Ballston Spa, NY - Francis S. Bilinski passed away on Friday, Jan. 1, 2016.

Born on Nov. 19, 1948 in Chula Vista, CA, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret (Cherry) Bilinski.  Francis was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School and an avid fan of horse racing. He was a Viet Nam veteran having served in the United States Army from 1969 to 1971.

Survivors include his son Chris (Tara) Bilinski of Ballston Lake and two granddaughters; his brothers Richard Bilinski of Saratoga Springs, James Bilinski of Ballston Spa and sister Karen (Michael) Toomey of Charlotte, NC.

A graveside service will be at 1:30pm Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2016 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.