Charles N. “Skip” Annette Jr.
Charles N. “Skip” Annette Jr., age 77, of Prospect Street, passed away Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 with his wife and daughters at his side after a long illness.
Born Jan. 2, 1941 in Tupper Lake, he was the son of Charles N. Annette Sr. and Bella J. Bradley.
Charles spent two years studying in college, and in 1960 he joined the U.S. Air Force and served our country until 1980, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant as a jet engine mechanic.
While in the Air Force, Skip worked as an auto mechanic for 33 years at Sears until his retirement in 2003.
On Nov. 24, 1962, Charles married the love of his life, Jane Papin, at St. Alphonsus Church in Tupper Lake.
In his spare time, he enjoyed being a HAM radio operator as well as fishing, hunting, and woodworking. He was a member of the Chestertown Rod and Gun Club, Camp “Cherryknoll” in Tupper Lake and the NRA.
In addition to his parents, Charles was predeceased by his brother, Bradley Annette and a special Aunt Pat Bradley.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Jane Annette; his two daughters, Paula (Bill) Sterrett of Bellevue, Nebraska, and Jill Annette (Greg Clark) of Weeping Water, Nebraska; his grandchildren, Ryan Sterrett of Bellevue, Nebraska, and Hunter and Hailey Clark of Weeping Water, Nebraska.
At the family’s request, there will be no calling hours.
Burial will take place in the spring in Tupper Lake, at a time chosen by the family.
Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.
Linda A. Beaudette
Linda A. Beaudette passed away on September 17, 2018 at Mercy Living Center. Linda was born on May 13, 1948 in Tupper Lake, to Henry and Althena (Gillis) Staves.
She married Wayne Beaudette on April 18, 1968 at Fort Dix, N.J.
He predeceased her on April 10, 1993. Linda graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1966 and went on to work at Sunmount DDSO as Program Manager until her retirement in May 2003.
Linda is survived by her son Scott Beaudette and his wife Deborah, her granddaughter Kaitlyn Beaudette, a nephew Eric Staves and his wife Kim and their two children, and her long time companion Brian Hesseltine. She is predeceased by her son Eric Beaudette, her husband Wayne and her brother Bruce Staves.
Family will receive friends from 1p.m. to 2p.m., with a funeral service immediately following, on Saturday, September 22, 2018, at Stuart Fortune Keough Funeral Home, Tupper Lake.
Burial will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad.
Ronald A. Martin, 85
Ronald A Martin, 85, of Tupper Lake passed away Saturday, September 15 at his home.
Born June 9, 1933 in Conifer, he was the son of Arthur and Myrtle (Blair) Martin. He was a graduate of Tupper High class of 1953. On July 21, 1953 he entered the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged June 1955.
He married the former Edith Rossa in 1957.
Mr. Martin worked for a time at Whitney Industries.
In 1972 was hired for the Village of Tupper Lake. He retired superintendent of public works in 1997.
He is survived by two sons; Glenn and Neal, four grandchildren; Logan, Trent, Kylie and Ethen.
He was pre-deceased by his wife Edith and son, Stephen.
A graveside service is scheduled for 2p.m. Sunday, September 23 at St. Alphonsus cemetery.
Arrangements are with the Stuart-Fortune-keough funeral home.
Lois Gnann
On September 4th, 2018, Lois Gnann passed away peacefully. She enjoyed her last days in beautiful Adirondack weather at the home she built with her family.
Lois loved living in the Adirondack mountains, moving to Tupper Lake in 1973 and climbing each of the 46 HighPpeaks shortly thereafter.
She welcomed any chance to spend time outdoors; rain, shine, or snow, with her husband (Jerry), boys (Abe, Jake, and Eli), and a Labrador Retriever at her side!
Lois was brought to this area not only for its beauty but also to pursue a teaching career at the Tupper Lake Schools.
Many local residents will remember her as their teacher, their fellow faculty member, their children’s teacher and perhaps their mentor.
