Earl Elmer Lamica

BELMONT, NY

Earl Elmer Lamica, born April 17, 1927, in Belmont, New York, to Ovila Gilbert Lamica and Ida Mae (Spinner) Lamica, passed away at age 87 on August 29, 2014, at the Wesley Healthcare

Nursing Home.

Earl grew up and went to school in Malone, NY, before enlisting in 1945.  He served his country in the US Army until he was discharged in 1948.  He reenlisted in 1949 in the US Air Force, was deployed to Japan, and continued his service for another three years during the Korean Conflict.

Earl worked in several fields throughout his life, including the New York Central Railroad Extra Gang, raising and floating tracks ... Jefferson Ward (a division of Montgomery Ward) in Virginia ... 20 years with JM Fields department stores ... and started his own business, Lamica Janitorial Co., right here in Saratoga Springs.

Earl loved country music, he loved guitar and he definitely loved the Red Sox ... but Earl loved his family above all else.  Loving father of three sons, grandfather of six, uncle and great grandfather to a large family, and devoted husband of Marie ... Earl was very loved and will be much missed.

Earl is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie Theresa Chevalier Lamica; son, Alan Lamica, Sr.; grandson, Alan Lamica, Jr.; sister, Margaret; and brothers, Lester, Robert, Emory, Bernard, Carlton and Stanley.

Earl is survived by his sons, Bruce Lamica, Sr. and Craig Lamica; brother, David Lamica; grand children, Daniel, Christopher, Sharon, Bruce Jr. and Tina; and step-granchildren, Gina, April and Shelly; along with a wealth of nieces, nephews and great grandchildren.

A private family funeral service will be held at Compassionate Funeral Care and interment will be in the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.  For date and time of services, please call, 518-636-6941.  

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.  

Courtney Elizabeth Bouton

ST PETERS, MO and SOUTH GLENS FALLS, NY

Courtney Elizabeth Bouton of St Peters, MO and formerly of South Glens Falls NY crossed over to her spiritual family on Wednesday August 13, 2014.  She was 25.

Born on August 3, 1989 in Glens Falls, NY , she was the daughter of Johnna (Bouton) Putnam and  Dennis P. Bouton .

Courtney attended South Glens Falls Schools  and was a 2007 graduate of Francis Howell North High School in Saint Peters MO, graduating at the top of her class with high honors and several scholarships.  She then enlisted in the US Navy and served from 2008 to 2013 as a Corpsman at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.  Upon honorable discharge from US Navy, Courtney began working toward her nursing career at Southeast Missouri State University.

She will be remembered for her wonderful yet crazy sense of humor that brought laughter to the people around her, the beautiful smile and a heart full of love, kindness and generosity.

She is predeceased by her grandparents John and Nina Nokes of South Glens Falls.

She leaves behind her mother Johnna (Nokes-Bouton) Putnam and loving stepfather James Putnam of St Peters MO, her father  Dennis Bouton  and his fiancé  Melinda Barody of Moreau; surrogate father Rainer Mehalik and his wife Karen, paternal grandparents Donald and Claire Bouton, of Gansevoort ;  3 paternal aunts Beth Celeste and her husband Jack of Moreau, Kathy  Bouton Semmel and her husband Eric of Holden, ME and Amy  Ward and her husband Glenn of Wilton: Cousins Brittany,and her fiancé Elton Smith, Lindsey, Kelsey and Mallory Celeste; Hallie and Sierra Semmel and Ryan, Jillian and Emily Ward; one maternal  aunt Michelle Rogin and husband Jeffery Rogin of NJ, one maternal uncle Michael Nokes of South Glens Falls. Maternal cousins Andrew and his wife Michelle Rogin and family of NJ; Stephen and his wife Crystal Rogin and family of Saratoga Springs.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday August 19, from 3-6pm with a Celebration of Life Service at 6pm at Compassionate Funeral Care Inc, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY  12866.  Following the service at 6pm, the Celebration of Life will continue with a gathering at Rainer’s Ramada, 1 Abby Lane, Queensbury, NY.  All are invited.

