Monthly Archives: November 2013

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VFW’s Gift to MACSC – By Sandy McBride

They’ve served in all branches of the military.  They have seen action in World War II, the Korean conflict, the Viet Nam War, the Cuban missile blockade and the Dominican Republic. When the United States faced a perilous situation, they were there. They have given much of themselves to their country.  And on 11/12/13 our local veterans of Elmer E. Ellsworth Post #6328 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars gave once again for the good of their community.

Read the entire article in the Nov. 28th edition of The Express - now online.

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H.O.P.E Pets for Adoption

H.O.P.E. ANIMAL RESCUE
P.O. Box 2497 Wilton, NY 12831
(518) 428-2994
Info@HopeAnimalRescue.org

 

imageDaisy is an extremely sweet black and white 1-year old female, who is soft as a bunny. She is very affectionate but still a bit shy. She wants to be held and cuddled but she's not sure who is safe just yet. Daisy is a purring machine and very playful! She loves catnip mice and likes hiding in a cat tunnel. She's very good at using the scratching post and hasn't scratched any furniture. Daisy gets along well with other cats and has lived with a large dog. She's a sweet girl who would make a great addition to any family!

 

image-1Patches LOVES to be petted and is a very affectionate, cool cat. Some of these pictures don't do him justice at all: he's a big-headed, beautiful boy. Super playful, he likes to toss his toys and play! Patches favors the lady-critters, he's not so keen on male cats or dogs. He was found living outdoors but at 6 years old, has transitioned fine into an indoor cat. If you're looking for a loyal and sweet companion who will be the king of your castle then Patches is your guy!

For a meet & greet with either of these wonderful cats, please call H.O.P.E. @ 518.428.2994. Visit us online @www.hopeanimalrescue.org to view profiles of more adoptable dogs and cats, check our events calendar and find more information on our low cost spay & neuter clinic.

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Saratoga County Pets for Adoption

Saratoga County
Animal Shelter
6010 County Farm Rd.
Ballston Spa, NY 12020
(518) 885-4113

 

BasilBasil,NM, Adult,DSH Abandoned Good with cats and dogs Very friendly

 

GentleGentle,NM, Adult, DSH Found as stray Very loving/friendly

 

 

 

 

PicklesPickles,SF, Adult, DSH Stray, very sweet Very gentle cat needs a quite loving home.

 

 

 

 

TiffanyTiffany,SF,9yrs old Owner could no longer care for her. Very sweet girl.

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ADK Save-A-Stray Pets for Adoption

Adirondack Save A Stray
4880 New York 9N, Corinth, NY 12822
(518) 654-6220
11am - 6pm • adirondacksaveastray@yahoo.com

Penny 01Miss Penny - This is little Miss Penny and here is her story. She is a little Min Pin about 8 lbs, 12 months old. She is up to date on vaccines and microchipped. She is the cutest, sweetest love bug and needs a family to call her own. This older couple picked her out from a breeder and could not afford any veterinary care. One day she ran out, got hit by a car and her leg was broken in two places. They could not afford to have it fixed so it healed slightly off kilter. Miraculously she jumps, plays, runs and you would never know that this happened to her except occasionally she holds the back leg up. We are all not perfect and this should not stop anyone from giving this cutie pie a furever home. She is the perfect lap dog and she is housebroken and crate trained. Please call the shelter for more info at 518-654-6220 or come by to meet her.
GizmoGizmo - If your looking for an older, smaller dog then we have GIZMO for you. He is a 7yr old Shih Tzu. Ready to be your lap dog. Gizmo is housebroken and we are told a real smart little fellow.
KikiKiki - Kiki is a shih Tzu, 6 yrs old and fully vetted. Kiki is a friendly little sweetheart.

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Joyce Margaret Cary – 64

Joyce Margaret Cary of 10th Avenue passed away on Thursday, November 14 at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was 64. Joyce was born on April 30, 1949 in Troy, daughter of the late G. Lucius and Jean (Pratt) Cary, Jr.

