The Whitehall community is mourning the death of Allison Wilcox, who passed away on August 21, 2026, after a difficult struggle with addiction. She was 45.
Allison was remembered by her family and community as a loving daughter, devoted mother, nurse and generous volunteer whose bright smile, laughter and vibrant personality brought warmth to the people around her.
Born on March 10, 1981, Allison was the daughter of Lynn and George Enny and a devoted mother to her son, George Alanson Wilcox. Her family described her as someone who could light up a room and make others feel welcomed through her humor, compassion and genuine concern for those around her.
Her commitment to helping others extended into both her professional and community life. As a nurse, Allison dedicated herself to caring for people, while her volunteer work reflected the same spirit of service. She was involved with the Whitehall Youth League, East Whitehall Brick Church and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, giving her time and energy to organizations important to the community.
For those who knew Allison personally, her death represents more than the loss of a community volunteer or healthcare professional. She was a daughter, mother, sister, aunt and friend whose relationships formed an important part of her life.
She is survived by her son, George Alanson Wilcox; parents Lynn and George Enny; sister Nicole Enny-Tully and her husband, Jeff; nephew Justin Tully; niece Jillian Tully; Georgie’s father, George Wilcox; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Allison was preceded in death by her grandparents Howard and Janet Bartholomew and William and Helen Enny, as well as her aunts Susan Bronson, Wendy Davidson and Patricia Schanstra.
Private services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Community Bank Captain John Francis Memorial or East Whitehall Brick Church through Ann Keys, 73 Beckwith Road, Whitehall, NY 12887.
Allison’s passing has also brought renewed attention to the painful reality of addiction and the importance of compassion for people and families affected by it. Her story serves as a reminder that those facing addiction deserve support, understanding and access to help rather than judgment.
For her family and the Whitehall community, Allison’s memory will remain connected to the care she provided, the organizations she supported and, above all, the love she shared with her son and those closest to her.
Her loved ones now carry forward the memories of her laughter, generosity and unmistakable presence. Though her life ended after a difficult struggle, the people she touched will continue to remember the brighter moments and the love that defined so much of her life.
May Allison Wilcox rest in peace, and may her family find comfort in the memories of the woman, mother, daughter and friend she was.
