Linda Ann Root, 77

Linda Ann Root, 77, of 3 Boulevard, Hudson Falls, N.Y. passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Glens Falls Hospital with her family by her side.

Born on March 10, 1942 in Tupper Lake, she was the daughter of the late Oscar Ezra and Beatrice Emma (Labarge) Corneau.

As a young lady, Linda worked as a seamstress, for Century 21, and Woodbury’s Lumber. She retired as a telephone operator from Verizon located in Glens Falls.

Linda volunteered her time by crocheting and sewing, making beautiful hats, bears, blankets, and walker bags which she donated to the Glens Falls Hospital C.R. Wood Cancer Center and the Snuggery. Linda also volunteered for over 10 years at the Wound Healing Center at Glens Falls Hospital.

Linda’s passion was sewing, which was self-taught. She was amazing at it. In addition to sewing and crocheting, Linda enjoyed all types of crafting, her latest was learning one-stroke painting. She was very involved with her four grandchildren when they were younger and was so very proud of all of their accomplishments. Linda as many of you know, was the most kind, caring, down-to-earth, selfless, and funny woman you could ever be so blessed to be with. Her smile and personality could light up a room.

Linda was predeceased by her husband, Thomas John Root in 1995 and her parents, Oscar and Beatrice Corneau.

Surviving are all four children, Steven Root of Longmont, Colorado; Douglas (Cristy) Root of Wichita, Kansas; James (Celina) Root of Clearwater, Florida; Jennifer Root Livingston of South Glens Falls, New York, her four grandchildren, Rachel Root, Kayla Root, Colson Livingston, and Meric Livingston, her three brothers, Gene Corneau, David Corneau, and Don Corneau, and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Family and friends are invited to and may call from 12-2 pm Friday, February 14th at Singleton Sullivan Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Rd., Queensbury, N.Y. Burial will immediately follow at Pine View Cemetery.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions in Linda’s name may consider the C.R. Wood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital.

To leave an online condolence for the family, visit www.sbfuneralhome.com.

Myron Bruce LaMora

Remembering the life and legacy of Chief Myron LaMora.

Myron LaMora of Barling, Arkansas passed away Friday, January 31, 2020 at the age of 78. He was born February 21, 1941 to Alton and Dorothy (Lydmore) LaMora in Tupper Lake, New York.

Myron wore many hats in life: father, brother, partner, and boss. His greatest love was law enforcement. He served with several agencies over the span of his 35- year career.

He began in 1973 as a Hackett City Marshall followed by 10 years as a criminal investigator for the Sebastian County Sheriff's Department. He spent 16 years with Barling Police Department working his way through the ranks where he retired as Chief. His last role was as the Assistant Chief of Police for the Arkansas Military Department before permanently retiring in 2009.

He is survived by his brother, Roger LaMora, his children; Sharron LaMora, Judi Abbott, Tracy Elbaitari, Karen Skinner, Matthew LaMora and Lisa Lemonds, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Apart from Law enforcement his hobbies were fast cars, guns and younger women. He said this quote by Ernest Hemmingway was completely true for him, "Certainly there is no hunting like the hunting of man and those who have hunted armed men long enough and like it, never really care for anything else thereafter. You will meet them doing various things with resolve, but that interest rarely holds because after the other thing ordinary life is as flat as the taste of wine when the taste buds have been burned off the tongue."

Per his request, Myron will be interred with his family at the Holy Name Cemetery in Tupper Lake, New York at a later date. A memorial service was held Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 2-4 pm at Central Christian Church at 400 N Waldron Rd in Fort Smith. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in his name at Kitties and Kanines in Fort Smith. To place an online tribute, go to www.lewisfuneralchapel.net

Frank J. Bencze, 92

Frank J. Bencze, 92, of Tupper Lake, NY, passed away on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. Calling hours for Frank will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2020 from 1p.m. to 3p.m. at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home. A funeral service will immediately follow with Dan McClelland officiating.

Frank is survived by his wife Betty; their three sons, Doug, and his wife Sarah, Calvin, and his companion, Toni Reandeau, and Glenn, and his wife, Marci, all of Tupper Lake; two brothers. Lawrence and William, both of Greenfield Center, NY.

Frank is also survived by six grandchildren; Ashley, Mackenzie and her husband Steven, Willie, Charlie, Grant and Colin, as well as several great-grandchildren.

Frank is predeceased by his parents Frank and Julia Dunay Bencze.

