James Colson

July 7, 1947 - June 4, 2017

James B. Colson, age 69, a resident of Northville, died peacefully Sunday June 4, 2017 at St. Peters Hospital in Albany with his loving family by his side. Born in Gloversville, NY on July 7, 1947 he is the son of the late James E. and Edith Ford Colson. Jim was employed by Traditional Builders in Rotterdam for many years. He was also a veteran of the United States Navy, serving in Vietnam and a member of the American Legion. Jim was also an avid hunter. He is survived by his loving wife, Toni Loucks Colson; children, Shane(Amanda) of Gloversville, Zachery(Jessie) of Hope, Joshua ofNorthville, LeAndra(Jim) of West Nyack and Kristy(Bob) of Northville; grandchildren, Kyle, Sydney, Zakery, Caleb, Alexis, Emmiley, Angelina,Braydin and great grandson Ada. He is also survived by a sister Gail(Sam) Olmstead, and brother in law and best friend George Boomhower and many nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to visit on Friday, June 9, 2017 at the Northville Funeral Service, 401 Bridge Street, Northville, NY 12134 from 4pm until 6pm. A reception will follow at the Edinburg Volunteer Fire House. A special thank you to Dr. Rassis of Albany Thoracic & Esophageal Surgery for everything he did. Please visit the family’s online condolence website at www.northvillefuneralservice.com.