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Larry A. Warner

Larry A. Warner

Jun 7, 2026

Greenfield Center, NY- Larry A. Warner, of Greenfield Center passed away June 7, 2026 after a very intense struggle through life after suffering a massive heart attack and stroke at the beginning of COVID. He was born to the late John and Florence Warner of Dannemora, NY on March 1, 1950. Larry was the oldest of 7- brothers: Terry, Barry...

Deborah Ozolins

Deborah Ozolins

Jun 6, 2026

Saratoga Springs, NY- Deborah Ozolins, 81, passed away on June 6, 2026.

A Celebration of life will be held at 1:00pm on Friday, June 12, 2026 at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Ln, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com 

Mary Katherine Sgambati

Mary Katherine Sgambati

Jun 6, 2026

Livestream of Mary Kay's Mass of Christian Burial, will begin at 12:00pm, Wednesday, June 10, 2026.

Mechanicville, NY- Mary Katherine "Mary Kay" Hayes Sgambati passed away peacefully on June 6, 2026, at the age of 86. She was comforted in knowing that her children were secure and content; surrounded by the love of family.

Born on January 28, 1940, Mary Kay was...

Mary Lucy Snyder

Mary Lucy Snyder

Jun 4, 2026

Saratoga Springs – On August 13, 1944 God’s blessing was bestowed on Kathleen McKenna and Floyd Champine with the birth of their daughter Mary Lucy Champine. Lovingly known by all as Mary Lou, she passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026.

Raised with her brother Robert, the family lived and grew in Colonie, NY. Educated in Catholic Schools, she graduated from...

Nicholas James Palmetto

Nicholas James Palmetto

Jun 3, 2026

Nicholas James “Nick” Palmetto, 88, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away on June 3, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of family, service, entrepreneurship, and community that will endure for generations.

Born and raised in Saratoga Springs, Nick spent nearly his entire life in the city he loved. He graduated from Saratoga Springs High School, and Siena College. After proudly serving...

Alice Marie Stroup

Alice Marie Stroup

May 28, 2026

Alice Marie Stroup - An Upstate Life

Wilton, NY – Alice M. Stroup (née Sherman), aged 96, passed away peacefully at her home of 68 years. She retained her polite manners, sharp powers of observation and aesthetic sensibilities—manifested in her ready smiles and thank-yous, witty quips and sartorial standards—as well as her everyday enjoyment of her cherished pets, independent lifestyle, and...

Frank P. Scirocco

Frank P. Scirocco

May 28, 2026

MECHANICVILLE, NY - Frank P. Scirocco, 74, of Broadway in Mechanicville, passed away at home on Thursday, May 28, 2026, after a brief illness. Born in Saratoga Springs, on April 25, 1952, he was the son of the late Anthony and Frances Scuderi Scirocco.

Frank developed a love of music at an early age, with a particular fondness for the drums....

Karen A. Stetkar

Karen A. Stetkar

May 26, 2026

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Karen Stetkar, of Church Street, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, surrounded by family and friends, at her residence. A lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Rose (Camarro) Stetkar. Karen was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Albany Business College, and a communicant of St. Clements's Roman Catholic...

Maria Chindamo Harrison

Maria Chindamo Harrison

May 25, 2026

Saratoga Springs, NY- Maria Chindamo Harrison, 96, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Saratoga Hospital.

Maria was born in Loja, Ecuador, on June 8, 1929. She grew up with her mother, Balbina Suarez, her sister Philomena, and her brothers Juan and Pablo. In 1952, she moved to Virginia to attend Averett College. After completing her studies, she relocated to...

Carmela (Durante) Dawley

Carmela (Durante) Dawley

May 23, 2026

Malta, NY - Carmela (Durante) Dawley, age 93, passed away at home May 23, 2026. Born in Auburn, NY she was predeceased by her husband, a son, two sisters and two brothers. She is survived by two sons, a daughter and their families including seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; also one sister and many nieces and nephews.

The family is forever...