Frank was born in Greenfield Center, NY, on December 25, 1927, the son of Frank and Julia Dunay Bencze. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1943 and went on to graduate from New York State Ranger School at Wanakena in 1946.

Upon that graduation, he served two years in the U.S. Army during WWII in the counter-intelligence corp.

He also graduated from Paul Smith’s College in 1951, as well as SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in 1953.

Frank married the former Elizabeth (Betty) Bedore on October 27, 1956 at Holy Name Church in Tupper Lake and together they raised a beautiful family.

Frank came to Tupper Lake upon his graduation from SUNY ESF and became a forester for the Oval Wood Dish Corporation. This would be the start of a 65 year affiliation with the corporation.

Frank advanced rapidly at OWD as vice president and manager of its extensive woodlands in Franklin and St. Lawrence counties.

During his lengthy career in the wood industry, Frank was employed as procurement manager for U.S. Plywood Corp. as well as Tupper Lake Veneer Corp. for approximately fifteen years.

He has been involved with many state and regional wood industry organizations over the years. He served as chairman of the Adirondack chapter of Society of American Foresters and was one of four people widely known in the field who were delegated to draw up a set of timber harvesting guidelines for New York State loggers.

Locally, he served on the village zoning appeals board, the Town of Altamont zoning committee, was a commissioner on the Tupper Lake Housing Authority and chairman for the New York State Tree Farm Committee.

Since its inception in the 1950s, Frank was an integral part of the Tupper Lake Woodsmen's Field Days and later the Tupper Lake Woodsmen's Association, serving as a board member for over thirty-five years as well as treasurer for many years.

In 2019, Frank was honored by the local Lions Club in recognition and appreciation for sixty years of service. He was also a long-time member and President of the Potter Brook Hunting Club.

Frank served for many years as a member of the Tupper Lake National Bank board.

Frank enjoyed spending his time outdoors hunting, snowmobiling and gardening. He also loved watching his grandchildren play hockey.

Donations in Frank’s memory can be made to the Tupper Lake Woodsmen's Association at 14 2nd Street, Tupper Lake, NY, 12986 and the Tupper Lake Rescue and Emergency Squad at 169 Main Street, Tupper Lake, NY 12986.

Judith “Judy” Ann Antonelli

Mrs Judith Antonelli, née Foote, age 79, of Dallas, Georgia and formerly of Rochester, New York, passed away on Wednesday, 22nd January 2020.

She was born the 13th of June 1940 in Tupper Lake, the daughter of Charles Foote and Mary Ellen Foote of Tupper Lake.

Judy was a loving wife to Alexander Antonelli for 57 years and was a caring mother to her two sons, Chaz and Robert. Judy spent her time volunteering at St Andrew’s Food Cupboard in Rochester, New York. She also enjoyed romance novels and playing solitaire mah-jong. When she wasn’t reading or playing games, Judy enjoyed looking out the deck for avian and rodent visitors with her loving dogs.

Judith Antonelli is survived by her husband Alex, her elder son Chaz, her younger son Robert and both pet Weimaraners, Piper and Spinner. Please visit http://WhitleyGarner.com to share your sentiments and memories of Judith Antonelli.

The family received friends at Rosehaven Funeral Home located at 8640 Rose Ave, Douglasville, GA 30134 on Saturday, January 25,2020 from 11a.m. to 12pm. A prayer mass and funeral service followed immediately.

Services have been entrusted to the care of Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home, 8640 Rose Ave, Douglasville, GA 30134.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Blue Weimaraner Club of America at http://www.bwcoa.com

Danielle Marie Corrow, 35

Danielle Marie Corrow, age 35, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 11, 2020. Danielle was born on June 12, 1984 in Riverhead, N.Y., the daughter of Greg and Mary (Gillis) Corrow.

She graduated from Lake Placid High School and went on to attend North Country Community College.

Danielle enjoyed nature, particularly her bunny and the rocky shores of Maine. Danielle was creatively expressive with her art and jewelry-making. She loved to read. Danielle was a sweet, kindhearted soul who treasured her family immensely and was so proud of her father’s service in the U.S. Coast Guard.

Danielle is survived by her father and mother, Greg and Mary and her sister Jessie, all of Ellsworth, ME; her grandmothers Rita Corrow and Jeannette Gillis, both of Tupper Lake and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was predeceased by her grandfathers Maurice Corrow and Roland ‘Sonny” Gillis of Tupper Lake.

Funeral services for Danielle will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in St. Alphonsus Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home in Tupper Lake.

Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

In keeping Danielle’s light glowing, we are asking everyone to help promote awareness for the healing of victims of crimes and contribute to their local crime victim assistance program or contribute to the local SPCA in your community.

Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Martha F. Rolley, 66

Funeral services for Martha F. Rolley, age 66, of Tupper Lake, will be held on Monday, January 27, 2020, at 4p.m., with Rev. Douglas Decker officiating. Calling hours will be held from 2p.m. to 4p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020, at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home in Tupper Lake.

Mrs. Rolley passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Albany Medical Center.

Martha is survived by her husband, Randall; her son, Nicholas Rolley, and his wife, Amy, of Tupper Lake, her daughter, Jessica Johnson, and her husband, David, and their two children, Noah and Owen Johnson, of Tupper Lake; two sisters, Marie Benedict, and her husband, Les, of Hogansburg, N.Y. and Loretta Bedore, and her husband David, of Massena, N.Y.

Martha is predeceased by her parents, Henry and Vera Pollinger and her brother Henry Pollinger.

Martha was born on April 2, 1953, in New Britain, Connecticut, the daughter Henry F. and Vera Pollinger. She graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1972. Soon after, Martha married Randall Rolley on June 16, 1973 in Piercefield, N.Y. She was employed by Shaheen’s Motel for 25 years before retiring.

Martha loved spending time with her grandchildren. She took pride in caring for her children, grandchildren and husband. Martha also enjoyed shopping and loved buying gifts for her family. She also loved reading on her Kindle. She was the best wife, mother, and grandmother ever.

Donations may be made in Martha’s memory to any charity of your choosing.

Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Loron E. Silliman, Jr., 82

Loron E. Silliman, Jr., 82, of Park Avenue, Watertown, died peacefully at home, January 17, 2020 under the care of Hospice of Jefferson County, surrounded by his family.

Mr. Silliman was born April 10, 1937 in Conifer, son of Lillian Bauer and Loron E. Silliman, Sr. He graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1954 and from Clarkson University in 1958, receiving his Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

While at Clarkson he entered the ROTC program and continued his service in the United States Army Corps of Engineers, honorably discharged as captain.

He married Mary Antonene “Toni” Roberts on September 25, 1958 at St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Jacksonville, FL.

Mr. Silliman was Vice President of Engineering at New York Air Brake in the DynaPower StrataPower division until the company moved to Charleston, North Carolina in 1992. He then retired and became a consultant with the company for many years.

Mr. Silliman was a member of First Presbyterian Church, serving as a deacon, trustee and an elder. He was a former member of the Watertown Lions Club, active with the eye transplant program. Mr. Silliman served on, and was an original board member of, the Watertown Sci-Tech Center. He enjoyed volunteering with the Syracuse Symphony and Orchestra of Northern New York.

Mr. Silliman was an avid outdoorsman including, camping, hunting, canoeing and fishing on the Raquette River, and was a steward of property in the Adirondack Park.

Mr. Silliman had an artistic side, carving soapstone, and designing and constructing whirly gigs. He loved traveling having enjoyed several trips domestically, to Alaska, and throughout Europe. Most of all he was a proud father and grandfather.

Surviving in addition to his wife are two sons and their wives, Alan H. and Sally of Fruita, CO, with daughters Christina, Mallory and Erika, and four great grandchildren; James B. and Zania of Colleyville, TX, with daughters Teah and Mary; and daughter Lori (Brett) Larson of Scotia, NY. Mr. Silliman is also survived by three sisters, Louise Silliman, Watertown, Evelyn Isaac, Wolcott, NY, Carolyn Parrotte, Colton, NY, and several nieces and nephews. A sister Audrey Ennis died before him.

Calling hours will be Friday, January 24, 2020, from 4p.m. 7p.m. at D.L. Calarco Funeral Home, Inc. A memorial service at First Presbyterian Church and burial in Brookside Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, 403 Washington Street, Watertown, N.Y. 13601, NNY Community Foundation, 131 Washington Street, Watertown, NY 13601, Friends of Mt. Arab, P O Box 185, Piercefield, NY 12973 or The Wild Center, 45 Museum Dr., Tupper Lake, NY 12986.

Online condolences may be made to www.dlcalarco.com

George Richard Reandeau, 72

George Richard Reandeau, 72, of Indian, Alaska, formerly of Tupper Lake passed away peacefully among loved ones on Sunday, December 29, 2019.

Born February 28, 1947 to Augusta and Lawrence Reandeau.

