Saratoga Springs, NY - Bryan A. Merton passed away Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012 at his home. He was 38. Born on May 25, 1974 he was the son of George Merton and stepson to Vicky Merton of Las Vegas, NV and Deborah Hunter of Washington State. Bryan attended Saratoga Springs High School and was active in soccer and football. He enjoyed sports of all kinds, especially baseball, basketball and football. His favorite teams were the NY Yankees, NY Giants and Syracuse Orangemen. In addition to his parents, survivors include his two remarkable children, Miles Andrew (15) and Mia Andrea (10) Merton and special niece Jourdan DeCoteau (15); his mother-in-law Karen Decoteau and two adoring sisters-in-law Michelle and Jennifer DeCoteau all of Saratoga Springs. He also has a step brother and step sister. There will be no public calling hours and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial service on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012 at 4pm at the Presbyterian-New England Congregational Church, 24 Circular St., Saratoga Springs. A reception will follow at the Italian-American Society, 247 Grand Ave., Saratoga Springs. 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.3