Deborah R. Braley

Deborah R. Braley

May 19, 2026

Ballston Spa, NY – Deborah R. Braley, 71, passed away after a courageous battle from metastatic breast cancer on May 19, 2026 at Saratoga Hospital with her family by her side. Deborah was born on June 7, 1954 to the late Anthony C., Jr. and Margaret Ann (Peggy) Stewart.

After finishing school she operated The Hair Express Salon in Clifton Park...

Eric Arthur Olson

Eric Arthur Olson

May 19, 2026

Eric Arthur Olson, 84, of Saratoga Springs, NY, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026 at the Wesley Nursing Home in Saratoga Springs, NY.

He was born on August 12, 1942 in Scotia, NY to Arthur and Alice Olson. After graduating Scotia Glenville Highschool, Eric worked at his father’s sign shop, Olson Signs, held various construction roles, and ultimately held a...

Patricia Anne Connolly

Patricia Anne Connolly

May 16, 2026

Patricia Anne (Soccio) Connolly, 74, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, in Paris, France. Born on October 31, 1951, in Troy, New York, Patricia lived a life filled with love, joy, and passion for education and family.

Patricia earned her Bachelor of Arts in Education from SUNY Plattsburgh in 1973. She devoted her career to teaching English, inspiring countless students...

Robert Lawrence Pitman

Robert Lawrence Pitman

May 16, 2026

Saratoga Springs, NY- Robert L. Pitman, 67, Oak St., died Saturday, May 16, 2026 after a short illness.

Born on Sept. 9, 1958 in Saratoga Springs, he was a son of the late William E. and Rita M. (Conway) Pitman and was a lifelong resident. He and his late family remained as one of the earliest Irish families remaining that settled...

Maureen Olsen

Maureen Olsen

May 16, 2026

Maureen Olsen, age 82, passed away on May 16, 2026, at The Home of the Good Shepherd in Saratoga Springs, New York.

Maureen was born on July 6, 1943, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to Raymond and Frances Carmell. She attended Pittsfield High School, where she graduated pro merito and was a member of the National Honor Society. She graduated from the University...

Dennis J. Cummings

Dennis J. Cummings

May 16, 2026

Dennis "Denny" James Cummings, 79, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 in St. Peter’s Hospital. Born on September 8, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles and Mary Cummings.

Denny proudly served his country in the Army during the Vietnam War and remained deeply connected to the men he served alongside, attending reunions...

Sheila Dwyer Sheraton

Sheila Dwyer Sheraton

May 12, 2026

Stuart, Florida – Sheila Dwyer Sheraton, 90, left this world peacefully on May 12th, 2026 at home with family.

Sheila Marie Dwyer was born in Manhattan, NY, on May 4th, 1936, the daughter of Dr. Thomas E. Dwyer and Margaret E. Dempsey. She grew up on North Broadway in Saratoga Springs, NY and graduated Saratoga Springs High School in 1954. She...

John Joseph "Jack" Robson, Jr.

John Joseph "Jack" Robson, Jr.

May 12, 2026

Saratoga Springs - John Joseph “Jack” Robson, Jr., 93, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Dee; he is survived by his three children, Jack (Pam) Robson of Clifton Park, NY, Barbara Robson of Waterford, NY, and Patti (Warren) Shaw of Clifton Park, NY. He was...

Mary Frances Perks Zabala

Mary Frances Perks Zabala

May 12, 2026

Saratoga Springs, NY - Mary Frances Perks Zabala, age 93, beloved wife, mother, friend, and coworker, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family after a brief illness, on the morning of May 12, 2026, in Saratoga Springs, NY.

Mary was born in Lake Placid, NY on October 18, 1932. She moved to Saratoga as a child with her...

Robert McCaughey

Robert McCaughey

May 10, 2026



Robert McCaughey, age 84, of Monroe, New York, passed away at his home on May 10th, 2026.

Robert was born in Schenectady, NY in 1941. His parents, Carolyn and Raymond, recalled to him how they exchanged ration stamps for his baby supplies during the war. During happier post-war times, he would grow up just blocks from Central Park. He would spend...

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