QUEENSBURY --- William "Bill" J. Tremblay, 90, passed away after a long illness on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 with his loved ones by his side.

Born on January 22, 1929 in Glens Falls, he was the son of the late Francis G. and Grace (Cilley) Tremblay, also a step-mother Ida Gregoire of Cohoes.

He graduated from Glens Falls High School and worked as a carpenter with various construction companies all his life.

He enlisted in the United States Army November 8, 1950, serving overseas during the Korean War, and was honorably discharged as Sergeant on October 23, 1952.

His greatest joy was to bring Christ in the eucharist at communion services he conducted on home visits and at area nursing homes. For many years, he sang in the St. Mary's choir as well as the contemporary music group, Joyful Noise, at Sacred Heart Church in Lake George.

He was also very active in Boy Scouts for many years, achieving Eagle Scout and serving as a Scout Master for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his beloved wife 57 years, Mary Lou, and his siblings, Richard Tremblay, Louis Tremblay, Marilyn Whelan and Barbara Fish.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Timothy Tremblay (Diane), Kathy Kingston (Barry), Richard Tremblay, Wendy (Tremblay) Ashe, Matthew Tremblay (Laurie); his grandchildren, Deb Fairbanks (Steve), Danielle Leight (Brandon), John Hunt III (Megan), Jennifer Goldy (Josh), Jeffrey Inglee (Melissa), Joshua Inglee (companion Crystal), Carrie Barber (Tim), Kristin Searcey (Jeremy), Samantha Tremblay, and Matthew Tremblay II; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; his brother, the Rev. Nellis J. Tremblay; his devoted 4.5 pound companion, Gidget; also several nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Calling hours will take place Friday, July 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette St., Queensbury, NY 12804.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated Saturday, July 13, at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glens Falls.

A graveside ceremony with military honors will follow at St. Alphonsus Cemetery.

The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to Fort Hudson Nursing Home, High Peaks Hospice and a special caregiver, Cary.

In loving memory of Bill, contributions may be made to High Peaks Hospice, 454 Glen St., Glens Falls, NY 12801 or Fort Hudson Health System, 319 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828.

Condolences and floral arrangements may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.