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Word has been received of the death of Mary Lorraine Daggett of Tupper Lake. She passed away Tuesday morning, July 23 at the home of her daughter, Carol.
A full obituary will appear in the next edition of the Tupper Lake Free Press.
Daniel Robert Baldwin, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 11, 2019.
Dan was born on June 17, 1953 in Tupper Lake and was the son of the late Arthur and Germaine (Parent) Baldwin. Dan was predeceased by his brothers Robert and David.
Dan grew up in Tupper Lake and attended Tupper Lake High School, graduating in 1972.
On December 6, 1975, he married the love of his life, Tina Gonyea. They made their home at 8 Fourth Street in Tupper Lake for 43 years. They have three wonderful children. Janelle (Baldwin) Clark, Jared and his companion Jared Stark, and Adam.
Dan was employed at Sunmount DDSO for 33 years, and retired in 2008. After his retirement, he worked for D.E.C. as a Park Ranger for numerous seasons.
Dan was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and long rides on his motorcycle with his friends and family. He truly enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren teaching them about the things he loved.
He is survived by wife Tina, three children, one granddaughter, Sophie Arsenault, and three grandsons, Chase Arsenault, Hudson Baldwin, and Sawyer Clark; one brother Bryan (Carol) Baldwin of Tupper Lake; four sisters: Jean White of Syracuse, NY, Judy Baldwin of Syracuse, N.Y., Kathy Woods of Norwood N.Y., Debra Martin of Stuart Florida and many nieces and nephews.
There will be a celebration of life for Dan on Wednesday, July 17 at the VFW in Tupper Lake at 5pm. All are welcome to join us to share their memories of Dan.
Ryder Anthony White, age 4, passed away Friday July 12th, 2019 at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake. Ryder was a fun-loving little boy. He loved dinosaurs and foxes and his big sister Railyn. Ryder loved to ride his bike and play outside. Roblox was his favorite game of all time. He had so many stories and cool dances. Ryder was full of so much energy and love. He loved everything and everyone. He is survived by his parents, Zeb and Allison White, his sister Railyn. Grandparents Elaine and Luis Peralta, Karen and Jean Soucy, David and Sally White. Also surviving are lots of Aunts and Uncles and his loving cousins, Isabella, Eddie, Selenia and Sylus. A funeral service has been scheduled for Monday, July 22nd at 10 a.m. at St. Alphonsus church followed by a reception in the activities room at Mercy Living Center.
Gloria Ellen Bombard, 74, passed away unexpectedly in the hospital on Tuesday, July 9, 2019.
Born on April 22, 1945. She was the daughter of George Baker and Pearl M Theriault.
She worked as a home health aide for North Country Home Health Services and she did a lot of private care duties.
She loved to go camping. She enjoyed sitting outside watching the birds and nature. She loved visiting with her family. She loved to live life to the fullest. Her favorite insect was the butterfly and her favorite bird, the red cardinals.
She is survived by her life companion Francis Miner, her sisters June Hutchinson, Darlene Bechler and her husband Phillip Bechler, her brothers Pat “Babe” Baker, Donald Baker and his wife Karen Baker, Kevin Baker, her sons Jim Phelps, Roy Phelps his wife Nancy Phelps, Charlie Phelps with his wife Peggy Phelps, her daughter Rose Morris her husband Jim Morris. She’s also survived by several grandchildren: Felicia Branch, Christian Phelps, Thomas Smith, Zachary Smith, Nissa Phelps, Timothy Allen, and Sarah Phelps. She was also survived by several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her mother and father, also by her son Steven Phelps, her brothers George, Richard, Robert, Fred, Joseph, and David Baker.
Calling hours were held on Monday, July 15, at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home.
Jeanne Mulvana Parent, age 91 passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at her Moira home surrounded by her family.
Jeanne was born March 28, 1928, the daughter of Edward and Grace (Mayville) Savage, in Bombay, New York. She was a 1945 graduate of Bombay High School. Jeanne was employed for a short time at ALCOA in Massena, New York and then worked for Frank Crowley, postmaster of the Bombay Post Office, for two years.
On July 4, 1950 Jeanne married the love of her life, Joseph H. Mulvana, at St. Patrick's Church in Hogansburg, New York officiated by Msgr. Walter Funke. Together they lived in Bombay, New York until 1953 while Jeanne worked at Roy Brown's and F.L. Cross' grocery stores. They then moved to Rooseveltown and resided there for two years.
