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24 The Altamont Enterprise – Thursday, December 20, 2012 Anniversary Perry and Ellen Moak today The Moaks celebrate 60 years of matrimony RENSSELAERVILLE — A celebration of family and friends marking the 60th wedding anniversary for Perry and Ellen Moak was recently held at the home of their daughter Susan. The Moaks were married in St. Lucy’s Church in Altamont on Nov. 29, 1952 and lived in Rensselaerville for years before moving to East Berne while raising their family. They returned to Rensselaerville in 1986. Clifford Crawford, a friend of the groom, served as best man at the wedding and Ellen Anderson, cousin of the bride, served as maid of honor. “Sixty years of marriage is a rare thing, and the family was blessed to have the privilege of sharing the day with them.” Perry and Ellen Moak raised three children, Susan Britton, who is married to Donald Britton; Linda McCormick, who is married to Sean McCormick; and Perry J. Moak — all of whom reside in Rensselaerville. Mr. Moak worked as a truck driver for several trucking companies, including Red Star Express. Mrs. Moak worked at several different jobs — as a waitress, for years as a receptionist for Dr. Margery W. Smith, and as a customer service representative for Fleet Bank before retiring. The 60 th anniversary celebration included the cutting and exchange of cake along with the couple sharing stories of their courtship and wedding with all their guests. “Sixty years of marriage is a rare thing,” Susan Britton wrote, “and the family was blessed to have the privilege of sharing the day with them.” Perry and Ellen Moak on their wedding day Altamont By Rosemary Caruso 861-6569 My husband, Jim, and I worked at the same department store, G. Fox & Co., in Hartford, Conn. However, we did not know each other at the time. He worked on the 11th floor in the hobby department and I worked on the 1st floor in leather goods. It was several years later that we met and the sparks started to fly. But that’s another story! G. Fox was one of the largest, privately owned department stores. The owner was Beatrice Fox Auerbach. She was a very hard working woman who expected all of her employees to give all of their attention to the customer. Customers who made purchases could have them delivered to the Talcott St. entrance. It was a side entrance used by customers and where employees arrived and left the building. Talcott St. was a popular street entrance because customers could pull their car to the curb and have their packages brought to them. All employees were given training in the proper way to serve the customers. Auerbach was well known for saying, “If you have any problems, leave them at the Talcott St. entrance when you come to work. You can pick them up when you go home.” Mrs. Auerbach was very insistent that the “customer was always right.” As an example, she proudly pointed to a picture of a young bride whose wedding was highlighted in the social section of the newspaper. That same young woman came into the store with the wedding dress (confetti and all) and said that the wedding was called off and wanted to return the dress. Mrs. Auerbach was called by the department manager and, she said, “Refund the money! She will tell all of her friends how gracious we are and we will get more good publicity from that then we could buy.” In those days, the store opened promptly at 9:30 a.m., sharp. Employees were to arrive between 9 and 9:15 a.m. to be ready to serve the customers when the doors opened. There was an escalator in the middle of the store that people could use or they could ride the elevators to upper floors. Elevators were always fun because they had a uniformed, white gloved operator that would announce the floors. At precisely 9:15 a.m. the front doors would be unlocked and Mrs. Auerbach would enter the store. She would walk directly to the elevator where the store manager would greet her and they would ride up stopping at all eleven floors on her way to her office on the top floor. As they moved through the different departments, she would comment on displays, cleaning, personnel, lighting, heat or cold and generally anything related to customer comfort and shopping. While Mrs. Auerbach finished her inspection tour, other employees prepared for the events of day. To emphasize her dedication Correspondents to good service, the store hired professional shoppers. These were men and women of different ages who would shop at G. Fox just as any other customer would. Sometimes they had children with them and other times they might be alone. Some of their shopping trips would be for items that they needed and other times they would be given an assignment to shop a particular department. When they completed their shopping trip they would write a report and send it to the store personnel department. If the report was negative, the employee would be given some additional training in good customer service. If the report was positive, the employee would be rewarded. First, they would have their picture taken and it would be Christmas season was especially festive at the store. printed in the weekly newsletter. Second, they would receive a bonus. Third, they would be invited to lunch at Mrs. Auerbach’s private table in the company’s dining room. Mrs. Auerbach always looked forward to meeting the employees who delivered the type of service she wanted the customers to receive. Christmas season was especially festive at the store. Retailers have to prepare long in advance for the holidays. The graphics, advertising, and art departments all meet with store department heads following each season to prepare for the next year. Each department had