Queensbury/Ticonderoga. James Thomas "Tom" Wardell, 58, of County Line Road, Queensbury, died unexpectedly on Friday, May 29, 2015 at Glens Falls Hospital.
Tom was born May 1, 1957 in Glens Falls, NY, the son of Frank S. and Pauline (Lauler) Wardell. The family moved to Ticonderoga, NY when Tom was young. He attended St. Mary's Catholic School and graduated as class valedictorian from Ticonderoga High School in 1975. He received a Bachelor of Science degree from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse University, and a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering from RPI in Troy. In addition, he held the certification of licensed Professional Engineer since 1986, for which he was very proud.
Tom married Elizabeth "Beth" O"Bryan at St. Mary's Church in Ticonderoga on June 21, 1980. Their greatest joy, John Thomas, arrived in 1996. Beth died on August 1, 1999.
Tom started his career at NYS Dept. of Conservation in Albany and went on to work for the Lake George Park Commission until his retirement in 2008. He was an avid outdoorsman and especially enjoyed deer hunting, snowmobiling, and spending time with family and friends at the family cabin on Goose Puddle Pond in Crown Point. Tom was an excellent cook and especially enjoyed venison and anything spicy.
In addition to his parents and wife, Tom was pre-deceased by his brothers, Robert and Daniel, his in-laws, Jack and Toni O'Bryan, and several aunts and uncles.
Tom leaves his son, John Thomas Wardell of Queensbury, NY; a sister, Mimi Wardell of Ballston Spa, NY; sisters-in-law, Margaret (Scott) Rishel of Queensbury and Susan (Charles) Kremer of Burlington, VT; brothers-in-law, John (Gayle) O'Bryan of Hudson, MA, and James (Shari) O'Bryan of Ticonderoga; six nephews: Justin, Dylan, Aaron, John, Riley and Leland; five nieces: Sarah, Cheryl, Heather, Kaitland and Callista; his very special friend, The Rev. Janet Vincent of Saratoga Springs, NY; and a group of longtime friends in Ticonderoga - you know who you are.
Relatives and friends may call Tuesday, June 2, 2015 from 6 - 8 p.m. at the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home, 11 Algonkin St., Ticonderoga, NY.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 22 Father Jogues Place, Ticonderoga, NY. The Rev. Kevin D. McEwan, Pastor, will officiate.
Interment will follow at the family plot of the Valley View Cemetery of Ticonderoga for Tom as well as Beth.
Donations in Tom's memory may be made to Bacon Hill Reformed Church, 560 Rt. 32N, Schuylerville, NY 12871 or St. Mary's School, 64 Amherst Avenue, Ticonderoga, NY 12883.
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Katherine (Kathy) A. Currier
Katherine A. Currier
Dec. 14, 1940-May 23, 2015
Willsboro, NY
Katherine (Kathy) A. Currier of Willsboro, NY 74 passed away May 23, 2015 at UVM Health Network- CVPH, Plattsburgh, NY with her loving family by her side.
She was born in Chever, NY to the late Edgar & Lillian Jaquish of Keene, NY
She worked as a nurses aid for 10yrs, She enjoyed Bingo, playing cards, reading romance novels, she had a strong love for flowers, her favorite were yellow roses, and daisies, and most of all she loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was always putting others needs before her own. She was a very kind, giving and loving mother who would do anything she could to make her kids or grandkids have what they needed, even if it meant her having to go without. She will always be loved and missed very much.
Surviving her is her husband of 53 years, Ralph (Poochie), her children, Shawn Currier of Willsboro, Eric (Bev) Currier of Willsboro & Shannon (Jim) Christian of Westport 6 grandchildren, Adam, Morgan, Briar, Josh, Emily & Ava and 4 great grandchildren Maxwell, Rylan, Damien & Zachary¸ brothers Junior, Harvey, Oliver, Stanley, John & Dickie and sisters Shirley, Pat, Yvonne & Sharon. She is predeceased by her infant daughter Darcey her parents her sisters Violet, & Lorraine, brothers Millard, Jimmy, & Ralza.
There will be a Service at Marvin - Heald Funeral Home on June 13th at 11:00am in Elizabethtown, NY. Following the services there will be a small gathering for family and friends at her sister Sharon Grahams, 21 Williams Street, Elizabethtown, NY.
