HUDSON FALLS – Lisa E. VanNess entered peacefully into rest and was received into the arms of our Heavenly Father on Tuesday morning, November 29, 2022. She was 58.
Born on September 25, 1964 in Glens Falls, she was a life-long area resident and one of 16 children raised by her parents, Margaret (Winters) VanNess and the late Leo C. VanNess.
Lisa was educated through the Prospect Child and Family Center as well as WSWHE BOCES. She participated in many day programs and activities through CWI and Saratoga Bridges. She was a poster child for the Cerebral Palsy Association of New York and was always a strong advocate for people with disabilities.
Lisa had a huge personality and enjoyed working at the Adirondack Welcome Center on the Northway as a greeter for visitors. She lived her life to the fullest, taking in many adventures including horseback riding and taking a helicopter ride. Lisa loved adventure and liked to dance, listening to music and go to concerts. An artist at heart, she was very proud to have some of her artwork displayed at the Hyde Museum in Glens Falls.
In addition to her father, Lisa is predeceased by a sister, Sharon Jenkins; and two brothers, Leo and Kenneth VanNess.
She is survived by her mother, Margaret VanNess of Hudson Falls; her brothers and sisters, Margaret Quirk (Richard) of Hartford,, Edward “Butch” VanNess (Stella) of Arizona, Linda Dugan of Ballston Spa, Janet LaFay (Ken) of Hudson Falls, Virginia Whiting (Fred) of Gansevoort, Arthur VanNess (Diana) of Hartford, Gary Jenkins of Hudson Falls, James VanNess (Judy) of Hudson Falls, Gail Wittmer (Barbara) of Buffalo, Tina VanNess of Hudson Falls, Laurie Havens (Mark) of Argyle, Steven VanNess (Lisa) of Fort Edward, Thomas VanNess of Fort Edward, Timothy VanNess of Hudson Falls, and Bill Barber or Hudson Falls; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; and a host of extended family and friends.
Friends are invited to call from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday, December 3, 2022 at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. A graveside service will follow at Moss Street Cemetery in the town of Kingsbury.
A gathering will follow the services at Dix Avenue Diner for those who would like to attend.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Lisa’s loving family at her home on Church Avenue in Ballston Spa. The care she received was second to none.
Memorial donations may be made in her name to Prospect Child and Family Center, 133 Aviation Road, Queensbury, NY 12804.
my sincere condolences , thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
Thank you. Lisa was our special sister. She made us all better just by being herself.
I am so very sorry to read of Lisa’s passing. Many years ago I had the pleasure of working with Lisa in OT while she was at Dix Ave in Hudson Falls. She had a smile that would light up the room. She was a pleasure to work with. I have many fond memories of her. May she rest in peace.
Thank you. Her smile will live on in our hearts.
Sincere condolences on your loss. I was lucky enough to get to know Lisa when at CWI. She was a beautiful person and I’ll cherish the fun we had together. May your memories comfort you.
Thank you for your kind words. Lisa was amazing.
I was on vacation when I heard about Lisa. I am so sorry. I loved working with her in therapy at CWI. She worked hard to reach her goals and we had lots of fun together. She loved her family and was happy to be a part of it.
Covid interrupted more visits at her new home, but I was happy to be able to run in to her at the Clinic on occasion and had a chance to have a picture taken at our dance party several years ago.