Helen Frances Schult

COSSAYUNA LAKE – Helen Frances Schult, 90, passed away on December 25, 2018, at Slate Valley Nursing & Rehab Center in Granville, with her family by her side.

Born on March 4, 1928 in Schenectady, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Freda (Werner) Wedekind.

In 1948, she married Wendyn S. Schult.   They were married 69 years until his passing on January 3, 2016.

Helen enjoyed working for many years at the Sheritan Ramada Inn in Queensbury.

Her cats and her dogs were the love of her life.

Besides her parents and husband, she was predeceased by her two brothers, Walter Wedekind and George Wedekind.

Survivors include her children, Roy Schult of Hartford and Gary Schult and his wife, Sandy of Whitehall; ten grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Slate Valley Nursing and Rehab for the excellent care that she received.

At Helen’s request, there will be no public calling or services.

The family suggests that memorial donations be made to Slate Valley Nursing and Rehab Center, 10421 State Route 40, Granville, NY  12832.

Arrangements are entrusted to Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

Wendyn S. “Winn” Schult

COSSAYUNA LAKE – Wendyn S. “Winn” Schult, 91, formerly of Cossayuna Lake, passed away on his birthday, with his son, Roy, at his side on Sunday, January 3, 2016, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in the town of Fort Edward.

Born on January 3, 1925 in Schenectady, he was the son of the late Louis and Sylva (Spaulding) Schult.

Following his graduation from high school in Schenectady, Winn enlisted in the United States Navy.  After serving his country, in 1948 he married Helen Wedekind.  They were married for 69 years.

Winn was the owner and operator of Schult’s Plumbing and Heating in Glens Falls until his retirement.  He enjoyed spending time with his numerous pets, including his cat, dog and birds.  Winn also enjoyed fishing and boating on Lake George.  While in the service, he played guitar in a band and throughout his life enjoyed playing and listening to guitar music.  A highlight in Winn’s life was meeting Les Paul and sharing their love of music.

Besides his parents, Winn was predeceased by his brother, Ronald Schult.

Survivors include his wife of 69 years, Helen Schult of Granville; his two sons, Roy Schult and his wife, Lucille of Granville and Gary Schult and his wife, Sandy of Whitehall; ten grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

There will be no public services.

The family wishes to thank the staff of S wing at Fort Hudson Health Care Facility for the excellent care and love given to Wendyn during his stay.

Memorial donations in memory of Winn may be made to the Fort Hudson Building Fund, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, New York 12828.

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