Burial service: Robert “Bob” Conover,

Robert “Bob” Conover, who passed away on February 26, 2015, will be laid to rest at a burial service on Saturday, September 26 at 2p.m. at the Long Lake Cemetery.

The service will be conducted by Rev. Harold “Bunny” Austin with full Marine Military honors.

Arraignments are with the Brewer Funeral Home of Lake Luzerne.

Following the service there will be a small gathering at the Burnt Mountain Buck Club were Bob treasured to always be.

Roger Gary Varden

Roger Gary Varden passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at his home in Tupper Lake, surrounded by his loving family. Following Roger’s wishes, there will be no calling hours.

A burial service will take place at a later time in Holy Name Cemetery with Military Honors. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary- Stuart Funeral Home, Tupper Lake.

Born and raised in Tupper Lake, Roger graduated from Tupper Lake High School. Roger then served in the US Army from 1964 until 1966 and in the National Guard for eight years as a Military Justice. He was also an active member of the Tupper Lake Honor Guard.

Roger married Victoria LeBlanc in 1969. Together they raised one daughter, Donna (Varden) Garrow.

Roger is survived by his loving wife, Victoria; their daughter, Donna Garrow; one brother, Clifford Varden; grandsons, Kyle Varden and Jordan Garrow; great grandchildren, Tanner and Mikenna Varden, and many nieces and nephews. Roger is predeceased by his parents Adolphus and Josephine King Varden; his five brothers and three sisters.

Roger loved being with his grand and great-grandchildren. He loved to hunt, fish and spend time at his camp with all his brothers, nephews, nieces and all of his friends.

Donations in Roger’s memory can be made to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY, 12801.

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

William “Bill” Russell, 84

The world lost one of its greatest treasures today, the moon and stars will never shine as bright, and the world as a whole feels a bit colder.

HMCS William “Bill” C. Russell (USN, Ret.), 84, a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather passed away Saturday, September 12, 2020, following a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He lived true to the motto of serving God, country, family, and community.

William “Bill” C. Russell was born in the small Hamlet of Tupper Lake to Ralph and Julia Russell- the first son of 11 children. A lifeguard during his youth, his desire to help people drew him to enlist in the US Navy at the age of 17 and started his career at Hospital Corps School in Bainbridge, Maryland. He served on a number of bases and ships with notable accomplishments in the Arctic and Antarctica aboard the USS Glacier, the world’s largest icebreaker at the time, in support of Operation Deep Freeze III-V. During this tour of duty, he wintered over at McMurdo Sound as the senior in charge of medical facilities and even lent a hand in the first appendectomy amid the icebergs of the arctic. In fact, most of his career was spent traveling the 180th meridian. He was deployed to the North Pole during the birth of his daughter, Kathryn, and in the south pole during the birth of his son, William. He was a member of numerous ‘Orders’ including, The Order of the Blue Nose, The Domain of the Golden Dragon, The Order of the Red Nose, and The Order of the Emerald Shellback.

Bill met his soul-mate, Jacqueline "Jackie" (Wygant) Russell, and it wasn't long before they were inseparable-he once even “borrowed” an ambulance to go see her. Bill and Jackie shared a 53-year romance that never faded. He served with distinction and was awarded multiple commendations, including the Navy Unit Commendation, the Good Conduct Award (Fifth Award), and multiple Vietnamese Service Medals including a bronze star. After retiring from the Navy, Bill began to work for the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control as a disease investigation supervisor where he managed four rural counties in the Lowcountry of South Carolina, retiring after 26 years.

Ever the proud parent and grandparent he enjoyed spending most of his time with his family and grandchildren. After retiring from the navy the water still called to him and you could find him poolside enjoying his favorite crab legs.

Bill was a proud parishioner of St. Peter's Catholic Church for over 58 years, and a member of the choir for over 30 years. He joined the Knights of Columbus, Michael O'Connor-Council 5026. He led the council in capturing more state awards than any other Grand Knight and Exemplified into 4th degree becoming the Navigator of the Beaufort Assembly, District Deputy, and State Deputy in South Carolina. Bill led the state to National Honors for two consecutive years by meeting and exceeding every national goal and capturing more awards than any other State Deputy nationwide. He served two terms as District Master of the fourth degree and had the honor of leading the fourth degree into the cathedral & for regalia for the first time in over 25 years. Bill was also one of the originators in South Carolina for the Tootsie Roll Drive (Operation Hope).

