Saratoga Springs, NY - James M. Callahan, 52, died peacefully Thursday, July 21, 2011 in Key West, Florida. Jim moved to Florida over 25 years ago but returned to Saratoga Springs frequently for the holidays and during the summer to visit family and friends. He was quite the traveler and went with friends to other parts of the county as well as foreign countries over the years. His greatest pleasure, other than friends and family, was probably playing his piano for which he had a lifelong love. Anyone who remembers Jim probably thinks first of his ready laugh and infectious good humor. He always seemed to have a smile on his face and left others smiling too. His passing brings a little bit of sadness to us all, but at the same time, his memory brings a little smile. Jim was predeceased by his father, Hale M. Callahan who passed away September 2, 1978. Survivors include his mother, Theresa G. Callahan; six sisters, Patricia (Robert) Jacobs, Joan (Ronald) Putnam, Nancy (Stephen) Briggs, Margaret (James) Ertsgard, Kathryn Callahan and Carol(fiance Jeffrey Maben); one brother, Daniel (Katherine) Callahan and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be conducted Monday, August 1, 2011 at 11am at the family plot in St. Peter's Cemetery, West Ave. In his memory, the family will receive friends between 6 and 8pm that Monday evening, at the Community Room, 11 Kirby Road, Saratoga Springs. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to a charity of one's choice. 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.