HOOSICK FALLS - Alyce M. Danforth, 100, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 25, 2022.
Alyce was born on September 3, 1922 in Hoosick Falls and was the daughter of the late Josephine Millett Hayes and Jack Covey. She was a life long resident of Hoosick Falls and was a factory worker for Bill Burns Glue Factory for many years. Additionally, she worked as a cocktail waitress at The Barn and had also worked for the Undergarment Factory.
Alyce enjoyed watching her Soap Opera's, listening to country music, gardening and making her pepper relish. She also loved heading down to the Sand Bar with her family and friends where she enjoyed playing LRC. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Alyce is survived by her loving sons, William F. (Rita) Danforth, Frank W. (Heather Conant) Danforth, Jr., James A. Danforth, David W. (Elizabeth) Danforth and Alan J. (Arthur Fitch) Danforth; her brothers, Walter Hayes and Jack (Trina) Covey; and dear friend, Patty Roberson. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren and one on the way; one great great grandson on the way; several step grandchildren; several step great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and many wonderful friends. Alyce was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Franklin W. Danforth, Sr., and her son, John W. Danforth.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 29, at 1:00 p.m. at the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls. Burial will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery in Hoosick Falls. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, November 29, from 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Kathy, at the Watson House in North Bennington, Vermont, for the care she gave to Alyce for the past 4 years.
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