To light a memorial candle or leave an online condolence please visit www.healdfuneralhomeinc.com
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Michael Diehl
Michael Diehl, 72, passed away Saturday, May 23rd while hiking with his kids in his "extended backyard" on Clark Mountain.
Mike was born on May 19th, 1943 in Boonton, NJ. He graduated from Boonton High School. While serving in the Army in Germany, Mike met & married his wife, Jane, a civilian nurse. After their son, Eric, was born, they enjoyed a whirlwind tour of Europe before his discharge as First Lieutenant.
The family returned stateside to North Carolina where Mike graduated from Pfeiffer College, expanded the family with a daughter, Sara, and started his career as an underwriter. He quickly showed a proficiency in training. The family relocated to Atco, NJ to be near the company’s International insurance department in Philadelphia. There, he trained and entertained clients from all over the world.
Mike discovered his love of skiing in his late 30's and his life changed forever on a trip to a friend's cabin in Wilmington. After retirement, Mike moved to Jay to pursue his dream of becoming a ski bum. These past few years he averaged over 100 days every season at Whiteface where he also volunteered as an ambassador and with disabled veterans in the adaptive ski program.
Mike hardly ever missed a good yard sale. He rescued many dogs over the years (ArfArf, Rascal, Petey, Poppy, and ‘Mr. E’ to name a few). He travelled extensively, was active in the Fabulous 50’s Club and ran the Canoe Race at Eaton Lake the past two years. To some, Mike was known as "The Mayor of Summit Lane." But, everyone knew him as friendly, thoughtful, and generous. A gift from Mike was always something special and memorable. He also enjoyed photography, hiking, paddling, gardening and grilling. But, most of all he enjoyed entertaining and having a good time with his friends and family. With that in mind, the family has decided to bypass the traditional service and plan a party to celebrate his life which will be announced at a later date.
Mike leaves behind 2 children, Eric and fiancé Blanche Peck; Sara; his brother, Digby and Kay (Beyer) and niece, Dylan. He was predeceased by his father, Edwin; mother, Mary Jane and ex-wife, Jane.
The family wishes to thank our local first responders who showed great heroism and compassion. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Mike's memory to Jay Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 358 Jay, NY 12941 or AuSable Forks Volunteer Ambulance Service 26 School Lane AuSable Forks, NY 12912. Special Thanks to Thwaits Zaumetzer Funeral Home for making arrangements.
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James A. Russell
Crown Point
James A. Russell, 83, of Crown Point, NY passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 at the University Health Center in Burlington, VT surrounded by the love of his life Virginia (Ginger), his children and Grandson after a struggle with alzheimers.
He was born in Crown Point to Frank C. Russell and Gertrude M. Breed October 29, 1931.
He was employed by the Crown Point Central School for 40 years as Mechanic and Head Bus Driver. He was a truly dedicated family man that also enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, working his wood lot and caring for horses. A man of few words but a good man to all.
He grew up on the family farm on Russell Street and continued to raise his family on the same street where he took great pride in his home and grounds.
Surviving him is wife of 63 years, Virginia (Ginger), his children, Linda (Eugene) Woods, Elaine (John) Bezon, Jamie (Lisa) Russell, Thomas Deciantis (son/nephew), 10 grandchildren, Dana and Danielle Woods, John, Chawntelle and Jessica Bezon, Christine, Samantha and James Russell, Brooke and Nathan Euber and 11 great grandchildren, brother Robert (Bruce) (Norma) Russell and sister Aileen (Louis) Laquidara and special brother and sister-in-law Howard (Fred) and Fran White, special friends Douglas Allen, Lawrence Collins, Bud Putnam, Don Gibbs and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, sister Helen (Lorraine) Lapham, sister Lucille (Jean) Russell, grandson Carlton Russell.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Peter Sayers and his Girls for their kindness and care to our Dad over the years.
There will be no calling hours. Services will be private at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made to the National Alzheimers Association.
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Lorraine Vannier
Lorraine Vannier, of Queensbury and a former resident of Ticonderoga, died May 31, 2015 at the Fort Hudson Nursing Home in Fort Edward.
Born in Albany, August 10, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Chester E. and Daisy L. (Mannis) Brazier. She grew up in Hudson Falls, moved to Williamsville, NY during WWII, and also lived in Fort Ann and South Glens Falls and then for 51 years in Ticonderoga before moving to Queensbury.