He is survived by his wife, Gay Lee Erickson Reandeau of Indian, Alaska, three step daughters, Michelle Kinsey, Cassie Prall Smith and Faline Prall, all of Anchorage, Alaska; two brothers, Larry Reandeau and his wife, Sheila, John Reandeau, two sisters; Donna Reandeau Boucher and Toni Reandeau Boushie, all of Tupper Lake and one niece, and five nephews.

He was predeceased by his mother, Augusta Reandeau, his father, Lawrence Reandeau and his step father, Howard Reandeau.

George graduated from Tupper Lake High School and enlisted in the US Army where he served six years of active duty. He was a Green Beret Special Forces with the 82nd Airborne.

George moved to Alaska in 1980, where he made his home and began to fullfill his dreams. He married Gay Lee Erickson on November 18, 1996. He worked with the Alternative Career Education Program at the Anchorage School District as a special education teacher for thirty years. He worked as Captain of the Ptarmigan at Portage Glacier Tours for 12 years. He also worked as a Motor Coach operator for Holland America Tours, where he made every ride a tour to remember.

George loved life and lived it to its fullest. He loved his family, near and far, he loved Alaska, the Adirondacks, music, camping, fishing, hiking and hunting.

A celebration of life will be announced by family in the spring. He will be truly missed by all.

Carol L. Stinnett, 87

Carol L. Stinnett, age 87, of Tupper Lake, passed away on January 9, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Calling hours will be at Frary Funeral Home, 24 Cliff Avenue, Tupper Lake on January 25, 2020 beginning at 10a.m. with a ceremony led by Carol’s cousin, Rev. Joy Lowenthal beginning at 11:30am.

Carol is survived by her husband, Thomas Stinnett; her three children, Susanna Stinnett, of Rockfall, CT, Thomas Stinnett and his wife, Victoria, of Westminster, MD, and Scott Stinnett and his wife, Kelly, of Woodstock, MD; seven grandchildren, Justin Stinnett and his wife, Michelle, Lindsy Fortier and her husband, Adam, Thomas Hays Stinnett, Megan Stinnett, Luke Stinnett, Audrey Stinnett and Lilliana Stinnett; four great-grandchildren, Chloe and Joshua Stinnett, Ella and Mason Fortier. She is predeceased by her son Marc Stinnett.

Carol was born on December 31, 1932, in Utica, N.Y., the daughter of Arthur and Margaret Bass Curtis. She was the loving older sister of Nancy Schultz (Whitey), Lynda Hamilton (Brian), and Bruce Curtis (Louise). She attended Rome Free Academy where she met Tom and graduated from Whitesboro High School in 1951.

She married Thomas Stinnett on June 27, 1952 at the Vernon Methodist Church with her uncle, the Rev. Leonard Bass officiating. Carol and Tom met when Carol was 15 and he was 16. They were a devoted couple for 71 years.

Carol attended Notre Dame College of Maryland from 1984 and graduated in 1987 with a Bachelor Degree with Honors in Fine Arts and Photography. With a great love for nature, she devoted her photographic and gardening talents to natural beauty. She crafted gardens and landscapes everywhere she lived. For many years, she and Tom planted, pruned and watered flower pots along the main streets in Tupper Lake for all to enjoy. Carol's photography focused on intimate format landscapes and upon retiring to Tupper Lake in 1995, she and Tom could be found canoeing, hiking and exploring for that perfect shot. Tom complemented her photography with printing, matting and custom frame craftsmanship. Her photography was displayed across the Adirondacks including the Wild Center, Lake Placid Center for the Arts and the Goff-Nelson Memorial Library.

“Upon relocating to the Adirondacks, I experienced every day the myriad of colors, shadows, and changes of the seasons. Each day seem to be more beautiful and colorful to my eyes. I didn’t need to go far to become entranced by the wonderful “sweet light” at early morning or sunset. This light seems to be only encountered in the North Country.” -- Carol Stinnett

Carol volunteered for numerous organizations including Meals on Wheels for over 15 years and the TLC Group which taught seniors exercise and gardening. In 2001, Carol received the Renaissance Award for the beautification projects started by the TLC Group. She also served on the board of the Tupper Lake Library and interviewed Tupper Lake native’s stories, recording them on CD’s for the community to view at the library. Carol received the Senior Citizen of the Year Award by the Franklin County Office of the Aging on June 4th, 2011.

Carol has always been a beloved blessing to her family and friends -- ever-present and ever-kind. Her family is deeply grateful for the compassionate care and dedicated services provided by High Peaks Hospice. Donations in Carol’s memory can be made to High Peaks Hospice

Condolences can be made online at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Lee R. McFaul, 73

Lee R. McFaul, 73, of Tupper Lake, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, January 10, 2020.

