Thomas F Davock, 88, a resident of South Street, Hoosick, died peacefully on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at the Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington surrounded by his family.

Born in Hoosick Falls on January 29, 1932 he was the son of the late Frank and Jennie (Corcoran) Davock. Tom received his education in Hoosick Falls where he graduated from St. Mary’s Academy. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War.

Tom married the former Lois LaPorte at Immaculate Conception Church in Hoosick Falls on June 30, 1956. Mrs. Davock died July 27, 2001.

Tom was employed for over 35 years at Woodflong and Lydall in Hoosick Falls. He later worked for 8 years at the New York State Department of Transportation.

He was a devoted parishioner at Immaculate Conception Church. A passionate sports fan of all Boston teams, he was an especially avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and had attended several games in Fenway Park each season for many years. One of his greatest pleasures was to give his Red Sox tickets away to Red Sox fans.

Survivors include four daughters, Terry (Roger) Zalucky of Troy, NY, Janie Davock of Albany, NY, Vickie Davock-Dunson of North Greenbush, NY and Patti (Mark) Bass of Cambridge, NY; three grandchildren, Brandon Davock and Rachel and Thomas Bass; three great-grandchildren, Sydney, London and Milan Davock who they referred to as “Loving Poppy” and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Tom was predeceased by a daughter, Barbara Davock, a son-in-law, Jerry Dunson and two sisters and a brother, Jane Rourke, Margaret Crucetti and Bernard Davock. 

Due to the restrictions in place from COVID-19, there will be no public services until the situation allows. A Mass in Tom’s memory will be held at a later date.

Burial will take place in the family lot in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hoosick Falls.

Should friends desire memorial contributions in Thomas Davock’s memory may be made to either the Town of Hoosick Rescue Squad or the Jimmy Fund through the office of the Mahar & Son Funeral Home, 628 Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201.

Guestbook condolences may be made at http://www.maharandsonfuneralhome.net

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SURVIVORS: Tom is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mary Jane, their three children Jill Nolan, Thomas Wysocki, Jr., and Todd Wysocki; son-in-law Andy Nolan; daughters-in-law Patrice and Heather Wysocki; seven grandchildren, Shauna (Brad), Kyle (Brittany), Jacob, Anna, Lauren, Grace and Megan; and two great grandchildren, Andie and Ellie; brother Greg Bedard and predeceased by sister Linda Simonelli.

Tom grew up in Hoosick Falls, NY and was a 1951 graduate of Hoosick Falls High School where he was a varsity athlete participating in football and basketball. After graduation, he enlisted in the United States Air Force and served in the Korean War. He returned to Hoosick Falls and was initially employed by Albany Felt and then married his wife, Mary Jane Brandalik in 1958. Tom then began a long career at Oak Industries as a maintenance manager until his retirement.

Upon retirement, Tom and Mary Jane spent winters in Arcadia, Florida for 18 years enjoying their golden years and making many new friendships. They have many friends and acquaintances at Hedges Lake in the Town of Jackson, New York

Services will be private and at the convenience of the family due to current circumstances. A public memorial celebration will be held at a later date at Hedges Lake, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Immaculate Conception Church or the Karen and Molly McGovern Memorial Fund through the Mahar Funeral Home, 43 Main Street, Hoosick Falls, NY 12090.

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— William E Thurber, or William E. ‘Chic’ Thurber 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday October 24, 2018 in Hoosick Falls. The son of William and Anna Thurber, he was born in Walloomsac on May 6, 1925.

A veteran of World War II, he served with the US Navy aboard the USS Shubrick and took part in the invasion of Normandy, Okinawa and South France before the ship was bombed. Chick had worked for many years as a Transportation Specialist for Niagara Mohawk for 38 years. He was a lifetime member of the Elks, V.F.W., Derby club and the American Legion. In earlier years, he had been an avid baseball and softball player along with trying out for the New York Giants. He was an avid New York Yankee fan and thank God will not see the series this year!

He leaves his daughter Lee Ann(Al) Wooddell of Cambridge, NY, sons William “Butch” Thurber (Candace) of South Carolina, James Thurber (Karen) of Colorado, and John Thurber (Darlene) of Burnt Hills, NY, in addition to many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Kathleen (Moon) Thurber as well as brothers Joseph and Edward Thurber.

Funeral Information

Graveside services for William E Thurber will be held on Tuesday October 30, 2018 at 10 am at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Hoosick Falls, NY. Friends may call at the Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home on Monday October 29th from 4-7pm. Memorial gifts may be made to the Town of Hoosick Falls Little League in care of the Hanson Walbridge & Shea Funeral Home, 213 West Main Street, Bennington, VT 05201.

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