Steven J. Burke, 59
Steven J. Burke, 59, of Childwold, died Friday, September 17, 2021 at the Adirondack Medical Center in Saranac Lake.
Steven was born in Buffalo, New York on June 17, 1962, the son of Philip and Rosemary (Spencer) Burke.
Steven had worked most of his life as an auto body repairman for various auto body shops in Rochester, N.Y. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.
He is survived by one brother Thomas Burke of Canandaigua, N.Y., one sister Linda (Michael) Blair of Rochester, NY, and one sister-in-law Melissa Burke of Canandaigua, N.Y. He is also survived by several nieces and his close cousins Chris (Amy) Larkin and Daniel Larkin all of Rochester, NY. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Paul Burke.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Fortune-Keough Funeral Home in Saranac Lake. Following cremation funeral services will take place at the convenience of the family.
Friends wishing to remember Steven J. Burke may make memorial contributions to the Tri-Lakes Humane Society in care of the funeral home. Family and friends can also share their condolences and memories at fortunekeoughfuneralhome.com.
Richard J. Papineau, 74
Funeral Mass for Richard J. Papineau, age 74, of Tupper Lake, were held on Monday, September 20, 2021, at 12:30Pp.m. at St. Alphonsus Church. Burial was in Holy Name Cemetery following funeral services. Calling hours were held earlier that day at Frary-Stuart Funeral Home in Tupper Lake, NY.
Mr. Papineau passed away late on the evening of September 13, 2021.
Richard is survived by his wife, Susan (Varden) Papineau; his daughters, Corrennia Rice, Stacey Papineau, Christy Papineau; his grandchildren, Chelsea (John) Schaffer, Joelle Bedore, Kylie McFadden, Braiden Martin, Denny Martin, Logan Morrow; and his great-grandchildren, Lance, Abel, and Winnie Schaffer. He is predeceased by his parents Delbert and Edna (Trudell) Papineau and by his aunt Theresa Trudell.
Richard was born on March 3, 1947, in Tupper Lake, the son of the late Delbert and Edna (Trudell) Papineau.
Richard married Susan Varden at his parent’s home on November 11, 1978, with the Judge Tony Ellis officiating. Richard was employed at Sunmount DDSO as a Mental Hygiene Therapy Aide and was greatly respected and admired. Richard enlisted in the US Army and National Guard and proudly served his country.
Richard enjoyed camping, collecting antiques, going to flea markets, wheeling and dealing. He enjoyed his pets dearly, and he was an avid Ham Radio and CB operator with the handle “Wildfire”.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the local Alzheimer’s Association at 101 Broad St. Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Online condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhomes.com
Joan DeGroot, 87
Joan DeGroot passed away in her home on August 19, 2021 at age 87.
Joanie was a fun loving, sassy Philly girl who loved to banter. She was a doting wife, mother, and granny.
Joan was preceded in death by her son Joseph Scanlon.
She is survived by her loving husband, Dennis, who was at her side for 40 years. She is survived by her daughters Michele and Kelly, her son-in-law Joe, her grandchildren Kristy, Ryan, and Evan, her great-grandchildren Mason and Ethan, and her nephews. I love you, Joanie.
Austen Toohey, 27
Austen Jay Toohey, 27, of Dickenson Center and Tupper Lake passed away Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Albany Medical Center with his family by his side.
He had survived open heart surgery in March 2021, but eventually succumbed to complications due to an infection. Austen always fought for what he wanted and fought until he couldn't fight any longer.
Born on January 11, 1994 at Albany Medical Center, he was the son of Paul Toohey Jr. and Bobbie Jo Roberge.
Austen was a kind hearted soul who would help anyone in need especially his family. Family to Austen were those related to him by blood, marriage and the people closest to him. He loved working on small engines and could often be found in the garage working on a car, snowmobile or four-wheeler.
Although Austen got into his fair share of trouble, he was in the process of turning his life around.
Austen was a passionate person and treasured time with his sons, Liam and Paxton, his brother Nathan, and his nephews, nieces, and cousins. Austen was anxiously awaiting a baby in March 2022.