a trade show they went to in order to see what might be the hot items designed for the next Christmas. Once items were selected for promotion they began to work on the advertising, displays, and everything else that goes into merchandising. My department was always very busy because of the essentials that we carried. Items like wallets, key cases, nail kits, toiletries, and, of course the ever present gloves that told the difference between a woman and a lady. Although many leather items were very expensive, it was always easy to find something inexpensive as a stocking stuffer. Jim’s department was always one of the busiest in the store because hobbies were part of the toy department. You can just imagine what that was like just before Christmas. Pretty much the way most stores are today all the way up to Christmas. We often think about our days at G. Fox & Co. at this time of year because it was a quieter, less hectic time. Stores were only open six days a week and most of them, even the largest, clerks were always available to provide service to the customers and help answer questions. People had plenty of time to do their shopping because most families gave only token gifts. The art of homemade gifts was appreciated by those receiving them from a friend or family member. People labored over a jar of jam, a loaf of bread, a knitted scarf or a sled from the basement workshop; which had been off limits for the children since October. Because the holiday season is such an important one with Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanza all celebrated close to each other, we should stop and remember that the toys, gifts and celebrating came later. The reason for the holidays came first. I would like to extend from my family to your family all of the joy, hope, and love that this holiday represents. Hope you have a peaceful and meaningful holiday. Merry Christmas Fund-raiser The Altamont Elementary School has participated in the “SaveAround” fundraiser. Coupon books were sent home with the children giving everyone a chance to purchase the coupon book for $20. The PTA is asking that all order forms and unsold coupon books be returned to the school. The school is responsible for any unsold books. Please return the books before the holiday recess. Christmas Mass Christmas Mass will be celebrated at St. Lucy/ St. Bernadette’s Church at 4 and 7 p.m., on Dec. 24. Christmas Day Mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. School schedule The schools in the Guilderland district are closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1. Thank you A thank you is extended to all who supported the 5th grade fund-raisers at the Altamont Elementary School. Carnival planning Fifth grade parents attended a planning meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 4, to plan the Celebrate America Carnival scheduled for March, 2013. If you were unable to attend, more information will be forwarded in the future. Lots of help is needed to make this upcoming event a success. Volunteers needed The PTA at the Altamont Elementary School is seeking one or two parents to help with the school’s yearbook. The project involves working with software and pictures and it can be done at home. Interested volunteers should contact Ruth Anne Burby at 861-5892. Village office The Altamont village office will be closed on Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas. Birthdays Happy Birthday wishes are extended to: — Sandra Ginsburg on Dec. 21; — Kathy Johnson on Dec. 23; — Valerie Brittel and Scott Grant on Dec. 24; — Noelle Gilhooly and Holly Moore on Dec. 25; and — Terry Martin on Dec. 26. Merry Christmas, Everyone. The Home Front Café Main Street Altamont 861-6452
The Altamont Enterprise – Thursday, December 20, 2012 25 Correspondents Obituary Thompsons Lake By Lora Ricketts 872-1691 It was another great weekend with the grandchildren and great- grandchildren. On Saturday, Samson and Nichole got to see Danielle and her boyfriend, Matt Babcock. Then in the afternoon we went to the East Berne firehouse for a visit with Santa hosted by the fire company. The children received presents from Santa Claus and he was very patient with their parents and grandparents taking pictures. Next Samson and Nichole decorated the Christmas tree at their dad’s house. Then came an invite for dinner at their friend, Jenn Smith’s and her son, Iain’s house. Also invited were Marcia Pangburn, their grandmother and Aunt Kyra Swan. Then Iain invited all of us out for ice cream at Stewart’s. He paid for this treat with his own money he won from a scratch off drawing. Jenn had bought us all scratch offs just for fun. Iain won $20, Jenn $2, and I won $1. We put it all together for the ice cream. At Sunday school the children had a little party, did a craft, and got a gift. Samson asked me why we receive gifts? My answer was because the Wise Men brough gifts to Baby Jesus. Samson said he doesn’t want anything for Christmas! But we all know he’ll be very happy with the gifts he receives. I am very proud of him. Auxiliary meeting On Nov. 20, the auxiliary of the Looking Forward Academy of the Holy Names, a Catholic, college-preparatory school for girls at 1065 New Scotland Road, is holding an open house on Thursday, Jan. 24, for parents and students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information contact the Admissions Office at 438- 7895 or visit ahns.org. East Berne Fire Company met for their monthly meeting. Besides the business at hand, elections of officers were held. Those elected were president, Becky Gross; vice president, Joann Wright; secretary, Tina Meehan, treasurer, Carol Guilz; historian, Marge Capuano; color bearer, Peppie