Saratoga Springs, NY - Douglas P. Braim, age 52, of Walter Drive, passed away Friday evening, January 13, 2012 with his family at his side, following a courageous battle with lung cancer. Born on December 13, 1959 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of Joseph and Beatrice (Smith) Braim. After graduating from St. Peters Academy, he chose to pursue a career in the trades. He worked briefly for the New York Racing Association, Saratoga County and Stewarts before returning to the employ of his longtime friend, Anthony Arpey of A.J. Arpey and Son. Doug always enjoyed helping anyone in need. He often applied his skills to projects that his friends and family were involved in. He was truly fond of spending time with his family, where he could display his unique sense of humor, often directed towards his three sisters, obtaining the desired result. Dougs real joy in life were his three sons. He would stop whatever he was doing for an opportunity to spend time with his boys. He especially liked showing them the outdoors, where they went camping, fishing and hunting in the Adirondacks. Survivors include his parents, Joseph and Beatrice (Smith) Braim of Saratoga Springs; his three sons, Douglas Jr. of Wilton, Christopher of Stillwater and Joseph of Stillwater; a brother Donald (Elaine) of Saratoga Springs; sisters Susan Briggs of Myrtle Beach S.C., Joanne (Joseph) Natalie of Saratoga Springs and Joyce (Jay) Tourtellot of Ballston Spa as well as a number of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and good friends. He was predeceased by an infant sister Theresa. Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 7pm Friday, January 20, 2012 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). Burial will be private. The family would like to express their deep gratitude and appreciation to Drs. Hayes and Liebers, as well as the entire nursing staff on C-3 at Saratoga Hospital for their guidance, professionalism and most importantly, their compassion during Dougs treatment and hospital stay. The nursing and support staff were always willing and ready to tend to the needs of both Doug and his family. A heartfelt thank you to Cat, a very special, caring person. Memorial contributions may be made to the Saratoga Hospital Foundation, 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 in the name of Douglas Braim. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com..