Bill was a member of the board of directors of several nonprofit organizations including Thumbs-Up. He served as the chairman of the St. Peter's Family Life Center (school) and church building committees, St. Peter's Parish Council (x2), president of the Holy Name Society, and former Knights of Columbus representative for the Rainbow of Hope Foundation for Clemson University. He was a life member of the Navy League of the United States, a member of the Rotary Club of Beaufort, a two-time recipient of the Paul Harris Fellow award, member of the glacier society, and a longtime member of the Thursday Club- where the jokes ran aplenty.

Bill was incredibly quick-witted and had a fondness for birding, game shows, strawberry milkshakes, Taco Bell, Peanut M&M’s, and Hershey bars with Almonds. Perhaps his greatest regret was not getting a Pepé Le Pew tattoo during his time in the Navy.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Jacqueline M. Russell; his siblings, John Russell, Irene Russell, Grace Grammo, and Ralph Russell and grandson William T. Russell.

He is survived by his children and grandchildren: Kathryn D. Lindemann (Paul), William R. Russell (Angela), Jane E. Greene (Billy), and Theresa M. Raino (Mike). Grandchildren: Billy D. Greene III (Megan), Kristin M. Greene, Jacqueline A. Raino, and Roman W. Russell. To Bill ("Papa"), they were known as "Chum," "My Girl," "The Bug," and "Ro."

He is further survived by siblings, Sally Poirier, Nance Green, Helen “Peg” Cole, Robert “Tom” Russell (Veronica), Michael Russell, Sioux Collier (Bob), and brother-in-law Rey Grammo.

The family will receive friends on Monday, September 21, 2020 from 5-7p.m. at Anderson Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 at 12:30 in St. Peter’s Catholic Church with interment at 2 p.m. in Beaufort National Cemetery with military honors.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions prohibiting flowers, in lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made to support Parkinson's Disease research in the Department of Neurology at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus in thanks to Dr. Christina L. Vaughan, MD, MHS

Memories compound like interest over time and whose worth is unmeasurable to those that hold them dear. We will always treasure our memories with you – we love you, Papa.

Brenda L. Greenwood

Brenda [Tetter] passed the 21st of July at the age of 73, in her winter home in Barefoot Bay, Florida after an extensive battle with COPD. Born July 16, 1947 in Tupper Lake, where she lived for ten years then moved to Saranac Lake. As a young woman she moved to Rochester, N.Y., to be with her future husband.

She was predeceased by her parents Edmond Dupree and Pauline Dupree (Girard); her son Richard (Dave) Duprey and her special dog Suzi.

Brenda is survived by her loving husband of fifty years Ed Greenwood; her daughters Martinique (Bob) Bonter and Dawn (Brian) Duprey- Schommer; her sons Thomas (Aimee) Duprey and Dwayne Duprey; grandchildren Alex (Sarah) Duprey, Jillian Duprey-Schommer and Dalton (Spanky) Bonter; one great grandchild Ander Duprey; sisters Marlene (Tom) Hyde and Barbara (Roy) Stevens; many nieces, nephews, and amazing friends.

Brenda owned and operated the Monarch Unisex hair salon for over two decades. She loved gardening, traveling, animals of all types, and celebrating with family, especially during the holidays. She gave more than she ever received.

There are no words to describe the loss and love we feel for this beautiful, loving and caregiving woman.

A Memorial Service will be held in the Interfaith Chapel of Miller Funeral and Cremation Services, Inc. 3325 Winton Rd. S Rochester, on the 29th of August by invite only due to the Covid-19 limitation; however there will be a celebration of life immediately following at 12:00 p.m., noon, outside at 632 Clevenger Rd, Ontario, NY, which is approximately 25 minutes from Miller’s.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Pluta Cancer Center Foundation, 125 Red Creek Dr. Rochester, NY 14623 or Rochester Hope for Pets, 524 White Spruce Blvd. Rochester, NY 14623.

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Æron Dæsean Steenberge-McIntyre

Our Precious Angel, Æron Dæsean Steenberge-McIntyre came to us on October 8, 2019, with a fighting spirit and a will to live. From the moment he was able to come home to his family, after his early entrance into the world, he was the light of our lives. He brought joy, smiles, laughter and purpose to a family who so desperately needed those blessings.

Æron loved to go for walks every evening with his Papa or his JoJo. He loved swinging in the back yard with his Daddy, and he was his Mommy’s little Pou. His Trishy loved to let him splash in his baby pool, and watch his toes be kissed by the sunshine.

Nonnie, who was his Great-grandmother, loved to watch him laugh and play with her other Great-Grandchild, who could always make her Baby Æron giggle. He loved to go to church and sing along with the worship team. He was our sunshine, our Angel.

