GORDON - A Mass of Christian burial for Barbara S. Blaise Barber Gordon, 77, of the Mace Chasm Road, Keeseville, was celebrated at 11:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 11, 2013, at St. John's Church, Keeseville. Barbara died Tuesday, Jan. 8, at her home with her loving family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Monsignor Leeward J. Poissant, celebrated. Organist was Carol Bachand. Cellist was Ryan Mazzone. Eucharistic Ministers were Doris Sullivan, Doris Martino, and Jan DeGroat. Alter server was John Lucero Jr. Ushers were John and Kathy Bresett. The pall was placed by Sandra Mero, Margaret McNierney, Melissa Kilbourn, Tricia Fields, and JoAnne Case. The Bible was placed by Monsignor Poissant. The crucifix was placed by Pat Gordon. Readers were Cheryl Barber, Doris Sullivan, and Maureen Pray. The Eucharistic gifts were presented by Melissa Kilbourn, and Meagan McNierney. Words of remembrance were offered by Beth Mazzone, and Rodney Barber. A special poem was read by Melissa Kilbourn. Pallbearers were Gordon Pray, Ry Barber, David Kirkum, Andy Cassavaugh, Steve Barber, and Shane LaHart. A gathering followed at the Keeseville Knights of Columbus. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery, Friday, April 26, following a 9 a.m. Mass at the Immaculate Conception Church. Arrangements were in the care of the Hamilton Funeral Home, 124 Clinton St., Keeseville. To light an online candle and offer condolences in the memory of Barbara Gordon, please visit www.hamiltonfuneralhome.com
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- Economic development councils begin third round The North Country will be competing for a share of $760 million in state funding and tax credits.
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Accused Booster Club embezzler pleads not guilty
Deborah A. Perry's case adjourned until June 10.
- Flood victims face long process State Emergency Management officials meet with Lower Park Street residents in Malone to outline what grants are available, but it may take years to get any money.
- Terms set for Tourism Committee members The Franklin County panel were assigned their terms by legislators who will have final say in what initiatives are funded by tax dollars and any future bed-tax funds.
- Two compete for one Saranac Central Board seat School Board president unopposed. Daniel Ashline-Beaudet challenges long-time board member Lori Saunders.
- Two vie for one seat on AVCS board One incumbent and one challenger are on the ballot.
- Locals felt Friday morning earthquake The 5.2 temblor was centered near Shawville, Quebec.
- Malone woman critically injured in Friday crash Marlene LeRoy's vehicle struck a manure spreader head-on, police say.
- Of Interest: May 18, 2013 A brief look at news of note from around the North Country.
- Police Log: May 18, 2013 Saranac Lake teen charged with attempted burglary; Plattsburgh man charged with criminal contempt; Plattsburgh woman charged with drug sale and possession; Plattsburgh woman charged in connection with alleged gun theft; Plattsburgh woman charged with forgery, petit larceny; Malone man charged with burglary; Peru man charged with grand larceny of a firearm; Peru woman charged with grand larceny; Peru man charged with assault; Dickinson Center man injured in one-car accident; Two injured in three-car accident
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