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Paul "PK" Coolidge

Paul "PK" Coolidge

Oct 28, 2022

Paul K. Coolidge (PK), 63, passed away on October 28, 2022, in Au Sable Forks, NY.

PK was born on April 21, 1959 in Keene Valley, NY, to Benjamin Paul (POP) Coolidge and Evelyn Lucille Bailey.

He graduated from Au Sable Valley Central School in 1977. In 1981 he started his career with the NYSDOC and retired after 25 years...

Bernard Furnia, Sr.

Bernard Furnia, Sr.

Oct 13, 2022

Bernard Furnia, Sr., 79, passed away on October 13, 2022.

He was an avid outdoorsman who was passionate about hunting and fishing; and he was also know for being and amazing athlete with the ability to run very fast! He loved to bowl and play baseball and softball. Everyone who knew him knew that he was a die-hard Yankees...

Angela Fitzgerald

Angela Fitzgerald

Oct 4, 2022

Angela Jean Fitzgerald got her wings on October 4, 2022 at 12:41 a.m. after a four month fight with stage four lung cancer.

She was born in Plattsburgh to Lorraine (Forbes) and Bobby Darrah on August 29, 1969.

Angela attended Holy Name School and graduated from Au Sable Valley High School. She attended Boces and earned a...

Sylvia Norton

Sylvia Norton

Sep 27, 2022

Sylvia Norton, 88, passed away on September 27, 2022, in Upper Jay, NY.

 

To honor her wishes, there will be no services.

 

Arrangements were entrusted to Heidrick-Zaumetzer Funeral Home, Au Sable Forks, NY.

Max Thwaits III

Max Thwaits III

Sep 19, 2022

Max Thwaits III, passed away in the early morning on September 19, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. 

Max dedicated his life to serving his community, starting at the age of 14 and following in his father's footsteps with his involvement in the Jay Fire Department. He officially joined the Jay Fire Department and AuSable Forks Volunteer Ambulance Service in...

Virginia Latham

Virginia Latham

Sep 18, 2022

On September 18, 2022 God gained a beautiful angel to tend to all his gardens. Virginia L (Hart) Latham was born on December 2, 1932 to James E Hart and Ludvina (Miner) Hart.

 

She was a loving and cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother and Aunt. She was known to many as Ginny. Family meant everything to her. Her favorite...

John Pattno

John Pattno

Sep 6, 2022

John Pattno passed away September 6th, 2022 at CVPH Medical Center in Plattsburgh at the age of 80.

He was the son of Elizabeth and Francis Pattno. John graduated from Au Sable Forks High School in 1959. Later, he attended SUNY Canton in Canton where he majored in Business Administration. After college, he joined with his father in...

Faith Walton

Faith Walton

Sep 3, 2022

Faith Elizabeth Inglis Walton, departed this life on the morning of Sept 3, 2022. She was born March 13, 1938 in Perth Amboy, NJ to John and Faith Conard Inglis.

Mom grew up in Perth Amboy, NJ with her parents and brother, Jack. She graduated in 1955 from the Metuchen, NJ High School and in 1957 she received her diploma...

Megan Mackinnon

Megan Mackinnon

Aug 29, 2022

Megan Amy Mackinnon was born on April 3, 1963, at Keene Valley Hospital. The daughter of Dr. John Mackinnon and Katherine Mackinnon, Megan was the fourth of four girls and the beloved baby of the family. She lived in Lake Placid.

Megan attended school in Au Sable Forks and graduated from Trumbull High School in Connecticut, where she moved...

Stevie Capozio

Stevie Capozio

Aug 25, 2022

Stevie Capozio left this world peacefully on August 25, 2022. Her spirit lives on.

Born in Manhattan on March 19, 1921, Stevie grew up in a countryside setting on Long Island with her parents, Abraham and Caroline Goldman. Her younger brother, Joseph Goldman, also became a professional artist.

Stevie first visited the Adirondacks as a child. A member...