Æron was called back to heaven to be with God on August 13, 2020. He is survived by his parents, Regan McIntyre and Gage Steenberge. His Trishy, JoJo, Nonnie and maternal grandparents, Randy McIntyre and Gma Polly, Jennifer Barrows and Philip. Paternal grandparents, Danielle Steenberge and Christopher Cox. He was so loved by his Aunt Mad and Aunt Sav, Aunt Aubrey, his Uncles Heath and Connor. Great Aunts TT and Doris, his CoCo, his LoLo and his Stelly. He is also survived by many other aunts, uncles, cousins, his Christian Center Family, and his extended Malone family, who loved him so.

Calling hours were held on Monday, August 17, 2020 at 10a.m. at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home in Tupper Lake, NY. A funeral service followed calling hours and a burial took place immediately following the funeral at Saint Alphonsus Cemetery.

Donations in Æron’s memory can be made to the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad or the UVM Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in Burlington, Vermont.

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

Drummond LaBarge, 97

Drummond LaBarge, 97, passed away peacefully at home in the loving care of his children. Born on August 20, 1922, son of Addie and Charlie LaBarge. He was predeceased by his sisters; May, at 2 years old from diphtheria, Veronica Barrett, Beatrice Corneau; brothers, Clarence and Edgar.

Calling hours will be at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home at 11:00AM on Tuesday, August 11, 20202. A funeral will be held at 12:00PM at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home with the burial in Holy Name Cemetery to follow.

After graduating from high school, he worked for a prominent family at Big Wolf for a brief time until he was drafted into the US Army in 1941 and stationed in Papua New Guinea. He moved up very quickly to Staff Sgt, running a Stevedore unit which included several life-long Tupper Lake friends and Aussies. Drummond was one of three sharp shooters, all of them from Tupper Lake and they remained friends for many years. He was in New Guinea until the war ended.

Drummond returned from the war and married Simone LaFrance. Together they had six children, Stephen, Richard, Rhea, Dorie, Ellen and Shaun.

Drummond was a talented athlete. Before the war, he was a side-arm pitcher for the semi-pro Carborundum Factory team in Niagara Falls’ industrial league until he was sidelined by an injury.

Dad held down many jobs including logging camps, Benson mines in Newtown Falls and finally retired as a chef for Sunmount after 30 years. He was a fierce competitor his entire life and took on anybody in horseshoes, shuffle board or darts. Dad was a jack-of-all-trades and could build anything. We often called him an engineer without the degree.

Dad loved being home at the lake which he called his paradise. He loved his outdoor kitchen he built and loved cooking clams, his world-famous chicken, and many fish fries for his family and friends. He also loved going to hunting camp with his son Rick.

Donations in Drummond’s memory can be made out to VFW, 1849 NY-3, Tupper Lake, NY 12986 or Life Flight, PO Box 994 Saranac Lake, NY 12983.

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

Edna Somers, 94

Former long time Tupper Lake resident Edna Somers passed away peacefully in Newport News, Virginia on July 26 at age 94.

Edna was born October 26, 1925 in Tupper Lake, the third child of Napoleon and Mary Paiement. She graduated from Holy Ghost Academy and married Mert Somers in 1947.

Edna was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother generously sharing her baking and needlecraft talents with her family. After retiring, Edna and Mert spent their later years in Florida and then Virginia.

She is preceded in death by her husband Mert, her parents, sisters Isabel Pingio and Simone Martin and brothers Eugene and Arthur Paiement. Edna is survived by her sister Cheryl Gallagher and three children; Patricia of Newport News Virginia, Michael and his wife Paula of Valrico, FL and John and his wife Beth of Keuka Lake, N.Y., five grandchildren and many great grand-children.

A service will be held in Tupper Lake later this summer.

Paul A. Richter, 84

Paul A. Richter, of Albany, retired New York State Trooper, passed on August 1, 2020.

Born May 1, 1936 in Woodside, Queens, N.Y., he was the son of the late Hans and Margaret (Wehinger) Richter.

He attended P.S. 152 and W.C. Bryant High School and graduated from L.I. Agricultural and Tech Institute (now SUNY Farmingdale). He also graduated from the New York State Police Academy and the NTC Polygraph School.

Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958, retiring with honorable discharge.

On May 1, 1960 Paul married Marie Claire Penaud from Niort, France at the St. Jean the Baptiste Church, Manhattan, N.Y.

Paul entered the New York State Police on January 2, 1962. He had served in Troops C and B. He retired as a Zone Sergeant on disability as a result of an on-duty shooting incident in Lake Placid on September 30, 1973 during a traffic stop.

