Jean K. Conte, 86, of Hudson died Wednesday April 5, 2017 at Whittier Skilled Nursing Center. Born January 9, 1931 in Hudson, she is the daughter of Sydney and Johanna (Lagitch) Finch. Jean was a switchboard operator at Columbia Memorial Hospital for many years. She loved shopping, going out to dinner, and anything that involved socializing. Jean truly enjoyed talking to her family and friends on the phone. Jean also loved gardening and meticulously caring for her house, especially her red geraniums every summer. She was a devoted grandmother, never refusing to take care of them when asked. Survivors include her three children, James (Amy) Conte, Michael Conte, and Susan Conte, grandchildren Christopher Keefe, Alyssa and Jimmy Conte, and great granddaughter Makenna Conte. Jean was predeceased by her husband Dominic Conte, brother Robert Finch and sister Mildred Nartowicz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday April 10, from St. Mary’s Church in Hudson. Interment will be in Cedar Park Cemetery. Visitation hours are Sunday from 1-4pm at the Bates & Anderson Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home. Memorial contributions in Jean’s name are welcome to be sent to Community Hospice of Columbia-Greene. 47 Liberty St. Catskill, NY 12414.
Jean K. Conte, 86, of Hudson died Wednesday April 5, 2017 at Whittier Skilled Nursing Center. Born January 9, 1931 in Hudson, she is the daughter of Sydney and Johanna (Lagitch) Finch. Jean was a switchboard operator at Columbia Memorial Hospital... View Obituary & Service Information