Ian Collins Towse, 43, died on 24 Sep 2015 as the result of a brain hemorrhage.

A graduate of Shaker High School in Latham, NY, class of '89; Ian received his Associates Degree in Hotel Management from Paul Smith's College.

Ian is survived by his mother, Joanna (Giniewski) Towse; sister, Alison Towse Carr and her husband Alex; son, Tyler McCluskey, age 9, and his best friend Jessica McCluskey. He is predeceased by his father, Seth.

Ian was a resident of Braintree, MA where he lived with his loving partner, Patricia Higgins and her four children.

A Mass of Resurrection will be said on 22 Oct 2015 at St. Mary's of the Nativity, 26 Church St. Nassau, NY 12123, at 11:00 am. Following the internment, a reception will be held at the Comfort Inn and Suites 99 Miller Rd. Castleton, NY 12033 for family and friends.

Memorial donations may be sent to: Alison Carr / FBO: Tyler McCluskey Educational Fund, PO Box 510 Cumberland Center, ME 04021. Please make checks payable to: Alison Carr / FBO: Tyler McCluskey Educational Fund.

The family would also like to express heartfelt thanks to the New England Organ Bank for helping Ian bring life to those waiting for a miracle.  He will be remembered as a hero.