She thrived on teaching and took great joy seeing the look of triumph on a student’s face as they exclaimed “Oh, I get it now!”
In lieu of flowers or donations to Lois’ family, please contribute to the Adirondack Foundation Alice and Paul Grulich Memorial Scholarship Fund which meant so much to her (www.adirondackfoundation.org/give-now).
Mark Pelno, 63
Mark James Pelno, 63, of Tupper Lake passed away at home, Sunday September 9.
Born in Tupper Lake January 14, 1955, he was the son of Lorne and Mable (Vibert) Pelno
Mark is survived by his lifetime partner, companion and best friend of 33 years, Joe Scungio, of Tupper Lake. They met in Largo, Florida on October 20, 1985.
Survivors include his sister Janet Perth and her husband Carl of Tupper Lake, his brother Wayne Pelno and his wife, Nakin Kim both of Tupper Lake, his brother James Pelno and his wife Anna of Forestport, New York, his sister Carol Rockwell of Spring Hill, Florida, his brother Larry Pelno and his brother Terry and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his mother and father, Mable and Lorne Pelno.
Mark moved to Florida in 1977 and began a career in the hospitality industry and started his work at the prestigious Belleair Golf & Country Club, in Belleair, Florida and worked his way up to Assistant Club Manager where he was employed there through 1997.
In 1997 he was named Club Manager of Cypress Run Golf Club, Tarpon Springs, Florida for three years before moving back to Tupper Lake in May of 2000.
In 2001 he became the Restaurant Manager of the prestigious Wawbeek Resort until returning to Sarasota, Florida in October, 2004. He returned to Tupper Lake in September 2008 and eventually retired.
He loved his family members and his hobbies were fishing, camping, gardening and cooking for others. He particularly enjoyed entertaining and cooking for friends and family.
His wishes were not to have a memorial, but instead, when buried and yet to be determined, a gathering of family and friends to celebrate his life.
Neil LaClair, 77
CW4 (Ret.) Neil Roy LaClair, 77, of Cusseta, GA, passed away at his residence on Friday, September 7, 2018.
A memorial service was held on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at 11a.m. at the Chapel of Watson-Tante Funeral Home. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mr. Bobby Penny, Larry and Marilyn Hauck. The family greeted friends one hour prior to service time.
Mr. LaClair was born October 28, 1940, in Sutton, VT, to Roy I. and Winona Niles LaClair.
He began his military career in the United States Marine Corps and retired from the United States Army at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4.
He served two tours in Korea and was given many medals and awards. Moving to Georgia from Germany 41 years ago, he was a member of the VFW and River Cities Model A Club.
Mr. LaClair loved hunting, fishing, gardening, and animals. A collector of old things, he was especially fond of classic cars. While living in Tupper Lake, he and his brother, owned a Mobil Service Station.
Mr. LaClair was Methodist by faith.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Delite Jean LaClair.
He is survived by two sons, Allen and Deborah LaClair of Columbia, PA, and Christopher and Kathy LaClair of Cusseta, GA; by two daughters, Bonnie and Jack Bennett of Glenwood, GA, and Peggy and Kevin Boggs of Raleigh, NC; a brother, Roger “Luke” LaClair of Tupper Lake; a sister, Barbara and Marvin Pickering of Piercefield; eleven grandchildren, Corey, Casey, Jason Webb, Abby, Emily, Amanda, Chelsea, Jason, Andrew, Melissa, and Timothy and fourteen great-grandchildren, Annabelle, Christine, Little Corey, Lexi, Khai, William, Aiden, Isabell, Gabriel, Charlie, Aliyah, Drew, Ashton, and Kennedy
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Columbus Hospice, 7020 Moon Road, Columbus, GA, 31909.
Please visit www.watsontantefuneralhome.com to sign the online guest register.
Watson-Tante Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Barbara Ann Tarbox
Barbara Ann Tarbox, 88, of Church Road, died Saturday, Sept 8, 2018, at Upstate Medical Center in Syracuse.