In respect for Lee’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home. A celebration of life event is being planned to honor both Lee and Leona and will be held in early summer. An announcement with details will be published in the future.

Lee was born in Tupper Lake on April 13, 1946, the son of James and Dorothy (Rust) McFaul. He attended Tupper Lake High School and was drafted into the Army in 1964 and served in the Vietnam War until his discharge in 1968.

He worked at Draper’s Wood Mill in Tupper Lake, Ward Lumber Company in Jay N.Y., and finally for many years at Sunmount DDSO until his retirement.

Lee married the love of his life, Leona (Ouillette) Dow in June of 1973, and they were married until her passing in Dec. of 2017.

He is survived by two daughters; Venetia (Dow) Trombley and her husband Gregory, Tricia Frach and her husband Henry; one son, Lee James McFaul; and six grandchildren, Trevor Trombley and his wife Amber of Bakersfield, VT, Corey Trombley and his partner Katy Bradley of Saranac Lake, Derick McFaul of Malone, Breanna Trombley of Tupper Lake, Braedon McFaul of Tupper Lake and Adyson McFaul of Lowville. He is also survived by one Great Grandchild, a boy, Amarok Lee Trombley, born to Corey and Katy, the day after his passing.

He has two surviving siblings. A sister, Jean Garrow of Tupper Lake and a brother, Norman McFaul and his wife Nancy, of Jay N.Y. He was predeceased by brothers Douglas and Vernon McFaul and sisters Patricia Miller and Judy Willette.

Donations in Lee’s memory can be made out to the Vietnam Veterans of America, 8719 Colesville Rd., Suite #100, Silver Spring, MD, 20910.

Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Rhoda Chase Curtiss, 85

Rhoda Chase Curtiss, born Rhoda Lee Chase and affectionately known as Pidge, age 85, died due to complications of congestive heart failure on November 26, 2019 in Wilmington, Deleware.

Pidge was born September 26, 1934 in Auburn, N.Y. to Claude Frederick Chase and Florence Harwick Chase, and was raised in the family home in Aurora, N.Y. She graduated from Emily Howland School and later SUNY Cortland with a Bachelor’s of Science in Education.

Pidge taught elementary grades in the Ithaca School District from 1955–1981, retiring early, but continued substitute teaching until 1994.

Pidge married Peter Andrew Curtiss in 1955, and together they lived in Etna, N.Y. until 1994, when Peter retired. It was then that the two moved to their second home in Tupper Lake where they owned property since 1966 and enjoyed hiking, canoeing, gardening, bird watching, and preserving the natural history of the Adirondacks.

Keeping busy with “Tupper” projects was always a constant, as they acquired additional camps that they opened to friends and family over the years.

In 2002, Pidge and Peter set down southern roots in Sun City Center, Florida where they lived seasonally, and eventually permanently in 2009. The two were members of the United Community Church in Tupper Lake and United Church of Christ in SCC, FL as well as Rotary, Audubon Society, and many other organizations.

Pidge is survived by younger brother, Robert Chase, nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

No matter where Pidge was, she was active in her community and carried with her a genuine, generous spirit. Everyone who knew Pidge will appreciate that the best way to honor her memory is to be kind to neighbors and give back to your community in whatever way possible. Her family hopes you will help carry on her legacy this way and if so moved, make a donation to a charity of your own choosing.

Pidge will be buried beside Peter at Sarasota National Cemetery in Sarasota, Florida.

“Every day is beautiful, only the weather changes.” -handwritten note found on Pidge’s refrigerator.

Kent Adams

Kent A. Adams passed away at his home on December 25, 2019 following a four-year struggle with lung cancer.

Kent was born in 1949 in Tupper Lake to Donald and Harriet (Ingledew) Adams. As a child, Kent developed his love of the outdoors on Tupper Lake and on the slopes of Big Tupper becoming an avid hunter.

Following graduation from Johnson State College in northern VT with a degree in English and philosophy, he taught skiing and worked construction in Vermont until his return to the Adirondacks in 1975.

Kent was born with a sense of adventure and skis on his feet. His years of teaching and ski school experience led to his post as Ski School Director at Bassett Mountain (Paleface) in the 1980’s. As ski business is seasonal, he developed skills in construction, finish carpentry, and housing rehabilitation to keep him close to the winter action. His varied projects included working on the foundation of the Adirondack Museum (Adirondack Experience), setting lift towers on Whiteface, and crafting the finish carpentry of the Mirror Lake Inn library. These experiences all prepared him for his dream job with the Housing Assistance Program of Essex County or HAPEC. He retired seeking more adventures in 2016.

