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Duane Pronto Obituary

Duane "Butch" Pronto

May 19, 1945 - Sept. 6, 2022

SOUTH GLENS FALLS – Duane "Butch" Pronto, 77, a lifelong resident of South Glens Falls, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2022.

Born on May 19, 1945, in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Edward and Thelma (Osgood) Pronto.

Butch worked as a mechanic for many years for the late Jim Cardinale.

In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing throughout the Adirondacks. Butch was a diehard New York Giants fan and in his younger years played football for the Green Jackets. His dogs were the center of his world.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Linda Potvin and Carol Gazzillo.

He is survived by his son, Robert Pronto and his significant other, Tracy Lovett of Argyle; his sister, Judy Maloney of South Glens Falls; and several nieces and nephews.

As per Butch's request, there will be no services.

Online condolences may be left by visiting www.carletonfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Post-Star on Sep. 7, 2022.

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Don and Kelly Cotton

September 8, 2022

Our sincere condolences to the Family. We had many good conversations with Butch back in the day. He was a great guy. We are sorry for your loss.

Ken Viele

September 8, 2022

Rob sorry to here about your loss, your dad was a good guy and a great friend!

Lynn brennan

September 7, 2022

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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