Longtime Finch Paper Chairman Richard J. Carota Dies at 73

Mr. Carota was a member of the Paper Industry Management Association for more than 30 years, and served as a member of the Association's Leadership Council. He was also a sustaining member of the Technical Association of the Pulp & Paper Industry, and a member of the National Rifle Association.

In November 2005, he was honored with a place on the Hudson Falls Central School District Wall of Distinction, which recognizes district graduates who have gone on to distinguished careers or who have become role models in their community.