She graduated from Hudson Falls High School, class of 1938. On June 21, 1941, she married Robert H. Vannier in St. Paul’s Church, Hudson Falls. They enjoyed 70 years of marriage before his passing on February 17, 2012. They spent many years camping, canoeing, skiing, traveling and were both members of competition rifle clubs, among many other activities.
She was a lifetime member of the Catholic Daughters, was a devoted housewife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed quilting, sewing, genealogy, going for walks and especially her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents and her husband, Lorraine was also predeceased by her sister Ruth (Brazier) Newman; her brothers, Kenneth Brazier and his wife, Marlene, and Vincent (Bud) Brazier and his wife, Agnes; as well as her great-granddaughter, Amanda Rose Cafaro.
Survivors include her four daughters Nancy L. and her husband, Bill Novotny of Gansevoort, NY, Norma L. and her husband, Tony Cafaro Jr., of Queensbury, NY, Barbara A. Guilder and Shawn Good of Ticonderoga, NY, and Brenda J. and her husband, Daniel Drowne of Plattsburgh, NY; her grandchildren, Ann and her husband, Andy Hodenius, Kevin Prouty and his wife Emily, Maria and her husband Stephen Iacobbo, Tony Cafaro and his wife Rayanne, Jessica and her husband Jason Swett, Jeremy Drowne and his wife Shannon and Matthew Drowne; great-grandchildren Lilly, Aaron and Piper Prouty, Grace Hodenius, Sarah, David, Ashley, Samantha and Gabrielle Iacobbo, Kathryn Cafaro, Brendan and Lucas Swett and Olivia Drowne; two sisters, Lois and her husband Austin Cox of Rhinebeck, NY and Sharron and her husband, Hamilton Traver of Port Matilda, PA; brother-in-law, Robert Newman, of So. Glens Falls, NY. Lorraine is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 5, 2015 at St. Mary’s Church, 62 Warren Street, Glens Falls, NY.
Burial will follow in the family plot at St. Paul’s Cemetery, Hudson Falls, NY.
Calling hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at the Singleton Sullivan Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury.
The family of Lorraine would like to thank the Fort Hudson Nursing Home, The Landing of Queensbury and The Community Hospice of Saratoga.
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Wendy Wright
Ticonderoga. Wendy Wright of Ticonderoga, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 27, 2015.
Wendy was born in England where she lived almost half her life. She met her husband, Ivan of nearly 70 years, while working in a munitions and radar production facility during the second World War.
Together they raised two children, Marcus and Janine. Everyone agrees she was a very good mother.
Wendy worked most of her life, but was especially fond of her time at the BBC, where she learned to enjoy classical music, particularly Bach.
Wendy was also quite a camper, spending whole summers in a tent at Rogers Rock with her two children.
Most of all, Wendy will be remembered for her kindness to animals. She is survived by her beloved dog, Benji, whom she rescued in England and brought to America. He never left her side and is sadly mourning her loss.
In addition to Benji, survivors include her husband, Ivan; her two children, Marcus and Janine; and her brother Raymond of England.
The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the NCSPCA in Westport.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home of Ticonderoga.
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Michael J. Ryan
Michael J. Ryan, 68, a resident of Ocala Florida, formerly of Cobleskill N.Y., passed away Thursday May 28, 2015.
Born to James Theodore Ryan and Ella Marion (Baker) in Ticonderoga, N.Y. Michael is survived by his wife of 47 years Sarah (Meachem); Son Eric Ryan of Clifton Park NY; Grandchildren Christopher Ryan and Shayla Ryan, along with his Great-Grandchild Cheyenne Ryan, all of Ocala, Florida.
He is predeceased by his son Mark Ryan and Great grandchild Carl Ryan.
Michael was a machinist for General Electric for 35 years before retiring and becoming Owner-Operator of PapaBear Chairs. He loved reading, the outdoors and spoiling his grand and great-grand children.
Memorial contributions can be made on behalf of the family to the Alzheimer's Association and/or the Susan G. Komen Fund for Breast Cancer research.