A Graveside services will be held at 11 am Wednesday, August 20  at the family plot at Southside Cemetery in South Glens Falls.

Donations may be made at www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.

Antonia (Toni) Bogardus

Antonia (Toni) Bogardus

Antonia (Toni) Bogardus, 76, passed away on August 13, 2014 at her home in Wilton surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on April 9, 1938 in Argyle, NY to the late Alexander Luniewski and Estelle Rukat Luniewski.

Antonia graduated from Schoharie Central School, Class of 1955.

She then married her loving husband Bernard W. Bogardus on January 23, 1959, and they had a remarkable fun-filled life together for 55 years.

Paul Butler Pritchard

Paul Pritchard, 85 a longtime resident of the Adam Lawrence Apt. went home to the Lord on July 27, 2014 after a brief illness.

He had worked many years at the Corinth International Paper Mill in Corinth and the Golf course as a mechanic in Ballston Spa.

Paul was a Boy Scout leader and Scout Master in Ballston Spa. NY  for many years.

He loved to fish and take his metal detector to look for treasures and he sure loved garage sales.

He was always putting puzzles together and playing cards and scrabble with his friends.

He was known for his sense of humor and jokes.

Steven A. Begni Sr.

Steven A. Begni Sr., age 73, passed away on July 30, 2014 at his home in Saratoga Springs surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on April 29, 1941 in Manhattan, NY to Ado Begni and Stella (Smaligo) Begni.

Steve graduated from Bedford Park Academy, Class of 1958

Steve retired from the New York State Department of Corrections as a Sergeant in 2001.

Steve enjoyed hunting, camping and riding his Harley Davidson and spending time with family and friends at the family camp in Schroon Valley.

Timothy Northrup

Timothy Northrup

Timothy Northrup, age 59, passed away on July 26, 2014 at his home in Greenfield Center, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 25, 1955 Albany, NY, the son of Richard Northrup and Gail (Dallas) Thorne; he grew up in New Baltimore.

Timothy married John Rainville and they spent 15 years together.

Timothy graduated from Ravena Central School.  He also attended and graduated from Austin Beauty School, Albany NY.

He worked in several different salons in the Albany and Saratoga area.

Timothy loved working in his yard; he enjoyed doing several yard projects and especially loved his flowers. He enjoyed crafts and making gifts for his family and friends. 

Alice Shute

Alice Shute

Alice Shute, age 79, passed away on July 6, 2014 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on March 5, 1935 in Belmont, New Hampshire, the daughter of the late Edward and Irene Ellsworth.

Alice was a homemaker who was a kind, loving and a warm person who will be greatly missed by her family and friends. 

Alice is survived by her sons; Ralph Jr.and Michael Shute, daughter; Kathleen Fields (Bob), grandchildren; Ralph III, Joseph, Jay, Jakob, Racheal, and four great-grandchildren. 

Marty Schleifman

Marty Schleifman, 88,  passed away on June 26 at his home in Greenfield Center, NY.  He went peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife Jeanne and son Bruce.  He was the son of the late Morris and Celia Schleifman.  He grew up in the Bronx, NY, with his three brothers; Edward, David and Milton.  They moved to Rockland County in the 1940's, where he raised his family and started Tri-M Dental lab.

 Always an outdoor enthusiast, he bought a weekend retreat near Saratoga, and spent many happy weekends working on his home and property.  He retired at sixty and moved full time to Greenfield Center, where he devoted himself to creating the ultimate family retreat.  Marty was passionate about fishing and hunting and enjoyed skiing, snowmobiling and golf.  He shared his enthusiasm for his home with his extended family and many friends. 

Paul William Calhoun

 Paul William Calhoun, a World War II Army paratrooper who recently shared his harrowing story of surviving D-Day behind enemy lines, passed away on Wednesday morning.

