Name: Calling hours for Diane Alkes
Start: 2023-09-28T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2023-09-28T23:00:00.000Z
Location: Baker Funeral Home - Queensbury

Diane (Abrahams) Alkes
Nov. 18, 1944 - Sept. 21, 2023
QUEENSBURY - Diane (Abrahams) Alkes, 78, of Queensbury, passed away on Thursday, September 21, 2023, in Westchester Medical Center.
Born on November 18, 1944, in Glens Falls, she was the beloved only child of the late Anna and Michael Abrahams.
Diane graduated from Glens Falls High School in 1962. She began her college education at American University, subsequently transferring to Skidmore College, where she obtained her BA in French. Diane completed her studies at The College of Saint Rose with a MS in Education.
Many friends and memories were made during her time teaching high school French at Hartford Central School from 1966-1980. Diane then changed paths and began her long commitment to the role of Owner and Operator of Lake George Novelty Co., Inc. until her retirement in 2011.
In her free time, she was very involved in St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, often holding the offices of President and Treasurer.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Arnold Alkes; sons and daughters-in-law: Michael and Theresa Beshara, and David and Karen Beshara; stepchildren: Alan and Melissa Alkes; grandchildren: Michael and Matthew (Kinsey) Beshara, Alec, Zachary, and Katiya (Kyle) Beshara, Gabrielle (Kellen) and Kyle Davis, and Christopher (Dori) McConnell; great-grandchildren: Miles Beshara, Kailo and King Davis, and Jackson and Kayden McConnell; her favorite cousin who was a brother to her, Jack Abrahams; and her best friend who was a sister to her, Sarah Warner.
A special thank you to Dr. John Abrahams for his immediate assistance and care over the last couple of weeks.
Friends may call Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.at Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette Street, in Queensbury.
A funeral service will be conducted Friday, September 29, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at St. George Orthodox Church in South Glens Falls. Burial will take place at St. George Cemetery in South Glens Falls immediately following the service.
Condolences and floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Post-Star on Sep. 27, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Diane Alkes

15 Entries

Donna (Joseph) Bassett

October 9, 2023

My sincere condolences to Diane's family.
We grew up together on the East End, shared growing pains, many stories, a few tears and much laughter through the years.
Whenever Diane and I reconnected, we just picked up where we left off - like time/age stood still.
Diane will be missed, her spirit and love live on.
Donna (Joseph) Bassett

Ted Sandalakis

October 9, 2023

To Dave , Mike & Arnie - I am sorry to hear this sad news and I want to give my condolences to the family . I knew her since I was a kid and she was always very nice to me . RIP

Alexandra deGrandpre

September 29, 2023

Michael and David,
I am saddened to see the passing of your mother Diane. I knew your mother from Queensbury school and always looked forward to see her at the Greek festivities.
Miss deGrandpre

Karen Hanchett

September 29, 2023

Our condolences to Arnie and family on Diane's passing. Great lady always with a kind word.
Karen and Keith Hanchett

Libby and Herb Sprott

September 29, 2023

We were very saddened to read this. Herb and I send our condolences to Arnold and family. Our sincere sympathy.

Greg Barber

September 28, 2023

Dear Arnie and family. I was sad to learn of the passing of Diane. My deepest condolences. She was a wonderful person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg Barber
Feeding Hills, Massachusetts

John G Pettinelli

September 28, 2023

Mike and family. My deepest condolences for the loss of your mother, Diane. Through out the years of me making sales call at Mike's restaurant, one of the pleasures that I had, was all the wonderful conversations I had with your mother. Diane was one of the most loving and kindness person that I had ever met. There is no doubt that heaven gained an angel. My words to describe Diane was, that she was truly a classy lady. May she rest in peace, and all the lovely memories of her, last forever. Godspeed to all of you.

Aleta Fisher

September 27, 2023

Hearts and prayers go out to you at this time
Aleta Fisher and family

Linda Kinyon

September 27, 2023

Diana was a dear and sweet friend, who I'm going to miss at our small group, monthly at Talk/Town, plus our phone conversations. She will be sorely missed by all. My deepest condolences to her family and friends and my prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Frank McCoy

September 27, 2023

Arnold, Mike and David, I am so sorry for your loss. I always loved your mom

Jim and Georganna

September 26, 2023

Arnold and family, we want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Diane's laugh and sence of humor were infectious. We will miss her even from afar .

Roz Schwartz Winston

September 25, 2023

Remembering the times we would be in Lake George and we stopped to see Diane at the store. She always had a smile and a good memory. Sending deepest condolences to Arnold and the family.

Donald Keagy

September 25, 2023

A very sweet woman with a good sense of humor and a great neighbor. You will be missed.

Patty & Ken Zacharias

September 25, 2023

I have known Diane since childhood. In later years, we became neighbors and friends on Wincrest Drive. Ken and I send our deepest sympathies to Arnold and the entire family. May you always have wonderful memories.

Roger & Beverly DalPian

September 25, 2023

Beverly and I give our sincere condolence to you Arnold and Diane's children in the passing of there Wife and Mother. We only met Diane and Arnold a few years ago in Fl.

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