Joseph d'Avignon

Joseph d'Avignon

Aug 20, 2022

Joseph d'Avignon, 54, of Wilmington, passed away on August 20, 2022.

At his request, the services will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements were entrusted to Heidrick-Zaumetzer Funeral Home, Au Sable Forks, NY.

JoAnn Bruce

JoAnn Bruce

Aug 8, 2022

JoAnn Bruce, 67, passed away on August 8, 2022, in Upper Jay, NY.

JoAnn was born on July 24, 1955 in Keene Valley, NY, to Orville and Rena Smith.

She graduated from Keene Central School in 1972. She had many occupations including bank teller, daycare provider and for the last 33 years was self employed as a house cleaner. In...

Goldie Fountain

Goldie Fountain

Aug 7, 2022

Goldie (Mason) Fountain, 82, passed away August 7, 2022. Goldie was born July 5, 1940 in Wilmington, N.Y. to the late Vincent and Eliza (Lawrence) Mason.

She was a spiritual woman who loved family, especially family gatherings, camping, fishing, and bonfires with a cold one or drinking her "happy juice" while dancing to Elvis Presley, pull-tabs with her friends...

Maurice Southmayd

Maurice Southmayd

Aug 2, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Mr. Maurice Jay Southmayd, age 96, announces his passing on August 2, 2022.

 

Maurice Jay Southmayd was born May 13, 1926, in Lake Placid, NY, to the late Maurice Orlando and Lillian Southmayd. He was married to Roberta Irene Maynard for nearly 75 years; she preceded his death on June...

James Brousseau

James Brousseau

Aug 1, 2022

James "Jim" Joseph Brousseau, 87, of Plattsburgh, N.Y., passed away peacefully on August 1st, 2022, surrounded by his family. Jim was born on February 7th, 1935 in Peasleville, N.Y., to Philip and Rena (Frenia) Brousseau.

 

Jim was a staunch Democrat and Union member who belonged to the IBEW Local 910 for over fifty years and loved drinking beer and...

Patricia Widener

Patricia Widener

Jul 30, 2022

Patricia Widener, 78, passed away on July 30, 2022, at CVPH in Plattsburgh after a long valiant battle with Cancer.

Patricia was born on June 17, 1944 in Albany, NY, to Catherine (Rita) and Loyal Beardsley.

Patricia graduated from AuSable Forks High School in 1962, after which she enlisted in the United States Army. Pat served as a Finance Officer...

Ruth Sibalski

Ruth Sibalski

Jul 23, 2022

Ruth Sibalski, 99, passed away on July 23, 2022, in Wilmington.

Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.

Services were entrusted to Zaumetzer Funeral Home, Au Sable Forks.

Aaron Everest

Aaron Everest

Jul 20, 2022

Aaron "Joe" Joseph Everest passed away on July 20, 2022 in Plattsburgh NY. He was born on January 28, 1942.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, July 30 at 11:00 a.m. at Clintonville Cemetery followed by a gathering at Pleasant Corner Restaurant in Keeseville where all are welcome to attend.

Services were entrusted to Zaumetzer Funeral Home, Au...

Donald Giddings

Donald Giddings

Jul 6, 2022

Donald Giddings, 58, passed away on July 6, 2022, in Au Sable Forks, NY.

He was born on July 2, 1964 in Plattsburgh, NY, to Donald Giddings, Sr. and Frances Woodward.

Mr. Giddings is survived by a son, Donald Giddings, III, of Ellenburg Center; and brothers Dennis and Danny.

Donald is preceded in death by his parents and his sister...

Richard Bernstein

Richard Bernstein

Jul 4, 2022

Richard J. Bernstein, Philosopher, Teacher, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Lover of Life.

Richard J. Bernstein, 90, passed on July 4, 2022 in his summer home in Jay, New York, after a long bout with heart and lung disease.

In a life propelled by perpetual optimism, Bernstein taught philosophy for 70 years, beginning at Yale University, Haverford College, and, since 1989, the...

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