Shot three times, once in the neck area, it left him totally paralyzed from the waist down. After many months of combined excellent care at CVPH, Plattsburg, and an intensive rehabilitation program at Sunnyview Hospital, Schenectady, he was discharged able to ambulate with a cane and leg brace.

For seven months Paul was visited everyday by his devoted family, friends and members of the New York State Police…these visits kept his spirits high. Paul remembered that Christmas 1973 at Sunnyview when the staff asked his brother Carl to dress up as Santa Claus. Paul and his children did not recognize Carl as Santa.

Paul and his family lived in Tupper Lake at the time and moved to Albany in 1980 to get away from the severe winters. Paul always loved the Adirondacks and its people.

Paul was a life time member of the New York State Police PBA and the Association of Former NYS Troopers-Adirondack Chapter; a member of the Tupper Lake Mt. Arab Lodge 847, F. & A.M., Tupper Lake Moose Lodge 640, Albany Elks Lodge 49, IPA, American Association of Troopers, Italian-American Heritage Museum, Spinal Cord Society-Capital District Chapter, and the world famous Grump Club.

Paul received the NYSP “Brummer Award”, Troy Police PBA “Gold Shield Award”, Warriors on Wheels Award, Burke Rehabilitation-Research Program Citizen Award, and the Jefferson Award for Public Service.

Paul was a gubernatorial appointee by Gov. George Pataki to serve on the NYS Spinal Cord Injury Research Board, which he proudly served on for 16 years without monetary compensation. Paul always was appreciative of the assistance he received from fellow board member, Dr. Allen Carl, making it possible for him to attend each meeting.

After Pauls' injury, he directed his energy as an active advocate for the funding and research toward finding a cure for spinal cord injury paralysis. He was involved in the Spinal Cord Society Capital District Chapter’s annual research fund benefit for 30 years. He found pleasure when he was a volunteer driver for many years for the St. Peter's Hospital mobile meals with fellow volunteer, Eleanor Finkelstein.

Paul was the driving force and chairman behind the creation of the “Gray Rider Trooper” monument project which is in front of the New York State Police Academy and was dedicated on September 30, 1993, exactly twenty years to the day of his injury. He also initiated a statewide grassroots research board/program which has funded over $90 million to researchers in NYS. Paul gave his time and money to see these projects through to completion.

Paul often said, “whatever accomplishments I may have been fortunate enough to have achieved, it is because of the constant loyal support and help from my family, friends, volunteers, law enforcement community and the Grumps.

Paul enjoyed time with his family, helping others, driving his vintage Chevy Caprice Sedan, the few winters he spent in sunny Florida and lunch with friends at Dee Dee’s Tavern. He appreciated the fine customer service from Lev Shoe Repair, Ragonese Imports and the Lucky Garden Restaurant, Paul’s Garage and always the help he received from Dr. Carl’s assistant, Shanti. Paul missed his pre-injury days in Tupper Lake of hunting, fishing, camping, golfing and skiing.

Survivors include his wife, Marie Claire, six children; Valerie (Michael) Burdo, Christine (Lance) Richardson, Claudine (John) Costello, Lisa (Carl) Albright, James (Kristin) Richter, John Richter and partner Katie O’Keefe; his brother Carl Richter, grandchildren; Olivia Richter, and Maryna and Andrew Richardson and his many friends. Paul was very proud of the accomplishments of his six children which he attributed to their hard work and their mother, Marie, who dedicated her life to her family.

The family would like to thank the nurses at St. Peter’s Hospital Community Hospice Inn for taking such great care of Paul in his last moments.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Paul’s family Friday, August 7, 2020 9a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany, NY 12206 (Please only enter the funeral home from the rear parking lot doorway; Masks and Social Distancing are required; and 40 visitors at a time will be allowed in the funeral home) and then continue on with a New York State Trooper Escort to the Gerald BH Saratoga National Cemetery for a 12:30 pm Service with Military Honors.

To leave a message for the family, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to remember Paul may consider a contribution to Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation, 270 Belmont Avenue, Schenectady, NY or the NYS Troopers PBA, Signal 30 Fund, 120 State Street, Albany, NY 12207.

Dale A King, Sr., 54

Dale Allen King, Sr., 54, of Dryden, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 4, 2020, at his home.

Born in Altamont, N.Y. on September 28, 1965, Dale was the son of the late Richard and Beatrice Claremont King.

He was a 1983 graduate of Groton Central School. Shortly after graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served from 1984 until his honorable discharge in 1988. He was a proud member of the American Legion.