In April 1955, Jeanne and Joe purchased a three-quarter acre of land at the end of the Savage Road in Moira for $800, assured by her 11 brothers, sisters and Grandpa Savage that, “We will help you make this two-story dilapidated structure into a home.” And that is exactly what they did, and Jeanne and Joe then began crafting a humble and modest life for themselves and their eight children. Jeanne remained in that dwelling her entire life.
In 1970, Jeanne was elected Moira town tax collector, a position which she retained for 36 years. She also worked as a clerk for the Town of Moira for 10 years. Jeanne taught religious instruction for St. Mary's Catholic Church in Brushton, and served as a monitor at Brushton-Moira Central School.
Joe, her loving husband and father of her eight children, predeceased her on February 17, 1968.
On April 4, 1974, she was united in marriage to Ray W. Phillips, Sr., at St. Mary's Church, Brushton officiated by Rev. Albert Richardson. Ray predeceased her on May 10, 1984.
On November 28, 1997 she married Carlton Parent at St. Mary's Church in Brushton, New York officiated by Rev. Alfred Fish. Carlton predeceased her on September 9, 2008.
In addition to her three husbands, she was predeceased on October 22, 1975 by her 22 year old daughter, Martha Jeanne Mulvana, her parents, and her 11 sisters and brothers: Beatrice Duemars, Bernice Prashaw, Hazel Peets, Dorothy Derouchie, Elsie Peets, Harold, Neil,Victor, Gerald, Wayne, and Jack Savage.
Jeanne is survived by her seven children and their spouses: Steve Mulvana, Bombay, Laura Mulvana (Butch) Goodrow, St. Regis Falls, Jim and Cindie Mulvana, Tupper Lake, Dan and Bobbi Mulvana, Homer, William and Nina Mulvana, Moira, Jane Mulvana (Michael) Sevey, Moira, and Suzanne Mulvana (Kent) Niles, Northern West Chazy, 22 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by six stepchildren: Ray Jr., and David Phillips, Wayne, Donald, Dale, and Raymond Parent. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law: Ellen Savage, Moira, and Korleen Savage, Malone, several nieces and nephews.
Over the course of her life, Jeanne never turned down a friendly competitive game of SkipBo, dice, or her favorite card game, 500. On the rare occasion she had downtime, she could often be found keeping up with her daily crossword puzzles. But, her most treasured pastimes were all the beautiful memories spent with her family.
Jeanne was a very spiritual woman, never allowing her strong Catholic faith to waver. She firmly believed the world would be an even better place if everyone prayed the Rosary, and she continued to promote daily recitation of the Rosary to all of her family.
Jeanne will be fondly remembered for her outstanding homemade bread, most times yielding 35 loaves at a time. Jeanne was also excited when it came time to process 35 quarts of her special dill pickle recipe.
Deserving much praise and gratefulness, and holding a special place in her heart is her grandson and close confidant, Aaron Mulvana, who assisted her with anything she needed and was a great pillar of strength and support to her for almost 11 years.
Remembrances in her memory may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, Brushton, the Moira Rescue Squad, North Country Home Services, and/or Hospice of the North Country.
Calling hours will be held at Flint Funeral Home on Wednesday July 17, 2019 from 4-7 PM. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Brushton, New York on Thursday July 18, 2019 at 11 AM. Burial will commence within the parish cemetery.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.flintfuneralhomeny.com
Irvin H. Cole Sr., 76, of Westville, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at CVPH in Plattsburgh. Born May 23, 1943 in Lyndonville, VT. He was the son of Lawrence Sr. and Irvie Cole.
He grew up in Tupper Lake where he played high school basketball and met his wife of fifty six years, Helen M. Russell. They married September 28, 1963 and raised their four children in Tupper Lake. Irvin was a mechanic, sportsman and avid outdoorsman throughout his lifetime.
He is survived by his wife, Helen, children; David and Laura Cole of New Bern, NC., Irvin Jr. and Tammy Cole of North Bangor, Julie and Dan Newton of Paul Smiths and Russell and Christine Cole of Tupper Lake. Also surviving are 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, two brothers; Lawrence Jr. and his wife Gloria, Bruce, and a sister Betty and husband Chuck Abare.