Harnett; trustees, Becky Gross, Tammy Houck, and Heather Murray; sunshine, Joann Wright, and I was elected chaplain. Installation of the officers will be held on Jan. 12, at the Ramada Inn, off Everett Rd., starting at 6 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. A sign up sheet is at the firehouse. Church service Christmas Eve service will be at the Knox Reformed Church at 9 p.m. On Sunday, Dec. 30, the Knox Reformed Church invites everyone to worship through music by attending the Christmas Cantata of the Hilltown Gospel Singers at 11 a.m. Come and invite your friends to this joyful celebration. On Dec. 29, there will be an alternative worship service at 6 p.m., at the Thompson’s Lake Reformed Church. There will be 3 bands and a great celebration of music for our faithful Savoir. For more information, call 872-0432. Christmas Time Is… By Alice Kessely Roberts Christmas time’s for dreaming Thoughts of long ago… Holidays of childhood, Memories all aglow. Christmas time’s for music, Carols and angel choirs… Hymns from snow-capped steeples, Glowing ember’s fires. Christmas time’s for loving Friends and kindred, too… All the weak and friendless, All the tried and true. Christmas time’s for praying That our hearts may see Over stars and candles… To Eternity. Cheer the homebound I received a card from Pat Ward and Don Van Hoesen. She wrote about her mom, at 91 her memory is very short, but in the moment she enjoys visitors and mail and would love a Christmas greeting. Her address is: Shirley Ward, 2nd floor, Rm. C-20, Van Rensselaer Manor, 85 Bloomingrove Dr., Troy, NY 12180. Herbert G. Schaible Herbert G. Schaible ALTAMONT — A religious man and a World War II veteran, Herbert G. Schaible worked in the lumber industry and was devoted to his family. He died on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 85. He was born in the old Severson house on Brandle Road in Altamont on June 29, 1927 to Blanche and Fred Schaible. “When Herb was born, his father, Fred, and Dr. Cullen were fishing at Warners Lake, so Herb was delivered by a midwife, Annie Reed,” his family wrote in a tribute. He graduated from Altamont High School in 1945. Mr. Schaible then enlisted in the Army in September 1945; he attended the Armored Services School, at Fort Knox in Kentucky. He achieved the rank of technician 4 th grade and spent his last year of service in Italy. After coming home from the war, Mr. Schaible attended Albany Business College. After, he was hired as a bookkeeper for the Ward G. Ackerman Lumber Company. He spent his professional career in the lumber industry. After working at Ward G. Ackerman, he was employed by Paulson Lumber and Millwork Specialties. He retired at the age of 65. Mr. Schaible married Barbara (Bobbie) Joan Mattice from Warners Lake on July 14, 1951. They had three children. Mr. Schaible and his family enjoyed many years of camping and traveling with Kelly and Jackie Warner and their family of Altamont. For 75 years, Mr. Schaible was a devout member of the Altamont Reformed Church. He sang in the choir for over 51 years and served as the Sunday School superintendent and teacher, and was also the youngest person elected to the consistory. Mr. Schaible was also a member of the American Legion Boyd Hilton Post for over 50 years. He served in many roles at the post, including commander. “He will be most remembered at the post for his 40 years of conducting and calling bingo every Tuesday night,” his family wrote. Mr. Schaible served both the church and legion, by working for many years at the Altamont Fair, for the Church Restaurant and American Legion Food Booth. After retiring, Mr. Schaible became a member of the Altamont Senior Citizens, and drove the Senior Van for a number of years. During his free time, he loved to play cards, especially poker, pinochle, and rummy. He also enjoyed fishing, playing golf, pitching horseshoes, and reading Westerns, especially those written by Louis Lamour. **** Mr. Schaible is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara (Bobbie) Joan Mattice Schaible; his three children and their spouses, Ruth Pollard and her husband, James, of Altamont, Barbara Lynn Bradt and her husband, Douglas, of Scotia, and Mark Schaible and his wife, Kathy, of Esperance; and his four grandchildren, Amy Pollard, Brian Pollard, Amanda Schaible, and Abby Schaible. His brother Harold Schaible, who had lived in Nebraska, died before him as did his brother, Robert (Bob) Schaible, who had lived in Berne, and his sister, Marion Schaible, who had lived in Altamont. He is survived by his brother Howard (Howie) Schaible of Washington. Mr. Schaible’s family thanks the entire staff at Baptist Health Nursing Rehabilitation Center “for the loving care and compassion they gave to Herb over the last two-and-a-half years.” Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Saturday, Dec. 22, at 1 p.m. at the Altamont Reformed Church at 129 Lincoln Avenue in Altamont. Burial will be held in the spring. Arrangements are by the Fredendall Funeral Home of Altamont. Memorial contributions may be made to the Altamont Reformed Church Choir Fund at Post Office Box 671, Altamont, NY 12009. Turn the page to read more obituaries Rainbows N’ Clouds 27 School Rd P.O. Box 271 Guilderland Center NY, 12085 (518) 861-5347 (518) 368-8748 dmrrnc86@hotmail.com Ages 5-12 years Small Group 4-6 Faith Value Lessons Snack Seasonal Projects DISPLAY @ KeyBank in Altamont Remember us for warm clothing Hats, Gloves, Mittens, Leg-warmers, and more for Men, Women and Children Real Factory Prices Closed Dec. 24 thru Jan. 2 1420 Curry Rd. (Rte 7) Rotterdam, NY Open Mon - Sat • 10 a.m.-4p.m.
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