He is survived by his children, Leah (Adam Standish) King of McDonough, and Dale Allen King II of Freeville; his stepchildren, Johanna (Andrew) Harvey of McGraw, Jamie (Doug) Hehner of N.J., and Amylynn (Nathan) Lucas of Freeville. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Matthew and Rylin Standish; his stepgrandchildren, Ahlexis, Kobe, and Kirsten Tetreault, Natalynn Lucas, and Henley and Hendrix Hehner; his brothers, Mark King of Groton, Todd (Colleen) King of Tupper Lake, and Kent (Dawn) King of CA; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In keeping with the wishes of the family, a private burial will be held at Holy Name Cemetery, Tupper Lake, followed by a private celebration of life.

Those wishing to remember Dale through a donation are asked to consider any local organization that serves to benefit our veterans.

Denise Sullivan Moore, 81

Denise Sullivan Moore, age 81, well-known summer resident of Tupper Lake, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020, at her home on Little Wolf Lake, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born in Little Falls, N.Y., the daughter of the late Helen and Dennis Sullivan.

Calling hours will take place on Friday, July 31, 2020 from 4p.m. until 7p.m. at the Frary-Stuart Funeral Home, Tupper Lake. A Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 11a.m. at Holy Name /Saint Alphonsus Church. Immediately following the services will be a burial at Holy Name Cemetery

Denise was a 1957 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy in Little Falls and received her Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Hartwick College in 1961. She also studied at Teachers College, Columbia University.

After graduation, her nursing career took her to San Francisco and in the mid-1960s she lived and worked in Nuremberg, Germany as a civilian nurse for the US Army, allowing her to travel throughout Europe.

After returning from Germany, Denise became a public health nurse for the City of Utica and then the Social Service Coordinator for Faxton Hospital, also in Utica.

Denise later returned to graduate school at the University of Buffalo where she received her Master’s degree in Community Health Nursing and became a certified nurse practitioner in women’s health.

She was a nursing faculty member at Niagara University and retired from Morrisville State College in 1999 as an associate professor of Nursing.

Denise is survived by her husband, John Sparks Moore, her daughter, Susan Moore Koomen, and her husband, Eric, a granddaughter, Julia Ann Koomen, a grandson, Cole Sparks Koomen and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, James, and his wife Barbara, brother-in-law, Edward (Ned) Moore, and sister-in-law, Susan Moore Edgette.

Donations in Denise’s memory can be made out to High Peaks Hospice, online or mailed to 309 County Route 47, Suite 3, PO Box 840, Saranac Lake, NY 12983 or Hospice at University of Rochester Medical Center, online or mailed to 2180 Empire Boulevard, Webster, NY 14580.

Online condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com

Chris David Woods, 52

Chris David Woods, age 52, of Tupper Lake, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 14, 2020. Arrangements are under the direction of Frary- Spaulding Funeral Home.

Mr. Woods was born on December 21, 1967 in Tupper Lake, the son of Kenneth Woods and Reta (St. Onge) Woods. He graduated from Tupper Lake High School 1986. Later Chris attended SUNY Canton for electrical work. Chris worked in Fort Drum with his brothers on electrical jobs, he worked as a chef at Potsdam College, then later at Sunmount as a DDSO.

Chris loved hunting and beating his brothers at everything he did. He enjoyed archery, rifles, water skiing and skiing Big Tupper.

Mr. Woods is survived by his mother Reta Woods; his son Justin Woods and his companion, Tonya Fuller of Malone, NY; his two daughters, Ashleigh Woods and Amanda Woods and their mother Karen Kraus of Colton, NY; two sisters, Sherley Garrelts and her husband Norman, Lorene Roye and her husband Phillip; three grandchildren Jacob, Aalinna, Mariska; nieces and nephews; his ex-wife Billie Jo Pickering, and a special sister-in-law Bette and Jim.

Chris was predeceased by his brothers, Glenn Woods and Kenneth Woods Jr.; his sister Carrie Jane; and his father Kenneth Woods Sr.

Donald Lawrence Keller, 81

Donald Lawrence Keller, 81, a proud lifelong native of Long Lake, New York went to be with the Lord on July 10, 2020. Donald, “Donnie,” was the son of Lawrence and Marie Keller and graduated from Long Lake Central School in 1956 before joining the Navy. Donnie returned to Long Lake working various jobs before forming his own company, Kickerville Construction.

He leaves behind his wife, Venita, son, Sam Keller, daughters Wendy Krom, Katherine (Katie) Slentz, Kristen (Kris) Lance, and Karrah (Boo) Gereau; stepsons, Dana and Scott Gagnier, sons in law, Kenneth Slentz, Michael Lance and Daniel Gereau, one daughter-in-law, Sherilea Keller, twenty two grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Donald (DJ) Keller.