She was born February 19, 1930, in Malone, a daughter of the late, Harold & Emma “Pearl” Eggleston Russell.
She was a graduate of Tupper Lake High School and on April 17, 1948, she married Leon David Tarbox in Piercefield, NY. Mr. Tarbox died March 30, 1994.
Surviving are her six children: Nancy Tarbox of TX, Kathleen (Donald) Charleson of Potsdam, Virginia Clough of Potsdam, Philip Tarbox of Plattsburgh, Bruce (Stacey) Tarbox of Potsdam and Paul Tarbox of TX; two brothers, Robert “Bud” Russell of Tupper Lake and Earl Russell of Rochester; a sister, Janice Werner of Rochester; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild (on the way). She will also be remembered by a son-in-law, Chester Cota.
In addition to her husband, Barbara was predeceased by a daughter, Jewina “Wendy” Cota (2007); a son, Stanley Tarbox (2016); and three brothers, Gerald, Patrick and James Russell.
Barbara enjoyed doing puzzles, knitting, crocheting, cooking, collecting pig memorabilia, hunting and fishing and she was a member of a bowling league in Potsdam.
Services and interment will be held privately for the family at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Lawrence County Cancer Fund or to the Potsdam Humane Society.
Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.lawrencefuneralhome.org
Services for three to be held Sunday, September 16
Services for Robert Pierson, Anne Keeler Pierson and Flora Pierson will be held at the United Community Church this Sunday, September 16 at 12:30 p.m.
Burial will follow in the Lakeview Cemetery.
Philip “Peachy” Denis
Philip “Peachy” Denis passed away suddenly on July 15, 2018 while visiting his daughter near Syracuse.
Born July 4, 1951, he was the son of Armand and Lucille (LeBlanc) Denis.
He attended local schools and enlisted in the Army in 1971 serving in Germany and Hawaii during the Vietnam war. He was honorably discharged from the Army in 1973.
He returned to Tupper Lake where he made his home and was employed as a mechanic in several garages before moving to Syracuse area in the 1980's.
Philip returned again to Tupper Lake and was employed at Sunmount until he retired in 2014.
He is survived by one son, Shawn Denis and fiance Brittany Mansfield and two daughters, Cindy Bradley and Melissa and husband, Joe Bruno, and four grandchildren, Ariana and Bracin Bruno and Chris and Danielle.
Also surviving is a step grandson, Jack. He is also survived by one brother, Henry Denis and his wife Pamela Wood Denis, four sisters- Sandy Benware, Sue Illingworth, Laurie Denis all of Tupper Lake and Sheila and Robert Giustino of Warrensburgh. He is also survived by one aunt, Theresa Leblanc. He leaves behind too many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his mother and father, one brother, Armand Roy Denis, and one sister, Patricia Allen.
Peachy enjoyed fishing and hunting with his brothers. He also enjoyed carpentry, rebuilding old cars and hanging out with his nephew David who spent a lot of time with him the past few years. His favorite pasttime was spending time with his grandchildren, Ariana and Bracin, who he loved dearly.
He is loved and missed by all his family and friends.
Lonnie Stephen LaFave, 47
Lonnie Stephen LaFave, 47
Lonnie Stephen LaFave of Neodesha, KS passed away unexpectedly on August 14, 2018 at the age of 47.
He was born on June 17 1971, the son of Stephen and Darlene (Pickering) LaFave.
He attended Tupper Lake Central schools. Later he worked as a mechanic for Leroy’s Auto Sales before moving to Kansas where he worked in multiple facets of the concrete business.
He is survived by three children- Stephen, Alisha and Rilee LaFave, all of Kansas. He is also survived by his mother Darlene LaFave, sister Sonya Wells and brother in law Jeffrey Wells of Tupper Lake, brother Ryan LaFave and sister in law Ashley LaFave of Washougal, WA and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his father Steve; paternal grandparents Francis and Yvonne LaFave; maternal grandparents Clarence and Lila Pickering.