He is survived by his fiance Brittenie York, two sons, Liam, 8; Paxton, 1; Brittenie's two sons Bentley and Hunter; his mother, Bobbie Jo (Eric) Drasye; his father, Paul Toohey, Jr.; three brothers, Nathan Toohey, Devin Roberge, Eric Drasye Jr., step sister Devon Beaudette and half brother Payton Toohey. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Carol Beaudette, and great-grandmother Beulah Gonyea; his paternal grandparents, Paul Toohey, Sr. and Lynda (Smith) Toohey. Austen also leaves behind many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was predeceased by his Pop, Neal Beaudette; a half sister, Paige Toohey, grandfather Robert Roberge, uncles Lee and William Gonyea.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.
John M. Fuller, 88
John M. “Jack” Fuller, 88, passed away at his home on Monday, September 6, 2021 after a long illness.
Jack was born on November 11, 1932, the son of Harold and Anita (Bedore) Fuller.
He grew up in the Junction neighborhood of Tupper Lake and was a 1951 graduate of Tupper Lake High School. Jack was a member of the undefeated 1948 Lumberjack football team, and was later inducted into the TLHS Athletic Hall of Fame.
After high school, Jack was drafted into the United States Army and served at the end of the Korean War. Following service, he returned to Tupper Lake and was married to the former Dorothy LaPointe on May 22, 1955.
Jack spent a 35-year career working for the Village of Tupper Lake in several different capacities, eventually retiring as foreman of the Electric Department. He also spent 17 years as a member of the local volunteer fire department.
In his leisure time, Jack enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a fixture at several local clubs, including Robinwood Park and Township 19. An entertaining storyteller, he enjoyed telling tales of the Junction of his youth and its many interesting residents and events.
Jack is predeceased by his parents and wife of 60 years.
He is survived by his daughter Marcy (Dean) LaVigne and son Marty (Laurie) Fuller, both of this village. He was fortunate enough to have five grandchildren: Donnie Hachey, Zachary LaVigne, Amande Lizotte and Lexie and Nicole Fuller.
He also had four great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Hachey, and Jeannelle, Maddox and Everett Lizotte.
There will be no funeral or calling hours. A private graveside ceremony will take place for the family at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jack’s memory to High Peaks Hospice.
Celebration of life: Stuart Burnett Sr.
Please come celebrate the life of Stuart Burnett Sr, aka Wildman at the Lookout Bar and Grille at the Tupper Lake Country Club on Friday, September 24 from 4p.m. to 8p.m.
It will be a potluck buffett. Come share memories that you have of him with his family.
Vernon Ross Friend
Born May 22nd 1933 and died on August 20, 2021, at age 88 years old. His parents were Lucy and George Friend from Barton, Vermont. He had five siblings: Brothers: Rodney, Marvin, and Danny, Terry and Sister: Georgia.
His family moved to Tupper Lake in his teen years. He then enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean War as an air craft mechanic and did a tour in England. He returned to Tupper Lake and married Sandra Sutter December 15th 1956. Together they had five children. He worked at the Seaway Construction Project in St. Lawrence, Tahawus Mines in Newcomb, and was the Head Fleet Mechanic at Madden's Transfer and Storage in Saranac Lake, then started his own business Vern's Auto and Truck Repair specializing in working on Volkswagens in Tupper Lake until he retired at age 73. Hobbies included: hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and gatherings at his hunting camp with his family and grandchildren. He was a member of the Mt. Arab Masonic Lodge #847 for over 50 years and also a member of the Media Temple Motor Patrol for the Shriners.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Friend, Sister, Georgia Christiano of VT. Daughters: Linda (Steve) Hilbert of Saranac Lake, Darlene (Steve) Coffey of Seattle WA, Sons: Ross (Lori) Friend and Todd (Becky) Friend of Tupper Lake. Seven Grandchildren and Five Great Grandchildren. Many nieces and nephews. He was a loving and caring Father and Grandfather and will be deeply missed by his family. On August 26th a private family burial service was held at St. Alphonsus Cemetery in Tupper Lake, NY. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Fortune-Keough Funeral Home.