Ever curious, Kent enjoyed spending time in the woods, road trips on his Harley Davidson, drone flying, fine Milwaukee macro brews, reading, and discussing world and national politics with anyone who would give him a good argument.

Kent is survived by his wife, Sarah, his daughters, Phoebe Stapleton (Drue) and Elizabeth Johnson (Steve), son, Samuel; grandchildren, Noah and Ryenne Stapleton, and Bailey Johnson; his sister, Beth McKenna (Mike) and his mother, Harriet Adams. He leaves behind six nieces and nephews and their children. Kent was predeceased by his father, Donald Adams.

The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center and High Peaks Hospice for their thoughtful care. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hope Lodge of Burlington, VT at 237 East Ave, Burlington, VT 05401 or the Wilmington Fish, Game, and Sport Club, P. O. Box 83, Wilmington ,N.Y. 12997. There are no services planned at this time.

The M. B. Clark, Inc. Funeral Home in Lake Placid, NY is in charge of arrangements. Relatives and friends are invited to share a memory or leave condolences at www.mbclarkfuneralhome.com.

Death Notice: George Richard Reandeau, 72

George Richard Reandeau, 72 years old, of Indian Alaska passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019. A full obituary will appear next week.

Colleen (LaFave) O'Hara, 80

Colleen M. (LaFave) O’Hara, Liverpool, NY, 80, passed peacefully on December 14, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.

Colleen was a graduate of Tupper Lake High School and graduated in 1958 from Central Business Institute, Syracuse, N.Y. She worked at General Electric, Hospital Association of CNY, Cooperative Extension of CNY, and retired from Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation in 2002.

Colleen volunteered as a Brownie and Junior Girl Scout Leader, United Way Pledge chairwoman for Niagara Mohawk, treasurer for St. Joseph The Worker Seniors Club and she volunteered at swim meets, ski races, and other activities supporting her children’s interests. She enjoyed 50 years as a snow skier and was an avid golfer.

Colleen was very “spiritual!” She enjoyed telling stories about the many angels in her life and the many visits from the “Holy Spirit” while praying for others in need, and the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Her goal of learning the Bible came true for her through The Bible Time Line Study program at St. Joseph The Worker.

Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend; your strength, faith, kindness, and love are what holds our family together, your memory will live on in all of our hearts. We pray for you.

She is predeceased by her parents, Leo J. LaFave (1978), Florence (Ayotte) LaFave (1993), Tupper Lake, N.Y. and grandson, William Joseph Brooker (2004), Star Lake, N.Y.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Michael J. O’Hara, Liverpool, N.Y. and by their children, Michelle T. O’Hara, Liverpool, Keith M. (Ingrid Reinhardt) O’Hara, Andover, MA, Maria C. Hopkins (Kevin), Windham, N.H., Lisa M. Brooker (John), Star Lake; her grandchildren, Nicholas (Nick) M. O’Hara, Broomfield, CO, Sarah R. O’Hara, Nashville, TN, Connor J. Hopkins, Donovan P. Hopkins, Windham, NH Emily E. O’Hara, Grace A. O’Hara, Andover, MA, John (Jack) H. Brooker, Leo J. Brooker, Star Lake. She is also survived by her two sisters, Joanne (LaFave) Jones-Russell (Budd, Robert), Tupper Lake, Carol (LaFave) McGuire (Michael), Durango, CO., brother-in-law Patrick H. O’Hara II (Patricia), McGraw, N.Y., and by her Aunt: Joanne (Ayotte) Jackson, Liverpool, N.Y. and many nieces and nephews.

Calling Hours were held on Thursday, December 19 from 4p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Maurer Funeral Home, Moyers Corners, 3541 State Rt. 31, Baldwinsville, NY 13027. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Friday, December 20 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph The Worker, 1001 Tulip Street, Liverpool, N.Y. 13088.

Burial followed in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, 8668 Route 57, Baldwinsville, N.Y.

Contributions in Colleen’s memory can be made to help support St. Joseph the Worker Parish Adult Faith Formation program.

Gloria Amoriell, 79

Funeral Services for Gloria G. Amoriell, 79, of Tupper Lake, will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at 6p.m. at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home with Deacon Gerald Savage officiating. Calling hours will be held from 3p.m. up until the time of the service on Thursday.

Gloria passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at her home.

