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Goose Bay, NY

March 24, 2018

Laura Irene Coles, 87, of Goose Bay passed away peacefully at home under the care of her daughter and son-in-law, Eileen and  Gary Maloy, and Hospice of Jefferson County.

Laura was born on December 10, 1930, in Norwich, NY, the daughter of Scott Eljy and Mildred Irene Card Rogers.   She graduated from Otselic Central High School in 1949.

In April of 1950 Laura married William Edward Coles in Norwich, NY The family moved to Goose Bay, Redwood, NY in 1968. Mr. Coles passed away in September 1992.

Laura worked as an office manager/bookkeeper for Thousand Islands Medical Group form 1969-1994 (receiving her CMA degree in 1979). From 1994 until 2009 she held sundry secretarial/clerical positions for Nationwide Insurance and local offices.

Laura was elected to the Alexandria Town Council in 1997, the first female to serve on the board, and served until 2005. She was instrumental in forming a group to prevent closure of the EJ Noble Hospital (now operating as River Hospital since April 2003). She was an active member of the board of directors for River Hospital as well as River Hospital Foundation from 2003-2010 and remained Emeritus on both boards. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Spay Neuter Now, and the Barnes Settlement Cemetery Board of Directors.

Laura is survived by her daughter and son-on-law, Eileen and Gary Maloy, Hammond, NY; her grandson William M. Maloy, Hammond; two great-grandchildren, Makendra and Hayden Maloy; two brothers,  Everett (Flora) Rogers, Montana, and Wayne (Kathy) Rogers, Greene, NY. She is pre-deceased by her son Larry Scott Coles, and her brothers, Charles and Scott Rogers.

There will be no calling hours or funeral service.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to River Hospital Foundation or the charity of one’s choice.

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10 thoughts on “LAURA COLES”

  1. Judy Umstead says:
    March 26, 2018 at 5:38 pm

    My deepest condolences,she was a wonderful person.

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  2. Tom and Martha Millett says:
    March 27, 2018 at 7:50 am

    Please accept our sincere condolences. I had great respect for Laura. She was indeed a very strong intelligent and caring person.

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  3. The Fram's says:
    March 27, 2018 at 8:18 am

    Goosebay, won’t be the same without her,rest in peace

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  4. Dan Timerman says:
    March 27, 2018 at 2:29 pm

    Having Laura shop at our store was always the best part of the day. Miss her awful.
    — Dan and the gang at LaFargeville Agway

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  5. John & Sharon Huddleston says:
    March 27, 2018 at 3:22 pm

    She was a great Goose Bay neighbor. She was a joy to discuss local politics and all local matters with. She will be missed by us all.

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  6. Darcy Garnsey says:
    March 27, 2018 at 4:46 pm

    My deepest sympathy. Laura was a very kind and wonderful woman, I had many conversations with her at yazells . I will always remember her as well as your father.

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  7. KAY COON says:
    March 28, 2018 at 5:39 am

    LAURA WAS A GREAT PERSON, SHE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL.

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  8. mary salisbury says:
    March 28, 2018 at 6:10 am

    we are so sorry for your loss. RIP dear Laura. she was a great lady & will be missed by many.

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  9. Thomas Fenzel says:
    March 28, 2018 at 11:14 am

    My deepest sympathy, I will always remember the good times Laura, Bill, .Barb and I had together . She was a wonderful, helpful person and made the most beautiful greeting cards.

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  10. Trina Henry says:
    April 14, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    Loved this lady as if she was my own relative. I will miss her. I am very proud to be her hairdresser for over 33 years. She was one of my first clients. We have been through a lot together. I knew the way she hugged me a few weeks ago was going to be the last. I will always remember that. Rest easy my friend.

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