William “Bill” Joseph Lewis, Jr.
On August 26, Bill Lewis passed away at Montefiore Hospital, an affiliate of the Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh. His wife, Dona, was able to be with him.
Bill was born in Utica, N.Y. on November 5, 1939 to William and Beulah LaPorte Lewis. Bill grew into an exceptional athlete using his 6 foot 7 inch height to great advantage in basketball. Bill also showed his entrepreneurial skills early on, taking on the job of paper boy with such enthusiasm that he won the route sales contest and a new Schwinn bicycle.
In 1955, the Lewis family moved to Syracuse. Bill attended local parochial schools and graduated from Nottingham High School in 1958.
Bill married young and started his family. He worked tirelessly to support them, working multiple jobs at once. Among his jobs, he swept the floors at Syracuse China and sold door-to-door for Fuller Brush. Through it all, he developed his legendary work ethic and sales skills. He truly thought all work was honorable.
One fateful day, Bill drove by the Bristol Myers Pharmaceutical plant in Syracuse and saw a sign they were hiring. He began working on the maintenance crew, dreaming of breaking into sales for the company. He worked hard and, in time, convinced management to give him a chance. Bristol rewarded Bill’s success with a promotion to District Manager and, then, Regional Pharmaceutical Sales Manager which required a move to Richmond, VA. His steady success and rise in pharmaceutical sales had begun.
From Bristol, Bill moved to Glaxo and relocated to the Chicago area. He was hired to build the company’s hospital sales force in its move into American markets. While building Glaxo’s client base, Bill is credited with creating the first national accounts program for pharmaceuticals in North America.
In 1985, Bill married Dona McCready. In time, they relocated to Sun City, AZ. Their life together was filled with purpose, family, love and great fun. Bill’s humor, wit, riddles, poems, magic tricks, two-dollar-bill finger rings, yodeling and classic cars are unforgettable to everyone who knew him. Truly, when he walked into a room, he was the center of attention.
With Dona at his side, Bill’s career came to its peak at FFF Enterprises where Bill rose from sales consultant to become the Senior Vice President for Sales and Strategic Alliances. For 23 years, Bill worked tirelessly to grow the client base and sales for FFF and did so successfully. After 57 years in his industry, Bill had become a legend.
Bill loved to entertain and was a gracious host. In 2000. Bill and Dona began a project of very special meaning. They purchased a piece of land in Tupper Lake, home to Bill’s maternal ancestors who were among the early settlers in Tupper: the LaPortes, Sears (Cyr) and Auclairs. They planned and built a home to bring their large, loving family together and to share the Adirondacks with friends. And they did just that.
Bill loved his work and especially his time at FFF. So much so that he forgot to retire. He finally did retire just last May. The last weekend in July, he celebrated Dona’s birthday in Tupper with family gathered around him. He had just begun his post-retirement volunteer service at the Wild Center in Tupper.
When not working, Bill enjoyed all sports, golfing, puttering around his homes, tinkering with his cars, and—most of all—spending time with friends and family.
Bill is survived by his bride, Dona, and by children Bill (Jill); Scott; Bob (Sue); Jeffrey; Heather Lewis Buchholz (Keith); Sharon Neeld Leavitt and Craig Neeld (Michele) as well as by friends and relatives all across the country. He was predeceased by son Phillip Lewis, daughter, Jessica Lewis, son-in-law Chuck Leavitt and brother-in-law Jack Sarna. Also surviving are his sister, Lynette Sarna, brother, Michael (Donald), and 10 grandchildren.
After losing his daughter to spinal muscular atrophy, Bill became a tremendous advocate for children’s health. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Cure SMA, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Ronald McDonald House.
A Funeral mass for William “Bill” Joseph Lewis Jr., will be held on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at 11a.m. at St. Alphonsus Church. Calling hours will take place at Frary Funeral Home following mass.
Athur J. Carrow, 83
Arthur J. Carrow, 83, of Liverpool, N.Y., passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 19, 2021.
Born and raised in Tupper Lake, Art graduated from Tupper Lake High School. Art furthered his studies attending Albany State University.