She is survived by her husband, Samuel Amoriell of Tupper Lake; her son-in-law, Jon Manney of Tupper Lake; one sister, Shirley Brown of Colorado Springs; two brothers, Donald Daunais of Saranac Lake and Anthony Daunais, formerly of Saranac Lake; and many nieces and nephews. Gloria was predeceased by her only son, Stephen Amoriell; two sisters, Francis Dunn and Beverly Dotty; and three brothers, James, Leland, and Richard Daunais.

Gloria was born in Saranac Lake on September 14, 1940, the daughter of Leland and Alice (Colby) Daunais. Gloria was married to Samuel Amoriell on August 29, 1964 at St. Bernard's Church in Saranac Lake. She graduated from Saranac Lake High School and first went to work at Drutts Grocery and later worked at the Dress Factory in Saranac Lake. She then was employed at Sunmount DDSO where she worked as a developmental aide for 26 years, retiring in 1995.

Gloria was an avid bowler, enjoyed the casino, cooking and fishing. She adored her cats Charlie and Will and her dogs Cruz and Cocoa. She also enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Friends wishing to remember Gloria may make a memorial contribution to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad, 169 Main St, Tupper Lake, NY 12986.

Condolences can be made online at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com

Duane Eldridge, 86

Duane Eldridge, 86 years, of Tupper Lake, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019 at Mercy Living Center surrounded by his loving family. Services will be announced by the family at a later date. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home, Tupper Lake.

Duane is survived by his wife, Marilyn Eldridge of Tupper Lake; his three children, Alan Eldridge and his wife, Wendy of Rochester, Duane Eldridge Jr. of Springfield, VA, Loni Quinn and her husband, Patrick of Milford, NH; his brother, Lloyd Eldridge, of West Rotunda, FL, four grandchildren, Patrick and Michael Quinn, Duane Eldridge III, and Lindsey Butler and her husband Eric; two great-grandchildren, Rylee and Matthew Butler.

Duane was born on Wednesday July 12, 1933 in Rochester, N.Y., the son of Elmer and Marcella Anslem Eldridge. He graduated from Madison High School in Rochester, and enlisted in the Navy where he served until being honorably discharge in 1957. He went on to continue his education at North Country Community College in Saranac Lake and received an Associate Degree in Applied Science.

Duane married Marilyn on February 4, 1962 at Grace Presbyterian Church in Rochester.

In June 1962, Duane joined the New York State Troopers where he served until he retired as a Zone Sergeant in 1989.

He attended Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Tupper Lake, and was a member of the VFW and the American Legion in Tupper Lake. He was Past Master of Mt. Arab Lodge #847 F&AM. He was also an active member of the Abenaque Chapter 745 OES.

He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, skiing, camping, and traveling to Ruskin, Florida where he and his wife spent most of their winters. He also enjoyed their 55-year tradition of making summer trips to Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

Donations in his memory can be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 4550 Montgomery Ave, Suite 1100 N, Bethesda, MD, 20814 or the National Autism Association, One Park Avenue, Suite 1, Portsmouth, RI, 02871.

Condolences can be made online at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Madeleine Shaw Tyrol, 92

Madeleine Shaw Tyrol, 92, died on November 29, 2019 at Dionne Commons Assisted Living Facility.

She was born at Panther Point, N.Y. on January 29, 1927, the daughter of Sam and Marie Godou Shaw.

A graduate of the New York State Teachers College in Albany, Madeleine taught business courses in the New York State public schools and prison system. Madeleine also owned a series of successful small businesses in later life.

She enjoyed fishing, hunting, music, art and travel.

Madeleine was predeceased by her husband Alfred William Tyrol Jr., and a son Stephen Shaw Tyrol. She is survived by Alfred W. III of Brunswick, Bruce K. of Bowdoinham, grandchildren Katherine, Jennifer, Megan and three great grandchildren.

Burial will take place in the spring at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Tupper Lake, New York.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357

Stephen M. Amoriell, 50

Funeral services for Stephen M. Amoriell, age 50, of Tupper Lake, were held on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 11a.m. at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home with Deacon Gerald Savage officiating. Calling hours were held from 4p.m. to 7p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019 and 10a..m. up until time of the service on Saturday at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home.

Stephen passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, December 10, 2019. A gathering to celebrate his life was held at the K. of C. hall following service.

Stephen is survived by his husband, Jon Manney; his father and mother, Samuel and Gloria Amoriell of Tupper Lake; his grandfather, John Amoriell of Tupper Lake; his aunt, Annette Johnson of Camillus, N.Y.; his cousins, Mary Lou Karasek, of Baldwinsville, NY, and Linda Lee, of Manlius, N.Y. He is predeceased by his grandmother, Mildred Amoriell and his grandparents Leland and Alice Daunais.

