Birth date: Oct 8, 1928 Death date: Aug 31, 2015
Gaetano “Donnie” Carbone, 86, of Minoa, passed away on Monday, August 31, 2015 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 8, 1928 in Gouverneur, NY. He was the owner and proprietor of Carbone Shoe Store in Gouverneur and Car Read Obituary
I am a little late reading my newspapers so I just read Mr. Carbone's obituary. I grew up in Gouverneur and a highlight of my younger life was being taken to the Carbone shoe store by my mother to buy new shoes. In those days, we went before school started, and again in the spring, and we only had a few pairs at a time. I remember that I always thought that the shoes there were beautiful, and that I was always treated as if I was an important person, even though I was just a kid. Both Donnie and Marco were so attentive and friendly, but in a formal way, if that makes any sense. They were professionals and they cared about what their customers.
I remember my mother letting me buy a particularly beautiful pair of purple suede lace up pumps one year, even though they were not very practical. I loved those shoes. I think about Donnie and Marco, literally, every time I shop for shoes (Which is alot more often these days), and I have missed them, and their store, ever since they closed up and left Gouverneur. May they both rest in peace. True gentlemen. My condolences to their families.
Laura Chambers Cerow
When it was time for our son's first shoes (he's now age 40) , and many more pairs after that, Mr. Carbone was the only salesperson our son would allow to measure and fit for the white baby and toddler shoes. If anyone else attempted, there was quite a tantrum and a couple of failed shopping visits. But Mr. Carbone seemed to have the magic quality to get him to smile and our son even seemed to enjoy the adventure. Don was so
patient, understanding and pleasant, making jokes and conversation.
We finally rationalized that Don looked a lot like our son's grandpa. and thank goodness
for that. This was at the Ceo & Rutz store in Fairmount Fair around 1976, and remains a memory we wanted to share.
Our condolences on your loss.
Irene and Tom Acquisto Solvay, NY
A Gouverneur High School classmate emailed me about Don's passing. I had not seen Don since leaving Gouverneur in 1950, but I remember him well, also his parents. Marco was my dear friend. We went through school together. I loved Marco.
It was marvelous to see the photographs of Don and his family.
I remember Don. He was a lovely man.
Yours sincerely,
Albert Kaplan
I have so many wonderful memories of Donnie filled with laughter, kindness and love. I am so blessed to have you and Rina as my God -parents. That table in heaven is filled with a lot more live and laughter now. All my prayers and love to all of you! Love, Lenore Griebsch -Heitz
Nancy, Know that you are in our thoughts during this sad time.Sure that the many lasting memories and good advice your father gave will give much comfort to you.
Mike and Jodi Hatch
Thoughts and prayers to the Carbone family from the Lalliers.
Our deepest condolences to my best friend Rocco and his wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, and that you all have each other to lean on during this time of sadness is such a great tribute to the legacy of your father. Sincerely, Matt, Robin & family
