Photo courtesy of Baker Funeral Home - Queensbury
Queensbury, New York
Nov 9, 1946 – Jan 5, 2025
GLENS FALLS ---Ned T. Spaulding “Tom” passed away January 5, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by family and friends.
Born November 9, 1946, in Ticonderoga, New York, Tom attended and graduated Crown Point Central School before graduating with a degree in forestry from Paul Smith’s College. In 1967, he married Donna Margaret Ross of Crown Point. The young couple moved to Newcomb where he worked as a surveyor for Finch Pruyn before moving to the Hamlet of Wadhams in the town of Westport, where he purchased and ran the AGWAY store for 30 years. Tom and Donna had many close friends in Wadhams, Westport, and Crown Point. After retirement they moved to Glens Falls to be closer to their daughter and son.
Over the years he served as a member of three volunteer fire departments: Wadhams, Crown Point, and Bay Ridge. He enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was also a Yankees fan.
Ned was predeceased by his mother, Nora; father, Edgar; brothers, Herbert and Harold; and sister-in-law, Ruth.
He is survived by his wife Donna; daughter, Trisha; son Dean; four grandchildren, Owen, Eva, Fiona, and August; sister, Nancy (Steve); sister-in-law Nancy; son-in-law, Brian; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours are from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette Street, Queensbury, NY 12804.
A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home.
He will be laid to rest in Wadham’s Riverside Cemetery at a later date.
In loving memory of Ned contributions may be made to High Peaks Hospice, 1247 Dix Ave, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
Condolences and floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.
Read MoreFor many years when our daughter was young, Dean invited us to spend Christmas Day with his family as our families lived so far away. Tom was always the kind, loving, patient father figure for us on Christmas. We will always remember those Christmas days and cherish our memories of Tom. His stories and quiet humor made everything feel safe and warm!
Mark Wolfe
January 08, 2025 | Albany, NY | Friend
So sorry to hear of this Donna. May you and your family find comfort and peace in your many memories. He will always be with you. ❤
Peggy and Bob Patnode
January 08, 2025 | Crown Point, NY | Family
Dear Lord, Today we have lost someone dear to us and we are struggling with overwhelming emotions. I ask that you envelop us all with the comfort and peace that only You can provide. I pray for You to lessen this burden as days pass by. Help us to find refuge in Your presence, Lord. Fill our emptiness in us with Your love. We know that better days are coming because You are with us. Help us hold on to that hope, Lord, for I know Your love can take away our sorrow. We pray for Ned T.Spaulding...
John Smith
January 08, 2025 | Plattsburgh, NY | Friend
Donna, Trisha, Dean and family. I am very sorry to learn of the passing of Uncle Tom. Of all the crazy things, I remember him being sorry when he could no longer drink Mt. Dew (I think almost all of us had a slight Mt Dew addiction working at the store “work juice” we called it for that sugar and caffeine kick of energy. I know without a doubt my Dad Herb, Mom, Doug and Harold were definitely there to meet him Sunday. God bless.
Vicki Arceri
January 07, 2025 | Northville, NY | Family
We are so sorry for your loss! Uncle Tom was always so kind. And wore a smile on his face. I hope he finds some peace and he is no longer suffering.
Love to you, Donna, Trisha and Dean!
Tara Celotti
January 07, 2025 | Crown Point, NY | Family
Tom you were such a sweet and funny man. You will be missed by me...My heart goes out to Donna and family.
Phyllis Vadala
January 07, 2025 | Friend
Tom was a wonderful man. We so enjoyed him as a friend and neighbor. He was always there to help if we needed something. He will be greatly missed.
Marie & Phyllis Capezzuti
January 07, 2025 | Glens Falls, NY | Neighbor