OBITS: Post-Star 2 Apr 2005; Glen Falls, Warren co., New York text-formatted by W. David Samuelsen for USGenWeb Archives *********************************************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.org/copyright.htm http://www.usgwarchives.org/ny/nyfiles.htm *********************************************************************** Source: Post-Star http://www.post-star.com Brower, Charles W. GLENS FALLS -- Charles W. Brower, 84, died Wednesday, March 31, 2005, at Glens Falls Hospital after a brief illness. Born on May 20, 1920, in Glens Falls, Mr. Brower was the son of the late Benjamin Brower and Leona Griffin Brower. He was the loving husband and dance partner of the late Doris Hubbell Brower, for 57 years, until she passed away in 2001. Chuck and Dottie lived in Glens Falls, Scotia, Fort Ann, and most recently moved back to their hometown of Glens Falls. Chuck worked for 34 years as a draftsman in the steam turbine engine department of General Electric in Schenectady, prior to his retirement in 1982. He enjoyed fishing and hunting, and shared his love of nature with his family and friends. Chuck called square dances from the time he was a teenager until he was in his 70s, and enjoyed many years of playing and singing in country western bands. In addition to his parents and his wife, Chuck was predeceased by his brothers, Robert and James. Mr. Brower was the father of David C. Brower and his wife, Jeanne, of Marlboro, Mass., Bruce J. Brower and his wife, Laura, of Radcliff, Ky., and Cathy Brower Connors and her husband, Mark, of Voorheesville. He was also survived by a foster daughter, Wanda Wright and her husband, Joseph, of Fort Ann. Chuck is also survived by a brother, Norman Brower of Flat Rock, N.C.; and a brother-in-law, Raymond Wood of Glens Falls. His grandchildren are: Benjamin Brower, Daniel Brower, Daryl Brower, Melissa Craig, Joel Larkin, Jane Newmann, Karen Connors and Brian Connors; foster grandchildren: Michael Wright, Kimberly Wright, Joseph Wright, Bruce Wright and Reggie Wright. In addition, he is survived by great-grandchildren: Lily, Logan, Kylie, Mekaila, Christian, John, Nathan, Lynette, Jasmine, Rod, Billy, Brandon, Logan and Cassidi. One great-grandchild, Jenna Wright, predeceased Mr. Brower. He is also survived by his niece, Arlene Millington and her husband, Marvin, in addition to many other nieces, nephews and close friends. Family and friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m., on Sunday, April 3, at Regan & Denny Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Road, Queensbury. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m., on Monday, April 4, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Brown's Cemetery on Tripoli Road, Fort Ann. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Cacaci, Marie Barbra FORT ANN -- Marie Barbra Cacaci, 79, of state Route 4, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2005, at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Born in Brooklyn, on Sept. 19, 1925, she was the daughter of Vincent and Rose (Isoldi) Falco. Marie lived most of her life in Long Island before moving upstate in 1991. She retired in the early 1990s from Allou Distribution in Brentwood, Long Island, after many years as a bookkeeper. Her loves were the Times crossword puzzles, traveling and going to casinos, but most of all spending time with her family. Besides her parents, Marie was predeceased by her husband, Sebastian Cacaci on June 19, 1987; and her sister, Lucille Ferreri. She is missed and cherished by her four children: Robert Cacaci and his wife, Lillian, of British Columbia, Canada, Vincent Cacaci and his wife, Donna, of Meriden, Conn., Laura Cacaci of Warrensburg and ToniAnne Gifford and her husband, James, of Fort Ann; six grandchildren: Jason, Dubreen, Jubilee Rose, Nicholas, Michael and Laurie; and three great-grandchildren, Nicholas, Brooklyn and Isabella. She will also be missed terribly by her dogs, Brandy and Samantha. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 4, at St. Ann's Church in Fort Ann. Burial will follow at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville. Family and friends are invited and may call from 6 to 8 p.m., on Saturday, April 2, and from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 3, at Singleton-Healy Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Cummings, Bernice J. (Haviland) LAKE GEORGE -- Bernice J. (Haviland) Cummings, 90, of Lake George, passed away Friday, April 1, 2005, at the Fort Hudson Nursing Home following a long illness. Born on Sept. 16, 1914, in Gansevoort, she was the daughter of the late George and Alena (Stewart) Haviland. Mrs. Cummings was a longtime resident of Glens Falls and most recently resided with her daughter, Nancy, in Lake George. She was a professional seamstress for Troy Shirt Guild of Glens Falls until her retirement in 1985. Mrs. Cummings was predeceased by her husband, James A. Cummings, on March 31, 1968; a twin brother, Brent, three other brothers, Floyd, Roy, and Stewart Haviland; and four sisters, Rosalie Holmes, Jessica Porter, Mahala Howe, and Helen Robinson. Survivors include two daughters, Nancy C. Johnston of Lake George and Carole Webb and her husband, Foye, of Nashville, Tenn.; one sister, Charlotte Crenshaw of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. The highlight of her life was her grandchildren: Kristoffer Johnston and his wife, Brooke, of Lake George, Alexander Johnston and his wife, Jennifer, of Lake George, Erika Nall and her husband, Stephen, of Lake Mary, Fla., Sheldon Cleaves and his wife, Jackie, of Duncan, Vancouver Island, B.C., Alison Lawrence and her husband, Andrew, of Brooklyn, and Martin Webb and his wife, Asia, of Penn Valley, Calif.; and by seven great-grandchildren. Bernie will long be remembered by her family and friends as a loving, strong, and creative woman, with a wonderful sense of humor. A funeral service will be held Monday, April 4, at 11 a.m. at Caldwell Presbyterian Church, 71 Montcalm St., Lake George, with the Rev. Shirley A. Mosholder, pastor, officiating. Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Stafford Funeral Home, Inc., 90 Montcalm St., Lake George. Burial will be later in the spring at Southside Cemetery, South Glens Falls. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Caldwell Presbyterian Church, 71 Montcalm St., Lake George, NY 12845. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Gardner, Elizabeth J. ARGYLE -- Elizabeth J. Gardner, 91, died Thursday, March 31, 2005, at the Pleasant Valley Infirmary in Argyle. She was the wife of the late William F. Gardner, who died on Sept. 23, 1983. She was born on Sept. 2, 1913, in Troy, the daughter of the late Eugene and Lena (Wilson) Hammond. Elizabeth was educated at schools in Troy and was a homemaker all of her life. In her earlier years, she attended Episcopal Church in Troy. She enjoyed reading and bird watching. Survivors include two daughters, Margaret "Peggy" Hawks of White Creek, and Betty Mae Slocum of Greenwich; a son, William "Whimpy" Gardner of North Hoosick; her sister-in-law, Mary Thomas of Hoosick Falls; she is also survived by eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two sisters, Dorothy Foland and Lucy Rifenburg; three brothers, Ralph, Horace and Fred Hammond. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, April 4, at Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main St., Hoosick Falls. Burial will follow the service at Maple Grove Cemetery in Hoosick Falls. Relatives and friends may call from 9 a.m. Monday at the funeral home until the start of the funeral service. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Maloney, William F. GLENS FALLS -- William F. Maloney died Thursday, March 31, 2005, at Eden Park Health Care Center. Born in Hartford, Conn., on Aug. 19, 1916, he was the son of William F. and Margaret (Ahern) Maloney. Mr. Maloney entered the insurance business in Hartford, Conn., and served with several insurance companies in Hartford and Boston, Mass. He joined the Glens Falls Insurance Co. in June 1951, as Connecticut and Rhode Island branch manager. In 1960, he was transferred to the companies' West Coast departmental office in San Francisco, Calif., to head-up the West Coast Property Underwriting Department. In 1966, he was promoted to underwriting manager with responsibility for all West Coast branch offices. In 1968, he was called back to the home office in Glens Falls with underwriting responsibility for all branch offices west of the Mississippi River. He retired from the company in 1979. Following his retirement he was an associate at Caldor, in the electronics department, retiring in 1993. Active in military affairs, Bill was an avid horseman taking part in horseshow, jumping and polo activities in Connecticut. He was a member of Troop B, 110th Horse Cavalry Regiment, Connecticut National Guard at West Hartford, Conn., enlisting in 1936. He was a lieutenant and captain in the First Company Governors Horse Guard, Connecticut Militia and Troop B, Connecticut State Guard. He was awarded a 10-year service medal by the State of Connecticut for military service. During World War II, following graduation from the Horse Cavalry School at Fort Riley, Kan., he was assigned to the 124th Cavalry Regiment at Fort Brown, Brownsville, Texas, the last horse cavalry regiment in the U. S. Army. Mr. Maloney saw action with this regiment in North Burma as part of Merrils marauders and the Mars Task Force to clear North Burma and open the Burma and Ledo Road to China in 1944 and 1945. For this action he was awarded four battle stars and the Combat Infantry Badge, among other decorations. Following this campaign, he was assigned to the Chinese Combat Command at Kunming, China, until the war ended to assist in training Chinese troops. He was a past president of the Underwriters Forum of San Francisco and honorary life member. He served on many insurance industry committees in the Pacific Coast territory. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 233, Glens Falls and St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, where he served as an usher for several years. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Margaret Maloney. Survivors include his wife, Eleanor M. Maloney; his four sons: Edwin J. Maloney of Sherwood, Calif., William J. Maloney and his wife, Cynthia, of Palo Alto, Calif., Robert S. Maloney and his wife, Marilyn, of Syracuse, and Michael J. Maloney and his fiance‚, Kellie Benn, of Scotia; and his grandchildren: Kerry Maloney, Paige Maloney, Caitlin Maloney, Joseph Maloney and Meghan Maloney. