Saratoga Springs, NY - Timothy Kevin Clare of Caroline Street, died Wednesday, March 20, 2013, after a short but courageous battle. He was 48. Tim was born December 18, 1964, in Suffern, NY to the late Kevin and Aileen (Rogers) Clare. He and his family located to Clifton Park, NY, and was a 1982 graduate of Shenendehowa High School. Tim participated in several sports while at Shen but was most proud of his varsity basketball days. He then went on to graduate from Marist College in 1986 where he earned a BA in Economics. Tim married his wife Susan McDonnell on July 16, 1989. Tim had a diversified career in the Insurance industry. He worked for Met Life, Nationwide and most recently FEMA. He took great pride in the work he did and managed to make many great friends and acquaintances over the years. Tim was a very active and devoted Dad to his two children, Brigid and Patrick. He coached basketball, soccer and baseball. He never missed a game and was the first to cheer them on. Tim was also a member of the IAABO and really loved officiating at boy's high school basketball games. He was an avid sports fan who's favorite teams included the NY Giants and the NY Mets. Tim and his family enjoyed travelling and took several trips to Disney World, the Caribbean and Ireland. Tim was looking forward to attending his daughter's graduation in May from Fordham University. Tim is survived by his wife Susan, daughter Brigid and son Patrick all of Saratoga Springs; brothers Terence (Peggy) of Malta, Brendan (Cheri) of Tampa, FL, William (Shawn) of Albany and Brian (Karen) of Portland, OR; sister MaryEllen (John) Siple of Latham and numerous nieces and nephews. Tim's family would like to thank all of the healthcare professionals at Memorial Sloan Kettering, Albany Medical Center and Saratoga Hospital for the excellent care he received throughout this last year. Thank you to Hospice of Saratoga for their guidance and support while at Saratoga Hospital. Relatives and friends may call from 2 - 5pm Sunday, March 24, 2013 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30am Monday, March 25, 2013 at St. Clement's Church, Lake Ave. In lieu of flowers, Tim's wish was to establish a fund for his children's education. Donations may be made to: Clare Children Education Fund, c/o Meredith Rumpf, Adirondack Trust Co., 473 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.