Ethel A. Klena

September 23, 1929 - February 23, 2017

Ethel A. Klena, age 87, a resident of Mayfield passed away at home on Thursday February 23, 2017. She was born in Gloversville, NY on September 23, 1929. The daughter of the late; Albert and Carrie Bowen Briggs. She was employed for many years at MCA Universal in Gloversville. Ethel was a member of the Baptist Church of Northville and enjoyed the Bible Study group at the church. She also enjoyed reading, cooking and the company of her dog Muffin. Survivors include her sons; Ernest P. Klena of Northville, Gary S. (Janet) Klena of South Glens Falls and Randy A. Klena of Mayfield. One sister; Marilyn Iannotti of Amsterdam. Grandchildren; Sarah Klena, Alyssa Klena, Stephanie Klena, Krista Hickok and Daniel Hickok. A sister in law, Sybil Briggs and several nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. She is predeceased by her husband Ernest Klena, brothers, Donald and Richard Briggs and daughter in law Katherine Klena. Family and friends may call on Tuesday February 28, 2017 at the Baptist Church of Northville from 12 Noon to 1 p.m. where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Burial will be held in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gloversville. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the American Heart Association PO Box 417005 Boston, MA 02241-7005. Please visit the family's online guestbook at www.northvillefuneralservice.com.