Calhoun, 92, parachuted into German-held territory in France at 1 a.m. on June 6, 1944 — five hours before Allied troops invaded the beaches of Normandy. He was captured by Nazi soldiers but soon escaped and hid in various locations with the help of French families until American troops liberated the area.

In the weeks leading up to the 70th anniversary of D-Day, surviving rescuers from France wrote Calhoun, thanking him for his service. The emails led the ex-soldier to publicly speak about his wartime experiences for the first time.

Calhoun developed pneumonia on June 10 — four days after the D-Day anniversary — and died Wednesday in Saratoga Hospital surrounded by family members. He will be buried next to his wife, Ruth, in George Washington Memorial Park & Mausoleums in Plymouth Meeting, Pa.

"Dad's emotional French reconnection related to D-Day and the equally emotional and gracious reaction of so many people were major highlights of his long life," Calhoun's son, Paul Walter Calhoun of Saratoga Springs, said Wednesday.

Calhoun served with the 101st Airborne Division's 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, later made famous in the 2001 HBO miniseries "Band of Brothers."

On D-Day, he was assigned to attack German installations and secure the coast for the coming seaborne invasion. But Calhoun was one of about 30 paratroopers to be dropped about 10 miles from their intended target. German soldiers shot him in the hand and captured him. He escaped from the back of a truck and ran into the French countryside.

An underground network of French families nursed his wounds and fed and sheltered him for nearly a week. Calhoun hid under a haystack, in a pile of firewood and in a hole in the forest.

He fought at the Battle of the Bulge in December 1944, Hitler's last-gasp effort to reverse the Allied tide.

The former Army corporal graduated from Temple University and worked in the cement business in Allentown, Pa. Calhoun moved to Saratoga Springs in 2010 and resided in the Wesley Community. He received a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his military service.

Survivors include three children, Candace, John and David Calhoun,  eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Robert Gordon Irwin

Surrounded by love and family, Robert Gordon Irwin passed away peacefully in Saratoga Springs, New York on Sunday June 8, 2014 at the age of 73. 

Robert was the devoted husband of Peggy (Carey) Irwin; loving father to his three children, Ron Irwin and wife, Carrie, Lori (Irwin) Coll and husband Mark, and Cathy (Irwin) Nolan and her husband, Rick. He was a much loved grandfather to Lindsy & Kali, Ryan & Robin, Courtney, Mason & Noah, Alexa, Ericka & Ryann, and great granddaughter, Zoey. He also leaves behind his sister Carol, and his brother Ron and their families. Also his many friends that he made along the way

Lucille Joy Trieste

Lucille Joy Trieste

Trieste, Lucille Joy, Saratoga Springs NY died Friday morning, June 14, 2014 at the Wesley Community where she lived.

Born in Brooklyn on November 8^th, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Filbert and Adelina LaRosa.

Lucille graduated from LaFayette High School, Brooklyn, NY.

She then married her childhood sweet heart Mario Trieste on Dec. 23, 1950, and they had a remarkable fun-filled life together for over 64 years.

Michael A. Casatelli

Michael A. Casatelli , age 74, passed away on Saturday, June 14th, 2014 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 14^th, 1940 in Brooklyn, New York the son of the late Albert Casatelli and Florence LaGrega Casatelli.

Michael is survived by his sons; Michael J. Casatelli and James Casatelli, daughters; Debbie McGinn and Colleen Lagreca (Johnny), brothers; Timothy Casatelli (Sandra) and Peter Casatelli (Mary), seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren and his many nieces and nephews.

Rose Ann Piccione

Rose Ann Piccione, of Johnstown, passed away on  Friday,June 6, 2014, at St. Mary's Hospital, in Amsterdam, NY.

She was born on September 17, 1927, in Johnstown, a daughter of the late John Jakubec and Elizabeth Riska Jakubec.

Rose graduated from Johnstown High School in 1945.  She was a member of the former St. Anthony's Church.

