HUDSON FALLS – Natalie Garnsey Guay, 63 of Coleman Avenue, passed away peacefully, after a courageous fight with cancer, on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at home surrounded by her loving family, where she was safe, warm and loved.
Born on December 20, 1958 in Saratoga Springs, she was a life-long area resident and daughter of the late Robert C. and Marjorie E. (Munger) Garnsey.
Natalie grew up in Gansevoort and was involved in the 4 Leaf Clover Girls 4H club in Gansevoort. Natalie was a 1978 graduate of South High. Her love of horses lead her to work for several years at the Saratoga Harness Track as a groom, handling and caring for the horses, which gave her an opportunity to travel the east coast for the harness races every year. Natalie worked for 33 years at Pregis in Glens Falls, but she was most dedicated to her work as a wife, mother, and all-around family matriarch. On June 27, 1987 she married her soul mate, William R. Guay at Pine Knolls Alliance Church in South Glens Falls. The two of them have resided in Hudson Falls together for over 30 years, raising their family and making many friends.
Natalie was a lover of life and cats, having many full life pets over the years. She enjoyed baking and decorating cakes, putting puzzles together and cherished any time with family. Her kind, loving nature was a wonderful example to everyone who crossed her path.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her brothers, Gary, Samuel and Kevin Garnsey.
She is survived by her earthly mother, Shirley A. Guay, 92, of Glens Falls; her husband of almost 35 years, William R. Guay of Hudson Falls; her children, Devon W. Guay of South Glens Falls, Nathan S. Guay of Hudson Falls, Michael J. Guay and his wife, Amanda of Fort Edward, Jonathan A. Guay and his wife, Jessica of Fort Edward, and Jessica L. Percetti of Hudson Falls; her sister, Penny Cummings of Fort Edward; her brothers, Robert Garnsey and his wife, Michelle of Texas, Karry Garnsey and his wife, Elizabeth of Gansevoort and Jeffrey Garnsey and his wife, Gloria of Fort Edward; She was Memere to Allie Morgan, Aidan Michael, Lucas Reid, Annika Rose, Julianna Alexis and Riley Alexander; and a multitude of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 4 pm to 7 pm on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls. Natalie and Bill were one in life and one day, they will be laid to rest together at Pine View Cemetery in Queensbury.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801
You were just a little girl when I went to your house to visit. I was friends with your older brother Bob, and I spent many nights playing cards with your dad and Marge. I remember that smile and your love for life. The world has lost a wonderful person and I am glad I got to know you. RIP, Natalie.
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Natalie was such a sweet person. I worked with her at Pregis for 6 years and went to school with her brother Kevin. My heart goes out to all of you!
We are very, very sad.
My heart goes out to all of you.
Natalie was such a sweet person.
I worked with her for many years at Pregis. May she Rest In Peace. 😢
Bill and family,
Our hearts are full of sadness. Natalie was loving, kind and always full of happiness, which she spread to all those around her.
We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you all.
Tambrie and Tim
Very sorry of Natalie’s passing. I Pray that God can comfort you Bill and all the family at this very tough time. Bill, I am always available if you ever need to talk. 🙏❤️🙏
I remember Natalie with her big beautiful smile. She was always so kind to everyone. So sorry to hear of her pasding
Our hearts go out all.
Nat always had a smile.
Always putting herself out for all.
Worked with for many years.
RIP Nat
So sorrry to hear about Natalie’s passing.Prayers for her family.
Our very caring thoughts and prayers have been with you and your family as you cope with the loss of your soulmate, Natalie. You were blessed to love and share life with this beautiful lady at your side. We truly hope your present sorrow will gradually be replaced by light hearted memories of the happy years you shared together.
Natalie is now at peace with the angels.
Sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Dear Bill and Family:
We were very sorry to hear about Natalie. Know that our prayers are with you all at this time. Take care and God Bless.
Dear Bill and families.
I am so sorry to hear of Natalie ‘s
Passing.. She must have been such an incredible Lady and such an inspiration to you all.
Your loss is great for sure..
In the days ahead may you find comfort in the memories of a life together, as Wife, Mother, and friend to “many”.. Such a caring person to so many.. 😞
The fight for her is over now.
She is at rest with the Lord..
With Deepest Sympathy,
Charlie Tuttle
So sorry to hear of your loss Bill, my brother. Long time since we’ve chatted. May you and your family be comforted by the many good times you all shared together and knowing that Natalie is in a much better place. God bless.
Dear Bill and Family:
We were very sorry to hear about Natalie. Know that our prayers are with you all at this time. Take care and God Bless. Robert and Kevin.
We used to bowl with Marge and Bob. After we would go to the “Milkcan Barn” in Gansevoort. Wonderful family.