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Francis Paul Muchowski
Francis “Frank” Paul Muchowski, 87, of Monticello, FL, formerly of Crown Point, NY, passed
away on Sunday, May 3, 2015, at Tallahassee Memorial. He was the oldest of five siblings born
to Agnes (White) and Charles Muchowski in Riverhead, NY. In 1950 Frank enlisted in the
United States Army and served in Korea with the 430th Battalion In 1956 he married and had
two daughters. In 1988 he remarried Patricia Antonetti, his beloved wife who survives.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, his brothers, Casmer, John, and Edward, and nephew
Thomas Muchowski. Other survivors of his blended family include daughters Laurie Pelis and
Jacci Taylor, and step-children Deborah, Candi, Jeffrey and Kimber Antonetti. He is also
survived by his grandson, Brian Taylor and eight step-grandchildren, Brooks and Cole Gursky,
Jessica Risech, Candi Amato, Dakotah and Dominic Antonetti, and Kevin and Gary Pelis. Also
surviving is his sister, Charlotte, and sister-in-law Christine, two nephews, James Muchowski
and Thomas Rusewicz, and one niece, Cindy Vehmeier.
Frank was a member of the Riverhead Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years and a member of
the Ironmen Racing Team and the Eagle Hose Company #4. He spent most of his life as a
Master Mechanic traveling all over the United States including a period of time working on the
pipeline in Alaska and at Yankee Power Plant in Vermont. He also enjoyed his model trains and
his many animals, especially his little ChiChi.
Although much loved by his family, at Frank's request there will be no memorial service. Expressions of love may be conveyed with a donation to your favorite animal rescue in his name. May he rest in peace.
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Calvin W. Cross, Jr.
Ticonderoga. Calvin W. Cross, Jr., 70, of Ticonderoga, passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2015, at his residence, with his loving family by his side.
Born in Ticonderoga, January 6, 1945, he is the son of the late Calvin W. Cross, Sr. and Cecile (Allen) Cross, who survives him, of Ticonderoga.
Calvin was a graduate of Ticonderoga High School and was a lifelong resident of Ticonderoga. He was employed by International Paper Company of Ticonderoga as a Security Guard for many years.
Through the years, he was a Ticonderoga Police Officer, member of the Ticonderoga Fire Department and Ticonderoga E.M.S. He served as Fire Commissioner, and as a member of the Police Committee Board.
He enjoyed hunting and fishing, but his greatest joy was watching his grandsons play football and baseball.
He was pre-deceased by his father, Calvin W. Cross, Sr. and also by his brother, John Cross.
Survivors in addition to his mother, Cecile Cross, include his wife of 48 years, Gladys M. (Bigalow) Cross; two daughters, Susan Cross and Sherry Veneto and her husband, Brian; one brother, Timothy Cross; and two grandsons, Sawyer Veneto and Vinnie Veneto, all of Ticonderoga. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call Monday, June 8, 2015 from 3 - 5 p.m. at the Ticonderoga Fire House, 60 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY.
A Memorial Service will follow at 5:00 p.m. at the Ticonderoga Fire House. The Rev. Scott Tyler, Pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Ticonderoga, will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Calvin's memory may be made to the C.R. Wood Cancer Center, 100 Park Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801 or the Ticonderoga Fire Department, 60 Montcalm Street, Ticonderoga, NY 12883.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home of Ticonderoga.
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Mary Lou Reichmann
Mary Lou Reichmann, age 88, died unexpectedly on June 2nd at Danbury Hospital in Connecticut after a brief struggle with lung cancer.
She was born in Josephine, Texas on April 28th 1927 to parents Laurence and Effie White. Mary earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing through a military scholarship and served as a Lieutenant (RN) during the Korean War. She received an Occupation Medal while serving in Germany during that time. During the last twenty-five years of her career, she worked as a psychiatric nurse at Cornell Hospital, Westchester Division, where she retired.
Mary was a devoted and beloved mother. She is survived by her son Peter Reichmann and wife Terry, daughter Anne Reichmann-Ambrose, and two grandchildren Vincent and Caroline. Mary was preceded by husband Paul Reichmann. She was the youngest of nine children, none of whom remain alive today.
Memorial Services will be held on June 14th at 1:00 pm at the Schroon Lake Community Church, 1088 US Rte. 9 (Maine Street) Schroon Lake, NY 12870. Flowers can be sent beforehand to 5 Berry Hill Way, Schroon Lake, New York 12870 or donations can be made to the American Cancer Foundation. Reception will follow.
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Roger Henry Larocque
U.S. veteran Roger Henry Larocque, 70, of Ripton died April 28, 2015, at the University of Vermont Medical Center surrounded by loved ones.
He was born March 3, 1945, in Salisbury to Omer and Yvonne (Quenneville) Larocque. He grew up in Salisbury, where he attended school and worked on the family farm. In 1968 he was drafted into the U.S. Army and honorably served in the Vietnam War. After returning to the U.S. he worked as a roofer for 21 years, then was employed by the Ripton Elementary and North Branch schools until his retirement.