Lonnie was a passionate hunter and fisherman, spending his happiest moments at the river or walking for miles in the woods hunting- sharing his enthusiasm for nature with his daughter Rilee as she spent countless hours by his side.
Lonnie’s passing has left a hole in the hearts of his family and friends who will always remember his infectious laughter, smile and the uncanny ability to master everything he attempted in life.
Burial will take place at St Alphonsus Cemetery along with a Celebration of Life at a later date once his family receives his remains as his wishes were to return home to his beloved Adirondack Mountains.
Wilbur J. Lamica
Wilbur J. Lamica
Wilbur J. Lamica, 95, passed away, Sunday August 5, 2018 at his home. Born July 4, 1923 in Tupper Lake, he was the son of Wilbur and Pearl (Farmer) Lamica.
Wilbur was valedictorian, HGA class of 1942.
He was employed as a mechanic and later foreman at the O.W.D. Corp., retiring in 1985.
Wilbur was a communicant of St. Alphonsus church. He was the patriarch of the Lamica family, being always very generous and thoughtful to his siblings.
He is survived by one brother Ronald and several nieces and nephews. He was pre-deceased by two brothers- Irvin and Arlen, three sisters- Joan Denis, Lois LaFountain and Joyce Savage.
Calling hours are scheduled for Thursday, August 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home in Tupper Lake. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 12 noon, Friday at St. Alphonsus church. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider High Peaks Hospice.
Kenneth (Corky) Ormsby, 62
Kenneth (Corky) Ormsby, 62
Kenneth (Corky) Ormsby, 62, of West Melbourne, Florida, formerly of Tupper Lake passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 31, 2018 at the UNC Hospital in Chapel Hill North Carolina.
Kenneth was born in Plattsburgh to Elizabeth and Kenneth Ormsby on August 3, 1955.
He graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1973. Ken worked as a Union Electrician.
He married Sherry Towers on December 31, 1977. Sherry passed away January 16, 2008.
Corky moved to Florida in 2010 and resided there until his passing.
He is survived by his two sons, Steven and Travis Ormsby, both of Tupper Lake. He is also survived by three grandchildren Steven Ormsby Jr., Hazel Ormsby, and Hayden Ormsby. He is survived by his two sisters, Peggy of Alaska, Laurie Ormsby and two brothers, Vince and Dave, all of Tupper Lake.
He was predeceased by his wife, Sherry and his parents.
There will be no calling hours. Memorial donations in Corky's memory can be made to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad, PO Box 901, Tupper Lake, NY 12986.
A celebration of Corky's life will be held at the convenience of the family.
Grace Sheila “Gracie” (Russell) Grammo
Grace Sheila “Gracie” (Russell) Grammo
Grace “Gracie” Sheila (Russell) Grammo, 79, of Stephens City, Virginia passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, at Winchester Medical Center.
Gracie was born in 1938 in Tupper Lake, the daughter of the late Ralph and Julia Russell. She was a registered nurse, retiring in 2003 from Capital Women’s Care LLC.
Gracie enjoyed spending Tuesdays playing cards with her neighbor lady friends and playing three card poker at the casino. She loved traveling with her husband, Reynald, during his career to the Philippines, Germany, Thailand, Nepal, and Uruquay.
Her greatest passion was her family….spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She attended St. Bridget of Ireland Catholic Church in Berryville, Virginia.
She married Reynald P. Grammo on October 22, 1960 in Tupper Lake.
