Mark Ventra
Jul 28, 2026
Ballston Spa, NY - Mark C.A. Ventra passed away on July 28th, 2026, in his home surrounded by family.
Mark was born in Syracuse, New York on January 1, 1961, to Anthony and Patricia Ventra where he grew up among his tight-knit extended family. He moved to Saratoga to attend Skidmore college where he met his wife, Gabrielle, and they settled...
James & Judith Scandura
Jul 26, 2026
In Loving Memory of James “Jim” and Judith “Judy” Scandura
James “Jim” and Judith “Judy” Scandura passed away within a day of each other, closing a 71-year marriage that formed the foundation of a remarkable family legacy.
Jim and Judy built their life on faith, family, hard work, and service. Together they raised seven children, their greatest pride: James (Susan), Ann-Marie (Thomas),...
John S Penzer
Jul 23, 2026
Saratoga Springs – John Penzer, 78, passed away peacefully at his home in Saratoga Springs,NY, on July 23, 2026. Born on December 29, 1947 in Saratoga Springs, John was the son of the late Steven and Mary (Butler) Penzer.
After graduating college he joined the Marine Corps, where he honorably served from 1969 through 1971.
John was proud to be the Executive...
Frederick E. Casner
Jul 21, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY - Frederick "Fred" E. Casner passed away on July 21, 2026. Born on March 7, 1966, Fred was the son of Earl and Edna Casner.
Fred is survived by his mother Edna Casner, and siblings Laurelyn, William, Carolyn, and Benjamin. As well as many nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
He was born in San Mateo, Ca, and...
Elizabeth M Azotea
Jul 19, 2026
Elizabeth M.“Betty” Azotea (née Marcille) passed away at the age of 92, just two days shy of her 93rd birthday. Born on July 21, 1933, in Whiting, Vermont, Betty was one of eight children raised by her French-Canadian parents, John Marcille and Gertrude (Currier) Marcille. For 65 years, she made her home in Saratoga Springs, New York, where she became...
Glenn Fogle Jr
Jul 18, 2026
Glenn "Chip" Fogle Jr., 76, of Thurmont, Maryland, passed away on July 18, 2026. Born on December 20, 1949, in Walkersville, Maryland, to the late Glenn Fogle Sr. and the late Marguerite Honts, Chip lived a life defined by dedication, generosity, and quiet strength.
Chip graduated from Walkersville High School in 1967, and shortly thereafter answered the call to serve his...
Barbara Ann Gorrasi
Jul 17, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY - Barbara Ann Gorrasi passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, after a short illness. Barbara was born on April 8, 1941, in the Bronx, New York. She married John Gorrasi, and together they made their home in Saratoga Springs, New York, where they raised their family.
Barbara worked as a clerk for Verizon until her retirement. She...
Cheryl A. Pepper
Jul 15, 2026
Saratoga Springs - Cheryl Pepper (Pitney) passed away peacefully at her home in Saratoga Springs, NY, on July 15, 2026. Born on July 23, 1947, in Saratoga Springs, Cheryl was the daughter of the late John and Mary (Furey) Pitney. She was a 1965 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School and went on to the College of Saint Rose, where...
Donlynn M. Graul
Jul 11, 2026
Saratoga Springs - Donlynn Graul, 81, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026. Donlynn was born January 5, 1945, at Saratoga hospital, to Donald and Vivian Shepherd. After Donald’s passing in WWII, she was raised by her stepfather Charles Parish.
Donlynn graduated Saratoga Springs High School in 1962, and proudly attended St. Rose College in Albany, earning her Master’s in Education....
Joseph Natalie
Jul 5, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY — Joseph "Joe Poe" Natalie, 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 5, 2026 following a courageous battle with lung cancer, with his loving family by his side.
Born in Saratoga Springs, New York, Joe was the son of the late Jake and Helen (Bennett) Natalie. He was a graduate of St. Peter's High School and proudly served...
Krystle Chalich
Jul 5, 2026
Saratoga Springs - Krystle Chalich lived her life with extraordinary purpose, unwavering conviction, and a heart that knew no limits. On Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 41, Krystle unexpectedly passed away due to complications from diabetes, leaving behind a profound emptiness in the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know and love her.
To know Krystle...
Gary H. Houle
Jul 3, 2026
Gary H. (“Chip”) Houle of Wilton, NY, passed away at the age of 72 on July 3, 2026, following a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. Chip’s last moments were in his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on May 20th, 1954, in Cohoes, NY, to the late Francis J. Houle and Agnes Connors Houle.
After graduating from Cohoes...
Theodore Francis Kovaleski
Jul 1, 2026
Theodore Francis Kovaleski
January 18, 1953 - July 1, 2026
It is with heavy hearts to say goodbye to our beloved Teddy, who passed away after a long illness. Teddy was loved and cherished by many people that crossed his path.
Teddy grew up in NYC. He attended New York University, graduated, and became an athletic director/coach at Birch Wathen Lenox. The school...
Manuel Ballestero
Jul 1, 2026
Ballston Lake, NY- Manuel Ballestero, 101, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at home. Born on November 20, 1924 in Waterbury, CT, he was the son of the late Antonio and Francisca (Prada) Ballestero and grew up in Saratoga Springs, NY- living near the entrance of the Race Track.
Manny proudly served our country in the United States Army...
David Torres
Jul 1, 2026
Saratoga Springs - David “Pop” Torres, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, surrounded by his beloved family at his home in Saratoga Springs, NY. David was born on September 5, 1938 in Manhattan, NY. David spent his childhood in Brooklyn, NY with his six siblings until he received a full swimming scholarship from Union College in...
Robert J. Urban
Jun 29, 2026
Halfmoon, NY – It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Robert (Bob) John Urban, 59, of Halfmoon, NY. Bob passed away peacefully at home on Monday June 29, 2026 with his loving wife, Holly, by his side, following a miraculous six-and-a-half-year battle with Glioblastoma.
Bob was born on November 30, 1966, in Teaneck, New Jersey to the...
Adele E. McCoy
Jun 26, 2026
Saratoga Springs, NY - With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a long life filled with love, we announce the passing of Adele E. McCoy, who passed away peacefully surrounded by people who loved her at Ingersoll Place Assisted Living on June 26, 2026, one day after celebrating her 93rd birthday.
Adele was born on June 25, 1933, in Jamestown, New...
Dr. James C. Prendergast
Jun 25, 2026
James C. Prendergast, DVM, affectionately known as “Doc,” passed peacefully on June 25, 2026 in Saratoga Springs, NY. He spent his final days surrounded by friends, family, and his devoted terrier Cutter. Doc is survived by son John and wife Heather, daughter Heather, and his brother George Prendergast of Kerrville, TX. He is also survived by nieces Ashley Prendergast and...
James Michael Sullivan
Jun 24, 2026
James Michael Sullivan, age 82, of Saratoga Springs New York, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, surrounded by his family.
Jim was a down-to-earth man filled with warm-heartedness and unfaltering love. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose utmost pleasure came from his family. Immediate survivors include his wife, Concetta Sullivan (Connie) of Saratoga Springs, his son James...
Lawrence Michael Opitz
Jun 22, 2026
Lawrence Michael “Lary” Opitz, 77, of Saratoga Springs, NY passed away in his home of 51 years on June 22, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Lary lived with integrity, wit, and a zealous passion for all his endeavors. He was an endless source of knowledge and laughter, and a devoted and loving presence to his family.
Lary was born on...