He was very proud to have served in the military and flew the American flag at his house. He enjoyed volunteering with the V.F.W. and American Legion in Middlebury. Family said he was hardworking and preferred to stay busy, enjoying anything that kept him outside, particularly gardening and landscaping. On his down time, family said, he loved to visit with family and friends and play with his grandchildren. From the time his oldest granddaughter, Mckenna, was four years old, he would spend mornings with her playing cards, feeding her and bringing her to school. On weekends he enjoyed having grandchildren Mckenna, Logan and Emerson with him as much as possible, taking them to Cornwall to show the children the gardens, pond and occasionally take them for rides on the tractor and Gator on the property owned by his close family friends Rick and Martie Fritz. With all of these special outings, family said he passed on his love for the outdoors. He was extremely proud of oldest grandchild, Seth, and looked forward to his graduation from the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth in May.
He was also proud of his four children and the hardworking, thoughtful, independent and loving people they have become. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Debra (Desjadon) Larocque; his children, Jonas Larocque and his wife Cheryl, Leah Larocque, Tinaya (Larocque) Raymond and husband Brent, and Isaac Larocque and wife Marsha; and his siblings, Jeanette (Larocque) Jackson, Marcel Larocque, Paul Larocque, Morris Larocque and wife Vivian, Susan (Larocque) Homick and husband Steve, Leo Larocque and wife Penny, Anita Larocque and Pauline (Larocque) LaPlant. He is predeceased by his parents, brother Harris Larocque, sister-in-law Diane Larocque, brother-in-law Russel Jackson, brother-in-law Charles LaPlant, nephew Bucky Jackson and nephew David Volker.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Middlebury VFW Post 7823.
A private burial for family was held at Farmingdale Veterans Cemetery on Three Mile Bridge Road in Middlebury May 2.
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Ruth Morse Harris
Ruth Morse Harris, 80, formerly of Whallonsburg, NY, entered her eternal life on Monday, April 13, 2015, after a long struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Ruth was a resident of the Hughes home in Fredericksburg VA for the past several years. She was born in Whallonsburg on Feb. 18, 1935 to the late Herman and Alice (Walker) Morse. Ruth was a graduate of Westport Central School and Cornell University. She served several years as a Coopertive-Extension agent in Middlebury, VT, and retired from NY State as an elementary teacher in Batavia, NY. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Blakely Harris, daughter Sandra Turman (Clifton) and two grandchildren, Benjamin and Rachel Turman.
Memorial Service will be held on June 23 at 2 PM at the First Presbyterian Church in Batavia, with burial on Friday, June 26th at 1 PM in the West Cemetery, Middlebury, VT.
Hometown friends and family of Ruth ar invited to meet on Sat, June 27th at 11 am in Essex, NY at 10 Beggs Pt. St., home of Norma (Walker) Goff.
For those wishing to make a memorial gift, it is suggested that you contact the Alzheimer's Association, or donate to the Batavia First Presbyterian Church, 300 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020...or to a charity of your choice.
Hometown friends and and family of Ruth ar invited to meet on Sat, June 27th at 11 am in Essex, NY at 10 Beggs Pt. St., home of Norma (Walker) Goff.
For those wishing to make a memorial gift, it is suggested that you contact the Alzheimer's Association, or donate to the Batavia First Presbyterian Church, 300 E. Main St., Batavia, NY 14020...or to a charity of your choice.
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Noel Davis
Noel Davis lost a heroic battle with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IFP) June 3, 2015. He was diagnosed in February 2013, but kept up an active life, including skiing with an oxygen tank on his back until late March of this year.
Noel grew up in Westchester County, attended Hackley Prep School and Middlebury College. He joined ROTC and served in the Army in Germany. His culinary skills came from his mother Bettina and his “gift of gab” from his father, Robert.
Upon return from Europe he joined the “Mad Men” advertising scene in NYC for 10+ years, but then opted to have a rural life-style by buying a dairy farm near Oneonta. He owned his farm for 14 years and then did various jobs before moving to the Adirondacks in the year 2000 with his current wife, Sue. Hiking and paddling and skiing in the Adirondacks were his favorite activities from the 1960s on.
