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James T. Kneeshaw
QUEENSBURY - James T. Kneeshaw passed away peacefully at home with his long-time life partner, Betty Little by his side.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, from 4:00-7:00 p.m., at Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury NY, 12804. A Celebration of Jim's Life will follow at the Queensbury Hotel at 7:30 p.m., where friends will be encouraged to share their recollections and stories.
Interment will take place on January 4, 2023 at Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville with full military honors.
Condolences and floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Kneeshaw
Nick Clesceri
December 14, 2023
A warm and caring man!
RIP, Jim...
Brad Cohen
January 21, 2023
It has been several decades since I was student at Queensbury HS (classmate of Holly) - I have always remembered "Mr. Kneeshaw" as a straight shooter and will never forget when he pulled me aside one day and talked about how he had met my father in the Navy during their service in Korea. It is clear by his obit and comments here, he led a full and rewarding life. No surprise to me. My condolences to his family and extended family.
GORDON OSTRANDER
January 5, 2023
My condolences to Betty and the Kneeshaw family. We worked together for a number of years at Queensbury High School and became good friends. He will be greatly missed by all. Gordon & Sandy Ostrander
Michael White
January 4, 2023
It is hard to put into words the value of Jim’s contribution over many years as a member of the Lake George Park Commission board. His service is emblematic of his values as a human being, a commitment to lend his considerable talents to help his fellow citizens, his community and to the cause of preserving a natural resource so many love and rely on.
Commission members are appointed by the Governor but serve without compensation for long terms. The board is assigned the principal responsibility for fashioning the often-unpopular programs and policies protecting the Lake which necessarily restrict people’s property and uses. A commissioner is often called upon to decide individual matters of permits and enforcement that are immeasurably important to the affected citizens. It’s not easy to sit in judgement and it sometimes costs you friends.
Jim represented the best of what is good in government, participation out of community-interest, not self-interest, to uphold the law in a way that is deferential to the individual, to be attentive, and fair-minded. Layer on top of that, he was fun doing it.
Beverly Ann Ross
January 3, 2023
Sending sincere sympathy with love and prayers to the Rehm and Kneeshaw families.
Garry Douglas
January 3, 2023
Jim was one of those truly great people to know. Always looked forward to sitting down and talking with him when we crossed paths with he and Betty. Funny, interesting, insightful. Deepest condolences to family and friends and especially to Betty. He will be missed by many.
Elsie Stec
December 30, 2022
Betty, we were so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good man and a good friend. He will be missed by all.
Elsie & George Stec
Dawn LaBarge
December 30, 2022
RIP Mr. Kneeshaw. You were a great principal. Always had a smile on your face. My thoughts and prayers go out to Betty and the families. May God Bless. Queensbury graduate class of 1975. Dawn (Palmer) LaBarge
Nicholas Clesceri
December 29, 2022
I know Jim, mostly through his son, Skip, who visited our home in Bolton Landing in his high school days.
In more recent times, we would see Betty and him at various venues. He was a warm and welcoming person!
To whom I say, RIP dear Jim, and may God keep you, Betty, as you go through these difficult times.
The Clesceri Family's love and prayers go out to you, Betty.
Dianne Hickerson
December 29, 2022
I always loved Mr Kneeshaw.. he was a great teacher and principal. RIP sir.
Dianne Hickerson
Queensbury Class of 1974
Nashville, TN
Paul M. Sallarulo
December 29, 2022
Deepest sympathy to the Kneeshaw family. I admired him as principal of Queensbury high school, and his service to our Country. RIP Mr. Kneeshaw.
Paul M. Sallarulo Queensbury Student
Todd & Kimmi Woodcock
December 28, 2022
Mr.Kneeshaw (Skip): Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Den
December 28, 2022
A heartfelt thank you for your service to our country. Rest in peace.
Tony and Gail DePace
December 27, 2022
Sending sympathy and prayers to Betty and the Kneeshaw families. So sorry to learn of the sad news.
Bud York
December 27, 2022
Betty: My deepest sympathies to you and your family! I had much respect for the Captain!
Debi Dowdy (geerts)
December 22, 2022
Please know this is sad to hear of Mr. Kneeshaw's passing. He was a great Principal. I graduated with Holy and I am sure she is having a hard time with this. Comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Debi
Art Gottlieb
December 21, 2022
My exceptional colleague.
Will miss you.
Art Gottlieb
Mike and Sherry Duffy
December 21, 2022
Condolences to the entire family. Jim was an outstanding teacher and I learned much from him. So glead to have known him.
Pete Crotty
December 21, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Jim´s passing. My condolences to a Betty and the family. Jim hired me at Queensbury and I am forever grateful to him for giving me that chance! I always enjoyed running into him and having a chat after he retired. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace Jim!
Paul & Sharon Cederstrom
December 20, 2022
Paul & I are so very sorry about Jim's passing. We ask God to wrap his being around you and give you love, comfort and peace.
Frank and Rosemary Pusateri
December 20, 2022
With caring sympathy. Especially during this Holiday Season, and as you return to daily life, may you feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Win & Polly Belanger
December 20, 2022
Fond memories travelling the counties, the dinners, the rallies and the wonderful people you meet, like Jim! Our heartfelt sympathies to Betty and the families. Always, Win & Polly Belanger
tom scozzafava
December 20, 2022
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. A great man and friend that will be missed by many, but will live on in our hearts. Rest easy Jim.
Theresa Trombley Poirier
December 20, 2022
Wendy and Holly and Family-
Sending love and light to you. A profound loss I know, but may your memories be a source of great comfort. Your Father was a wonderful human being that touched the life´s of all students in his charge. We were so lucky to have him back in the day.
~Theresa Trombley Poirier
Ann, Petrone former cafeteria worker, Hadley-Luzerne Central School
December 20, 2022
My sincere condolences goes to the family and friends during this difficult time. I´m so sorry for your loss.
Frank Munoff
December 20, 2022
Jim was a fellow runner when he lived here in Cleverdale. He also helped me with many of the construction & electrical challenges when we were building our new home. I´m eternally grateful for his friendship for these many years! RIP Jim
Sue Heath
December 20, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of this. Betty and family, thinking of you all in Plattsburgh
Marc Jause
December 20, 2022
A great man and wonderful family, thank you for making a difference!
Doug Kenyon
December 20, 2022
Jim was a wonderful School Administrator and had an outstanding career at Queensbury and his previous educational experiences.
Rest in peace.
James A Seeley
December 20, 2022
Jim Kneeshaw- A consummate educational professional , loving companion to Betty and caring Father to "Skip" and siblings. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with Betty, Skip and family. Jim Seeley
Gail Luciano
December 20, 2022
Betty, Peter and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you at this sad time . Love, Gail and Pete
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