Rose loved her family, and one of her greatest joys was spending time at the home of  Lisa and Lisa's husband Paul, and their three daughters, Marissa, Melinda, and Shannon, whom she was so very  proud of. 

She is survived by: her sons, John Piccione of Quebec, and Michael Piccione; and her daughter, Lisa (Paul) Civic of Middle Grove; granddaughters; nieces, and nephews.

Daniel “Dan” Capone Jr.

Glens Falls - Daniel Nicholas Capone passed away Friday, June 6^th at Glens Falls Hospital surrounded by family and friends.

Dan was born on July 21, 1939 in Saratoga Springs, NY; the son of Pasquale Capone and Mary Casertino Capone.

Dan, as he liked to be called was well known in the Glens Falls and Saratoga area very much enjoyed spending time with his family and friends most especially with his twin brother Nicky. He treasured his and Shirley’s vacations in Florida with his Sister-in-Law Betty Wells. He enjoyed golfing, horse racing, shooting pool and attending family gatherings.

Joseph “Jay” Hoenig III

Joseph Hoenig, age 73, passed away on Saturday, May 31^st, 2014 at Wesley Health Care Center surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on March 9^th, 1941 in Albany, New York to the late Joseph Hoenig Jr. and Florence Towner Hoenig. 

Joseph is survived by his wife Joan of 45 years and his daughters; Maria Mitchell (Michael) and Laura Hoenig; his brothers; Robert Hoenig (Mary Ellen) and Lawrence Hoenig (Kathleen), sister; Katherine Blackwell, and sister-in-law; Candace Hoenig, grandchildren; Londyn and Karissa Mitchell; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Sean T. Gailor

Saratoga Springs – The family of Sean T. Gailor, 27, regret to announce the unexpected death of their son and brother who passed away on Saturday May 24, 2014 at his home in Austin, Texas. 

Sean was born on June 17, 1986 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y; the son of Michael V. Gailor and Karen Bosley Stehlin.  A 2004 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Sean continued his education at Hudson Valley Community College and later earned his Bachelor Degree from Suny Albany.

Edwin C. Wells Jr.

Edwin C. Wells Jr., 72, of Saratoga Springs, NY passed away on May 15, 2014 at home with his loving family at his side.

Edwin was born on Feb. 9, 1942 in Albany NY,  the son of the late Edwin Sr. and Mary Lacomb Wells.

Edwin worked for M&J Printing Company as a Four Color Stripper.

He married the love of his life Susan A. Hockford on Dec. 21, 1993.

Edwin is survived by his wife Susan and many family and friends.

Private family services will be held.

Ingalill (Johanssen) Rice

Ingalill Rice, 79, passed away on Monday May 26, 2014, at her daughters home in Ballston Spa with her loving family at her side.  She was born on June 20, 1934 the daughter of the late Gustav and Elin Johanssen in Gothenburg, Sweden. 

Ingalill grew up in Gothenburg coming to the US in 1953.  She arrived in Chicago where she met and Married

 Harry Rice in 1956 he predeceased her after 43 years of marriage in 1999.

Ingalill worked for Will County Senior Services as a Director for many years.  She enjoyed music, old movies and traveling. She fell in love with the Saratoga Springs area where she retired with Harry in 1993.

She is survived by her daughter, Tracy M. O’Rourke (John P.); sons, Brian (Laurie) and Jody (Kristy) Rice; brother, Jan Granstedt; sister, Marianne Ackemar, grandchildren, Kevin and Kelsey O’Rourke, Eric Rice and Kyle Rice

Private family services will be held

Lillian Santangelo

Saratoga Springs Lillian Santangelo, 90, of Saratoga Springs passed away at Saratoga Hospital on May 10, 2014.  

She was born in New York, New York on December 19, 1923, the daughter of the late Joseph DiVita and RosaTortoricci. Lillian grew up in New York City.   

Lillian married Harold Santangelo and they spent 32 years together.  She worked as a supervisor for 27 years at The National Bank of Westchester in New Rochelle NY.