Calling hours were scheduled from 2-4 pm Friday, July 5 at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home.
Edward Lewis Motteram, Jr. (Gus) age 71, died peacefully on May 22, 2019 at 5:58 p.m. with his heartbroken wife Jo-Anne (Moody) holding his hand and his large and loving family surrounding him. His death followed a very brief illness. The world lost a bit of its brightness when he passed into the golden rain of his heavenly and eternal home.
He was born September 29, 1947, in Homestead, PA and was the oldest son of Edward L. Motteram Sr. and Alberta Naomi Owens. He made his home in Richardson, TX and Childwold, N.Y.
Ed proudly served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1973, when he was honorably discharged at the rank of Staff Sergeant, after serving as an instrument instructor for new pilots. After his discharge he returned to college and completed his Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Arlington. He worked briefly at Texas Instruments and Gardner Denver.
He retired in June of 2013 from Flowtronix/Xylem where he worked for many years as a sales engineer, selling and designing pumps for irrigation and fire suppression systems. He traveled extensively throughout the U.S. for his job and was fortunate enough to play golf at some of the country’s premier courses as a perk of his work.
Ed was an avid reader of the Bible, and had an amazing memory for scripture. He enjoyed reading about WWII and could wax on for hours about the personalities and strategies of the military leaders of the time.
Ed also was a model railroader, designing track layouts and towns around his N-scale setup. He spent many hours in his “man cave”, always changing and perfecting the details. He also received his pilot’s license and spent many hours in the air.
After his marriage to Jo-Anne (Moody) in 2014 they went on many “adventures” across our great country, from Yellowstone National Park to the Grand Canyon and the Adirondacks of New York State and many places in between. They spent many hours driving and observing the beauty of God’s works on earth and had recently purchased a vacation home in Childwold.
Edward is survived by his loving wife, Jo-Anne, of Richardson, Texas as well as one brother, David Motteram and wife Gina of Rowlett, TX; sisters Judith Griffin (Bill) of Dallas, Texas; Jeanne (Charles) Stevens of Stratham, GA; Ellen (David) Gehl of Houston, TX; and Jane (Steve) Sheffler of Rowlett, TX. Ed was an amazing “Uncle Gus” to his many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and “Grandpa Ed” to Katherine Walker, and William, Ellie and Tommy Slaughter. He was predeceased by his parents and brothers William and Thomas Motteram.
Five years ago Ed acquired a bonus family when he married Jo-Anne. He was loved greatly by her son David Slaughter and wife Tanya as well as her daughter Becky Friedman and husband Jerry. He also gained another large family with Jo-Anne’s eight siblings who embraced him as their own.
Ed was a family man from the start to the very end. His best memories were from family reunions, holiday gatherings and just good times with his siblings and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Network of Community Ministries in Richardson, Texas or the 24 Hour Club in Dallas, Texas. Internment will be at DFW National Cemetery at a later date.
Dorothy McCarthy Brennan passed away at her home in Stephenson, Virginia on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at the age of 85.
She was born in Yonkers, N.Y. on July 30, 1934.
She moved to Tupper Lake at the age of nine and attended Holy Ghost Academy. She graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1951.
She then attended the University of Rochester on scholarship and earned a bachelor of science degree in nursing in 1955.
In April of 1956 she married James Brennan at St. Alphonsus Church.
She earned a masters degree in Mathematics from George Mason University.
She lived in Detroit, Michigan, Frankfurt, Germany, London, England; and Vienna, VA.
Dorothy kissed the Blarney Stone, walked the Great Wall of China, watched the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, saw the Berlin Wall go up and explored ancient Italy.
She worked as a nurse at the National Institute of Health in Washington, DC during the first years of the AIDs epidemic.
Dorothy lost her devoted husband in 2017.
She is survived by six children: Kathy, Betsy, Bill, Jim, Mike and Jen, five grandchildren, and one brother, Tom McCarthy of Tupper Lake, N.Y.
There will be a graveside memorial service for Elizabeth (Bette Ann) Benware at the Holy Name Cemetery on Saturday, June 15 at 10a.m.
Family and friends of Bette are invited. Following the graveside service there will be a luncheon at the Tupper Lake Christian Center located at 102 Main Street in Downtown Tupper Lake.