Along the way, Noel married Patsy Ives for a short time on the farm. He helped raise his daughter Bettina, the light of his life, there, teaching her cows, camping, cooking and skiing. He also had a partner, Janet Ivory, in the farm days. Later he learned he had a daughter he did not know with Jill Schmid. That daughter, Julia, added a sparkle to his life when he learned of her existence in 2008.
Bettina and Jason have 3 sons, Max, Thor and Wilder in Vermont, whom Noel loved to joke with and watch grow. Besides all of the above, Noel is survived by wife Sue, Sue’s son Sean in Red Hook, NY and daughter Michele in Rochester. Sean and his wife Nesrin also have Ayla and Errol, step-grandchildren to Noel, whom he enjoyed visiting with.
Last but by no means least, Noel is survived by his “kid” brother Lyle, his wife Syl and nieces Emmy, Maddy, Cass and nephew Clinton in Colorado.
A celebration of Noel’s life will be held at Dynamite Hill in Chestertown on Sunday, August 23rd from noon to 3 p.m.
Donations, not expected, but appreciated, can be made in Noel’s memory to the Adirondack Mountain Club in Lake George, NY.
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Virginia Larson
Virginia Larson, age 95, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2015 in Ticonderoga, NY, Moses Ludington Nursing Home.
She was born and raised in Kersey, Pa. In 1940 she married John E. Larson, a Chemist, and moved to North Tonawanda, NY.
After her husband passed away in 1987 Virginia moved to Schroon Lake, NY in 1990 to be near family.
In North Tonawanda Virginia was a member of Friedens Church and the Order of Eastern Star. She has been a member of Schroon Lake Community Church since 1990.
Virginia was a homemaker and found much joy in her children and grandchildren. She had many hobbies including china painting, embroidery, gardening, and she was an excellent baker.
Virginia is survived by a son William G. Larson (wife Sally) of Philadelphia, Pa. and a daughter Dianne Chandler (husband Jim) of Ormond Beach, FL, six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her husband John E. Larson; her parents, Jesse & Esther Moyer; three brothers and three sisters.
Virginia had many dear friends and, in particular, her cherished and devoted neighbors and close friends, Kathy and Spencer McCoy, who were most supportive to Virginia over the past few years.
A family memorial service is being planned for this summer.
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Bernice G. Marcotte
WILLSBORO - Bernice G. Marcotte, 83 of Willsboro, N.Y., was called home to the lord on Sunday, May 3, 2015.
Bernice grew up in Crown Point, N.Y. Daughter of Clarence and Alice Thatcher. She was one of 13 children. Leaving behind sister, Anna Mayville and brother, Sherman Thatcher.
Predeceased by Bernice were her beloved husband, Walter Marcotte and daughter, Penny Martin.
Bernice was survived by son in-law, Edward A. Martin; grandchildren, Casey L. Martin, Edward A. Martin II, Kristine Gay and spouses; great-grandchildren, Tyler Blaise, Rheanon Martin, Ciara Martin, Zachary Martin, Alyson Martin, Arianna Martin, Palmer Martin, Timothy Gay, Jack Gay, and Jacob Gay.
Bernice was a devoted member of the Catholic community and touched many lives while working and living in Willsboro throughout her life.
Mass Services will be June 25th at 11am at St. Phillips of Jesus Church in Willsboro followed by grave side service and a reception to follow at St. Phillips.
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Evelyn A. Evie Russell
THURMAN --- Evelyn A. Evie Russell, 79, of Garnet Lake Rd., Thurman, went into the arms of the Lord Saturday, June 13, 2015 at Tri-County Nursing Home in North Creek after a long illness.
Born Aug. 10, 1935 in Thurman, she was the daughter of the late Roy E. and Lulu (Wescott) Russell.
Evie was very active in the Thurman Community, volunteering and writing for the Adirondack Journal and Warrensburg Lake George News since 1985. She also spent many years working at various local resorts in the Lake George area.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Richard L. Russell, and a son, Dale A. Buck.
Those left to cherish her memory are her three daughters, Bonnie (Bernie) Monroe of Warrensburg, Cindy (Bruce) Belden of Thurman, and Diane Strobeck of Thurman; a sister, Phyllis Sadow; 12 grandkids, Jennifer (Will) Hill, Michael and Kevin Bender, Patrick and Daniel Cobb, Sarah (Eric) Winter, Angel and Roger Monroe, Stacy and Ryan Belden, and Derek and Nicole DeLoria; 6 great-grandkids; also many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Calling hours will take place Thursday, June 18, from 10 a.m. to noon at Thurman Baptist Church on South Johnsburg Rd.
