HUDSON FALLS – Douglas Newcomb, 90, passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 18, 2015, after a brief illness, at Glens Falls Hospital.
Born January 23, 1925, he was the son of the late Herman G. and Susan (Ventner) Newcomb.
Doug graduated from Glens Falls High School, class of 1942. He then served in the United States Marine Corp. and saw action in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged in November of 1945.
On October 10, 1945, he married his high school sweetheart, Janice Hamilton. They shared almost 70 wonderful years together.
Doug was a member of the Oneida Community Church.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Joyce Elder, his brother, Donald Newcomb and his daughter, Carol Sutton.
Survivors include his wife, Janice Newcomb; his daughter, Sandra Harrington and her husband, Stanley; his granddaughter, Jennifer Paradis; his grandson, Michael Paradis and his wife Megan; his granddaughter, Nicole Salone and her husband, Josh; his son in law, George Sutton; his sister, Thelma Newcomb; as well as several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
As per Doug’s request, there will be no calling hours.
Friends may join the family in a Celebration Ceremony of his life on Wednesday, at 7 p.m., at the Oneida Community Church, located at Ridge Road and Sunnyside Road in Queensbury with the Reverend David McCane, pastor, officiating.
Memorial donations in Doug’s memory may be made to the Oneida Community Church, 197 Sunnyside Rd., Queensbury, NY 12804.
Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street, in Hudson Falls
Dear Janice,
Don’t know if you remember me or not. I worked for you taking care of Pearl years ago. I happened to come across the obituary on-line as I live near Buffalo now, So sorry for the loss of your husband. God’s blessings to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maryanne Genier Novack
Dear Janice and family,
Merlin called to let us know about Doug’s passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May cherished memories, the comfort of family and the sympathy of friends help to console you and your family in this time of sorrow. With our deepest sympathy,
Forbes and Marlene Keating and family
Sandy, Jenny & family, I am so sorry to hear of your father/grandfathers passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Janet
Dear Janice,
Mom and I just found out about Doug. She wanted me to write and tell you how sorry we were to get the news. Mom has such fond memories of you and Doug and some of the adventures you had together. Mom is now living in an assisted living community near me in Buffalo. Mom and Dad moved here in August of 2010 to be near me and my family. My dad passed away about 10 days after they settled here. Mom lived with us for 2 and 1/2 years. She then moved to assisted living and is doing well. Hope you are well. Mom thinks often about the special people in her life. It is good to know that you were a special one to her. Take care of yourself and take comfort in all the precious memories that you and Doug had together.
Love, Marcia Fogelsonger and Elinor Pingrey