Donnie was a licensed pilot and built his own airstrip. He was well-known in New York State as one of the most skilled grader operators of his time. He was an avid hunter and was famous among family and friends for his secret venison sausage and his clam dip. Donnie loved to sing and had a beautiful voice. He loved people and made friends with everyone he met.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Long Lake Wesleyan Church for the orphanage in Haiti that Donnie loved.

Jon Michael Sabin

Jon Michael Sabin, of Naperville, IL died peacefully in his home on Friday, July 26, after a long battle with cancer. He was 63 years old.

Jon was born on December 6th, 1956 in Malone, to Lloyd “Bud” Sabin and Margaret “Peg” Sabin.

He graduated from Franklin Academy in Malone, and State University of New York at Morrisville with an Associate Degree in Business Administration. He worked as an HVAC engineer and salesperson, most recently at RC Sales in Downers Grove, IL.

In 2004, he married Kim LaGow of Naperville, and they remained happily married until Jon’s passing. A lifelong fan of the Boston Red Sox, Jon also enjoyed listening to music, riding his motorcycle, and spending time telling stories with his family. Those who knew Jon remember him as a friendly, down-to-earth, glass half full person who never hesitated to help those in need.

He is predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his wife; Kim LaGow, six children: Megan, Nicholas, Adam, Cale, Rachel, and Kate; six grandchildren: Cain, Eliza, Jillian, Ace, Connor, and Finn; a sister, Deborah; and two brothers: Tom and his wife, Sherry and Bob, and his wife, Janet and numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Edward-Elmhurst Cancer Center, 120 Spalding Drive. #111, Naperville, IL 60540.

Theresa Peets Savard, 84

Theresa Peets Savard, 84, Jonesborough, passed away Friday, July 3, 2020, at NHC Healthcare of Johnson City.

Theresa was born in Tupper Lake to the late William and Maude LaCount Peets. She was of the Catholic faith, attending St. Mary’s in Johnson City and St. Matthews in Winter Haven, FL.

In addition to her parents, Theresa is preceded in death by her loving husband, whom she adored and missed dearly since his passing seven years ago, Richard Allen Savard, an infant son, Robert Savard, and her brothers, Donald, Robert and Gerald Peets.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Richard “Rick” William Savard and wife Miriam of Burnsville, NC, Kim Anders and husband Michael of Jonesborough, Sherry Perkins and husband Douglas of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Angela, Jess, Michael, Tanner; great-grandchildren, Sofia, Gigi, David, Lucie; siblings, Shirley Dechene, Nancy Maroun, Richard Peets and wife Carole, all of Tupper Lake.

Theresa’s children would like to say a special thank you to Sam and the staff and NHC for taking such good care of their mother.

It was Theresa’s wish to be cremated and laid to rest beside her loving husband at St. Matthew’s Church in Winter Haven, FL.

Memories and condolences maybe shared at www.appfh.net

Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Johnson City, is honored to serve the Savard family.

Vincent Jay, 89

Vincent Edward Jay, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at his home in Tupper Lake. There was a private Funeral Mass on Friday, July 10, 2020 at 2p.m. at St. Alphonsus Holy Name Church. A burial took place at St. Alphonsus Cemetery immediately following the service. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home, Tupper Lake.

Vincent was born on December 13, 1930, in Auburn, N.Y., son of Harry and Nellie Austin Jay. They moved to Tupper Lake in 1931.

Vincent graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1948. During high school, Vincent was a star athlete and lettered in football, baseball, basketball and track and was chosen Captain of the High School All-State Team.

Vincent enlisted in the United States Navy in 1951 and served four years until he retired in 1954. During his time in the Navy, Vincent traveled to Camp Harn and served two tours of duty in Korea.

He married Betty Johnson on July 1, 1953, and together they had three boys, Vincent, Martin and John.

He went on to obtain his Bachelors and Master’s degree in Elementary Education from SUNY Potsdam. Vincent would use his degrees to teach 8th and 6th grade, was elementary school principal and later Director of Special Programs. He was on the school board for five and half years.

He would also attend Syracuse University, Clarkson University and West Virginia University. He would soon start his teaching career in 1958 and retired from teaching in 1985 as Director of Special Programs in Tupper Lake.

Vincent was an active member in the Knights of Columbus and the New York State Retired Teachers Association and a life member of the Lions Club, VFW, American Legion. He was Lion of the year from 1978 to 1980, Chairman of the Franklin County Elementary Council Association and a third-degree Knights of Columbus.