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m., on Monday, April 4, at St. Mary's Church, Warren Street, Glens Falls. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Family and friends are invited and may call from 4 to 6 p.m., on Sunday, April 3, at Regan & Denny Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Road, Queensbury. Those who wish may send a remembrance in his name to St. Mary's Church, 63 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY 12801. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Mangino, Spencer C. SARATOGA SPRINGS -- Spencer C. Mangino, 4-year old son of Marcy and Rick Mangino of Jordan Drive North, died Wednesday, March 30, 2005, at his home surrounded by his family. Spencer was born on Feb. 26, 2001, in Saratoga Springs. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his sister, Mia Mangino of Saratoga Springs; his maternal grandparents, Bill Bokus of Greenfield Center and Chuck and Carolyn Saxton of Saratoga Springs; his paternal grandparents, Richard and Pauline Mangino of Saratoga Springs; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. The family would like to extend their love and thanks to Cathy Guilder and Joyce Crawford of Community Hospice of Saratoga for all of their love and support for Spencer and his family throughout the last two years. To my little man: Spencer, you came to us from heaven up above, we cared for you and nurtured you, and gave you lots of love. Now has come your time to fly, and for all of us to say goodbye. You are an angel to your sister, a prayer to Grandma Jane, a button to your Grammy, a little man who's endured such pain. You are clearly the strongest little soul any of us will ever know. Though your short life has taken a toll, we find it hard to let you go. Thank God for Lowere, Linda and Gail. They were always there to be sure you wouldn't fail. As Mia lets her balloon go, may your little soul leave with ease. As we watch it float to and fro, may your little soul rest in peace. May you run and skip and play, throw a ball and shout hurray! Mia's wish for you is to say "hello." That's her own little way to let you go. Though you have been unable to do very much, with your smile so many lives you have touched. Everyone will miss you because of your special glow. Your Mommy and Daddy shouldn't have to let you go. Life had unfortunately chosen this way, so our wish for you is to forever play. I wish I could bottle your yawn, forever kiss your toes, and give you Eskimo kisses on your sweet little nose. You will never leave my every thought, you have brought me an incredible love. May Nana and Grandpa watch over you in heaven up above. With all my love, your Mommy. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday, April 4, at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield Center. Burial will be at a later date in Greenfield Cemetery on Wilton Road, Greenfield Center. Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway (584-5373 or burkefuneralhome.com). Memorial donations may be made to the Mia Mangino Education Fund, c/o Saratoga National Bank and Trust, 171 South Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, or to the Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Published in the Post-Star from 4/1/2005 - 4/2/2005. Moore, Charles I. VALLEY FALLS -- Charles I. Moore of Ridge Road in Valley Falls, died at Samaritan Hospital in Troy on Thursday, March 31, 2005, after a sudden illness. Born in Amsterdam on Aug. 28, 1930, he was the son of the late Ira & Louise Shunk Moore Charles had been a farmer at the family farm, St. Croix Farm in Valley Falls all of his life. He was an avid square dancer and a member of the National Farm Bureau. Charles was a veteran of the United States Army. Survivors include one brother, Murray J. Moore of Buskirk, and several nieces and nephews. A brother, Kenneth W. Moore, died before him. Funeral services will be held today, April 2, at 3:30 p.m. at The Valley Falls United Methodist Church, State Street in Valley Falls. Friends and relatives may call prior to the funeral service at the church from 1 to 3 p.m. Memorial contributions in Charles' honor may be made to Johnsonville Fire Department P.O. Box 190, Johnsonville, N.Y. 12094. For directions, condolences and obituary information visit www.chasefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Chase Funeral Home, 173 Main St., Schaghticoke. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Mullen, Patricia C. HUDSON FALLS u Patricia C. Mullen, 55, of Parry Street, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, March 31, 2005, at her home. Born on June 8, 1949, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Eleanor (Olsen) Lemery of Fort Edward and the late Charles Lemery. On April 11, 1970, she married Stephen E. Mullen in Queensbury. Mrs. Mullen was employed by C.R. Bard in Queensbury for many years. She was a communicant of St. Mary's/St. Paul's Church. Her greatest enjoyment was spending time with her grandchildren. Mrs. Mullen enjoyed gardening, canning, collecting angels and was an avid shopper. She enjoyed talking to friends and family on the phone. Her family says she was a great lady, who was very compassionate and that she will be missed by all. She was looking forward to the birth of two expected grandchildren. Survivors