HUDSON FALLS – Jane Marie (Dullahan) Durkee, 88, of Hudson Falls, New York, passed away on February 2, 2024.
She was born on October 9, 1935, in Glens Falls, New York. Jane was a beloved wife, mother and friend who was cherished by all who knew her. She had a kind and compassionate nature, always going out of her way to help those in need and lending a listening ear to anyone who needed someone to talk to.
Jane is survived by her loving husband, Robert Durkee, her son Kevin Durkee (Kathy), her daughter Melissa Durkee (Brenden O’Hara), her grandsons Kyle Durkee, Ryan Durkee, and Cameron O’Hara, her granddaughter Caitlin O’Hara, her cousin Brian Wilsey (Phyllis), her cousin Marti Hagen (Sam), and her cousin Sharon Creiger and “the sister she never had” Valerie Twiss. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and June Dullahan.
Jane attended Glens Falls High School and went on to graduate college in Providence, Rhode Island. Following graduation, she worked as a medical secretary and briefly as a teacher’s aide in Hudson Falls. Her greatest service was to her family, friends and community. Jane was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. She set a tone of compassion, integrity, loyalty, strength and love for her family. Jane had a passion for community involvement and was a founding member of the Sandy Hill Days Committee in Hudson Falls, New York. For 34 years, was on the board of directors, acted as bazaar chairperson and held the position of secretary. She also supported her local community as an election inspector for over fifty years and through volunteer involvement in countless other activities. Jane was someone who always gave of herself and expected nothing in return. Her dedication and commitment to her family and community were truly admirable.
At Jane’s request, there will be no calling hours. A private memorial service for family and friends will take place at a later date.
The Carleton Funeral Home in Hudson Falls, New York, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
The family would like to thank the nursing, occupational and physical therapy staff at Albany Medical Center and the administrative and clinical staff at the Fort Hudson Rehabilitation Center for their care and support over the past several weeks.
Jane Marie Durkee will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched. Her kindness, generosity, and devotion to her family and community will be remembered and cherished forever.
Memorial donations may be sent to the Alpha 1 Foundation, 3300 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, Florida 33134 or the Fort Hudson Nursing Center, B Wing, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.