In 1962, he was united in marriage to Donna M. Leroux, a blessed union of 59 years.
In 1969 the couple came to Liverpool and raised their family. Art was employed with Rollway Bearing in Liverpool as a Manufacturing Engineer, retiring after 25 years of service.
Arthur will be remembered for his work ethic and being the ultimate planner. Whether researching information to assemble a project or to plan a family vacation, he could always be counted on. He loved to travel, especially taking cruises, cooking large meals for his family to savor and was an avid SU basketball fan.
He is predeceased by his parents, Arthur C. and Herma (Burnell) Carrow and his sister, Patricia Farnsworth.
Surviving to cherish his memory is his wife, Donna M. Carrow of Liverpool, his children; Anne (John) Murphy of Baldwinsville, David (Vicki) Carrow and Michael Carrow both of Liverpool, Karen (Thomas) Adams of Cicero, six grandchildren; T.J., Jeff, Nikki, Elise, Mackenzie, Madison, two great-granddaughters, Sophia and Stella, two brothers, Ronald (Jenny) Carrow of Lake Placid and Dale (Patricia) Carrow of VA., many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours were held on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Christ the King Church, 21 Cherry Tree Circle, Liverpool, NY 13090 with a Mass of Christian Burial that followed at 11:00 am. The Rite of Committal and burial will be private in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery, Baldwinsville.
Contributions in Arthur's memory can be made to Christ the King Church. Please sign the funeral home on-line guest book for Arthur to express your condolences to his family.
Marni A. Wilcox, 48
Marni Webber-Wilcox, 48, passed away unexpectedly in the Glens Falls Hospital on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 while visiting a friend in the Lake George area.
Born on August 30, 1972 in Saranac Lake, she was the only child of Colyn and Donna Drew Webber.
Marni attended Tupper Lake High School and later received her GED. She worked for many years as a Home Health Aide.
On September 20, 2003 she married Frank D. Wilcox. He passed away on February 15, 2008.
Marni is survived by her father, Colyn Webber of Piercefield; one son Steven W. Webber of Pierefield; one daughter, Nicole Wilcox of Ft. Covington; one grandson, Harper Webber of Tupper Lake; her aunts Diane Trombley of Tupper Lake; Elaine Sarazen and Patty Reandeau of Piercefield; a good friend and Harper's mom Amanda Phillips of Tupper Lake, and Marni's companion, Larry DeShane of Tupper Lake, many cousins both in the area and in Niagara Falls.
She is predeceased by her mother, Donna Lynn Drew Webber, paternal grandparents, Clinton and Helen Webber and maternal grandparents, Harland and Darlene Drew, an uncle Frank Drew and her son Steven's father Steven Facteau.
Burial will be in Gale Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Funeral arrangements are in care of the Frary Funeral Home in Tupper Lake.
Nancy A. Boeye
Nancy A. Boeye, formerly of Piercefield, died unexpectedly on July 6, 2021 in Gainesville, Georgia. She was born in Schenectady, N.Y. and graduated from Plattsburgh State University in 1970.
After graduation,
Nancy taught in The Red Creek Central School until retiring in 2003.
Following her retirement Nancy and her husband of fifty years, Larry,
moved to the Adirondacks, where they loved to canoe, camp and hike
with their friends.
In Piercefield, Nancy worked at the Post Office, was a member of the Ladies Fire Auxiliary, the DAR, and was Town Historian. The Wild Center held a special place in Nancy's heart. She spent many hours there volunteering with her friends and sharing her love of the mountains to any that would listen.
In October of 2020, Nancy and Larry moved to the mountains of NE
Georgia.
Nancy is survived by Larry, her husband, her son Kerry and his wife Cecilia of Elliicott City Md., grandsons Jakob and Adrian, her sister Carol Male of Falmouth Me., and numerous nieces and nephews.
Colleen (Kennison) Scoville, 63
Colleen Aleta (Kennison) Scoville found the peace and love of Heaven on Friday, July 23, 2021 from the love and warmth of her home, in the dedicated care of her family.