besides her husband of 34 years, Stephen E. Mullen of Hudson Falls, and her mother, Eleanor Lemery of Fort Edward; include one son, Stephen M. Mullen of Kingsbury; two daughters, Teresa Koltz and her husband, Frederick, of South Glens Falls and Patricia Barcomb and her husband, Richard, of Hudson Falls; two grandsons, Logan Michael Barcomb and Nicholas Frederick Klotz; four sisters: Michele Hughes and her husband, Gary, of Queensbury, Cynthia Wasson and her partner, Mick Labruzzo, of Queensbury, Judith Viger and her husband, Philip, of Gansevoort, and Marianne Rogge and her husband, David, of Queensbury; three brothers: Charles E. Lemery Jr. and his wife, Doris, of Queensbury, Ronald J. Lemery and his wife, Cheryl, of Staunton, Va., and Michael J. Lemery and his partner,Donna St. John, of Queensbury; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and many special friends. Friends may call on Sunday, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday at St. Mary's/St. Paul's Church on the Park in Hudson Falls, with the Rev. Victor Owan, associate pastor, officiating. The Rite of Committal will be at St. Mary's Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward, later in the spring. The family suggests memorial donations be sent to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Osborne, Maureen Louise QUEENSBURY -- Maureen Louise Osborne, 62, of Whispering Pines Apartments, died Thursday, March 31, 2005, at home and with her loving daughter Stacey at her side. Mrs. Osborne was born in Berlin, Vt., in 1942, the daughter of the late Maurice G. Root and the late Alice E. (Reed) Root. She was a graduate of Whitcomb High School in Bethel, Vt. Mrs. Osborne was a retired secretary and administrative clerk for the state of Vermont. She was the widow of Charles W. Osborne (USAF and Vermont Air National Guard), who died in 1995. They had been married for 27 years. Mrs. Osborne is survived by her daughter, Stacey Delgaudio and her husband, Jake, of Queensbury; her son, Michael Dexter and his wife, Theary, of Palm Bay, Fla.; and her sister, Marilyn Blow of Bolton, Vt. Mrs. Osborne is also survived by her grandson, Maxwell; her two granddaughters, Adrianna and Angelina; honorary grandson, Dominick; niece, Lisa, and nephews Rick and Ken. Maureen touched the lives of many people and was an inspiration and joy to all. She loved to read, spend time at the lake and be with family. Her most precious joy was her grandson, Maxwell, and they were inseparable. She was very much loved by all and will be greatly missed. A private memorial service will be held at a later date for family and close friends in celebration of Mrs. Osborne's life. Burial will be at the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph, Vt. In honor of Mrs. Osborne and her favorite canine-buddy, "Bowman," the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the Adirondack Save-A-Stray, 4880 Route 9N, Corinth, NY 12822. Arrangements are under the direction of Stafford Funeral Home, Inc. of Lake George. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Rising, Elton B. HAGUE -- Elton B. Rising, 89, of Lakeshore Terrace, Hague, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2005, in Edgewater, Fla. Born in Hague, July 1, 1915, he was the son of the late Reginald B. and Katherine (Tyrell) Rising. Mr. Rising was a veteran of the U.S. Army Air Corps, having served during World War II. He was a resident of Hague for all of his life. Mr. Rising was the owner and operator of the Rising House Hotel of Hague for many years, and was a member of the American Legion of Hague, and the Hague Fish and Game Club. Survivors include three nephews: Peter R. Barnett of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., James Rising of Texas, and Patrick Rising of Georgia. There will be no calling hours. A private graveside service will take place later in the spring. Arrangements are under the direction of Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home of Ticonderoga. Logo Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005. Strong, Dorothy E. TICONDEROGA -- Dorothy E. Strong, 88, of Street Road, Ticonderoga, died Friday, April 1, 2005, at Moses Ludington Nursing Home, Ticonderoga. Born March 7, 1917, in Crown Point, she was the daughter of Richard T. Blair and Eva Blair from Crown Point. Mrs. Strong grew up in Crown Point and moved to Ticonderoga in 1948. She married her husband, Gordon Strong, on Dec. 23, 1941. He predeceased her. Along with her husband and his nephew, Ray Strong, they owned and operated the Crown Point Sunoco Station for many years, where she worked as a bookkeeper. She was also employed at the Ticonderoga Central School from September 1948 to 1976, first in the Streetroad school and then in Ticonderoga. She had her own square dance band for many years, playing in many of the local areas. She was a member of the Ticonderoga Methodist Church and the American Legion Auxiliary Post No. 224. Mrs. Strong is survived by several cousins, nieces, and nephews. Calling hours will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, April 4, at Harland Funeral Home, Port Henry. Funeral services will follow at 3 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be later in the spring at South Moriah Cemetery, Moriah. Published in the Post-Star on 4/2/2005.