A celebration of Martha Johnson's life will be held for friends and family at the Tupper Lake VFW, Park Street, Tupper Lake, Saturday, June 22 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Local residents are encouraged to visit with Martha's family that afternoon and share stories.
Susan Patricia (Burnett) Keegan, 68, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2019 at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake surrounded by her family.
She had been a resident of Sunmount in Long Lake for 16 years, where she was loved by all who cared for her.
Born in Tupper Lake on May 29, 1950, Susan was the daughter of the late Amy and Albert Burnett.
Susan was married to Charles Keegan on June 11 1989 in Tupper Lake. She lived a happy life until his passing on February 1, 1995.
Susan loved her family visits, Elvis, putting puzzles together, and doing ceramics. Susan loved jewelry. Susan had a smile that lit up a room. She was a gentle soul.
Susan is pre-deceased by her husband, Charles Keegan, her mother Amy Burnett, a brother Arthur Burnett, and Richard Burnett, and her sister Christina Miller.
She is survived by her sisters Carol LaCourse, Sharon Sauve, and Dianne Boyer and brothers Stuart Burnett, Gerald Burnett, Wayne Burnett, Alan Burnett, Roger Burnett, and Robert Burnett and many nieces and nephews.
Donations can be made in Susan’s name to the Long Lake Rescue Squad in Long Lake.
Susan will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Elizabeth A. (Brady) Benware, 88, a retired editor for the Reader’s Digest, passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018 in Zephyrhills, Florida.
Born in Albany N.Y., May 27, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Lucille Aldea Brady.
She lived in Tupper Lake for 33 years, spending winters in Zephyrhills, Florida for the last 15 years. Prior to living in Tupper Lake, she lived in Pleasantville, N.Y. as well as the Bronx. She enjoyed spending time with friends and family and attending church.
She leaves behind a granddaughter, Megan E. Stultz of Crestview FL, two grandsons, Travis J. Green and Tyler J. Green of New Paltz, a great grandson, Orion B. Stultz of Crestview, FL, two great granddaughters, Jade K. Green and Nayomi A. Green of New Paltz, a sister, Dorothy (Dooney) Muller, a cousin who she regarded as a brother, Robert Roscoe of Zephyrhills, FL, a cousin who she regarded as a sister, Elizabeth (Coan) Denis of Zephyrhills, FL, and countless beloved uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was predeceased by her husband, Elzare Benware, and her children, Joseph (Bruce) Benware, Jon Benware, Bennett Benware, and JoAnne Green.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 15 at 10 a.m. at Holy Name Cemetery in Tupper Lake.
Patricia A. (Exware) Wellspeak, 81, a retired paper inspector for 27 years for the former Strathmore Paper Company in Woronoco, passed away, Saturday, May 18, 2019 with her loving family by her side.
Born in Amsterdam, N.Y. on November 13, 1937. She was the daughter of the late David Exware and Hazel (St. Amour) Exware.
She lived in Chester for the past 50 years where she cherished spending time with family and friends, gardening, hunting and fishing with her husband Fred. She was a communicant of Holy Family Parish in Russell.
Patricia leaves her husband of 34 years, Frederick D. Wellspeak; three sons, Derek J. Friend of Chester, Marvin J. Friend of Middlefield and Stacy J. Friend of Pittsfield; three daughters, April M. Schulz of Dalton, Melodie A. Mazzaferro of Chester and Holly L. Whitaker of Westfield; four brothers, Harold Exware of Potsdam, NY, Donald Exware of Westfield, MA, Ronald Exware of Youngsville, NC and Frederick Exware of Tupper Lake; five sisters, Rita Corrow, Alice LaFlamme, Brenda Hoffman all of Tupper Lake, Cecile Lavoie of Fabius, N.Y. and Mary Jane Colvin of Tully, N.Y.; ten grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and one great-great grandson.
She was predeceased by her brothers, Francis Exware, Herman Exware, Eugene Exware and Roger Exware and her sisters, Janet Baker and Thelma Santerre.
A funeral mass was held on Friday, May 24 at Holy Family Parish, in Russell, MA. Burial will take place in St. Thomas Cemetery in Huntington.
Donations may be made to Hilltown Community Ambulance, 1 Bromley Road, Huntington, MA, 01050 or to the Chester Fire Department, 300 Route 20, Chester, MA 01011.