She attended Rensselaer-Columbia-Green BOCES special education programs until 1970. She worked at the Menands Workshop (Northeast Career Planning) from 1971-2010, retiring on her 61st birthday. After her retirement, until recently she attended Brunswick Center Services.

She is survived by her beloved sister Karen Cary of Philadelphia, PA, brother Donald (Carol) Cary of Schaghticoke and Diane (John) Svatek of Schaghticoke. Also survived by four nieces, three nephews, three great-nephews and numerous cousins.

Her family would like to thank the ARC of Rensselaer County, especially the loving caregivers at her group home, who have provided Joyce with many opportunities and outstanding support over the years, and who consistently have encouraged Joyce to be, and to do, her best. Relatives and friends may call from 4-7pm on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street, Schaghticoke. A memorial service will take place at a future time to be determined by her family. Private burial will be in Easton Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Arc of Rensselaer County, 79 102nd Street,Troy, NY 12180, the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer 12144 or Easton Friends Meeting, 1778 State Route 40, Greenwich, New York,12834 in her memory.

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Joyce Margaret Cary – 64

Joyce Margaret Cary of 10th Avenue passed away on Thursday, November 14 at her residence with her loving family at her side. She was 64. Joyce was born on April 30, 1949 in Troy, daughter of the late G. Lucius and Jean (Pratt) Cary,Jr.

She attended Rensselaer-Columbia-Green BOCES special education programs until 1970. She worked at the Menands Workshop (Northeast Career Planning) from 1971-2010, retiring on her 61st birthday. After her retirement, until recently she attended Brunswick Center Services.

She is survived by her beloved sister Karen Cary of Philadelphia, PA, brother Donald (Carol) Cary of Schaghticoke and sister Diane (John) Svatek of Schaghticoke. Also survived by four nieces, three nephews, three great-nephews and numerous cousins.

Her family would like to thank the ARC of Rensselaer County, especially the loving caregivers at her group home, who have provided Joyce with many opportunities and outstanding support over the years, and who consistently have encouraged Joyce to be, and to do, her best.

Relatives and friends may call from 4-7pm on Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Chase-Smith Family Funeral Homes, 173 Main Street, Schaghticoke. A memorial service will take place at a future time to be determined by her family. Private burial will be in Easton Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Arc of Rensselaer County, 79 102nd Street,Troy, NY 12180, the Community Hospice of Rensselaer County, 295 Valley View Blvd, Rensselaer 12144 or Easton Friends Meeting, 1778 State Route 40, Greenwich, New York,12834 in her memory.

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Mrs. Anna M. Lennox – 95

STILLWATER – Mrs. Anna M. Lennox, 95, former resident of Phillips Road, died Saturday morning , Nov. 16th at the Glendale Home, after an extended illness.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at her granddaughter’s home, 335 Wilbur Road, Schuylerville on Wednesday from 3-6 PM.In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be directed to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, in fond memory of Anna M. Lennox.

Anna’s family thanks the staff at Glendale Nursing Home, especially the nurses and certified nurses and aides for their support, care and courtesy’s to Anna and her family.

Arrangements by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, Mechanicville. Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

 

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Daniel J. Rubino – 75

MECHANICVILLE – Daniel J. Rubino, 75, of Railroad St., died Monday, Nov. 18th at home, in the loving company of his family.

A native and lifelong resident of Mechanicville, born Oct. 19, 1938, son of the late John and Jennie D’Aloia Rubino, Dan was a 1956 graduate of Mechanicville High School.

The successful owner and operator of the former Rubino’s Pizzeria in Mechanicville beginning in 1984 until selling his business some of years ago.

Previously he had worked for the Norton Co. of Watervliet.

A faithful member of All Saints on the Hudson Church, he was a member of the church’s Holy Name Society.

A longtime member of the Mechanicville Fire Dept.’s Nielson Hose Co. #4, Dan and his family enjoyed traveling, stopping at the casinos, and enjoying life.

This past July, the Rubino family had a reunion which over 100 family members attended, and Dan was in his glory, having time with all his nieces and nephews.

Dan Rubino was family oriented, loved being with his wife, children, grandkids, siblings and their kids. Family and close friends made Dan’s life complete. 

Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Lorraine Salway Rubino, three children: Joseph (Colleen) Rubino of Melrose, Lisa (Lou) Ethier of Farmington, Ct and Daniel (Julianne) Rubino, Jr. of Columbia, S.C.., 7 grand, 4 step-grand and 2 great grandchildren.

Siblings: Lucille Laurenzo and Joseph (Marguritte) Rubino all of Mechanicville, Barbara Zecca (Joseph) Corsale of Saratoga Springs, his twin sister Donna (Richard) Matroni of Cypress, Ca. and Joanne (Bruce) Cuilla of Raleigh, N.C., along with nieces, nephews and their families.  Also his canine companion “Bandit”. Dan was predeceased by his sister Angela McCauley.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 21st at 11 AM at All Saints on the Hudson SouthChurch, 121 No. Main St., Mechanicville.  Entombment in St. Paul’s Mausoleum.

Calling hours at the No. Main St. Church on Wednesday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to All Saints on the Hudson Church or Community Hospice of Saratoga, in loving memory of Daniel J. Rubino.

Visit www.devito-salvadorefh.com to leave condolences and for directions.

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Former City of Mechanicville Mayor Thomas J. Higgins

MECHANICVILLE – Former City of Mechanicville Mayor Thomas J. Higgins, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, in the comfort of his home surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. Born in Troy, on February 9, 1931, the son of the late Mechanicville Comm. of Accounts William E. Higgins, Sr. and Veronica Purtle Higgins, Tom was a 1948 graduate ofMechanicville High School.  Elected Mayor of Mechanicville in November 1993, Tom served 3 terms, leaving office in 2006. He had also previously served as Comm. of Finance and Chairman of the cities Civil Service Commission. A hard worker who maintained two jobs for most of his working life, Tom was a Postal Carrier for the US Postal Service in Mechanicville for over 30 years during which time he also worked for the B&M Railroad. Tom also worked as a licensed electrician, as a security guard at Saratoga Raceway, and spent the last of his working years at Clifton Park Toyota. A dedicated civic-minded resident, Tom was the longtime treasurer of the Mechanicville Fire Dept., and a life member of E.H. Strang Hose Co. #3. Tom also volunteered his time to Mechanicville Stillwater Little League, St. Paul’s CYO basketball, Meals on Wheels, and with his adopted greyhound visited hospitals and nursing homes through the Therapy Dog Institute. A member of All Saints on the Hudson Parish and a 42 year member of the Mechanicville Elks Lodge, Tom was known for his quick wit and sense of humor that served him well as toastmaster on the banquet circuit. A lifelong Boston Red Sox fan, Tom enjoyed watching the Red Sox recently win their third World Series in the last 10 years. Most of all Tom loved his family, and spending time with his 8 children, 14 grandchildren, and their extended families.

In addition to his parents, Tom was predeceased by his first wife, Annetta Grimes Higgins in 1976, and his brothers Jack and Bill.

Survivors include his wife, Marie Madeline Robens Higgins, who he married in 1979, his children: Michael (Judy) Higgins of Glenville, Meg Overocker (Gary Warren) of Delmar, Peter (Gina) Higgins of Stillwater, Tim (Theresa) and Joe (Karen) Higgins both of Mechanicville, Joe Robens of Weston Hill, Florida, Laurie (Thom) Tyrrell of Waterford, and Shaun (Grace) Robens of Clifton Park. Tom’s grandchildren are: Katie (Chris) Plume, Amity & Adam Higgins, Ryan & Shaina Overocker (Steve Salomon), Reid, Abby, Maggie, Kelsey, Eamonn, Skyler & Ashley Higgins, Salina & Madeline Tyrrell; sisters-in-law Marion Higgins & Rose Miller of Mechanicville and several nieces, nephews and their families. The Higgins family thanks Dr. Louis Ianniello & Dr. S. Patel and their staffs, and Community Hospice of Saratoga for their care, compassion and concern.

 

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at Noon at All Saints on the Hudson South Church, 121 No. Main St., with burial in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

Calling hours at the North Main St. Church on Thursday from 4-7 PM.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga in loving memory of Thomas J. Higgins.