She enjoyed reading, bowling, walks in the park and loved old black and white movies.

James Taylor

                                                                James Taylor



Galway –James Taylor, 48, of Galway passed away unexpectedly on May 11, 2014.

Born in Niskayuna, New York on October 27, 1965, the son of Herbert T. Taylor and Sandra Lee A. Hatala.

James grew up in Galway, graduated from Galway Central High, and attended Schenectady Community Collage.  James worked at Peckham’s as a Heavy Equipment Operator.

James enjoyed fishing, riding motorcycles and getting together with friends and family having BBQ Outings.  He was an avid Raider’s fan and loved the ocean. James was a lifetime Eagle Member at Aerie 2586 Saratoga, and he was also a member of the American Legion Post 70 Sal. James always enjoyed helping someone in need.

Jyl Sullivan

Jyl Sullivan

Jyl Sullivan, 68, died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, May 6^th 2014 in her home in Saratoga Springs, NY.  Jyl was born on October 29, 1946 to the late Cecil William and Mahelen Julia Hester McCullars in Tyler, TX. 

Jyl was raised in Tyler, Texas. She worked as a Clinical Social Worker for 30 years in Saratoga Springs. She enjoyed cooking, music, animals, travel, reading, poetry, painting and general hilarity. She was known for her wit, humor, and propensity to burst into song.

Claudia Karavolas Karam

Claudia Karavolas Karam

Claudia Karavolas Karam, 59, was a long time resident of Saratoga Springs, NY. She passed away suddenly at Saratoga Springs Hospital on May 5^th, 2014 after an exhausting battle with terminal brain cancer.

She was born April 6^th, 1955 in Istanbul, and grew up with her brother Christian Karavolas. She moved to the U.S. and attended the University of Texas at Arlington where she received her Bachelor’s degree of Fine Arts with a focus in art history.  She later moved to Long Island, NY where she was employed as a mortgage loan officer, had her daughter, Lili Karam, and met her husband, Louis Gilmore. Later, she moved with her family to Saratoga Springs, NY where she was employed as a real estate agent.

Artie Lorraine Haizlip

Artie Lorraine Haizlip

A. Lorraine Haizlip, 87, passed away on Monday, May 5^th 2014 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY.  She was born on April 15^th, 1927 to the late Edward K. and Alma Gregg Lewis in Juliette, GA.

Lorraine served her country in the United States Army as an LPN.  While living in Plattsburgh, NY for many years, in addition to raising her family, she attended CVPH Medical Center School of Nursing earning her RN degree, later graduating from Cornell University with her masters.  Nursing was her life and she held many positions in various hospitals throughout the years in New York, Florida and North Carolina. After retirement Lorraine enjoyed traveling throughout the country with her late husband Jack Haizlip, who predeceased her in 2008.

Robert A. Borowski

Robert A. Borowski, 63, passed away on Sunday April 27, 2014 at Albany Medical Center from a brief illness, with his loving family at his side.  He was born on November 29, 1950 the son of the late Stephen F. and Mary E. Fitzgibbon Borowski.

Robert was a graduate of Niskayuna High School and then attended St. Rose getting a degree in Drug and Alcohol Awareness. He worked for Conifer Park in Glenville as a Drug and Alcohol Coordinator.

Robert married Katherine Wemitt on June 27, 1985 and they spent 28 wonderful years together.  Robert enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing his beloved guitar.  In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Robert is survived by his wife, Katherine; son, Anthony P Weiler (Michelle) of Rexford; daughter, Elizabeth A. Jones (Jon) of Greenfield Ctr.; nephew, Michael E. Borowski of Schenectady; six grandchildren, Courtney Weiler, Tiffany Weiler, Brendan Weiler, Izabella Lashway, Nicholas Weiler, and Holliann Jones.

Preceded in death by his parents and brother Stephen A. Bowoski.