Colleen was born 63 years ago on October 9, 1957 in Tupper Lake to Helen (LaBarge) and Garnard Kennison.
She earned her Associate degree in nursing from Maria College and went on to work as a Registered Nurse in many capacities, until finding her true passion at Capital District Psychiatric Center.
Colleen loved traveling, especially to Disney World. She loved her dogs, being in nature and enjoyed the beauty of lighthouses, but nothing brought her greater love and happiness than being with her children and her family.
Loving her forever are her children: Megan (Jarred) Westman of Willoughby, OH, Daniel Scoville of Delanson and Leslie Scoville of Delanson; grandchildren: Ella and Chloe Westman of Willoughby, OH; her siblings: Kathleen (Amy Lennon) Dougherty of South Daytona, FL, Monroe (Peggy) Kennison of Middleburgh, Diane (Thomas) Paulter of Amesbury, MA and Irene Francione of Canandaigua; many loved cousins, nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 10a.m. on Friday, July 30, 2021 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic church with Fr. Thomas Zelker as celebrant. A visitation with Colleen’s family was held on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at Coltrain Funeral Home, LLC 134 River St. Middleburgh. Cremation will follow the Mass and inurnment will be private, at the convenience of the family.
Colleen’s family requests memorials in her honor be sent to the Community Hospice Foundation
310 S. Manning Blvd. Albany, NY 12208 or the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation
1 East Wacker Drive, Suite 1730 Chicago, IL 60601
Please visit www.coltrainfuneralhome.com to share online condolences with her family.
Marcel Breton, 88
Marcel Breton, 88, from Beaufort, SC, formerly of Tupper Lake, and The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully at the home of his son on August 13, 2021.
He was born July 19, 1933 in Sully Quebec Canada to Joseph and Marie (Cote) Breton. He had 11 brothers and sisters, who have all predeceased him.
On August 15, 1964 he married the former Ginette Chenard, who passed away April 13, 2015.
In the 1960’s he came to Tupper Lake with his brother Rene to work in the logging camps. He spent his life working as a lumberjack. He worked for several logging contractors during his years. In October of 1995 he had a serious logging accident which caused him to retire. He was an avid Nascar fan, he loved to hunt and fish.
Surviving are his two children, Michel (Staci) Breton, Beaufort, SC and Sonia (Leo) Dugan, Hedgesville, WV, two grandchildren, Phillip (Valerie) Breton of Clarksville, TN and Erica (Tye) Martin of Lady’s Island, SC. He was blessed with four great grandchildren, Hayden and Thomas Marcel Breton and Lucas and Emery Martin. He also had several nieces and nephews that he was very close to.
Per his request, there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Compassus (Hospice) 10911 North Jacob Smart Blvd., Suite 1, Ridgeland, SC 29936 or the charity of your choice.
Judith Brunette, 83
A Funeral mass for Judith Brunette, 83, of Tupper Lake, will be held on Monday, August 23, 2021, at 10 a.m at St. Alphonsus Church. Burial will take place in the Gale Cemetery following services.
Judith was born on February 22, 1938 in Saranac Lake, the daughter of Leo Baker and Clara Salls Baker. She grew up in Childwold and graduated from Tupper Lake High School. Judy had a long and distinguished career with the Tupper Lake National Bank. She retired from the bank in 2000 after forty years of service as assistant cashier and branch manager.
Judy was very active in the Business and Professional Women’s Club over the years and held many positions within the organization. Judy was an avid reader and an excellent seamstress. She was unmatched in all needle work from crewel to embroidery. Her real skill was crocheting and she handcrafted many beautiful pieces in her lifetime.
Judy was previously married for 42 years to Donald Tellier who passed away in 2002. Judy married Kenneth Brunette in 2008. They loved to travel and even took a trip of a lifetime to Italy. Ken and Judy thoroughly enjoyed their twilight years together. Judy was predeceased by Ken in January of 2021.
