours will be held on Saturday, January 27, 2024, from 2 to 3 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the funeral home.

Burial will take place at Pine View Cemetery in the spring.

The family suggests memorial donations be made to the United Methodist Church, 227 Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839.

Larry G. Gray

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HUDSON FALLS – Larry G. Gray, 82 of Hudson Falls, passed away January 12, 2024, at the Washington Center in Argyle following a brief illness.

Born July 15, 1941, at his family home in Kingsbury, Larry was the son of the late George and Florence (Smith) Gray.

Larry was a graduate of Hudson Falls High School.

Following high school, Larry went right to work. His last job was working as a roofer and driving trucks for Monahan & Loughlin LLC in Hudson Falls.

Larry loved to sit on a bench in Juckett Park working on his search and find puzzles while listening to music. His all-time favorite song was Mustang Sally. He was a great bowler and a was a proud member of the 701 Bowling Club. One of Larry’s favorite hang outs was Broadway Lanes in Fort Edward.

He was a huge fan of local high school basketball teams. At the end of basketball season, some of the teams would sign a card thanking him for being their biggest fan. Larry was a very sentimental man. He saved every thank you card he received from the basketball teams. In addition to the thank you cards, Larry also saved every greeting card, letter or short note his daughter Sara ever gave him.  

In addition to his parents and brothers and sisters, Larry is predeceased by his infant granddaughter, Serenity Elyza Cook.

Larry is survived by his daughter Sara Gray and her fiancé Robert Cook of Glens Falls; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; his good friend Rick Corrigan; and numerous other close friends.

Calling hours will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls.

A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. following calling hours.

Janet Marie Cook

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GLENS FALLS – Janet Marie Cook, 79 of Glens Falls, passed away Tuesday morning, January 16, 2024. Born on January 11, 1945 in Glens Falls, she was a long-time area resident and loving mother, sister, grandmother and friend.

Janet had several jobs over the years but most recently worked in housekeeping at Glens Falls Hospital. She loved to fish and enjoyed playing bingo and card games with her family.

Janet is predeceased by a son, Barry Celeste; as well as four brothers and sisters, Larry and Ralph Cook, Alice Hall, Shirley Sweet, and Joyce Schaff.

She is survived by her son, Gerald Celeste, Jr. “JR”; a daughter, Jessica Knight; sisters, Carol Frances, and Marge LeBrun; her grandchildren, Courtney and Brittney Celeste, Barry Celeste, Jr., Joshua Celeste, Jennica Knight, and Timothy Knight, Jr.

A graveside ceremony will be held in the spring at St. Paul’s Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741.

Dave Rothermel

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HUDSON FALLS – Dave Rothermel, 74, of Hudson Falls and formerly of Lake George, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on September 22, 1949, in Albany, he was the son of the late John J. and Helene (Daggett) Rothermel.

Dave graduated from Lake George High School.  Shortly after graduating, he began his service as a Sea Bee, in the United States Navy in Vietnam.

Following his discharge, he owned J. David Builders and Sons.  He loved his career and made his work his hobby.  He will be remembered as being a hard worker. 

On May 28th, 2004, he married Denise (Sipowicz) at the gazebo on the park in Hudson Falls.

Dave also enjoyed traveling to new places, especially the ocean.  In his down time, he could be found playing a round or two of golf.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Andrea and Russann Rothermel.

He is survived by his wife Denise Rothermel; his children, Jay Rothermel and his wife, Georgia, Christopher and Chrystal “Kit” Rothermel; his grandchildren, John, Mikalya, Christian, Carmella and Brianna Rothermel, Aiden Stewart and Shelby DeCrescente; his five siblings, Christine Tebbutt, Steven, Jolene, Tom, Jamie and Marty Rothermel; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Interment with full military honors will be at a later date at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Stillwater.

Memorials in David’s name may be sent to the charity of your choice.

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