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Obituaries

Richard J. Ciuk

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Petersburgh – Richard J. Ciuk, 78, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2014, at Albany Memorial Hospital in Albany, NY. He had resided on Toad Point Road in Petersburgh, NY, with his wife Marie (Matte) Ciuk.

Born on August 2, 1935, in Hoosick Falls, NY, Richard was the son of the late Joseph and Helen (Levandowski) Ciuk Sr. He graduated from St. Mary’s Academy in Hoosick Falls and served in the Navy Reserves. Richard was employed at the former Columbia Box as a supervisor until retiring. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a champion archer in New York and Vermont. Dick was a member of the Eagles, the St. Stanislaw Society and was a former Captain of the Town of Hoosick Rescue Squad.

Survivors, other than his wife Marie, include his daughters, Lynn Shahinian of Ballston Lake, NY, and Deborah Carkner of Sand Lake, NY, his sons, Todd Ciuk of Georgia and Richard P. Ciuk of Cameron, NC, his stepdaughter, Melissa Counter of Gansevoort, NY, his stepson, Michael Schneider of Hoosick Falls, five grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

There will be a time of sharing and remembrances held at the St. Stanislaw Society building on Mechanic Street in Hoosick Falls on Saturday, February 15, at 2 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to either the Petersburgh Rescue Squad or the Petersburgh Fire Department through the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, who are handling the arrangements.

Stephen Colvin

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Hoosick Falls – Stephen W. Forrest Colvin, 21, on February 4th, one very loved shining star left us with his brilliant smile on his face, doing one of the things he loved so much. Stephen was skiing with friends and teammates of the Husson University football team when the accident occurred.

One of the happiest, funniest, most beautiful persons on earth, he was able to put a smile on the faces of all those he met with his very own smile.

Stephen was most of all an athlete who believed in himself. His work ethic in the gym was an inspiration to everyone who ever played football with him. His intensity on and off the field earned him leadership responsibilities among his band of brothers. Stephen touched the lives of all he met as mentor, teammate, friend, cousin, brother, nephew, grandson and, most of all, son. He leaves a community with a trail of broken hearts. He was the most wonderful son and brother a family could ask for. He was his family’s pride and joy.

Stephen loved and cherished the family he leaves behind to cherish his memories. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, hiking, swimming, camping, canoeing, spelunking and, of course, being with his friends. All just fragments of a wonderful life. Words cannot describe the loss so many feel today.

Survivors extend so far beyond his immediate family, mother Melissa Colvin-North (Scott Goldstein), father Craig Colvin (Polly Harrington), sisters Cala and Brooke Colvin, paternal grandparents Milt and Dottie Cross, Gary and Diane Colvin, maternal grandparents Linda North (Robert Sheldon), Richard North Sr. (Laurie), aunts Kim Colvin, Jessica North, uncles Ron Colvin (Julie), Richard North Jr. and many cherished cousins.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 8, at 10 am from the HAYC3 building (the former Armory) on Church Street in Hoosick Falls. Burial followed the service at the Hoosick Rural Cemetery, Hoosick, NY.

Relatives and friends called at the HAYC3 building on Friday from 4 to 8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stephen W. Forrest Colvin Scholarship Fund through the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, who are handling the arrangements.

Forever in our hearts, our blonde haired, blue eyed, smiling, beautiful, wonderful young man.

Karen Lehmuth Huff

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Berlin – Karen Lehmuth Huff, 62, passed away on January 24, 2014, at her home in Brookside Park in Berlin, NY. She was the daughter of Margaret and the late Harold Lehmuth of Stephentown, NY.

Karen worked for W.C. Cowee, Inc. in Berlin and Seagroatt’s Roses in Berlin until it closed and then she worked at Seagroatt’s in Colonie, NY.

Besides her mother, Margaret, Karen leaves three sisters, Margaret Mosher, Nancy Stollsteimer and Janet Van Rijsewijk, and two brothers, Walter and William Lehmuth.

Services will be at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Berlin Ambulance Squad.

Hugh W. Harrington

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White Creek – Hugh W. Harrington, 64, passed away Friday, February 7, 2014, at his residence on County Route 68, in White Creek, NY. He was the son of the late Howard Harrington and Jean (Moses) Harrington of White Creek.

Hugh was born on March 15, 1949, in Cambridge, NY. He graduated from Hoosick Falls Central School. Hugh was formerly employed at the Carpenter’s Union in Albany, NY. He also operated the family farm in White Creek. Hugh enjoyed hunting and was a member of the St. Stanislaw Society in Hoosick Falls, NY.

Survivors, other than his mother Jean, include his son, Nathan Harrington of White Creek, his daughters, Rebekah Harrington and Sarah Harrington, both of Hoosick Falls, his sister, Susan Burke of Buskirk, NY, and his brother, Peter Harrington of West Hoosick, NY. Hugh is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by a son, James Harrington, a sister, Glenda Hamilton, and a brother, Mark Harrington.

