Ballston Spa, NY - Gerilyn Kancyr went peacefully into the arms of the Lord on July 25, 2024,  joining her beloved daughter Merideth, her mother Shirley, and her various "fur babies". Those that knew her knew she was as tough as nails, but the most giving and loving person underneath.

She leaves behind her sister Priscilla Malloy, affectionately known as "Poochie"; her sons and daughters-in-law, Patrick Pipino (Rebecca), John Lopiano (Jennifer); her four precious grandkids Merideth, Isabelle, JJ, and Sarah; her nieces (particularly Kara); nephews; her best friend Denise; and her faithful companion, Rosie the dog.

Geri was a cook at The Purple Pub in Maplewood for over 25 years.

Never one to sit down, she worked as hard in retirement as in her working years, volunteering at the LifeWorks Soup Kitchen in Saratoga most days; helping out with the Backstretch workers at Saratoga Racecourse; and delivering meals to those who needed them.

The family is eternally grateful to the nurses and medical staff of Albany Medical Center who were so kind to her in her last weeks.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that interested parties consider a donation to LifeWorks Saratoga.

A celebration of her life will take place on Sunday, October 6th, 2024 from 1pm-5pm at the Polaris Pavilion in the Saratoga Springs State Park for family, friends, and interested parties.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com