His mother Gloria died nine days later. See her obituary this week.

Stephen was born on December 8, 1969, in Saranac Lake, son of Samuel and Gloria Daunais Amoriell. Stephen graduated school from Tupper Lake High School and went on to earn his Associate's Degree from Paul Smith’s College. Stephen married Jon Manney on June 29, 2016 in Tupper Lake, New York. Stephen was employed at Sunmount DDSO as a Direct Support Assistant.

Stephen enjoyed traveling and going to concerts and theme parks.

Donations in Stephen’s memory can be made to an organization of your choice.

Condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Nelson Robideau, 80

Nelson Robideau, age 80, of Tupper Lake, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family after a long illness. As per his request, there will be no services. Burial will take place in the spring in Lake View Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home, Tupper Lake.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Robideau, of Tupper Lake; his sons Daryl Robideau, and his wife, Diane, of Tupper Lake, and Eric Robideau, and his wife, Kathie, of Moores, NY; his granddaughters, Nocloe, of North Carolina, Jessica, of Arizona; his grandson, Eric James of Louisiana; and great grandson, Damian of Arizona; his brothers, James (Chappy) Robideau of Montana, and Rodney Robideau, of Arizona. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Nelson and Effie Robideau; his daughter Cynthia Robideau; his sister, Jane Thivirge, and his brothers, Richard Robideau and Neil Robideau.

Nelson was born on December 28, 1938 in Tupper Lake, N.Y., the son of Nelson and Effie Bradley Robideau. He graduated from Tupper Lake High School. Nelson married Mary Lou Dufraine on February 18, 1961 at the Presbyterian Church in Tupper Lake. He worked as a Carpenter Superintendent for local 1219 in Arizona, building power plants, dams, new housing construction, and freeway concrete work. After retiring in 1999, Nelson moved back to Tupper Lake and began building furniture, glider-rockers, and clocks.

The family would like to thank the excellent care he received from High Peaks Hospice.

Donations in Nelson’s memory can be made to High Peaks Hospice, 309 County Route 47, Suite 3, PO Box 840, Saranac Lake, NY 12983.

Condolences can be made online at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Nathan Strack 36

Nathan Strack 36, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019 at his home in Watertown. Calling hours for Nathan were held December 6, 2019 from 2p.m. to 4p.m. at the Tupper Lake Christian Center, 102 Main Street. A celebration of life took place at 4p.m. at the Tupper Lake Christian Center. There was a reception following the services at the Knights of Columbus hall. Services are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home.

Nathen was born on November 26, 1983 at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake, son of Gale Vallier and Jeffery Strack.

Nathen was a sports enthusiast and in his junior year of high school he found his niche in running track. As an anchor, he still holds the record for the 4 by 4 and 4 by 1 at TLHS. Nathen was selected MVP two years in a row. He was a big fan of the Rangers and the Raiders and followed them passionately.

Nathen also proudly became an Adirondack 46'er by age 16. His 46'er number is #4640.

Nathen is survived by his loving mother Gale Valliere and Gales' partner Scott Seiffert of Tupper Lake and Nathen's father Jeff Strack of Glens Falls, N.Y. He also leaves behind his fiancee Rene Denis and their five beautiful children, twins Colin and Alaina age 10, Madison, age 7, Sadie age 5, and Hailey, age 4. Along with Renees' oldest son Austin Fortier and Nathen's sister of his heart Valerie Seiffert. Also he is survived by his Aunt Rita (Valliere) Gosselin from Keene, NY, Sheila (Strack) and Curt Poirer from North Carolina, Theresa Strack and Howard Malloy from Florida, Shyamala Strack from Georgia, Tracey and Greta Strack from Virginia.

In heaven, Nathen will be with his namesake and uncle, PFC Stephen Valliere who was killed in action in Vietnam in 1966, his grandmothers, Mary Strack who died in 1986 and Lena Monroe Valliere, and his Uncle Larry Strack who passed away in 2017. Nathen also had a very special bond with his grandfathers, Paul Strack who predeceased him in 2014, and Donat Valliere. Nathen referred to his grandfather as his hero, mentor and aspired to be like him. Paul adored him as well.

Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Nathen's name are encouraged to consider St. Joseph's Rehabilitation Center in Saranac Lake, NY or the Tupper Lake Christian Center.