His wife, Betty passed away on March 30, 2008 after 54 years of marriage. Vincent remarried in March 8, 2009 to Rena Watras who passed away on February 16, 2016.

Vincent is survived by his sons, Vincent, of Lowville, Martin, of Johnson City, and John, of Tupper Lake.

He is predeceased by his wives, Betty and Lorena.

Vincent enjoyed fishing, hunting and golf but above all, he liked to work in his woodshop. He was a family man and enjoyed many wonderful moments with his children.

Donations in Vincent’s memory can be made out to High Peaks Hospice, 309 Co Rd 47 Suite 3, Saranac Lake, NY, or the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Florida.

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

Richard A. Lemieux, 77

Richard A. Lemieux, 77 of Mooers Forks, formerly of Tupper Lake, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at his home with his family by his side.

Born October 4, 1942 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, he was the son of Joseph and Margaret Lemieux.

He attended Clarkson University and was a U. S. Navy Vietnam veteran.

He was a self-employed carpenter. Richard loved to fly and also enjoyed gardening and fishing.

He is predeceased by his parents and a younger brother, Michael.

Left to cherish Rick's memories are his wife, Cheryl; two sons, Rick Schuttig and Nathan Lemieux; one daughter, Tara Clarke and her husband, John. He is further survived by three grandchildren, Susan, Ezekiel and Alexander. Also surviving Rick are three brothers, Joseph Jr. and his wife, Rosemary of Piercefield; James and his wife Alice; Wayne and his wife Julie and one sister Carol King, all of Tupper Lake.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Arrangements are in the care of the Ross Funeral Home, 2586 Route 11, Mooers. To offer an online condolence, please visit www.rossfuneralhomes.com

Phillip A. Benware, 77

Phillip A. Benware, 77, of Mayfield died Saturday July 11, 2020 at Albany Medical Center Hospital after a courageous battle with a rare kidney disease.

He was born in Tupper Lake, on October 17, 1942 a son of Romeo and Gladys Dupuis Benware and was educated there. Phil moved to Mayfield in 1994 to be closer to his children.

Mr. Benware owned and operated Benware Logging in Tupper Lake. He continued to work as a truck driver until his retirement.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his son, tinkering in his shed, and spending time at the casino with his wife. Phil was known for his sense of humor, mostly in the form of teasing, secret handshakes, and not-so-famous songs. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by three sisters, Shirley Facteau, and Nancy and Mary Benware; and two brothers, Gordon and Richard Benware.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Denise Leroux Benware, whom he married on February 19, 1966; a daughter, Julie Benware of Saratoga Springs; a son, Timothy Benware of Broadalbin; three granddaughters, Ashley Watson of Ballston Lake, Amy Watson of Saratoga Springs, and Amber Benware of Broadalbin; a great-grandson, Maddox Brodsky; a great-granddaughter, Ahri Whitehead; two sisters, Connie Amell of Saranac Lake and Linda (Daniel) McGivney of Warren, OH; two brothers, Bruce (Callie) Benware of Fulton and Charles (Deborah) Benware of Tupper Lake; a sister-in-law, Margaret Benware of Tupper Lake; and several nieces and nephews.

Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Saturday from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown. A prayer service will be conducted at 1 pm at the funeral home with Rev. Jun Segura. In accordance with current health guidelines, facial coverings and social distancing are required. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mayfield Volunteer Fire Dept., in care of the funeral home.

Warren O. Dwight, 98

A graveside service was held for our wonderful Dad, Warren O. Dwight, 98, who passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, morning, July 8th 2020. His last words to us were: “I’m looking forward to a good night’s sleep”. There was no specific cause of death. He died peacefully in his sleep.

Warren was born on September 7, 1921 in Tupper Lake, the son of Edwin Roy Dwight and Mary Louise Cote.

Warren married Elaine Bismarck on August 21, 1948 where they resided on Long Island, NY and later retired to Keene, N.Y. He served in World War II from June 1942 to September 1945 in the 677th Bombardment Squadron – Air Offensive Japan, Burma, China, and India. He received the World War II Victory Medal, American SV Medal, Asiatic Pacific SV Medal and Good Conduct Medal.

Warren is survived by his wife; our mother, Elaine R. Dwight of Keene; three children, Timothy Warren Dwight of Peru, IN, Emily Elizabeth Scozzafava of Kent CT, and Gregory Stephen Dwight of Goodyear, AZ; six grandchildren, Tyler, Alexandra, David, Madison, Christopher, and Noah; one great-granddaughter, Eirin and one great-grandson, Oliver. He was predeceased by his grandson Jacob. He is also survived by his sister Joan Brown of Harvest, AL.

