HUDSON FALLS – Madalyn Nicholson, 93, of Hudson Falls, went to join her husband of 60 years, Charles, her son, Clyde and her daughter, Gail, in their “forever” home in Heaven.
Born on February 23, 1924 to Floyd and Pearl (Myette) Coates.
Madalyn “Madge” met the love of her life, Charles “Chick” Nicholson in their teens. They were married February 28, 1942 and raised four children, Diane, Linda, Clyde and Gail.
During World War II, while Chick was in the service, Madge worked at General Electric Company. Later, as the children got older, she was employed by Dr. Clifford, as a dental assistant and then in the Dix Avenue School cafeteria.
She was an excellent cook, baker and seamstress, as well as having an interest in all kinds of crafts. Madge and Chick became interested in pottery and made several items from the clay on their property. She took many ceramic classes and enjoyed learning new techniques.
Upon retirement, Madge and Chick loved spending their winters in Homosassa, Florida, where they developed many long-lasting friendships, as well as enjoying the sights and activities in the area.
In addition to her parents, Madalyn was predeceased by her sister, Arlene Coates, her husband, Charles, her son, Clyde and her daughter, Gail.
She is survived by her sisters, Jeanne Picatti and Marjorie Coates; her daughters, Diane (Paul) Purner and Linda (Bill) Haessly; her daughter in law, Joan (Clyde) Nicholson; her grandchildren, Michael Purner and his fiancée, Brenda, Peter Purner, Michelle (Jim) Brunelle, Tom (Tracy) Bocchi, Scott (Krystal) Nicholson and Tim (Deb) Nicholson; her great grandchildren, Amanda (Scott) Traylor, Joseph Purner, William Purner, Nikita Purner, Telyn Bocchi, Sarah Bocchi, Matthew Nicholson, Michael Nicholson, Abbie Brunelle, Megan Brunelle, Hannah Nicholson, Grace Johnson, Dereck VanBuren and Alexandra VanBuren; her great, great grandchildren, Zachary Traylor and Karter VanBuren; and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 1,2017, at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.
Funeral Services will follow the calling hour at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at the funeral home.
Burial will follow at Glens Falls Cemetery.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the charity of one’s choice.
Diane and Linda,
My deepest condolences to you and your families. I’m sure I must have met and conversed with your mother way back when you and Gail and Clyde were in school. It looks like she experienced a full life before moving on. Blessings on you.
Love You Gram!
Will always miss the smell of the coffee you made for Gramp in the morning, The smell of the baking or cooking you were doing each and every day.
I don’t miss your “shows” cause that meant Rin Tin Tin or the cartoons were off and we had to go out and play when Timmy and I were there.. hehehe.
I miss you very much and let Gramp, Aunt Gail & Dad we miss them as well ! We Love You !!!