OBITS: Post-Star 15 May 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 Harrington, Lenora J. Hudson Falls -- Lenora J. Harrington, 82, of state Route 4, died Saturday, May 14, 2005, at Fort Hudson Nursing Home. Born in Fort Edward on Jan. 25, 1923, she was the daughter of the late John and Elsie (Pease) Doty. Lenora was a graduate of Fort Edward High School, Class of 1941. On Aug 13, 1949, she married Edward B. Harrington at the Fort Edward at the United Methodist Church. She was employed at Union Bag, Doty Machine Works and Hudson Falls Junior High School. Lenora enjoyed her grandchildren and cooking for her family. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, John and Donald Doty; and a sister, Patricia Szostak. Survivors include her husband, Edward B. Harrington of Hudson Falls; a daughter, Lynne Baker and her husband, Floyd, of Hudson Falls; a granddaughter, Patricia Baker of South Glens Falls; a grandson, Kevin Baker of Hudson Falls; two sisters-in-law, Marilyn Stickney of Hudson Falls and Pam Doty of Florida; a special friend, Elsie McQuain of Schenectady; and many nieces and nephews. Friends may call from 4 to 7 Monday, May 16, at M. B. Kilmer Funeral Home, 82 Broadway, Fort Edward. Funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, at the funeral home with the Rev. Jon Bly, pastor, Vergennes United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial will at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, at Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville. The family suggests that donations be made in Lenora's memory to Fort Edward Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 226, Schuyler St., Fort Edward, NY 12828 or the Fort Hudson Nursing Home, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828. Lenora's family would like to thank the staff of G Wing at Fort Hudson Nursing Home for all the loving care they gave her. Published in the Post-Star on 5/15/2005. Marschner, Eric C. COLONIE -- Eric C. Marschner, 83, of Colonie, passed away on Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at Albany Medical Hospital, two days prior to his 84th birthday. Born in Germany, he was the son of the late Albert and Hedwig Marschner. He was a resident of the Capital District for more than 50 years. Eric was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, serving his country during World War II. He received a B.S. from Albany State Teachers College and an M.A. from Michigan State University. Mr. Marschner taught driver's education at Colonie Central High School, where he was head of the Driver Ed Department for many years. He was co-owner of the Acadia Driving School with his wife. Mr. Marschner was a former instructor of the 55 Alive Program sponsored by the A.A.R.P. He was a member of the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizens, A.A.R.P., Colonie Elks and the American Legion Zaloga Post. He was a former longtime member of the Capital District Mineral Club and the Holiday Rambler R.V. Club. Eric enjoyed celebrating his 60th wedding anniversary last May 13, 2004, with his wife, family and friends. He is the beloved husband of almost 61 years to Betty M. Marschner. He is the devoted father of Thomas Marschner and his wife, Virginia, Susan Pracher, Alan Eric Marschner and his wife, Kathaleen, Linda Gronostaj and her husband, John, Lori Kaufmann and her husband, Steve, and Kevin Marschner and his wife, Heather. He is the cherished grandfather of Kenneth and Michael Marschner, Julie and James Pracher, Melissa Marschner, Donald and Robert Witters, Ryan and Kyle Gronostaj, Kaylena and Angelene Kaufman and Justine and Logan Marschner. He was predeceased by his brother, William Marschner, and his sister, Elsie Meiner. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 11 a.m. Monday at the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1980 Central Ave., Colonie. Calling hours will precede the service from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow the service in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1980 Central Ave., Colonie, NY 12205 or the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizens Center, 2 Thunder Road, Albany, NY 12205, in memory of Eric C. Marschner. Published in the Post-Star on 5/15/2005. Nettles, Esther Lewis OXFORD, Ala. -- Esther Lewis Nettles, 91, of Oxford, Ala., and formerly of Monroe, La., passed away Friday, May 13, 2005 at her home. Mrs. Nettles was born in Galesburg, Ill., the daughter of Al Lewis and Grace Cunningham Alexander. She was a longtime resident of Monroe and West Monroe. She was the owner and operator for many years of Esther's Shades Restaurant in Monroe. Mrs. Nettles was a member of the American Legion Post 111 in Oxford, Ala. She was preceded in death by her parents, Al Lewis, Grace Cunningham Alexander and stepfather, L.O. Alexander; one sister, Mary Taylor; and great- granddaughter, Grace Ellen Holmes. Survivors include one son, James C. Ray of Saratoga Springs; two daughters, Judy Ray and her husband, Gerald Mostella, and Esther Grace and her husband, John Allen Johnston; one sister, Margie Hoff of West Monroe, La.; nine grandchildren; and seven great- grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was also survived by her companion, Robert McCrary of Oxford, Ala. Mrs. Nettles was the grandmother of Rachael Ray. The celebration of life and funeral service for Esther Lewis Nettles, will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 16, 2005, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, La., with the Rev. Robert Inzina officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Steve Taylor, David Gilmore, Alex Gilmore, Paul Holmes, Phil Rodrigue and James Rodrigue. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2005, at the funeral home. Published in the Post-Star on 5/15/2005. Rogers, Fred D. QUEENSBURY -- Fred D. Rogers, 90, passed away Friday, May 13, 2005, at Glens Falls Hospital. He was born May 29, 1914, in Glens Falls, the son of Bernard and Frances (Connor) Rogers. He was a World War II Army veteran. Fred was a milkman for Borden Company retiring in 1977 after many years of service. He and his wife Marion delivered Meals on Wheels for 8 years. Fred enjoyed bowling, golf, and the horse racing at Saratoga. He went to 40 National ABC Tournaments and was a life member. He was a charter member of Glens Falls Bowling Association. He was in the local Hall of Fame, 700 Club and the Glens Falls Bowling Association Hall of Fame. He was also a member of the Employees League at Pine Lane from 1964 - 1965 to 1985 - 1986, and the Glens Falls Inter-City League at Broadway Lanes for 30 years 1974-75 to 2005. He was also secretary and treasure for both leagues. Survivors include his wife of 71 years, Marion Rogers of Queensbury; his children, Marion Longden and her husband, Robert, of Fort Edward, Fred D. Rogers Jr. and his wife, Rosemary, of Glens Falls, Sandra Hunt and her husband, Ken, of Cibolo, Texas, Terry Rogers and his wife, Debra, of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., William Rogers and his wife, Mary Ann, of Glens Falls, Knox Rogers and his wife, Judith, of Sedona, Ariz., Michele Jarvis and her husband, Sam, of Allentown, Pa.; one brother, William Rogers and his wife, Harriet, of Glens Falls; 19 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be private. Interment will be at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m Monday at Sullivan-Minahan & Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Amanda House, 22 Henry St., P.O. Box 472, Glens Falls, NY 12801, or a charity of one's choice. Published in the Post-Star from 5/14/2005 - 5/15/2005. Vaughn, Donald L. Lake George -- Donald L. Vaughn, 68, of Route 9L, Lake George, passed away Friday morning, May 13, 2005, at Glens Falls Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, following a short illness. Born Feb. 15, 1937, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Fredrick and Helen (Irish) Vaughn. Don attended the one-room schoolhouse on the corner of Bay Road and Route 149 until his enlistment in the United States Air Force in May of 1955 until his honorable discharge in September of 1963. While stationed in Texas, he met and, two weeks later, married 14-year-old Blanche Osteen, sharing 45 wonderful years together until her untimely passing on Don's birthday, Feb. 15, 2001. On March 15, 2002, one month after dating, Don married the second love of his life, Freda (Palmer) LaBarge, sharing three short, but close, loving years together until his untimely passing. Don worked for the town of Queensbury at the landfill as a heavy equipment operator, retiring after many dedicated years of faithful service. His enjoyments included ice fishing, going for rides to view the beautiful Adirondack scenery and wildlife, cruising on his favorite motorcycle, and traveling both near and far to play bingo with his wife and family. Above all, Don truly loved his family. He always looked forward to visiting with his kids and grandkids, getting together to eat, or to simply chat about all the events a typical day might bring, especially about the wildlife he would see. Besides his loving wife, Freda Vaughn of Lake George, survivors include one son, Donald Vaughn and his fiance‚, Lynn Morehouse, of Glens Falls; one daughter, Tina Parker and her husband, William, of Athol; nine stepchildren; seven grandchildren; several stepgrandchildren; onegreat-granddaughter; two sisters, Mary Lou Goodson and her husband, Dave, of Stony Creek, and Sue Miller and her husband, Marvin, of Florida; one daughter-in-law, Judy Mabb of Glens Falls; a former daughter-in-law, Carol Morrison, also of Glens Falls; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends. At Don's request, there will be no calling hours. A casual attire memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 17, at 2 p.m. at Maynard D. Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, with the Rev. Dawn Robbins, pastor of the United Methodist Church of Warrensburg, officiating. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in loving memory of Don to Glens Falls Hospital, 3WB Oncology Unit, 100 Park St., Glens Falls, NY, 12801. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the staff of 3WB Oncology Unit of Glens Falls Hospital, with special recognition to Dr. Martelo and Dr. Ambrad, for all of their care and comfort provided to Don. Published in the Post-Star from 5/14/2005 - 5/15/2005.