A funeral service will follow at noon at the church with the Rev. Nathan Herrmann, pastor, officiating.
Burial will immediately follow at Reynolds Cemetery.
The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the staff at Tri-County Nursing Home for all their wonderful care.
Condolences may be sent to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.
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Linc Barton Jaquish
Willsboro - Linc Barton Jaquish, 50, of Willsboro and Saratoga Springs, NY and Wrightsville Beach, NC, passed away Friday, June 12, 2015. Friday always was his favorite day!
Linc was born on November 5, 1964, in Plattsburgh, NY, son of Rodger Jaquish and Jane Brown Jaquish.
Linc always lived life to the fullest and made sure to have a good time, whether it was cracking jokes during holiday dinners, helping get demo cars ready with his nephew, grilling, or just sitting around having a drink by the pool at his sisters.
He was a skilled contractor who excelled at home renovations. His expertise is on display at his parents house with the surprise living room/kitchen remodel he did for them while they were gone south for the winter.
He is survived by his parents, fianc Gina Sayward, daughters Erika Merrill, Taylor Jaquish, and McKenzia Suttle, grandson Little Harvey, sister Marcie Jaquish, nephew Brandon (Tierra) Jaquish, niece Brooke Lee, great nephew Brody Jaquish, as well as several aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Per Linc's request, there will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday, June 19th at Memorial Cemetery in Willsboro.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in his honor to the Willsboro/Reber Rescue Squad, 303 Reber Rd, Willsboro, NY 12996 or The Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at http://compassionatefuneralcare.blogspot.com/
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William Barnes Maguire
William B. Maguire, 76, of 200 Augusta Drive, Grandy, NC and formerly of Olney, Maryland, died Sunday, November 9, 2014 at his residence. A native of Albany, NY, he was the son of the late William F. Maguire and Molly Barnes Maguire and the husband of Patricia Leonard Maguire of the residence. He was a retired Aerospace Engineer, a member of Holy Redeemer by the Sea Catholic Church, and the Notre Dame Alumni Association
Besides his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Ellen deJong and husband Olaf of Collington Harbour, NC; a son, W. Christopher Maguire and wife Maro of Sacramento, CA; and two grandchildren, Jack Maguire and Alexander Maguire.
A memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 27 at 2pm at the Irishtown Cemetery. Twiford Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is serving the Maguire family . You may express condolences to the family by visiting www.twifordfh.com.
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Richard Thomas Diaz
Richard Thomas Diaz, 42, of Ridgeville, SC passed away Friday, June 12, 2015 at Colleton Medical Center, Walterboro.
Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 6 to 8 o’clock on Wednesday, June 17, 2015 at James A. Dyal Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held Thursday, June 18, 2015 at 10 o’clock at James A. Dyal Funeral Home Chapel. Burial is private.
Mr. Diaz was born in North Charleston, SC on May 8, 1973, son of Lynda M. Diaz of Summerville and the late Thomas F. Diaz. He attended Summerville High School. He enjoyed all outdoor activities and was co-owner of his construction company. He was a Protestant.
Survivors, including his mother Lynda, are one sister and one brother: Patricia “Patti” Cowart (Richard) of Goose Creek, and Michael T. Diaz of Summerville, the Love of his life: Vickie Frisbie of Ridgeville; one nephew and one niece: Matthew and Caraline Cowart both of Goose Creek and several Aunts, Uncles and cousins. He was the grandson of: Arland and Mary Tobin and Antonio and Isabella Diaz both of Ticonderoga, NY. He is survived by his business partner of 25 years: Jeff Bankson.
A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com.
ARRANGEMENTS BY JAMES A. DYAL FUNERAL HOME, 303 S. MAIN STREET, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483 (843)873-4040.
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Lucille Helen Catanzarita Sprague
Lucille Helen Catanzarita Sprague PORT HERNY, NY Lucille Helen Sprague 85, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2015 at her home in Port Henry, NY surrounded by her loving family of children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and her faithful companion cat Nika.
She was born on November 29, 1929, in Port Henry, NY, daughter of Joseph and Evelyn (Brooks) Catanzarita. She worked at her parents Nu Way Laundry for years, and then went into business with her husband of 58 years, James Earl Sprague Jr. and opened Spragues Woodcraft Shop, which they owned and operated together while raising their eleven children, also two of their grandchildren.
