Saratoga Springs, NY - James Joseph Calhoun, Sr., 70, was welcomed into the kingdom of heaven on Monday, July 24, 2017 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness.

Born in Albany, NY on May 1, 1947, he was the son of the late Peter Calhoun and Madeline (Hoffman) Calhoun. James was married to the love of his life, Frances J. (Batcher) Calhoun on April 12, 1965. He was employed by Price Chopper Corporation as an Assistant Produce Manager for 35 years.

James was a kindhearted man who enjoyed life and valued family and friends above all else. He was the type of person that always made everyone feel welcome. James was always there to help in whatever capacity in which he was needed. He was often quick with a joke or remark to brighten someone's day. He was a wise man who would provide advice and comfort to those in their time of need. To know him was to love him. Aside from enjoying spare time surrounded by family & friends, James also enjoyed vacationing, camping, hunting, fishing, & playing the slots. When he wasn't doing one of those things he was just satisfied with watching television with his family.

James is survived by his wife of 52 years, Frances; his children, Cheryl (Ron) Whalen of Wilton, Kimberly (George) Frederico of Port St. Lucie, FL, Melissa (Paul) Gutto of Wilton and James Jr. (Karin) also of Wilton. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Magen Whalen, Amanda McCartney, Kayla Schelmbauer, Jenna Gross, Anthony Gutto, Zachary Calhoun, Alyssa Gutto, and Nicholas Frederico; 3 great-grandchildren, Brayden Schelmbauer, Dakota McCartney and Deacon Schelmbauer as well as several nieces and nephews. James is predeceased by his siblings, Joan Weaver, Elizabeth Rodford, Peter Calhoun & Ralph Calhoun.

Special thanks to Dr. Delgiacco & Dr. Ying and all the nurses and caregivers, especially those of the ICU, for keeping him comfortable during his recent stay at Saratoga Hospital.

Relatives and friends may call from 5 to 8pm Thursday, July 27 at the William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). A brief prayer service to celebrate James' life will be held on Friday morning, 10am, at the funeral home followed by a procession to St. Peter's Cemetery in Saratoga Springs.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in James' memory to the American Lung Association at www.lung.org .

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