Funeral service in honor of Robert will be held on Friday May 2, 2014, 11:00 am, at Compassionate Funeral Care 402 Maple Ave. (Marion and Rte 9) Saratoga Springs, NY where friends and family my call from 9:30 to 10:45 am prior to the service.

Interment following the service in the North Milton Cemetery on Rte 29.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Robert’s family.

Angelo A. Scalo

Angelo A. Scalo, age 76 passed away on Saturday, April 12^th, 2014 with his loving family close at hand.

He was born on January 2^nd, 1938 in Saratoga Springs, NY to the late Edward and Bruna (Sansieveri) Scala.

Angelo retired from the New York Racing Association after 27 years. 

He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and his extensive collection of horse memorabilia, model cars, helicopters and planes. 

Angelo is survived by his wife of 47 years Helen (Zevetchin), sons; Edward (Sandra) of Wilton, NY, Andrew (Renee) Scalo of Wilton, NY sisters; Jean Addorisio of Boca Raton,  FL and Carmella Bruckner of Ballston Spa, NY, grandchildren; Joseph, Brendan, Luke, Nicholas and Hailey, and many nieces and nephews.

Vincent Joseph Tierney "Joe"

Vincent Joseph Tierney, age 79, of Casey Road, Schuylerville passed away on April 8, 2014 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on January 28^th, 1935 in Mount Kisco, New York to Joseph Patrick Tierney and Violet Bushee Tierney.

 Joe worked for 36 years at the International Union of Operating Engineers (Local 137) in Briarcliff Manor, NY, retiring in 1990 after working on several major construction projects including the Tappan Zee Bridge.   Joe had a second career as an owner and trainer of standard-bred racehorses, at Saratoga Raceway. He was a member of the Saratoga Harness Horsepersons Association.  His training career was highlighted by winning the Irv Woodin Memorial Trot in 1998 with Speedy Breton and in 2000 with Copters Prince who also won the Harold Story trot in 2000.  Joe also had success with the trotter Morse Code. Joe enjoyed playing golf, spending time with his family and friends and rooting for his beloved Yankees.

James Merton Green Sr. “Jimmy”

James M Green Sr, age 60, passed away on April, 6th, 2014 at Albany Medical Center with his loving family at his side.

He was born on January 18, 1954 in Saratoga Springs, NY the son of Ralph Green Sr. and the late Jane M. Hilliker Green.

Jimmy grew up in Saratoga Springs and attended Saratoga High School

Jimmy started helping in his father’s business Adorn Tree Service in the 1970’s.

They went on and started Green Enterprise a Forestry division of logging, firewood and land clearing.  They also started Universal Homes, building numerous homes in Saratoga, Queensbury and Corinth.

Then Jimmy went out on his own and started J.G. Contracting doing property maintenance.

Jimmy enjoyed Hunting, fishing and spending time with his family at their Rackett Lake camp and the Farm in East Berne.

Minerva Gene Atwood

Minerva Gene Atwood, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, April 2^nd, 2014 at Saratoga Hospital.

She was born on May 19^th, 1924 in Norristown, Pennsylvania to Walter H. Stone and Virginia Bolton.

Gene was a graduate of Solvay High School.  She was a homemaker, antique dealer and a very talented artist.

In 1943, she married Clinton H. Atwood on Christmas Eve while he was on leave from the United States Marine Corps.

Fred A. Lewis

Fred Lewis, 78, of Saratoga Springs, passed away on Wednesday April 2, 2014 with his beloved wife Pat, daughter Laurel and family at his side.  He was born on April 20, 1935 in Ballston Spa, NY the son of the late Frank Sr. and Alice Reed Lewis.

Fred grew up on the farm in Rock City Falls one of 14 children, attending Rock City Falls Elementary and Saratoga H.S. He served his country in the US Army from 1957 to 1959.

Fred married the love of his life Patricia Vaness Aug. 25, 1962 and they spent 51 wonderful years together.

John Swersky

John Swersky, age 46, passed away on Saturday, March 29^th, 2014 at Saratoga Hospital.

