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...

Marie Farrell, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Albany Medical Center.  Marie was born 55 years ago on March 23, 1966 in New York and she spent most of her early adult life in Willowbrook State School from 1975-1985 and then moved to the OD Heck Developmental Center from 1985-1990. In 1990 Marie joined our MIRA family and since then has enjoyed living in Middleburgh.  She enjoyed attending day-hab and spending time with her peers and staff at home....

Henry J. Michel, of Duanesburg, found eternal peace on Monday, July 12, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany.   Born 66 years ago on August 6, 1954 in Amityville to Doris (Stewart) and Henry A. Michel, he grew up on Long Island before moving to Huntersland and graduating from Middleburgh Central School in 1972, then attended Hudson Valley Community College.  Henry was a fixture, as much as any hardware, at Home Depot for over 20 years, helping patrons with their...

  Gwendolyn H. Watson of Middleburgh found eternal peace on Friday, July 9, 2021 in the comfort of her daughter’s home, surrounded by her family and friends.   Gwen was born 66 years ago on July 21, 1954 and will forever be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.  She took great pride in watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren growing up.  Gwen also had a great love of flowers and would walk around the...

Patricia White found eternal peace on Tuesday, June 29, 2021.   Pat was born 83 years ago on March 17, 1938 in the Town of Berne, to Marjorie (Wright) and Milford Laraway. A simple date to the Sadie Hawkins dance with John White quickly turned into a love affair that spanned decades.  After graduating from Middleburgh Central School, she worked for the phone company in Albany. Ms. Cross got "the girls" their first jobs and they stayed in a boarding house, until she and...

History happens every moment, as it has from the beginning and those dedicated to preserving and bringing history to life fill their own lives and the lives of those around them with timeless gifts.   Betty M. Chichester knew this early on and throughout her 94 years, she continuously shared all that she learned and never lost her passion for searching, seeking and discovering the past.    Betty was born on February 17, 1927 in Cairo, NY to Helen (Baldwin) and William R....

Carol A. Granbacka, of MT Path, found eternal rest on Monday, June 28, 2021 in the comfort of her home.   Carol was born 77 years ago in Livingstonville on February 22, 1944 to Henrietta (Hipfl) and Leland Lacy, Sr. After graduating from Middleburgh Central School she began working at Central National Bank in 1963 and for 35 years served many generations, greeting them with her signature smile, before retiring in 2008. Carol loved Middleburgh and was a lifetime member of the VFW Ladies...

  Faith is believing and trusting in our Lord’s promise of salvation through Christ, then growing in His Word throughout our lives.  William Wallace Madison, Jr did just that until his faith became sight on Saturday, June 26, 2021, when he was welcomed into the eternal embrace of his Lord and Savior. Born May 26, 1954 in Los Angeles, CA to Elsie Ito (1920-2021) and William W. Madison, Sr. (1929-2008), he spent his formative years in the SoCal area until his parents moved...

Since the beginning, the heavens have sparkled with the beauty of the stars.  That same sparkle shone through Maureen Viola, whose life came full circle on Monday, June 21, 2021 when she found eternal peace.  Maureen was born 73 years ago on June 28, 1947 in Floral Park to Dorothy (Wallace) and Vincent Riordan. Many youthful summers were spent at the family “farm,’ a homestead that her dad purchased on Armlin Hill.  There, she whiled away many hours in the...

Joseph J. D’Arpa, Jr. died peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, while taking a nap.    Joes was born 87 years ago on May 14, 1933 in Flushing, NY to Emma (McMillen) and Joseph J. D’Arpa, Sr.   Kind and gentle, Joe was happiest around their home and often helped with the family’s roadside vegetable stand in the village of Middleburgh.  Always nicely dressed, Joe loved flirting with the ladies, feeling the warm sunshine, enjoying the beauty...