Cambridge, NY – Betty Alice Watkins, 91, went home to the Lord on Monday, January 9, 2023 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Betty was born June 26, 1931 to Harold and Grace (Linendoll) Curtis of East Greenwich, NY.  She was the wife of Francis Edward “Beaver” Watkins.  They built their lives in Cambridge where they raised seven children, William, Bonnie, Charles, Alan, Michael, Ann and Diane.

Betty was predeceased by her husband Beaver; two sons, William and Michael; a grandson, Darrel;  daughter-in-law, Sarah; three sons-in-law, James, George and Edward.

Betty leaves behind four daughters, Bonnie, Ann (Greg), Diane (Tim) and Sheryl (Lee); two sons, Charles and Alan (Marion); two daughters-in-law, Connie and Dorothy.  Betty also leaves behind many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

There will be no calling hours or service.

Betty will be laid to rest at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery next to her husband, Beaver.

Memorial contributions in Betty’s memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY  12110.

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Burlington, VT – Maurice J Parent Sr, 91, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 24, 2022 at McClure-Miller Respite House, Colchester.

He was born on March 18, 1931 in Winooski, the son of Edmond and Maria (Duprat) Parent. He was a US Army Korean Veteran and did farming and was a custodian at Burlington Health & Rehab Center for 15 years. He was a former member of the Burlington Moose Lodge and the Burlington VFW, Post # 782.

He leaves his children: Donald & Cindy Parent, Maurice Parent, Jr., David Parent, Jeannine Baker, Gloria & Raymond Stokes, Sarah Shortsleeve , 21 grandchildren, several great grandchildren, his step-children: Eddie & Karen O’Neil, Kevin, Kathy and Millie Sutton, 7 step-grandchildren, his sister, Sylvia Beaudoin and husband, Xavier, brother-in-law, Eddy Howard, sister-in-law, Betty Parent and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his wife, Elaine, son, Stephen Parent, brothers: Leonard, Bernard and Robert Parent and sister, Gloria Howard.

“Rest in peace, your loving niece, Shelley Phillips. I will miss you!”

Visitation is on Thursday from 5-8pm at Elmwood-Meunier Funeral Home, 97 Elmwood Ave. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, at 12:30pm in St. John Vianney Church, Hinesburg Rd., So. Burlington. Interment, with Military Honors, will follow in Ressurection Park. Those wishing may send memorial contributions to either: Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st St., Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131 or to American Lung Association, 372 Hurricane Lane, Williston, VT 05495

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Cossayuna, NY – Joseph C Bravata, 91, of Cossayuna, passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022.

Our Dad was an avid hunter from as far back as we can remember. Hunting season always entailed at least a 3-day trip to hunting camp in the Catskills. But he rarely ever came back with a deer! It finally dawned on us he spent most of his time during these excursions drinking scotch with his hunting buddies!

Our Dad built and owned several businesses. His first was in demolition and rubbish removal. He had a bunch of dump trucks and a collection of dozers. He loved riding on his bulldozer at the job sites.

Our Dad was a very hard worker! There was no one who possessed his level of endurance. He often said, “I don’t quit until the job is done”. Others on the project would go home. He kept going! He always left the job site beautifully landscaped!

Dad was the original Long Island “Godfather’. But, not really, even though he owned a garbage company for many years. He did have to rub elbows with some tough characters, though! But he did this with aplomb! Dad had great people skills. He made friends easily. Dad was the epitome of “chill” and a happy guy. He rarely got angry. But, when he did, watch out!

Then our dear old Dad, as we sometimes referred to him, decided to build a Campground in the Adirondacks. He didn’t know much about how to tackle such a project but he just figured it out! He hitched his trusty bulldozer and trailer to his new Ford dump truck and traveled upstate to his acreage on Schroon River. Well, he got the job done, as always. He took pride in creating 70 campsites, always careful not to remove one more tree or bush than needed. Dad was an environmentalist. He respected nature and appreciated its grandeur.

All Dad’s business ventures were successful. He had some setbacks but his will and determination to succeed always prevailed.

Dad especially enjoyed the last 25 years of his life. He retired on Cossayuna Lake with his lovely wife Nina. He built a wonderful log home there on prime parcels of lakefront.

Dad was a gregarious man who loved people. He had the gift of gab and was about as charming as they come. He loved to entertain large groups of friends in his log home. Entering Dad’s home was like walking into a museum. Lots of interesting, lovely furnishings, hand selected by himself and Nina. Everyone was welcome for dinner and cocktails. He was a great host!

Dad had an amazing group of friends at the Lake. They would often sing his praises to his children. His neighbors loved Dad. He loved them. For a time, he was considered the unofficial mayor of Cossayuna.

Dad adored each one of us as we did him. We kids would joke among ourselves that Dad often spoke in parables. Wisdom about life was his specialty. He gave great advice. Dad learned from his mistakes and passed on essential life lessons. It was important to him to leave a proud legacy for his children and grandchildren. He did that! We believe he is now happy in a heavenly place. God bless you Dad!

Predeceased by wives, Angela D. Buonaiuto and most recently Anna (Nina) Esposito.

Beloved father of: Russell, Karen Offerman, Joseph Jr. (Barbara Pecor), Lois Bink (Michael), Kenneth Bravata, Jo-Anne Bravata Sydney (Dana), Jay Ann Tropin (Mitch), Ginny Rudtner and Vincent LoPresti.  Loving Grandfather of 12 Grandchildren and 11 Great Grandchildren.  Dearly loved brother of his sister, Frances Behrendt and his brother, Dominic Bravata.

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Holland, Michigan – Maria Amparo Martinez. We are sad to announce the death of our lovely mother, Maria Amparo Martinez. She went to her heavenly home on December 15, 2022 at the age of 91, surrounded by her children and family. She was born in Villa de Guadalupito, San Luis Potosí, Mexico on January 21,1931 and later settled in southwest Michigan with her family.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jesus Martinez, three brothers, Juan Martinez, Pablo Martinez, and David Martinez, two sisters, Amalia Garcia and Carmela Gutierrez, her two sons, Rolando and Roberto Martinez, granddaughter, Sabrina Belen Tuleja, and a niece, Margarita Salinas.

Amparo is survived by two brothers, Severo Martinez and Francisco Martinez, her children, Pablo (Mary) Martinez, Jesus (Odalis) Martinez, Gustavo “Beny” Martinez, Maria Guadalupe Treviño (Joel Shoemaker), Noel (Erika) Martinez, Mary (James) Hughes, Elba “Nikki” Martinez, Yesenia Martinez (Dan Tuleja), Svetlana Martinez (Chip Buter), and daughter in-law, Janie Martinez. Twenty-Two grandchildren, Thirty-One great grandchildren, Four great great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Our mother expressed her love for all, through her love of cooking. Her visitors never left her home hungry. Her hobbies included crocheting, sewing, and gardening. Mom was at her happiest when she was visited by her grandchildren, whom she adored. Mom believed the secret to a long happy life was having friends and she was blessed with many.

We invite you to join us in honoring the life of Maria Amparo Martinez.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 20, at 11:00am, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 480 152nd Avenue, Holland. Father Michael Burt will preside over the mass.

The family will receive visitors on Monday, December 19, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, at Our Lady of the Lake, as well as, one hour prior to the mass on Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Holland and Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church.

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