He was born on October 16^th, 1967 in Northampton MA, the son of David and Jane Fleming Swersky.

John, a graduate of the Riverdale Country School, attended Skidmore College and enjoyed reading, listening to music, philophizing, and taking long walks in nature.

John is survived by his father and step mother David and Jayne Swersky and his two half siblings, as well as a half-sister Blaine Dunham Birchby.

Clarence “Al” Bishop Sr.

Clarence “Al” Bishop Sr., age 79, passed away after a accidental fall on the ice at his home on Tuesday, March 18, 2014 at Albany Medical Center.

Al was born on May 22, 1934 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y. to the late, Nelson and Helen Butterfield Bishop.

He was educated in Saratoga Springs and was a lifelong resident of the area.

Al married the love of his life and best friend Florence Perry on August 24, 1955 and they spent 58 wonderful years together.

Paul Ellsworth Pugh, Sr.

Paul Ellsworth Pugh, Sr., 67, of Ballston Spa, NY passed away peacefully Monday March 10, 2014 at his home. 

Paul was born in Baltimore, Maryland in 1947 the son of the late Charles and Louise Beaty Pugh.

After serving in the US Navy, he married Nadine Draves  in Saratoga Springs, where they raised their family. He graduated from Siena College and was a retired NY State computer specialist.

Clifford (Kip) E. Barody

Clifford (Kip) E. Barody of Sweet Road passed away Monday, March 10, 2014 at Glens Falls Hospital following a long battle with cancer.  He was 72.

Born on October 20, 1941 in Glens Falls, NY, he was the youngest of 14 children born to Joseph and Maude (Denno) Barody.

Clifford retired from the Lehigh Cement Company in Glens Falls where he was employed for many years.

His wife Lois (MacDonald) Barody died in 1999.

Candace Cherry Salvi

Saratoga Springs, NY

Candace Cherry Salvi, 66, passed away on Friday March 7, 2014, at her home with her loving sons and Carmine at her side.  She was born on November 27^th, 1948, in Saratoga Springs, NY the daughter of the late Richard J. and Kathryn Morris Cherry.

Candace grew up in Saratoga attending Saratoga Springs, High School.

She enjoyed Reading, Arts & Crafts and the Horses.

Margaret B. Gustafson

Margaret B. Gustafson, 88, passed away on Wednesday March 3, 2014 at Wesley Health Care in Saratoga Springs, NY.  Margaret was born on November 15, 1925 in Elizabeth, New Jersy the daughter of the late Elmer and Hilma Johansson Ulrickson.

Margaret grew up in Connecticut graduating from Greenwich, High School.

She married the love of her life John C. Gustafson he preceded her on April 2, 1990.

Margaret had a great love for animals and Music.  She loved spending time with her family and friends.

Nina Hikari Martino

Nina Hikari Martino (Pettigrew), 53, of Saratoga Springs N.Y., passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2014 after a brief illness. She was born on June 28, 1960 in New Haven Connecticut the daughter of John and Kazuko Uchida Pettigrew.

       She graduated from Saratoga Springs High school, attended sessions at Juilliard pre-college and classes at Skidmore College. She was a musician and an artist, sculpting was her favorite art medium. She spent many years sculpting and assisting at the Skidmore art department.

       Nina will be remembered for her infectious sense of humor, kindred spirit and big heart. She touched the lives of many children in the neighborhood bedsides her son and daughter.  Nina had a soft spot in her heart for children, the elderly and anyone that would be considered an underdog in our society. This even included her four legged friends that she called her little animals. Nina was a strong Christian believer with the outer and inner beauty of an angel. She also possessed a beautiful singing voice. Today she sings with the other angels in heaven.