Judy is survived by her loving stepchildren, Lori (Ray) Martin, Tom (Karen) Brunette and Andy (Nancy) Brunette; grandchildren; Kelly Martin, Katherine Reeder, Jay Martin, Scott Brunette, Nick Brunette and Chris Brunette, and many great grandchildren who have fond memories of their “Gramma Jude”.
Donations in Judy’s memory may be made to the Neighborhood House in Keen Valley, New York.
Jeanne “Gram” Taylor, 82
Jeanne “Gram” Taylor, 82, of Long Lake N.Y., passed away on August 4, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.
She was born and educated in Holyoke, MA. She is predeceased by her parents Eugene and Elizabeth (Fallon) Greaney, husband Norman Taylor and son Robert.
She is survived by her brother John (Dianne) Greaney, and Aunt Mary Bergman and family. She is also survived by her children, Greg, Norma (Buzzy) and Bea (Mark); 12 grandchildren: Victor (Rosie), Nick (Shana), Erik (Kate), Daniel, David (Carolynn), Nicole (Frank), Katie, Andrew, Justin, Nathan, Brandon and Breanna; and 16 great-grandchildren: Timothy, Weslie, Adam, Gavin, Avery, Marley, Daisy, Jayden, Mila, Gabriella, Dominick, Madison, Abel, Adlyne, Sofia and Calliope.
Jeanne loved to read, work in her amazing garden and spend time with her family.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Rider and Kevin Bolan RPA and staff. They would also like to thank all who sent cards during her illness. May you know her cards meant the world to her and gave her comfort in knowing her friends were thinking of her.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Long Lake Rescue Squad at Newcomb Road, Long Lake, NY 12847
Services will be held at a later date.
Richard C. Farnsworth, 90
Richard C. Farnsworth 90, of Hastings, N.Y. and formerly of the Amboy/Williamstown area passed away at his home on Monday, August 2, 2021.
He was born in Pittsfield, N.Y. on Feb 6, 1931- a son of Herbert and Isabell Haskins Farnsworth.
He was married to the former Thelma Kennedy, who passed away Feb 16, 2012. They had lived in Tupper Lake, before moving to the Amboy/Williamstown area.
Mr. Farnsworth drove truck for the North Country Dress Manufacturing Co., delivering dresses to the New York City market on a regular basis. Later he worked with Elliott’s Logging and he retired as a caretaker for the Three Pillars Resort and Campgrounds in Tupper Lake. He enjoyed camping and was a pretty good backyard mechanic.
Surviving are two daughters, Anne Farnsworth, Hastings, N.Y. and Florence Kennedy Rumsey, Adams, N.Y., a son, Douglas Farnsworth, Amboy, N.Y., six grandchildren, Mark Bishop, Kim Bishop, Jeff Ormsby, James Nason, Jessica Petrie and Sarah Harris, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents and siblings, he was predeceased by a daughter, Nancy Bishop, Nov 12, 2020.
Private services will be held under the direction of LaRobardiere Funeral Home, Inc., Camden, N.Y. Interment Fairview Cemetery, Williamstown, N.Y. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central New York, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY. You may view obituary and send a message of condolence online at www.larobardierefuneralhome@gmail.com.
Gerald Albert Mayville, 85
July 6, 1936- August 6, 2021
Gerald Albert Mayville, 85, passed away at Elizabeth Church Manor on Friday, August 6, 2021.
Gerald was born July 6, 1936.
He is survived by his loving wife Patricia; daughter Lori and Ben Thomas; son Chris and Karen Mayville; grandchildren Brandon, Nicole and Ryan; great granddaughter Maddie; sister Carol Haubeil and family.
Gerald was a graduate of Clarkson University. He was an electrical engineer and program manager for GE before retiring from Lockheed Martin.
Gerald was an avid golfer, loved hiking, fishing and traveling.
The family would like to thank the staff at Elizabeth Church Manor for the care and compassion given to Gerry. At the family’s request, all services will be private. A donation can be made in Gerald’s memory to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
Justin “Chicken” McNamara, 31
Justin “Chicken” McNamara, 31, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday July 29, 2021. Arrangements are under the care and supervision of Frary Funeral Home. Calling hours will be held on Friday August 6, 2021 from 12p.m.-4p.m. A celebration of life will take place the following day, on Saturday August 7, 2021 starting at 2p.m. at the VFW.