O’Brien Hilltown Community Funeral Home in Huntington will be handling the arrangements.
Peter Allen LaMere Sr. passed away in Sebring, Florida on Wednesday April 24, 2019.
True to character, he stubbornly fought through a combination of illnesses that would easily kill a less determined man. He was tough and determined through and through, from his days being late for school checking beaver traps and working and hunting with his brothers in the Adirondacks.
He carried that attitude serving as a military policeman in Vietnam, 16 years as a police officer across all of Alaska and eventually returning to Tupper Lake for 18 years in various law enforcement roles.
He was married to his high school sweetheart, Jean Prenoveau, for 51 years (rounding by two months).
He is survived by his daughter Tracy Sparks, who followed him into public service, his son Pete Jr., who followed him into the Army, and grandchildren Brandon (regrettably got his hairline), Alexis (got his abrasive attitude), Trevor (got his love for fishing), and Parker (looks just like him).
His late parents Fred and Beverly built the Trail's End complex in Tupper Lake and he is survived by siblings Ruth, Bob, Patricia, Fred, and Anne.
For the many who knew Pete LaMere, he and the family fondly remember all the love, support, and time spent with friends (and enemies) in the community.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 15 at the Presbyterian Cemetery with a gathering at the VFW to follow.
Phyllis C. Palmer, 74 of Massena (formerly of Norwood N.Y.) peacefully passed away on the evening of April 23, 2019, under amazing care at Massena Memorial Hospital. Arrangements are with the Larue & Pitcher Funeral Home, Ogdensburg, N.Y.
Phyllis C. Palmer was born on October 17, 1944, in Hopkinton, N.Y. to the late Roy and Bessie (Stark) Chase. The family moved to Randolph Vermont where Phyllis would graduate from Randolph Union High School. She was then employed at Canton Potsdam Hospital as a transcriptionist and later in life was self-employed with Hamilton Ferry as owners of Ham's Mini Mart in Sevey's Corners.
Phyllis leaves behind her daughter, Kaneta (Palmer) and John Cameron of Massena, her daughter-in-law Kimberly Rutley of Potsdam; stepdaughters- Lori Palmer, Buckton, N.Y. and Deanna (Ferry) Haggerty Rochester, N.Y.; stepsons Stewart Palmer, Norwood, N.Y. Jerry and Leo Palmer, Florida, Scott Ferry, and Craig Ferry, Rochester, N.Y. Dean Ferry, Florida.
She is also survived by her brothers Arnold and Elaine Chase, Marshall and Lori Chase, Terry Chase, all of Vermont, and Merle Chase (deceased); her sisters- Christine (Chase) and Chet Manning and Iris (Chase) King, both of North Carolina. Rose (Chase) Woods (deceased). A sister-in-law Marge Chase of Vermont and brother-in-law Roger and Sandy Woods, Parishville.
Phyllis is also survived by her loving grandchildren- Joshua, Samuel, Chelsea, Chase and her step-grandchildren, Eric, Sara, Charlie, Ben, Jeremy, Beth, Jackie, Aleah, Brandon, Alexandra, Christi, Heath, Heidi, Morgan, Bryant, Desiree and Rhiannan.
Phyllis was predeceased by her husband of 20 years, Myron A. Palmer, in November of 1987, her son Scott Palmer in January of 2003 and her life partner of 30 years, Hamilton A. Ferry in August of 2018.
Phyllis's life had two uniquely special chapters. She graduated, got a job, fell in love and became a wife and a mother. They had a lot of good times and many hard times. Through it all, she was the guiding light for her children and someone they could always count on. She was always there, unwavering in her love and support for her family. Even through the worst adversity life could send her way she always found a way to get through it.
In her darkest days, she once again found the light. That light was Hamilton Ferry and the start of the second chapter of her life. Phyllis and Ham completed each other. They traveled the country in his tractor-trailer creating memories and forming a love that lasted over 30 years. When these adventures were done they moved to the Adirondacks and together opened Ham's Mini Mart at Sevey's Corners. Yet another adventure they shared. Phyllis loved her life but she loved her kids and grandkids even more. They had an unbreakable bond and her grandkids absolutely adored her. Phyllis will always be remembered as the light in our lives.
