OBITS: Post-Star 16 Feb 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 Bain, Jane T. SOUTH GLENS FALLS -- Jane T. Bain, 78, of Midtown Apartments, South Glens Falls, peacefully passed away at home Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, Born Jane T. Tague in Syracuse, N.Y., she was preceeded in death by her parents, Ernest and Gertrude (Stilwell) Tague and her sister, Anne Tague Corrigan all of Syracuse, N.Y. Jane is survived by her three children, Anne Sharpe and her husband, Benjamin, of Glens Falls, Susan Bain and her husband, James Malone, of Fort Myers, Fla., and Mark Bain and his wife, Tina, of Ada, Mich.; Jane was also the proud grandmother of Adam and Kateri Sharpe of Glens Falls and Christopher and Matthew Bain of Ada, Mich. and stepgrandmother of six. Jane was a graduate of Syracuse University, receiving a Bachelors of Fine Arts and Fashion Illustration, and pursued her love of drawing all her life. She had exhibited at Crandall Public Library, local shops, and in a traveling exhibit of blind and visually impaired artists. She was also a local artisan producing hand-knit sweaters and quilted pillows that she sold at local shops and craft fairs. Jane's last years were comforted by her devoted personal assistants Margaret Rounds, Betsy Parker, Sarah Mannell, AnnaLiza Alejandro, Noreen Conway, Allene Hanna, RoseAnn Berg, Yvonne Grinnel, Susan Corrigan, and Estella Duval-Brosen. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Feb. 18, 2005, at Sullivan-Minahan & Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury. The family suggests that contributions in memory of Jane may be made to Glens Falls Associaton of the Blind, 144 Ridge St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or Charles R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801. Published in the Post-Star on 2/16/2005. Butler, JoAnn HUDSON FALLS -- JoAnn Butler, 64, of LaClaire Street, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at her home, after a long illness. Born on April 19, 1940, in Fort Edward, she was the daughter of the late Abraham and Marguerite (Boyer) Deso. On July 5, 1959, she married James J. Butler in South Hartford. JoAnn was employed for many years at Mallinkrodt in Argyle and most recently worked at Bates Industries in Moreau. She loved spending time with her family and going to lawn sales with her husband. JoAnn also enjoyed tending to her flower gardens, watching birds and going on family vacations in Maine. JoAnn was predeceased by her parents; her brother, Edward J. Deso; her son, Timothy J. Butler Sr.; and her grandson, James Yasko. Survivors, in addition to her husband, James J. Butler of Hudson Falls, include her children, SuAnne (Edward) Yasko of Fort Edward, Marguerite (Craig) Saunders of Glens Falls, Mary Beth (David) Seabury of Whitehall, Sharon Butler and her fiance, Wes Cary, of Hudson Falls, Thomas (Tracy) Butler of Dunnellon, Fla., Sheila (Timothy) McDougall of Argyle and James J. Butler Jr. of Hudson Falls; her sisters, Rosemary Deso, Jeanne Marshall and Carolyn Ballard; her 10 grandchildren, Edward Yasko, Jeremy Stevens, Timothy J. Butler Jr., Patrick Stevens, Joseph Butler, Justin Stevens, Rebecca Butler, Angelica McDougall, Ian Saunders and Destiny McDougall; her two great-grandchildren, Dylan Stevens and Christopher Yasko; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends may call on Thursday from 3 to 6 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St. in Hudson Falls. Funeral services will be conducted at 6 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home, with the Rev. Rodney Mosher, pastor of the West Mountain Community Church, officiating. After the funeral services, everyone is welcome to the family home at 18 LaClaire St., in Hudson Falls. The family suggests that memorial donations be made to the Fort Edward Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 226, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Published in the Post-Star from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Corlew, Leonard J. Hague -- Leonard J. Corlew, 89, of Hague, passed from this Earth on Sunday, Feb. 13, 2005, at the Moses-Ludington Hospital of Ticonderoga. He was born in Weavertown on May 12, 1915, where he received his education in a one-room schoolhouse. He was the son of the late Merton and Jennie (Parker) Corlew. Leonard possessed the inner qualities of the prototype of the original classic Adirondacker