Warren was a fine musician, trumpet player – big band jazz being his all-time favorite music to play.

He was a loving, gentle, and quiet husband and father who enjoyed fishing, hunting, bird watching, reading and smoking his pipe.

The graveside service was held at 12 p.m. on Sunday, July 12 at Norton Cemetery, Keene, with Reverend John Sampson, Pastor of Keene Valley Congregational Church, officiating. Military Honors were provided by the Keene Valley American Legion, Keene Valley, NY.

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, upload a photograph or leave condolences for the family at www.mbclarkfuneralhome.com.

Edward “Red” Clement, 77

Edward “Red” Clement, 77, of Tupper Lake, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2020, at the home of his daughter Lori.

Born in Tupper Lake on March 26, 1943, he was the son of Arthur and Marie Jeannette (Sabourin) Clement. He married Donna (Rule) Clement on November 4, 1961, and together they raised six children.

Red attended local schools and was a lifelong resident of Tupper Lake. Until his retirement in 1985, he was the manager of Grand Union grocery stores throughout the Tri-Lakes area. He represented his community as a trustee on the Tupper Lake Village Board, served on the Board of Education for the Tupper Lake Central School District, and was a member of the Tupper Lake Volunteer Fire Department for many years.

Red enjoyed any task involving physical labor (and always liked to be involved in everyone’s projects). He loved watching the NY Yankees, having coffee with his friends at McDonald's, and making his daily rounds to see his children and grandchildren.

Edward is survived by his children, Lori (Christopher) LeBlanc, Amy (Richard) Stout, Scott (Michelle) Clement, Dawn (Geoffery) Carmichael, and Branden Clement all of Tupper Lake; and Pamela Brickey (Richard Pilon) of Parkville, Maryland. He is also survived by his sisters Jeannine Storer of Florida, Mary Jo Anne (Michael) Meade of Maryland, Cheryl (Thomas) Fee of Tupper Lake; brother Arthur Jr. (Serena) Clement of Tupper Lake; and sister-in-law Janet (Wayne) Ostolski of Wheatfield. He will be remembered fondly by his fifteen grandchildren: Nathan Trudeau, Kyle Trudeau, Scott LeBlanc, Krista LeBlanc, Shawna Brickey, Samantha Brickey, Cody Brickey, Genna Carmichael, Myles Carmichael, Nicholas Skiff, Elliot Clement, Bayleigh Clement, Parker Clement, and Jonathan Clement; eight great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Donna; brothers Leonard, Leo, Roger, and Marcel; sisters Loretta Clement, Adelaide LaRocque and Theresa Gaff; and his parents.

A Burial Service will take place on July 25, 2020, at 10 a.m. at Saint Alphonsus Cemetery, with Deacon Gerald Savage officiating.

Those wishing to make memorial contributions in Edward's memory are asked to consider High Peaks Hospice or the Tupper Lake Volunteer Rescue Squad. Online condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com.

Richard Ovilla Roberts

Rick Roberts, 71, of Tupper Lake, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2020, at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake.

Rick is survived by his son, Kirk Roberts of Fort Pierce, Florida. He was predeceased by his daughter Angela Roberts of Tupper Lake.

Rick was born on December 7th, 1948, in Tupper Lake. His parents were Ovilla Roberts and Dorothy Gale.

Rick was raised in lumber camps until he was old enough to go to school. Rick attended Holy Ghost Academy, in Tupper Lake until the tenth grade. He then attended Tupper Lake High School when he was recruited to play football by Frank Tice.

Rick graduated from Tupper Lake High School in 1966. In 1968, Rick married Susan Fuller. He and Susan had a son, Kirk Roberts. Rick spent six years in the Army Reserves. He was a medic with the 310th Field Hospital in Malone. He received an honorable discharge.

Rick attended Loyola University in Montreal where he played football. Rick then went on to play football at Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas. He studied Biology and Physical Education. Rick trained and coached many young people in his home gym in Tupper Lake. Rick was an expert in Fitness and Power-lifting. He trained six High School National Championship Teams.

In 1987, Rick won Lumberjack of the Year, Canadian American Championship. In 1989, Rick was also a National Champion and World Champion. He today still holds the New York State bench press record for 275 lb. Class sub-masters. Rick came back to Tupper Lake and worked as a Lumberjack. He then worked at the United States Postal Service and retired in 1998 after 25 years of service to the USPS.

Rick married Denise Villeneuve and they had a daughter, Angela Roberts. Rick continued to train weightlifters and worked with Tupper Lake youth until 2015.

Per Ricks wishes, there will be no calling hours or service. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary-Stuart Funeral Home.

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