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Edward Caples Obituary
April 16, 1961 - Aug. 10, 2024
GANSEVOORT - Edward J. Caples, age 63, passed away on Saturday August 10, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loved ones, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
He was born on April 16, 1961, in South Glens Falls, NY, the son of James and Joan (Wible) Caples. Ed graduated from South High and attended Adirondack Community College.
All that knew Ed, knew he was a family man through and through. We mean the world to him. His everything. He had two families thou- his Sysco Foods family with a 30 plus year career starting as a Driver in the 80's and then holding multiple positions in upper management. You always knew where you stood with Ed Caples. The most honest, straight shooting, caring, positive, compassionate person you will meet in your life. Many friendships culminated because of these traits.
Pages and pages could be written about Ed and his life, hobbies, and passions. However short and sweet - if you had the pleasure of knowing Ed - your life is fuller, as it has been forever enriched.
Ed is survived by his loving wife, of 29 years, Lisbeth Caples; his son, Devin Caples; his daughter, Michaela Caples; his sisters: Cindy Potter (James), Kathy Rourke (Tom) and Colleen Vantassel (Alan); his brothers and sisters-in-law: Jack and Kathy O'Brien, Maura Gallo, Kevin and Phyllis O'Brien, Karen and Ed Eastman, and Andrew and Laurie O'Brien; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, friends; and his beloved dog Otis. All who will miss him dearly.
He preceded in death by his parents, his brother, James Caples, his nephew, Michael Potter, and his in-laws, the late John and Janice O'Brien, and his brother-in-law, Joe Gallo.
Calling hours will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. (Rte 9 and//or Marion Ave.), Saratoga Springs, NY. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. NO SUITS/SOMBER DRESSING/NO TIES- EXCEPT TIE DYE – CASUAL. Please come even in shirts and shorts - this is Ed Caples as we knew him. Burial immediately following at St. Mary's//St. Joseph's Cemetery in Fort Edward, NY.
A celebration of Ed's life will be held immediately following at the Caples home, 10 Harvest Lane, Wilton, NY. All are welcomed.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Charles Wood Cancer Center - Glens Falls Hospital, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or The Parkinson's Foundation.
For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.
Memories and Condolences
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Colleen
August 22, 2024
Dear Liz and family, we are sadden to read of Eddie´s passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Colleen and Jack Davis
Dick Grogan
August 18, 2024
So sad to hear of Ed´s passing . He was a Great guy and very good friend to a lot of people. We had so many good times in school that we´ll all will never forget, and all the times we waited for Ed to get done working at the Liquor Store so we could all go out!! My condolences to the entire family!!
Your Friend, Dick Grogan
Bob Carter
August 18, 2024
To Liz and family...my deepest sympathy to you all on Ed´s passing. He was such a great guy and loved by all. A good friend while I worked with him at Sysco for many years and a great employee! Ed came from good stock as they say and will be sorely missed by all. Rest in peace my friend. Bob Carter
Jim Steffen
August 15, 2024
My sympathies to the whole Caples family. I always admired Ed´s leadership and motivational powers-apparent even as kids back in the neighborhood. True, you always knew where you stood with Ed Caples. A great guy.
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Rita Debnam
August 14, 2024
Kathy, Tom and family: my thoughts are with you during this time of grief. "Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4
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