of the 20th century. He was private, supremely independent, profoundly kind, a gifted mechanic, and an inventive tinkerer of clocks and all things mechanical. Leonard excelled in fishing and boating on Lake George; rabbit hunting; and he loved his treks through the woods on snowshoes and snowmobiles. Leonard had military hitches throughout the 1930s and 1940s. Between 1938 and 1941, he enjoyed being a Sergeant in Bolton Landing's Civil Conservation Corp. (The C.C.C.'s) He often spoke of the extended conversations he had with the acclaimed American Artist/Sculptor, David Smith. He also enjoyed relaying amusing stories of mountain lions and Sagamore celebrities, like Eleanor Roosevelt, etc., that stemmed from his C.C.C. experience. It was at this time (1939) that he wed his beloved wife, LuLu May. He moved to Hague and after the war lived in the same home for 60 years. He demonstrated a steadfast love of his wife of 51 years and of his devoted dog, "Mike." Although tactical about his service in World War II, he never-theless was a decorated veteran and served courageously in both the European and Asian fronts (1941-1946). He enjoyed work in International Paper Company and served loyally from 1946 to 1976. Leonard was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post No. 224 of Ticonderoga and an NRA member. Leonard cherished his retirement years. He enjoyed the peace and beauty of Lake George and home. Leonard was a master organic gardener who specialized in beautiful tomatoes and magnificent roses. He loved cowboy and Native American literature, and he was most proud of his Seneca ancestry. The Seneca within him surfaced when he interpreted nature signs to explain his world. Special thanks to Meals on Wheels, Caregivers, and to High Peaks Home Hospice Staff, expecially Suzette La Vallee for their extraordinary expertise and heart. His treasured wife, LuLu, predeceased him by 16 years. Survivors include one brother, Harold Corlew of Queensbury; and three sisters, Clara Smith of Fort Edward, Ruth Perkins of Crown Point, and Mary Corlew of Queensbury; one brother-in-law and sister-in-law, George and Ida May of Hague; and numerous nieces and nephews; his close friend and caregiver, Mary Lou Doulin; and his hound "Sherlock." On May 12, 2005, (his 90th birthday), there will be a graveside service at the May Memorial Cemetery of Hague at a time to be announced. Friends and family are welcome. Arrangements are under the direction of Wilcox & Regan Funeral Home of Ticonderoga. Published in the Post-Star on 2/16/2005. Lafayette, Cecilia Mary WHITEHALL -- Cecilia Mary Lafayette, 83 of West Street, Whitehall, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2005, at the Rutland Regional Medical Center, Rutland, Vt. Cele was born on Sept. 21, 1921, in Whitehall, the daughter of the late Daniel J. and Catherine (Whalen) Duffy. She married Oscar E. Lafayette on June 3, 1944, in Florida. She attended school in Whitehall and was employed as a waitress in several establishments including the Roma Restaurant, Silver Diner and Skene Manor. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a member of Unit 83 American Legion Auxiliary and a communicant of Our Lady of Hope Roman Catholic Church. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by a son, Richard David Lafayette, two brothers, Daniel Joseph and Richard David Duffy (killed in action in World War II) and two sisters, Theresa Duffy and Marion E. Middleton. Cele is survived by her husband, Oscar; a son, James F. Lafayette and his wife, Maureen, of Whitehall; two daughters, Mary Jean Inglee and her husband, Harold, of Rutland, Vt., and Maura Ann Lafayette of Whitehall. She is also survived by her sister, Margaret Ellen Sickles of Kingston; 11 grandchildren, Rhonda Lator of Goodyear, Ariz., Sandra Lavin of Whitehall, Shannon Foster of Rutland, Vt., Penny Natoli of Proctor, Vt., Kathleen Brooks of Gansevoort, Jean Paul Lafayette of Greenville, N.C., James P. Lafayette of Glens Falls, James P. Brooks, Daniel Lafayette and Rachel Householder all of Whitehall, and Andrew Black of Vanceboro, N.C.; 10 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Hope Church in Whitehall on Friday, Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Francis Dunbar, officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, at Jillson Funeral Home Inc., 46 Williams St., Whitehall. A rosary will be recited in her honor at 8 p.m. Interment will take place in the spring at Our Lady of Angels Cemetery, Whitehall. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the American Legion Post No. 83 in Whitehall following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to The Skenesborough Rescue Squad, Box 333, Whitehall, NY 12887 or St. Jude's Children's Hospital, Memorial and Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942. Published in the Post-Star on 2/16/2005. MacMore, Ruth Nailor HUDSON FALLS -- Ruth Nailor MacMore, 85, of 2 St. Paul's Drive, Hudson Falls, died at Glens Falls Hospital, Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, after a short illness. Born on May 16, 1919, in Springfield, Vt., she was the daughter of the late Earl and Winnie (Richardson) Nailor. She married Stanley S. MacMore on Oct. 1, 1945. They lived for many years on Vaughn Road in the Town of Kingsbury. Mr. MacMore died on May 15, 1985. Ruth graduated from Hudson Falls High School in 1937, and attended Albany Business College. During World War Il, she worked at the Watervliet Arsenal and in the accounting department of General Electric in Schenectady. In later years, she worked part time at Sears. Throughout her life, Mrs. MacMore was an active member of the Wesleyan Methodist Church. She was also an assistant Girl Scout Leader and a Cub Scout Den Mother. For eight years she delivered Meals on Wheels in the Glens Falls area. Ruth enjoyed camping and traveling with her family. Her hobbies were crocheting and crafts, flower gardening and bird watching. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Besides her parents and her husband, she was predeceased by her older brother, David Eugene Nailor; and her son-in-law, David C. Dearlove. She is survived by four children, Joan M. Dearlove of Hudson Falls, Bruce N. MacMore and his wife, Sue, of South Glens Falls, Cynthia M. Kilday and her husband, William, of Bondville, Vt. and Amy M. Sullivan and her husband, Patrick, of Woodbridge, Va.; four grandchildren, Lynnette D. Dougher and her husband, Tristen, of Hudson Falls, Jason MacMore of Boston, Chad MacMore of South Glens Falls, and William Kilday of Bondville, Vt.; two great-grandsons, Ian and Aidan Dougher of Hudson Falls; and several cousins. Friends may call on Wednesday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 136 Warren St. in Glens Falls. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday at the Kingsbury Wesleyan Church on Green Barn Road in the town of Kingsbury, with the Rev. Loren E. Gage, pastor, officiating. Spring interment will take place at Oakland Cemetery, Springfield, Vt. Gifts in Ruth's memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 959 Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804 or The Kingsbury Wesleyan Church, 273 Green Barn Road, Hudson Falls, NY 12839. Published in the Post-Star from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Rivers Sr., James R. South Glens Falls -- James R. Rivers Sr., 69, of Spring Street, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Glens Falls Hospital on Nov. 9, 1935, he was the son of the late Leo Henry and Mary Estella (Robare) Rivers. James and Muriel (Hopkins) were married Dec. 7, 1956, in South Glens Falls. He was employed by Glens Falls Armory, Moore's Lumber, Glens Falls Civic Center, Village of South Glens Falls, and Glens Falls Hospital. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, watching the N.Y. Giants and sitting on the front porch enjoying the neighborhood. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his eight brothers: Herbert and Lawrence Trombley, Joseph, Roland, Norman, Francis, William and Fred Rivers; three sisters: Lena Trombley, Loretta Stimpson, and Lorraine Donovan; and his son-in-law, Timothy L. McCane. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Muriel "Fay" (Hopkins) Rivers; a brother, Harry and his wife, Sharon Rivers, of Fort Edward; six children: James and his wife, Lillian Rivers Jr., of Hudson Falls and their daughters, Angela, Andrea and Jamie; Susan McCane and her companion, Frank Thornton, of South Glens Falls and her sons, Timothy and William; Brenda and John Keyser of Fort Edward their sons, Dylan and Lucas; Brian Rivers and his fiance, Sherry Svoboda, of South Glens Falls and his daughter, Brienna; Donald and Julie Rivers of South Glens Falls and their sons, Jonathan, Jacob and Jordan; Scott and Kimberly Rivers of Glens Falls and their children, Brandon, Karissa, and Nathan; three great-grandchildren, Hayden McCane, Maddison McCane and Carter Baldwin, all of Hudson Falls; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and special friends. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2005, at M.B. Kilmer Funeral Home, 136 Main St., South Glens Falls. www.kilmers.com. Funeral services will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, at the funeral home with the Rev. Robert Ellsworth, Hospice of Saratoga chaplain, and the Rev. Father C. Michael Abraham, pastor of Chapel of the Archagel Gabriel, officiating. Burial will be in the Spring at the Southside Cemetery, South Glens Falls. Donations may be made in Jim's name to Charles R. Wood Cancer Center, Glens Falls Hospital, 102 Park St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 and to Saratoga County Hospice, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Published in the Post-Star from 2/15/2005 - 2/16/2005. Robinson, Cora A. CORINTH -- Cora A. Robinson, 72, of Pine Street, died Monday, Feb. 14, 2005, at Saratoga Hospital following a short illness. Born on Nov. 21, 1932, in Northville, she was the daughter of the late Andrew and Alberta (Scribner) Smith. Mrs. Robinson attended school in Stony Creek. She married Leon M. Robinson on Christmas Day in 1948. The couple resided in Corinth for many years. He also died on Feb. 14, 2004. Mrs. Robinson worked at the Wilton Developmental Center for 20 years until her retirement in 1987. She helped with the Meals on Wheels Program at the Corinth Senior Center. Mrs. Robinson loved gardening, reading and enjoyed being with her family. Besides her husband and her parents, one son, Leon Robinson Jr.; one sister, and one brother, all died before her. Survivors include three daughters, Sandra Clothier and her husband, Brent of Las Vegas, Nev., Sheila Mae Potter and her husband, Tom, of Blue Mountain Lake, and Susan Smead and her husband, Scott, of Corinth; one son, Kevin Robinson of Queensbury; one brother, Carl Colson and his wife, Helen, of Corinth; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, 2005, at Densmore Funeral Home, Inc., 7 Sherman Ave., Corinth with Lawrence Willette, Deacon at St. Clements Church, Saratoga Springs, officiating. Spring burial will be at Luzerne Cemetery, Lake Luzerne. Friends may call from 7 to 9 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. The family suggests memorials take the form of donations to the charity of one's choice. Published in the Post-Star on 2/16/2005. Roblee, Violet E. Brant Lake -- Violet E. Roblee, 87, died unexpectedly at her home Monday, Feb. 14, 2005. Born in the town of Horicon, on Dec. 15, 1917, she was the daughter of the late Walter C. and Clara (Davis) Meade. Violet graduated in one of the first graduating classes of the Horicon Central School in Brant Lake and from the Adirondack Business School in Glens Falls. She worked as a bookkeeper for Kettenbach Brothers and later A&P grocery store in Chestertown. Violet was a communicant and active member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Brant Lake and worked as a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. She will be remembered for the great love she had for her family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Edward G. Roblee, whom she married on Oct. 6, 1963, and passed away on June 3, 1985; one sister, Judith Ross; one brother, Walter Meade; one nephew, David Walter McKee, and three brothers-in-law, Howard W. McKee, Donald Frazier, and Robert Ross, all died before her. Survivors include two sisters, Madeline Meade of Brant Lake, Mildred McKee of Warrensburg; one brother, Howard B. Meade and his wife, Janice, of Brant Lake; one sister-in-law, Mildred Frazier of Chestertown; also 10 nieces, nephews, and several grandnieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 17, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, state Route 8, Brant Lake, with the Rev. Robert Limpert officiating. Spring burial will at Chester Rural Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call today, Feb 16, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Barton-McDermott Funeral Home, Inc., 9 Pine St., Chestertown. Pallbearers will be her nephews, Randy Meade, Kent Meade, Craig Meade, Bryan Frazier, Justin McKee, and Craig Meade Jr. Memorials may be made in Violet's name to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 119 Brant Lake, NY 12815. Published in the Post-Star on 2/16/2005.