Lucille loved spending time with her family and friends, taking photos, and compiling family photo albums. She also enjoyed managing and spending time in the shop, painting wooden ornaments (her CB handle was Paintbrush), and interacting with customers. She liked sitting on her swing watching traffic go by, tending to her flower gardens, shopping, and collecting various memorabilia. Her most prized memorabilia being her Elvis collection.
She is survived by her sister Marion (Catanzarita) Chamberlain and husband Ed of Vergennes, VT, daughter Linda Fleming of Moriah, NY, her four children: Linda & fianc Allen Ploufe, of Bridport, VT. Children Tonya Fleming, partner Curtis Castle and their son Kaden of Middlebury, VT, Christopher Ploufe, Gary Fleming of Moriah, NY, children Bruce and Frances Chandler, Mikayla and Kyle Fleming, Daughter Rebecca McDonough of Elizabethtown, NY, children Douglas Sherman, Justin Sherman and partner Morgan Simard and their daughter Aahanna, and son William McDonough II, Son Bart & Glenda Fleming of Port Henry, NY children Desire Fleming. Son Joe Spragues family, daughter Elise & Chris Demarias, sons Michael, Riley, & Christopher of Moriah, NY, son Jadon & Amanda Sprague of Newport, RI, children Rhiannen and Keaton, son Jacob & Brittany Sprague and Daughters Abigail, Jaelynn, (Grace). Son, Kane Sprague of Port Henry, NY. Daughter Evelyn and her husband Joe Celotti of Port Henry, NY, children Dylan Celotti & wife Liz of Witherbee, son Seth Celotti of Crown Point & fianc Tara Spaulding, son Reese Celotti. James Earl Sprague III of Moriah, NY., children Erin Lee Sprague & Miguel of NYC, children Jaxx and Onyx, son Jed of Crown Point, NY, daughter Evelyn Sprague and her husband Derek Whitford of Crown Point, NY, daughter Millie, daughter Emily Sprague and partner Brad Sargent of Moriah, NY children Newly, Vern, & Earl, Son James Sprague IV, and Jordan Sprague of Moriah, NY. Daughter Helen Sprague, Chuck Robinson of Crown Point, NY, their daughter Karissa & partner Al Hassan of Peru, NY., Daughter Lisa M Sprague of Addison, VT. Daughter Stacy (Doc Adams) her husband Jim Drake of Port Henry, NY their children Jamie Drake of Port Henry, NY, daughter Amy Smith and husband Dave Smith, son Daimian of Plattsburg, NY, son Justin Drake and Brenda of Port Henry, NY, daughter Autumn, Son Michael Magoon and Husband Chad of Champlain, NY. Daughter Frances and husband Tim Malaney, daughter Kaleigh of Ticonderoga, NY. Daughter Barb Armstrongs family, daughter Sue Tefoe, children Spencer and Kendra of Moriah, NY, daughter Ashley Tefoe of Moriah, NY, son Caleb Armstrong and partner Carli Varmette of Troy, NY, son Timothy Armstrong of Mineville, NY, Son John Sprague of Westport, NY, children Malibu, Macey, and John Jr. Daughter Jessica Gilbo and husband Keith, son Owen of Plattsburgh, NY. Son Walter Sprague and Partner LeeAnn Hoskins of Port Henry, NY, and many special cousins, nieces, and nephews. Lifetime friends Lisa Peck Thompson of Wilmington, NY, Mary Tubbs of Crown Point NY, and cousin Blanche (Brooks) Baker of Vermont.
She is predeceased by her parents Joseph E. Catanzarita & Evelyn M. (Brooks) Catanzarita, Brothers Francis Catanzarita and William Catanzarita (Elizabeth Shea). Her daughter Deborah Lynn Sprague 1991, son Joseph Earl Sprague 2007, daughter Barbara Ann Armstrong 2008.
There will be no calling hours or services at the request of Lucille. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Patricks Church on Friday June 19, 2015 at 1:00. Buriel in the Catanzarita family lot will follow at the St. Patricks Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in her honor to High Peaks Hospice P.O. Box 192 Port Henry, NY 12974
A special thanks to Lucilles nieces Susie Pidgeon of Middlebury, VT, for her compassionate care and Mary OHara of Florida for her weekly cards in the mail. Also to High Peaks Hospice, Dr. Caputo, the staff at Westport Health Center, and Elizabethtown Community Hospital for their support and help during these final months.
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