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John M. Galusha

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Galusha john newQUEENSBURY – It is with great sadness that the family of John M. Galusha announce his unexpected passing on Sunday July 2, 2017 at the age of 49.

Born on September 8, 1967, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late George R. and Geneva (Leppard) Galusha.

John was a 1986 graduate of Queensbury High School.

He was a longtime employee of Ray Supply, where he made many friends.

John loved his family and friends and was always looking to make us laugh. He would get on kicks, some of the fondest being his hotdog machine, his homemade bread, homemade pizza and fried food movie night when the kids were younger. He loved music especially old classic rock songs. John had a heart of gold – once emptying his own apartment so his nephew could have furniture –  John would give the shirt off his back to help someone. He was a kind, peaceful and loving person. We all miss him a lot.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Stephen G. Galusha.

John will be lovingly remembered by his son, Joshua M. Galusha of Gansevoort; his sisters, Lynn M. Galusha Dumas of Hudson Falls and Judy A. Ovitt and her husband, Roger Ovitt, Jr. of Gansevoort; his nephews, Matthew B. Dumas, Richard G. Sheerer, and Robert J. Sheerer; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and many lifelong friends.

Friends may call on Friday, July 14, 2017 from 12 to 1:30 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Funeral Services will follow at 1:30 at the funeral home.

Burial will follow at Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.

Memorial Donations may be sent to The Foundation of Alcoholism Research, F.A.R. P.O. Box 31135, Chicago, Ill, 60631.

Geneva L. Galusha

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Galusha, GenevaQUEENSBURY – Geneva L. Galusha, 82, of Belle Ave., went peacefully into the arms of the Lord, on Saturday, May 27, 2017. 

Born on August 7, 1934, in Hudson Falls, she was the daughter of the late John W. and Geneva (LaFarr) Leppard. 

She married George R. Galusha on October 21, 1952, and shared over 64 years together until his passing on March 24, 2017.   

Faith was an important part of Geneva’s life. 

Geneva enjoyed bowling with her husband and sisters, and crocheting.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her infant son, Stephen George Galusha; and several brothers and sisters. 

Survivors include her children, Lynn M. Galusha Dumas of Hudson Falls, Judy A. Ovitt and her husband, Roger Ovitt, Jr. of Gansevoort and John M. Galusha of Queensbury; her grandchildren, Matthew B. Dumas, Richard G. Sheerer, Robert J. Sheerer and his wife, Staycia, Joshua M. Galusha, Amanda E. Ovitt and Roger L. Ovitt, III and his wife, Jessica; her great grandchildren, Dylan, Joseph, Thomas, Robert, Richelle and Derrick Sheerer and Rylee Ovitt; her sisters, Leona Collins, Dorothy Leppard, and Donna Bohlman (Walter); and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by her lifelong best friend, Phyllis Manney. 

A private burial will be in Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury at the convenience of the family. 

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY, 12839, or the American Diabetes Association, 2 Pine West Plaza, Albany, NY 12205. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. located at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Jeanne Marie Wheeler Morris

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MorrisHUDSON FALLS – Jeanne Marie Wheeler Morris, 70, of Hudson Falls, passed away into the arms of the Lord on Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at the Glens Falls Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on September 24, 1945 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Amos Wheeler and the late Lois (Howard) Wheeler.

Jeanne graduated from Glens Falls High School in 1964 and soon after, went to work for Finch Pruyn as a bookkeeper. While working at Finch Pruyn, she met her first husband, Joseph Galusha.
After her children were born, Jeanne stayed home to raise her two girls. When they were older, she returned to the work force, being employed at Mallinckrodt, Kendall Sheriden and finally retiring from CR Bard. Jeanne received many awards in the medical manufacturing field, due to her diligent and dedicated service to her employers.

She loved spending time with her grandson Austin, crafting, knitting and playing dice with her parents. Jeanne enjoyed putting together a good puzzle with family and friends and listening to a funny joke. With her wonderful sense of humor, she could always enjoy the lighter side of life. Jeanne made friends easily and cherished the people who helped her throughout her battle with cancer. During the past two years, Jeanne enjoyed spending time with her friends at her apartment building and sitting out on the back porch visiting, reading and doing puzzles, the Post Star daily Jumble and playing her NY Lotto scratch off tickets. She was an avid NY Yankee fan and also an animal lover.

Survivors include her two daughters, Beth Galusha Clements and her husband, Adam of Queensbury and Deborah Galusha Fryer and her husband, Christopher of Alabama; her grandson, Austin Clements; her eight siblings, Betty Beal and her husband, Tim, Sandra Potter and her husband, Daniel, Kathyl Lyons and her husband, Tom, Gary Wheeler, Howard Wheeler, Lori Eggleston and her companion, Clark Condon, Randy Wheeler and his wife, Barb, and Jeffery Wheeler and his wife, April; her aunt, Beatrice Howard; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours and funeral services will be private.

Burial will be in the spring at Brown Cemetery in the town of Fort Ann.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 102 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.

Jeanne’s family would like to thank the entire Oncology Department, the staff on Tower 2, the ICU and Rehabilitation Facility at the Glens Falls Hospital, for the wonderful care and compassion given to Jeanne and her family.