There will be a graveside service on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 10 a.m. at the Riverside Cemetery on Lake Shore Drive, Norwood, N.Y. with a luncheon to follow at the American Legion on Maple Street in Norwood. All family and friends are welcome. In lieu of flowers, any donations can be made in Phyllis's name to the American Cancer Society.
Frederick L. Blair, age 67, of Long Lake, died Monday, April 15, 2019 at home.
Born in Holyoke, Massachusetts on November 24, 1951, he was the son of Wilfred and Julia (Cole) Blair. Frederick, married Margaret Arsenault on July 11, 1970 in Holyoke MA. Margaret predeceased him on October 25, 2006.
Fred had been a resident of Long Lake for the past 38 years coming from Holyoke, MA. He had worked in Long Lake as a carpenter for many years. One of Fred’s favorite past times was watching QVC. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and snowmobiling. Later in life he enjoyed traveling with his family to Tennessee and Florida.
He is survived by two daughters- Diana Kintner (Darrell Spencer) of Long Lake, NY and Rebecca Blair (Jason Lebron) of Long Lake, one granddaughter Zoey Lebron of Long Lake, one brother Armand Bourque of Tupper Lake, and one sister Judy Ison of Springfield, MA. He was preceded in death by one daughter Paula Ann Blair and one son-in-law Robert Kintner on December 26, 2013
Calling hours took place at St. Henry’s Parish Hall in Long Lake on Monday April 22, 2019 from 11a.m. - 1p.m.. A prayer service immediately followed at 1p.m. at St. Henry's Parish Hall. Burial will follow at Long Lake Cemetery.
Friends wishing to remember Frederick L. Blair may make memorial contributions to Long Lake Rescue Squad in care of the funeral home. Family and friends can also share their memories and condolences at stuartfortunekeoughfuneralhome.com
Elizabeth (Trish) Tallman, 86, of 1996 State route 30, Tupper Lake, passed away peacefully at CVPH in Plattsburgh on Tuesday, April 16, 2019.
Trish was born on March 28, 1933 to Arthur and Evelyn Tallman of Malone, NY. Trish had 4 brothers and 3 sisters all of which have pre-deceased her.
Trish moved to Tupper Lake in 1975 from Rome, NY and resided in various homes throughout the North Country in the DDSO family care and IRA's. She worked for numerous years in the food service dept. at North Star industries. She was always happing and willing to work.
Trish had resided at the Moody Rd. IRA since 2004, she enjoyed spending time with her housemates, watching old shows, westerns, coloring, crafting, gardening, shopping and sitting on the porch. Trish was most proud of her appearance. She loved to dress nice and wear beautiful jewelry to match. She attended the Red Hat society with her friend and main support advocate Elaine Sarazen. She loved to show off her collection of Red Hat items that she had collected over the years. Trish also enjoyed listening to Danny Klebes, an old friend from over the years since meeting in Brushton. She will be missed by everyone that knew her.
Calling hours are scheduled for Wednesday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon followed by a funeral service at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough funeral home. Burial will be in Malone at a later date.
Michael J. Hosley, Sr., age 76, passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, April 18, 2019.
He was born on September 30, 1942 in Tupper Lake, New York to Roy W. and Mary B. (Morris) Hosley. Michael attended Long Lake Central School, graduating in 1960. On May 6, 1967 he married Nancy Rose DeMars. Together, they had two wonderful children.
Mike worked hard all his life, first at Harrington’s Garage, where he met Nancy, the love of his life. He then worked for a number of years at Snide’s Fuel Service. Mike later took a job with the Hamilton County Highway Department, retiring as Foreman after 30 years of service.
Mike was a warm-hearted man who always put his family first. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. They feel blessed to have had a kind man like him, always smiling and making them laugh.
Mike was also a man of his community, volunteering for the fire department in his youth, and later serving as a Board Member of the Friends of the Long Lake Library. He also enjoyed coaching tee-ball and working with the Cub Scouts.
Left to honor Michael and remember his love are his beloved wife of 52 years, Nancy, son Jamie (Alta), daughter Hope (Steve), and three grandchildren, Ainsley, Ella, and Jonah.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at noon at Saint Henry’s Catholic Church, 1188 Main Street, Long Lake, NY. The family will greet friends in the Parrish Center from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm. Burial will follow at the Long Lake Cemetery.