Funeral services were Wednesday, February 12, at 10 am from the White Creek Methodist Church. Burial will be in the spring at the Center White Creek Cemetery. Relatives and friends called at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls on Tuesday evening from 5 to 7 pm.

Hiland E. Main

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Petersburgh/Hoosick Falls – Hiland E. Main, 86, on Saturday, February 1, 2014, with his family at his side at the Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls in Hoosick Falls, NY, left on his journey to be with his lifetime friend and wife Mary Louise Main, who left on her journey April 17, 1975. Also waiting for him was his great aunt and adoptive mother, Hattie L. Main, and his brother, Alfred Dingman.

Born February 18, 1927, in North Bennington, VT, Hiland was the son of the late Udine Rice and Robert Moon. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from 1943-1945. Farming was his lifelong passion, as well as hunting and fishing. He was a longtime member of and supporter of the NRA.

Hiland leaves behind his daughters, Georgia M. Main of Petersburgh, NY, and Autumn E. Main of Grafton, NY, his grandchildren, Kevin Buck of Manchester, NH, Jeffrey Buck and Amy Buckley of North Bennington, VT, Jessica Davis and David Pendleton of Sandgate, VT, Noel Corriveau and wife Haigouhi of Cranston, RI, Katie Dastoli of Petersburgh, Tabie Lajeunesse of Watervliet, NY, Hattie Richardson and husband Matt of Porter Corners, NY, and Mary Watkins and husband Jude of Selkirk, NY, his great-grandchildren, Kayla Bedford, Brittany Dickhaus, Danielle Dickhaus, Thomas Lajeunesse, Tashina Lajeunesse, Devon Smith, Philip Richardson, Abigail Richardson, Jude Watkins, II, Lauren Ely, Richard Davis, III, Hannah Buck, Julia Buck and Nyree Corriveau, a great-great-grandchild, Alliah Bedford, and several nieces and nephews of Winchester, NH.

The family wants to thank all of the staff at the Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls for the kindness and loving care they gave Hiland. Per his request, there will be no calling hours or service. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls or the Petersburgh Rescue Squad. To leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.

Leo T. LaRoche

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Hoosick Falls – Leo T. LaRoche, 91, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2014, at his residence on Carey Avenue in Hoosick Falls, NY. He was the husband of the late Dorothy (Crowley) LaRoche, who died on February 10, 2012. They were married on November 28, 1940.

Born on November 20, 1922, in Bennington, VT, Leo was the son of the late Joseph and Irene (Betit) LaRoche. He attended school in Bennington. While attending school he worked at Evan’s News and at the bowling alley setting pins. Leo was drafted on February 10, 1942, into the United States Air Force. While serving with the ground crews in France and Holland, he loaded bombs and fused them. Leo also served with the 671st Bomb Squadron, 9th Air Force, until being discharged on October 17, 1945.

After returning from the war Leo was employed at Hoosick Falls Lumber. He also co-owned, with Arthur Surdam, L&S Lumber Company, worked at Harrison Vending, tended bar in Petersburgh, NY, worked at the Wood Flong and then worked at Oak Materials, both in Hoosick Falls, until retiring in 1984. He enjoyed woodworking after retiring.

Leo was a 61-year member of the Hoosick Falls Elks, a 65-year member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, a 68-year member of the American Legion and a lifetime member of the St. Stanislaw Society, all in Hoosick Falls.

Leo and Leo Jr. travelled across the country this past summer stopping at Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Denver and Mt. Rushmore.

Survivors include his daughter, Mary and husband Paul Haynes, and his son, Leo T. LaRoche and wife Elizabeth, all of Hoosick Falls, his son Michael LaRoche of Queensbury, NY, his brothers, Robert, Richard, Andre and Paul LaRoche, six grandchildren, Paul, Christopher and Kathryn Haynes, Matthew, Michael and Jay LaRoche, and three great-grandchildren, Carter, Lucy and Jessica Haynes. Leo is pre-deceased by a brother, Francis, and sisters, Martina Maloney and Claire Regini.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Saturday, February 1, at 10 am from the Immaculate Conception Church on Main Street in Hoosick Falls. Burial with Military Honors will follow the Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hoosick Falls.

Relatives and friends may call at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street in Hoosick Falls, NY, 12090, on Friday from 4 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation through the funeral home.

Elaine Ogilvie

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Lakeland/Hoosick Falls – Elaine Ogilvie, 85, peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at her residence in Lakeland, FL, surrounded by her family.

Elaine was born in Rochester, NY, on January 4, 1928, to the late John and Ethel Brennan. She later moved to Hoosick Falls, NY, and married her beloved husband, the late William Ogilvie, in 1952.

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