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John "Jack" H. Varley
Nov 12, 2021
JOHN "JACK" HART VARLEY
Saratoga Springs - John "Jack" H. Varley, 72 of Saratoga passed away on November 12, 2021 at home with his family after a courageous and accepting battle with multiple health issues.
Jack was born on July 14, 1949 in Saratoga Springs to Frances and Paul Varley, the youngest of...
Carol Marie Gallagher-Bennett
Nov 6, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY – Carol Marie Gallagher-Bennett passed away November 6, 2021. She was born February 28, 1959 in Poughkeepsie, NY and was the daughter of the late John and Helena Gallagher. Carol grew up in Wappingers Falls, NY and was employed in the insurance industry for over 44 years, having started her career with George T. Whalen Insurance...
Ann Marie Collins
Nov 6, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Ann Marie Collins of Gansevoort, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Saratoga Hospital. Ann was born on August 3, 1946 in Glens Falls, NY.
Ann attended elementary and high school in Galway, NY and Spencer Business and Technical Institute. Her career in business included employment with Wesley Health Care...
Donald Morningstar Straus
Nov 6, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Donald Morningstar Straus passed away on November 6, 2021 from complications due to Parkinson's disease. Born on May 11, 1937, almost a year after his brother Benjamin G. Straus, he was the son to the late Benjamin Joseph Straus, a native of New York City, and the late Christina Ritchie Straus, who was born in...
Kevin Cummings
Oct 28, 2021
Well known native son Kevin Cummings' love of life did not come to an end with his untimely death in the early morning hours of October 28, 2021 at his Saratoga home. To the contrary, Kevin's lifelong passion for living, his indefatigable and inspirational spirit, whether battling cancer or on the football field, and his irrepressible joie de vivre,...
Thomas F. Guilianelli
Oct 27, 2021
Mechanicville, NY - Thomas F. Guilianelli, son of Thomas A. and Diane F. Dwyer Guilianelli and brother of David P. "Hoover" Guilianelli, grandson of the late Thomas and Rose Canonica Guilianelli and the late Francis "Chick" and Eleanor Donnelly Dwyer passed away Wednesday, October 27, 2021 in the comfort of his lifelong home surrounded by his family and friends...
Frank Anthony Spensieri, Sr.
Oct 27, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Frank Anthony Spensieri, Sr. on Wednesday, October 27 th 2021. He was 92 years old. Frank was born in the small town of Cercepiccola, Italy and moved to upstate New York when he was 6. After graduating from Ballston Spa High School...
Michael Martin Mulholland
Oct 25, 2021
Saratoga Springs - Michael Martin Mulholland passed away on October 25, 2021, at the age of 74, in his hometown of Saratoga Springs, New York. Forged by a lifetime full of invaluable experiences, Mike was a father figure to many, a horse racing fanatic, and always quick with a joke. The self-proclaimed inventor of House Special Lo Mein (a...
Mary A. Murray
Oct 24, 2021
Mary A. Murray, of Saratoga Springs, NY, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2021 at Wesley Health Care Center. Mary was blessed with a wonderful family and friends that remained close to her for her entire life in Saratoga, and she loved nothing more than spending time with them.
She worked many happy years at the Adirondack...
David Goodrich
Oct 24, 2021
Greenfield Center, NY – David Goodrich, 80, passed away at home on Sunday, October 24, 2021. Born September 27, 1941 in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, he was the son of the late Ralph and Ruth Goodrich.
David worked as a welder for the Local 197 in Saratoga Springs until retirement, after which he loved to travel. He and...
William Douglas Lindsay
Oct 23, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Some 28 driving miles east of Montpelier, Vermont, on the west shore of Groton Pond, sits a century-old camp that will never be the same. This is because Astenrogen (place among the rocks), lost on October 23, 2021, its patriarch and proudest occupant, William Douglas Lindsay Jr. Doug, as he was known throughout his 81...
Rabbi Monte Robert Sugarman
Oct 23, 2021
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Saratoga Springs - Rabbi Monte Robert Sugarman passed peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on 10/23/21 at 2:22am. Born in Brooklyn on 2/28/51 and raised in Jericho, NY, he attended Queens College and Tel Aviv University (BA in History), Antioch New England (MA in Counseling Psychology with emphasis on Marriage...
Guy Charles Murphy
Oct 22, 2021
Gansevoort, NY - Guy Charles Murphy passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 22, 2021 in the arms of his loving wife Beve (Beverly) after a valiant and courageous battle with Parkinson's and Dementia. He was 82 years old.
He was born in Tangasseri, Kerala State in South India to Joseph and Mary Anne (Dottie) Murphy. ...
Henry A. Rowland
Oct 18, 2021
Greenfield Center, NY - Henry A. Rowland, 95, a lifelong resident of Porter Corners and Greenfield Center, New York, died on October 18, 2021, at Wesley Healthcare Facility in Saratoga Springs, New York, and is now reunited with his beloved wife, Dorothy.
Henry was born on January 24, 1926, to the late Joseph and Florence Rowland in...
Mildred R. Allen
Oct 18, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Mildred R. Housekeeper Allen, 78, passed into the arms of the Lord, on October 18, 2021. Daughter of the late Albert and Mary Housekeeper of New Egypt NJ, she passed away at her daughter April and Joe Cilione's (of Saratoga Springs) home.
Mildred, born April 17, 1943 in Allentown NJ. Graduated from Allentown...
John "Jon" Gustav Foley
Oct 17, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY- Jon Foley, 73, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2021.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 22, 2021 at 11:00 at Greenridge Cemetery, Saratoga Springs followed by a reception at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 543 Glen Street, Glens Falls, NY 12801.
Arrangements are under the direction...
William "Billy" E. Benton, Iii
Oct 12, 2021
Saratoga Springs - On Tuesday, October 12th, 2021, at the young age of 54, William "Billy" E. Benton, III, died tragically while doing what he loved.
He will be remembered as a loving husband, great father, son, brother, uncle, and friend. He will be missed by many. His caring heart, his bear paw shake, teddy bear hugs,...
George Simon Matthei
Oct 12, 2021
Wilton, NY - George Simon Matthei, 92, of Christina Ct, passed away Tuesday (Oct.12, 2021) at his residence.
Born on March 23, 1929 in Queens, NY, he was the son of the late George and Mary (Arlauskaite) Matthei and graduated with a bachelor's degree in chemistry from St. Bonaventure University. He was a First Lieutenant in the...
Joseph M. Fortino
Oct 10, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Joseph M. Fortino, 54, passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 10, 2021.
Joe will be dearly missed and his memory will be cherished by his family and friends.
Survivors include his mother June F Dietsch, his siblings Jimmy and Diane Fortino, his wife Wendy and children Jesse, Madison and...
Stephen Macy Ackerman, Sr.
Oct 10, 2021
Saratoga Springs, NY - Stephen Macy Ackerman Sr. passed away peacefully on October 10, 2021.
Stephen was born in Newburgh, New York on November 15, 1950. He was a devoted father and grandfather; a dedicated Christian and enjoyed serving his community volunteering at his church's food pantry and soup kitchen for many years. Stephen was also proud...
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