Saratoga Springs, NY - Marion E. Covel Ballou passed away Friday August 12, 2011 in Groveland, Florida, at the home of her granddaughter, Darlene Ballou Osborn. She was 95. Born on January 3, 1916 in Saratoga Springs, New York, she was a lifelong resident until the past few years. She then stayed with her daughter in Malta, New York during which time she made several trips to Florida to visit her son and his family. Marion retired from Espey Manufacturing in Saratoga Springs, NY and was a member of both the Saratoga Springa and Wilton Senior Citizens Centers and attended the Bethesda Episcopal Church. In addition to her parents, Marion was predeceased by her husband, Frank C. Ballou and a son, James E. Ballou. Survivors include her daughter, Marie J. (John) Natale of Malta, New York and her son, Charles (Chuck) M. Ballou of Ft. Meyers, Florida; 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and 4 great- great grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted at 11am Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2011 in the family plot at Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway 584-5373. Memorials may be made in her name to the Bethesda Episcopal Church, 41 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs, New York 12866 Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.