The Hosleys would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Albany Medical Center, specifically those in the Surgical ICU for their attentiveness and loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Michael’s name to the Long Lake Rescue Squad. Online condolences may be made at www.stuartfortunekeoughfuneralhome.com.
Charles W. Becker, age 89, of Tupper Lake, died Wednesday, April 10, 2019 at Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake.
Born in Tupper Lake on February 28, 1930, he was the son of Herbert and Margaret (Margavich) Becker.
Charles was a lifelong resident of Tupper Lake. After graduation from Tupper Lake High School he worked from 1949 to 1951 at Lake Brothers Sawmill in Tupper Lake. He then entered the United States Army on March 16, 1951 where he served as military police in Korea. Upon discharge in 1953 he served in the Army reserve for four years.
He worked at the OWD and Drapers, then went in the construction business with Butch Madore and later was in business, R & C Becker Construction, with his brother Bob for 24 years.
In retirement Charles stayed active working around home where he enjoyed woodworking, loved walking his dogs at the park and helping family and friends. He loved to visit and share stories. He was a very kind and gentle person who never married but especially enjoyed and loved his many nieces and nephews.
He is survived by two brothers, Robert Becker and Gene Becker and one sister Margaret Benware, two sister-in-laws Maureen Becker and Heloise Becker, several nieces and nephews and his beloved dog Rusty.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Rose Shaheen and Dorothy Spinner, one brother Albert Becker, three sister-in-laws Carol Becker, Mary Becker and Joan Becker, two brother-in-laws Tom Shaheen and Richard Benware, two nieces Amy Symonds and Joanie Becker, three nephews, Robert Becker, Jr., Paul Becker and Steve Becker and his beloved pet Duffy.
Calling hours took place at the Stuart-Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Tupper Lake on Sunday, April 14, 2019. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11a.m. on Monday April 15 at St. Alphonsus Church in Tupper Lake with Fr. Decker officiating. Burial will take place at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Tupper Lake in May.
Friends wishing to remember Charles W. Becker may make memorial contributions to the Tupper Lake Volunteer Rescue Squad or The Tri-Lakes Humane Society, in care of the funeral home.
In memory of Martha Lee Johnson, age 65, of Tupper Lake.
On the morning of March 26, 2019, Martha passed away after a year-long battle with uterine cancer, surrounded by her sisters and daughter, in the loving care of St. Peter’s Hospital.
Born in Ridgewood, New Jersey, January 10, 1954, Martha grew up in Tupper Lake.
She was the second child of Jean M. Schutt and William C. Johnson Jr. Shortly after her birth, Jean passed and William’s second wife, Jane Bobak adopted Martha and her sister Sandra.
Martha held many extraordinary talents including cooking, sewing, quilting, beading, gardening and skiing. She served on ski patrol for over twenty years, forging everlasting friendships during that time. After her daughter Elena was born, Martha earned her Associate's degree and began her second career as an x-ray technician.
After living and working in the Rutland, Vermont and North Woodstock, N.H. areas, Martha settled to Helena, Montana, in 1997, where she worked for Great Divide Ski Area and Gates of the Mountains, which remained special places through the years.
Shortly after moving to Helena, Martha started work as an x-ray technician at Helena Urgent Care, and later Helena Orthopedic Clinic.
Martha’s work ethic was remarkable, and she especially enjoyed cooking for special events at the clinic.
Martha was an incredibly selfless, devoted and loving mother and friend. Her quick-witted sense of humor remained intact until the end, and she will be cherished and missed by many.
Martha was preceded in death by her father, William C. Johnson Jr.; mother, Jean M. Schutt, and stepmother, Jane O. Bobak.
Martha is survived by her daughter Elena C. Johnson; siblings Lois, Lyndon (companion Jodi), and Peter (wife Marj) Johnson and Sandra Olsen (husband Bill); nephew Robert and wife Erin Farris-Olsen and their children William Tupper and Benjamin August; and nieces and nephews Kathleen, Lucas and Tyler, and Caleb, Samantha and Jeremy Johnson as well as numerous great nieces and nephews and aunts and uncles.
Memorial donations may be made to Helena Food Share, Helena YWCA, Helena 6th Ward Garden Park and The Friendship Center.
A memorial service and reception will be held in Tupper Lake later in the year. Please send family condolences and memories to www.helenafunerals.com.