Saratoga Springs, NY - Anne R. Jenkins(nee Uscavitch) passed away Sunday January 13, 2013 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 98. Born on September 15, 1914 in Ballston Spa, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anton and Antoinette Shaulinsky Uscavitch. Anne is a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School. She worked in the circulation department of The Saratogian for over twenty years. Anne was a strong, vibrant, fun-loving and generous lady with a razor-sharp mind, even in her later years. When her husband George R. Jenkins died in 1954, Anne was forced to raise her two sons on her own, something difficult for a woman at that time. Her house became a mecca for all her sons' friends, some of whom even lived there for short periods of time, possibly as an excuse to enjoy her great fried chicken and homemade Chinese food. During the 1959 World Series, it seemed half the 7th and 8th grades from P.S.2 were crammed into her living room watching the games on the large color television. Often on Thanksgiving she would welcome relative strangers or people she knew would be alone, to sit and share the family meal. She would never turn anyone away who was in need. Aside from her children and grandchildren, her lifelong love and passion was horse racing. From the 1940's through 2009 she attended every meet at the Saratoga Racecourse. Each Sunday you would find "Annie" holding court at her regular clubhouse table. She was well known to many of the most loyal Saratoga race fans, and more than a few trainers would make a point of stopping by her table to chat or laugh at one of her humorous quips. She loved to laugh. When not in attendance, she would dutifully send her bets to the track and relax on her sofa watching that day's races and results, or, in earlier time, listen intently to her radio. Winning would put a broad smile on her face, but she also accepted losing with grace and a "Maybe next time". In addition to her parents and her husband, Anne was predeceased by her sister Sadie (Uscavitch) Brackett and her brother Joseph Uscavitch. Survivors include her sons, George R. Jenkins II and Paul A. Jenkins, both of Saratoga Springs; her grandchildren Justin M. Jenkins of Morgantown, WV, J. Colin Jenkins of Albany and Paul J. Jenkins of Saratoga Springs. There will be no calling hours or services. A day at the track is being planned so her many friends can honor her memory while recalling the memories she gave them. That is something she would have truly loved. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com