QUEENSBURY – David “UNK” Plude, 71, of Queensbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and friends, on Thursday, March 30, 2017.
Born on March 12, 1946, in Buffalo, he was the son of the Late Guyle and Evelyn Jane (Gandrow) Plude.
David was employed by Native Textiles in Glens Falls for over 35 years.
He enjoyed camping, cards, sports, fishing. He was an avid Yankee and Giants fans. Most of all he enjoyed riding his three-wheeled bicycle, and stopping to visit friends. He was a likeable soul who always wanted to make people laugh.
In addition to his parents, David was predeceased by his three brothers, Guyle Plude, Frances Plude, and Albert Plude; his sisters, Joan Pond, and Carol Hurley.
Survivors include, his two brothers, Richard Plude and his wife, Fran of Whitehall, John Plude and his wife, Carol of Queensbury; his sisters, Linda Eggleston and her husband, Jack of Dresdon, Bonnie Plude and her companion, Robert Anderson of Hudson Falls; several beloved nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, and great grand nieces and nephews; and his many friends, who he thought of as family. He is also survived by his baby boy, Jester the Cat.
Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Prayers will immediately follow calling hours at 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Donations in David’s name may be made out to High Peaks Hospice, 79 Glenwood Ave, Queensbury, NY, 12804, or a charity of one’s choice.
My condolences to entire family . I will miss seeing him on his bike at Stewart’s having coffee.He knew my dad George. He was a nice man who will be missed .
Thank you very much Rebecca….so sweet!
We send our sincere condolences to the entire Plude family. Dave was such a special person and will be missed by so many people. Wish we could be there with you. Sending prayers to help you all get through this time.
RIP Uncle David, I am going too miss our little get togethers at Setwarts. Love you muches!!!!
Sending you all much love! UNK will always live in our hearts and memories. I know you are at peace and you will be dearly missed by all who knew you. Thank you for all of the memories and love you have given. RIP UNK ❤ until we meet again.
Loved this guy. He would often stop me on my rounds as a mailman and chat about the weather, where he was headed next etc. I’d see him all over on my route. I will miss our passing chats . my condolences are offered as well to all.
We would like to express are deepest sympathy to all of you !! We are so very sorry for your loss and would be happy to help in any way we can throughout the grieving process. We hope with each new day will also come a little less pain. Please know you are in our hearts and prayers. RIP UNK!!!!
Love Always!!!!!
The LaTours
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My sincerest condolences to all my cousins, Uncles and Aunts. I am so sorry for your loss. It was always a great pleasure for me to get to see David, he was so much fun to be around. He always treated me as someone special when I was a youngster growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with y’all.
We are sorry for your loss,and you have are sincerest condolences.Will miss seeing him on that bike,and hearing that laugh .He was a good man loved his family.Uncle keep peddling and watching your NY Yankees and Giants God bless