      She was predeceased by her father John Phillips Pettigrew. Survivors include her son John J. Martino of Saratoga Springs; her daughter Juliet (Mikey) Martino of Saratoga Springs; her mother Kazuko Pettigrew; her companion John Swizersky; her sisters, Elaine Hurley, Ingrid Keys and Bethany Maglione; her nieces Tomiko and Michelle; her nephews Dustin and Mark; her ex-husband and friend for life John R. Martino.

       Calling hours will be held at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, (Rte. 9) Saratoga Springs N.Y., on Tuesday March 4th from 4 pm to 7 pm.  In lieu of flowers or contributions, Nina’s wishes would best be served by a random act of kindness or a smile to one in need.  She was a very strong believer in pay it forward.  

       Online condolences can be made at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

Robert F. Kearns

Kingsbury

Robert Kearns passed away January 28 2014 with his loving family at his side in Myrtle Beach, SC.

He was born on January 14, 1938 in Glens Falls, NY.

Bob was the owner of Doty Machine Works, in Fort Edward, NY and co- owned Carolina Dream Machines with his daughter Amy in Conway, SC.

He is survived by his wife Bonnie (Tilford) Kearns. His 7 children. MaryBeth Kearns of Rochester, NY. Bob Kearns of Delaware, Ohio. Jackie Boggs and her husband Kip of Delaware, Ohio Chris Kearns and his wife Christine of Hudson Falls, NY. Darryl Kearns of Argyle, NY. Matt Kearns and his wife Krissy of Delaware, Ohio. And Amy Brown of Myrtle Beach, SC. 11 grandchildren and one great grandson.  Sister Joan Talley (Jim) of Wilmington, Delaware. Brothers Roger(Sherry) Kearns of Lake George, NY Jerry (Sue) Kearns of Hudson Falls, NY. David (Sandy) Kearns of Hartford, NY. Terry (Cindy) Kearns of Fort Edward, NY. Along with several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services were held on Friday January 31^st in South Carolina with all of Bobs children, some of his grandchildren and several of his close friends in attendance. Kip Boggs, Bobs son in law spoke of Bob in a loving, cheerful manner. Many of Bobs golfing buddies told of the adventures one under took while golfing with him. Others spoke of the lead foot Bob had while driving anything with a motor.

A local Memorial Service will be held at the Kingsbury Fire House in the spring and a full obituary will appear in a future edition of the Post Star prior to the service.

Local arrangements are by Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.  Guest book at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

John Thomas Fischer

Gansevort

John Thomas Fischer, 59, of Gansevoort passed away on January 30, 2014, bringing his battle with COPD to an end as he was reunited with The Lord.  John was born on August 9, 1954 as the son of John Edward Fischer and Camilla Notargiacomo Fischer in Astoria, NY.  He spent much of his life in the garment industry and other management positions, including his work with the Salvation Army in New York and Massachusetts.  John loved to tell stories and to make others laugh.  In the final months of his life he often reflected on how much family meant to him, and expressed how thankful he was for the meaningful relationships he’d been able to establish with them.  

John is survived by his son and daughter-in-law Charlie and Laura Wilson of Elmira, NY, son Matthew Fischer of Wilmington, NC, and son and daughter-in-law Justin and Kristy Fischer of Gansevoort, NY, as well as his grandchildren Joshua, Jeffery, and Adam Wilson, Marcy and Marley Fischer, and Jacob, Kaitlynn, Elijah, and Benjamin Fischer.  He is also survived by his mother Camilla Fischer of Valley Stream, NY, his sister AnnMarie O’Malley of Valley Stream, NY, his brother Larry Fischer of Myrtle Beach, SC, and his sister Toni Dempsey of Long Beach, NY.  John was predeceased by his father, John Edward Fischer.

A memorial service will be held at Pine Knolls Alliance Church (614 Gansevoort Road in South Glens Falls, NY) on February 15th at 3pm, with a reception to follow at the church.  Please contact the church at (518)793-7101 for more information.

A sincere expression of gratitude is extended from John’s family to all of those from Hospice who cared so lovingly for him over the past 15 months.  

Arrangements under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care.

Online condolences can be made at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com