MECHANICVILLE - Mrs. Frances R. Pugh, 91, of No. Main Street, died Monday, Sept 12th, at Wesley Nursing Home, Saratoga Springs, after a illness.
Born in Colesville, NY, Nov 12, 1930, daughter of the late Russel Bronson and Ruth (Carl) Lamberton-Cole, and wife of the late Idris Pugh, who died in 1981 and mother of the late Patricia Bessette.
Frances was a seamstress for the former Kay’s Caps of Green Island for a number of years.
She enjoyed bingo, pokeno, knitting and crocheting and her Tuesday nights dinner.
She was a devoted mother, grand and great grandmother, and loved their company.
Frances’ family gives special thanks to the Wesley community for their care of her.
Survivors include her son, David Pugh, son-in-law Leroy Bessette, Brother William Bronson, grandchildren: Ralph Moore IV, Jennifer (Rob) Patnode, William (Christa) Pugh and Heather (Rich) Bessette. Great grandchildren Larissa Moore, Cooper, Lily, Olivia, Riley, Mason and Ava, along with nieces, nephews and their families.
Also predeceased by sister Helen Kovalowski, and brothers Marshall and Russell Bronson.
Private services will be held by the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home.
Remembrances may be made to the Wesley Foundation, in memory of Frances Pugh.