He is survived by his loving parents Brenda and Michael McNamara; his brother Branden, wife Christina, and their two children- Alica and Branden Jr. (a.k.a. Big Mac). Justin is also survived by his sister Jodi, her partner Kyle, and their children Logan and Layla; his brother Michael and his partner Callie, his brother Alex and daughter Quinn, and his little sister Sara St. Louis and her husband Matt along with their soon to be born baby boy, Jaxon. He is also survived by his Nanny, Janice Bombard, his dog Astor, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and the adopted “honorary McNamara crew.”
Justin Daniel McNamara was born on November 25, 1989, the son of Brenda and Michael McNamara. He graduated from Tupper Lake Middle/High School in 2008.
In the loving words of his brother and best friend, Branden “Chicken had many names as he was many things to everyone. He was a son, grandson, nephew, brother, and best friend.
“Anyone who knew him knew that his favorite name to be called above all else was 'Uncle Chicken'. He was always spoiling all his nieces and nephews to the maximum wherever they were. He loved them with absolutely everything he had.”
Said Branden, “I will forever miss our guy day Saturdays, or our Sundays yelling over the Giants and/or Cowboys games, but what I will miss the most is our endless hours of playing MLB The Show. Until we meet again bro, we all will love and miss you forever!”
His legacy continues through the gift of organ donations.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Chicken’s memory can be made to the Make A Wish Foundation.
The family thanks everyone for all their thoughts and prayers.
Condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com
Daniel James LaPierre, 34
Daniel James LaPierre, 34, of Tupper Lake passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at his home. Graveside service will be held at Holy Name Cemetery this Saturday, August 7 at 11:30 a.m.
Dan is survived by his parents, Brian and Mary LaPierre, his sister and brother-in-law: Shannon Kavanagh and PJ Kavanagh with their children Andrew and Charlotte, his grandmother, Helen Farnsworth of Wilbraham Massachusetts, his love, Melissa Ford LaPierre and their three beautiful children: Cailan, Anjaylin and Alexander.
Dan was predeceased by his grandparents: Robert and Rena LaPierre of Tupper Lake and Norman Farnsworth of Wilbraham, Massachusetts and his nephew, Philip Norman Kavanagh.
Growing up in Tupper Lake, Dan was a proud “Lumberjack” who loved football, weightlifting and art. After graduation, Dan enlisted in the United States Navy and served as a Gunner’s Mate. When he was honorably discharged, his services didn’t stop there. He came back to his roots where he looked for ways to help others and the community that he loved so much. Through his pursuits, he became a CNA working at Mercy Healthcare and was in the process of obtaining a degree in counseling.
In all areas of Dan’s life, his focus was helping others, going above and beyond for those in need. He was an exceptional friend who was always willing to lend an ear, offer advice and crack a joke to cheer someone up. Dan was a loving son and brother, and a devoted father. More than anything else in life, he loved his children. They are his greatest accomplishment and love. Dan was a caring, selfless man who blessed anyone who was lucky enough to know him. He will be truly missed.
Dan’s family has asked that anyone wanting to make a donation in his name consider a gift to the VFW of Tupper Lake at 196 Park St. Tupper Lake, NY 12986, and the Tupper Lake Rescue Squad at 169 Main St. Tupper Lake, NY 12986.
Condolences can be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com
Mary Smith
Mary Smith of Childwold, passed away unexpectedly on July 28, 2021 at her home with her loving husband and sister-in-law Sharon Dukette at her side.
She was the daughter of Olive (Boyer) and Joseph Manning, who predeceased her. She is also predeceased by her three brothers Steve, Joe, and Raymond.
Mary is survived by her husband Gary Smith; her sister Jean Ann Manning; her daughter Emily Jean Smith; her two grandsons, William and Joshua who she all adored and loved with all her heart. She also had many nieces and nephews who she also loved dearly.
No services will be held at this time but will be done at a later date at Gale Cemetery.