QUEENSBURY – George R. Galusha, 85, of Belle Ave., died in the arms of his grandsons, Matthew and Robert, and surrounded by his wife, and loving family, on Friday, March 24, 2017.
Born on September 26, 1931 in Fort Ann, he was the son of the late George L. and Izora (Paige) Galusha.
George graduated from Fort Edward High School and soon after, enlisted in the US Army. He was a proud veteran having served during the Korean War. During his time in the service, George married Geneva Leppard on October 21, 1952.
He enjoyed his job as Director of Research and Development at Chase Bag Company and made many friends during his lifelong career.
To know George was to love him. He had a great sense of humor that was appreciated by his family and friends. George also loved puttering with his woodworking and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.
Faith was an important part of George’s life. He was a devoted member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, where he served as a deacon and elder.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his infant son, Stephen George Galusha.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Geneva L. Galusha of Queensbury; his children, Lynn M. Galusha Dumas of Hudson Falls, Judy A. Ovitt and her husband, Roger Ovitt, Jr. of Gansevoort and John M. Galusha of Hudson Falls; his 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; his great grandchildren, Dylan, Joseph, Thomas, Robert, Richelle and Derrick Sheerer and Rylee Ovitt; his brothers and sisters; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours and the funeral will be private.
Burial will be in Pine View Cemetery in the town of Queensbury.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Donald Merrihew for his compassion and special care during this difficult time.
The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 666775-8517 or the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