Surviving with her husband of 57 years is a daughter, Amy Feather (Scott); sons, Mark Grammo (Julianna), Michael Grammo (Kathy), Jeffrey Grammo (Donna); daughter-in-law, Angela L. Grammo; grandchildren, Kellie Davis, Jason, Sheila, Michael (LeAnne), Travis (Caroline), Jonathan, Savannah, Jordan, Audrey Grammo, Stefanie Gochnour, Jacob Fahrenthold, Mason Adams, Cameron Feather; great grandchildren, Gracie, Joshua, Jackson, Joseph, Tyler, Preston; sisters, Sally Poirier, Nance Green, Helen “Peg” Cole, Sioux Collier; brothers, William, Ralph, Robert “Tom”, and Michael Russell; and many dear and loving friends, especially Ann, Rose Marie, Sharon, and Dottie.
Preceding her in death is a son, Paul Douglas Grammo; sister, Irene Russell; and brother, John Russell.
A gathering of family and friends was from 12:30 p.m. to 2p.m. on Monday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
A funeral service was conducted at 2 p.m. on Monday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel with Father Paul M. Grankauskus officiating. Interment was private.
Memorial contributions in Gracie’s memory may be made to Shenandoah Oncology Angel Fund, 400 Campus Blvd, Suite 100, Winchester, Virginia 22601 or Stephens City Volunteer Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 253, Stephens City, Virginia 22655.
Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome
Golda Marie Bohin
Golda Marie Bohin
Golda Marie Bohin, 87, of Tupper Lake, passed away, Sunday July 15, 2018 at her home.
Born April 7, 1931 in Tupper Lake, she was the daughter of Mike and Sophia (Pictro) Bohin. She is survived by two sons; Bill and his wife Robin and Eddie. Also surviving are grandchildren; Willy, Cathy, Sandy, Edna, Joanne, Evelyn and Janet.
Calling hours are scheduled for Wednesday, July 18 from noon until 2p.m. followed by a funeral service at 2p.m. at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home. Burial will be in St. Alphonsus Cemetery.
Reginald LaPlant, 66
Reginald LaPlant, 66
Reginald "Snowman" LaPlant,66, of Tupper Lake, passed away June 23, 2018 at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake. He had many life accomplishments.
He is survived by his wife Judy of 38 years, one son, Reginald Jr. and one daughter, Becky and her companion Mitch.
He also leaves behind his two grandchildren, Jasmine and CJ with whom he cherished every moment with along with many other family members.
As per Reginald's request there will be no services. Those wishing to remember Reginald may make donations to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad or the Saranac Lake Rescue Squad. Arrangements are with the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home.
Joyce Ann Thomas, 86
Joyce Ann Thomas, 86
Joyce Ann (Decheine) Thomas , 86, of Conifer passed away peacefully surrounded by family Sunday June 24, 2018.
Born July 22, 1931 in Tupper Lake, Joyce was daughter of Wilfred and Delia Decheine.
Joyce attended and graduated from Holy Ghost Academy in 1949. Joyce went on to attend Albany business College for two years.
Upon returning to Tupper she worked for a short while before marrying Mervin Thomas on August 26, 1956. Theymade their home in Conifer.
Joyce was a stay at home mom to four boys. After the boys were older Joyce went to work for Larkins fuel service for many years. She then went to work for Goff Nelson Library where she enjoyed working with the ladies and conversing with customers.
In Joyce’s spare time she loved being outdoors doing one of her favorite activities which included hiking, skiing, canoeing, berry picking, bird watching and hunting for antler sheds. For the last couple of years her great granddaughter has been the light of her life.
She is survived by sons Zane and wife Ellen, Jeff and his companion Amy and Scott.
Also surviving Joyce are grandchildren Paul and wife Erika, Lindsay, Adam, and Thomas and one great grandchild, Finley.
Joyce also leaves behind sisters Joan, Phyllis and Sally along with many nieces and nephews. She was pre-ceased by her parents, one son, Christopher, her husband, Merv, and a brother Steven.
Calling hours are scheduled for Thursday, June 28 from 4p.m. to 7 pm at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home with a funeral service at 6pm. Burial will be in the Gale Cemetery.
