Saratoga Springs, NY - James Robert Spadafore, 66, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on Saturday, March 12, 2016.

Born in Massena, NY on July 24, 1949, he is survived by his sister Sue, brother Jeff, sons Mike and Tim, and granddaughter Henley.   Jim, an Eagle Scout, graduated from Massena high school in 1967, attended Clarkson on a 4 year ROTC scholarship where he graduated in 1971, and received his Master's in Mechanical Engineering from USC. He married the love of his life Debbie on May 29, 1971. Debbie and Jim would share 43 wonderful years together, and would be each other's rock to lean on through a career that spanned multiple cities, states, and countries

Jim was very active in local organizations and was a proud member of the Elks, American Legion, VFW, and Eagles.  Jim spent 20 years working for Niagara Mohawk in Oswego, NY where he raised three boys, travelled the state to let them chase their hockey dreams, and made some of the closest friendships he could have hoped for.  In 1995, Jim and Debbie moved to Ballston Spa for a new job with National Grid, where they would see their youngest son graduate high school and find new friendships in the local community.  After retiring from National Grid, Jim spent 10 years working for M+W Zander.  Upon his retirement, Jim and Debbie spent their time socializing with friends and enjoying the Saratoga Lifestyle.

Jim will join wife Debbie and middle son Mark, who passed away in July 2012 and March 2011, respectfully. Jim and Debbie will rest comfortably overlooking the beautiful landscape of Saratoga National Cemetery.  In Jim's notes for this obituary, the most important thing he wanted everyone to know.  HE LOVED HIS WIFE!

Relatives and Friends may call from 10-11:30am on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.  Funeral Services will be held immediately after at 12pm at St. Clements Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.  Burial will be held at 1:30pm at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd, Schuylerville, NY 12871.

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