Sandy (Colvin) Chainao

Chainao POST STARNORTH CREEK – Sandy (Colvin) Chainao, 69, of North Creek, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at the Glens Falls Hospital.

Born on November 15, 1945, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frances Brower.

For about 25 years, Sandy was the proud owner and operator of the White Pine Restaurant in North Creek, with her long time friend, Doris Fish.   While running the restaurant, she made great food and developed many friendships.  The White Pine Restaurant was best known for its ever changing “Christmas Tree” in which was decorated according to each season.   In her earlier years, Sandy enjoyed going camping.  More recently, she loved socializing and spending time with her friends.

Survivors include her daughter, Sheri Powell and her husband, Keith of Fort Edward; her brothers, Bob Colvin and his wife, Joan of Lewiston, ME and Bill Colvin of South Glens Falls; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved dog, Sparky.

The Rite of Committal will be conducted at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 29, 2015 at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.

Her family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Johnsburg Emergency Squad, Kelly Nessle, P.O. Box 23, Johnsburg, New York 12843.

Funeral arrangements are under care of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.