Arthur W. “Joe” Otis, 93
Arthur W. “Joe” Otis, 93
Arthur Wilfred “Joe” Otis, 93, passed away at his home in Essex Junction on Friday June 15, 2018. He was born in Paul Smiths, New York on March 9, 1925, the son of the late Joshua and Beatrice (LaClair) Otis.
Joe grew up in the Adirondacks, where he acquired a love of the outdoors and met his wife, Gertrude "Trudy" MacCauley. They were married on October 17, 1949 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Tupper Lake.
From that day on Joe's life centered on Trudy and his family. Joe was a great storyteller with an amazing memory of facts. Even the last week of his life, he was still entertaining others with his incredible sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of crossing paths with him.
Joe attended school at Corey's and Saranac Lake. At 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy during WWII; his father enlisted on the same day. Joe was proud to have served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy during WWII. He served as a sonar sub watcher in North Africa and Attu, Alaska and with the Free French Navy in the Mediterranean. He was discharged in 1946.
After the war, Joe became a licensed Adirondack guide and was employed as a personal guide by A.W. Stanley of Stanley Tools. From 1949-1964, Joe was employed as a dental assistant at Sunmount VA Hospital in Tupper Lake. He then moved to Essex Jct, VT. to work at IBM for 22 years, retiring in 1987. While at IBM, he received an Associate's Degree in Engineering.
After retirement, he worked seasonally at the Christmas Shop in Shelburne, VT. until he was 80.
Joe was a member of the Vermont Civil War Hemlocks who are dedicated to portraying the common Vermont infantry and artillery. Joe and Trudy were passionate about camping at Fish Creek and Big Pine Key Fishing Lodge in Florida where they met many long-term friends. Even at the age of 90, Joe drove all the way to the Keys and back.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 68 years Gertrude “Trudy” Otis of Essex Junction; two sons, David and his wife Mary Ellen of North Pomfret, Michael and his wife Gayle of Maidstone; four daughters, Pattie Lorraine and husband Michael of Waitsfield, Paula L’Ecuyer and husband Steve of Essex Junction, Jill Companion and husband Chris of Winooski, Amy Otis of Jericho; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Knauer and husband Tom, Joshua Otis and wife Sierra, Jessica Lorraine, Matthew Lorraine and wife Aleks, Randy Otis, Chelsea Otis, Samantha L’Ecuyer, Eric Raville; John Raville; six great grandchildren, Dylan, Mason, Trent, Kara, Colter and Ella. For 20+ years, dear friends Ginger and Herb Conly have been welcomed as members of the family.
Joe was predeceased by his parents and infant brother Joshua.
Per Joe’s wishes there will be no public visiting hours. A graveside memorial service was held June 21, 2018 at 1p.m. in the Vermont Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Randolph where military honors were accorded this WWII veteran.
The Reverend John Milanese will be offering prayers. Memorial contributions in Joe’s memory may be made to American Cancer Society, 55 Day Lane, Williston, VT 5495. The family invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.
Robert P. Woulf, 87
Robert P. Woulf, 87
Robert P. Woulf, 87, known as “Medoss” in Tupper Lake, passed away Thursday, June 14 at Crouse Hospital.
Mr. Woulf was a native of Tupper Lake and was a Korean War Navy Veteran, serving on the U.S.S. Quincy. He was a former printer with the Herald-Journal and retired from LeMoyne College, Building and Grounds in 1992.
Robert was predeceased by his parents Oscar W. and Lorenza P. Woulf of Tupper Lake, and his sister Irene M. Woulf in January of 2014 . He is survived by his wife, Helen O’Donnell Woulf; a sister, Yvette R. Guilfoil of Syracuse, three nephews William (Liam) Guilfoil (Mary) of Bally Cotton Ireland; John F. (Jennifer) Guilfoil of Charlotte, N.C., and Robert P. (Elizabeth) Guilfoil of Syracuse. He is also survived by three grandnieces Kathleen, Elinor, and Isabella, and a grandnephew Jack, as well as cousins in Tupper Lake and Canada. He is also survived by a special friend, Alexander K. Wright of Sherrill, N.Y.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday June 18 at All Saints Church, 1340 Lancaster Ave., Syracuse, formerly St. Theresa’s Little Flower of Jesus. Entombment was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dewitt. Contributions may be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave. Syracuse, N.Y. 13208. www.burnsgarfield.com
Gilbert Joseph Martin, 88
Gilbert Joseph Martin, 88, passed away on Monday, May 28, 2018, at home surrounded by his family.
Gilbert was born in New Brunswick, Canada and moved to Massachusetts by himself to stay with his aunts when he was only fifteen years old.
Gilbert worked in logging camps for many years. He also owned a local shop at his home "Martin's Logging" which thrived for over twenty-five years. His daughter in law, Anne, worked alongside him
as his partner in crime for thirteen years.
The love he had for his family was endless. There was nothing better to Gilbert than visits with his children and grandchildren, giving them his utmost support, advice, and adoration.
Gilbert is survived by his devoted family, his wife, Beulah "Boo Boo" of 67 years; his sons Gary Martin, Randy Martin, Scott Martin, (Gilbert's son Glen passed away in August of 2015); his daughters Sue Arsenault and Patty Garrelts; his daughter in laws Wendy (Wilbur) Martin and Anne (Boushie) Martin, his twelve grandchildren; Erica Martin, Jaymi and Jeremy Martin, Nerissa and Benjamin Martin, Pamela (Arsenault) Griffin and Joseph Arsenault, Andrew, Mitchell, and Tyrel Martin, Mark and Taylor Garrelts; his great grandchildren Honnah Madore, Hunter and Ellie Martin, Bailey Martin, Charley Gallo, Shae Arsenault, Wyatt Martin, Lucas and Emery Martin, and Harper Garrelts, as well as three more great
grandchildren who will be born later this year. He is also survived by four sisters and two brothers.
Gilbert will be truly missed by those who knew what a wonderful man, father and grandfather he was.
Anne Louise Keeler Pierson, 88
Anne Louise Keeler Pierson passed away unexpectedly at her home in Castleton,N.Y. on May 17, 2018 at the age of 88.
Anne was born on January 28, 1930 in Tupper Lake (Faust). She was the youngest child of Floyd and Nora Blanche Keeler. Anne attended the schools in Tupper Lake graduating as valedictorian of her class.
She went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology from Albany College of Pharmacy and an master's degree in Biology from College of St. Rose.
She was employed as a medical technologist at Samaritan Hospital in Troy and later employed by Sterling-Winthrop Research Institute in Rensselaer, N.Y. as a research biologist working there until her retirement.
Anne married Robert Pierson, the love of her life and her best friend, on May 1, 1950. They enjoyed traveling and spent much time enjoying the outdoors which included many visits to the Wild Center. They especially enjoyed spending time at their boathouse on Lake George. Anne enjoyed gardening, music and spending time with her friends.
Anne was predeceased by her parents, Floyd and Blanche Keeler, her husband, Robert Pierson, brothers Floyd Keeler, Jr. Robert Keeler, Willard Keeler, Donald Keeler and her sister Jean Keeler. Also, she was predeceased by sister-in-laws Kathleen Keeler, Isabelle Keeler and Dolores Keeler, and brothers-in-law, Lloyd Beck and Herbert Oksala.
She is survived by two sisters, Helen Keeler Beck and Ruth Keeler Oksala, and sister-in-law Sarah Keeler.
She did have the opportunity to attend Helen’s 100 year birthday party held in Tupper Lake last summer. Anne is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to The Wild Center at 45 Museum Drive in Tupper Lake or to Tupper Lake Arts, P.O Box 259, Lake Clear, N.Y. 12945.
A memorial service for Anne and her husband Robert is planned for a later date this summer with burial to follow in Lakeview Cemetery.