All Obituaries

HAMPTON - Michele Lee Sarro, age 47, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 12, 2018 with her beloved husband and family at her side. She was born on April 21, 1971 in Saratoga Springs, NY, the daughter of Keith Cole, Kathleen Cummings Sullivan and Dan Sullivan. Michele was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.  She adored her animals, especially her horses.  Michele loved the outdoors, camping, and gardening, but on her days inside she was an amazing baker, loved...

ROCK CITY FALLS - Nicole Parkhurst passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 surrounded by her loving family. She was a loving, devoted wife and mother who dedicated her life to raising and caring for her family.  She enjoyed playing bingo, games and long walks with her kids.  She had a generous spirit, helping other people in their times of need whenever she could. Nicole is survived by her loving husband William Parkhurst; children, Nicholas and Kayla...

Alice F. Fay, 96, formerly of Niskayuna, NY peacefully passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Wesley Health Care Center in Saratoga Springs. Born on November 4, 1921 in Brooklyn, NY, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Agnes (Klovekorn) Hargreaves.  Alice was a graduate of Sewanhaka High School in Floral Park, NY and in 1943, graduated from Englewood Hospital Nursing School in Englewood, NJ with an R.N. degree. On August 24, 1944, Alice became a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Nurse...

GREENFIELD CENTER - Patrick D. Collins, 46 of Greenfield Center NY went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs, NY. Born on December 20, 1971, in Glens Falls, NY, Pat, as he was known, was a lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs. Graduating from Saratoga Springs High School in 1989 and Joining the Unites States Army in 1990. Patrick always expressed his pride for the US Army with several stories from his travels abroad; he...

SARATOGA SPRINGS - John R. Leslie, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 30, 2018. He was born on January 27, 1959 in Gloversville, New York, the son of Lois Wurl Leslie and the late Ronald Leslie. John was raised in Johnstown in his early years.  He worked for over 30 years at the Saratoga Raceway.  His love and compassion for horses was his life and he had an absolute love and devotion to animals.  In his younger years John’s passion was driving and...

STILLWATER – It is with profound sadness that the family of Timothy (Michael) Little on June 28, 2018, passed away at Saratoga Hospital after a long battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family and close friends. Tim was 65 and continued to be a vigilant fighter to the very end. Tim was born on April 17, 1953 in Saratoga Springs, New York, the son of the late Arthur and Thelma (Schultz) Little. Tim’s love for horses made him a true and knowledgeable horseman. He had a...

SARATOGA SPRINGS - Jeremy J. Furey, age 27, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 25, 2018 at Saratoga Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 28, 1991 in Saratoga Springs, NY, the son of Charles Furey and Jennifer Maye Furey. Jeremy was a 2009 graduate of Saratoga Central Catholic High School.  Jeremy was an avid athlete in his high school years playing baseball, pitching two no-hitters, football and bowling. Jeremy was an honor student in his...

South Glens Falls, NY Charles D. “Chuck” Ward of Hudson Street passed away suddenly from natural causes Monday, June 25, 2018 at his home.  He was 53. Born on January 3, 1965 in Granville, NY, he was the son of Winfield C. Ward and Vicky A. Stannard. Charles grew up in Fort Ann, NY and was a 1985 graduate of Fort Ann Central School.  While in high school, he entered the US Navy’s Delayed Entry Program and completed basic training at the US Navy Great Lakes...

GREENFIELD CENTER - Paula Vander Ploeg, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, June 19, 2018 unexpectedly at Saratoga Hospital.  She was born on April 16, 1953 in Irvington, New Jersey, the daughter of the late Paul Vojt and Ursula Geiseler Vojt. Paula was a Home Health Care provider for many years. Her love for people became her passion and her profession.  She was always entertaining family or friends at her home with her witty sense of humor, whether it was for a meal or just for a...

James P Van Ness left this earthly life June 17, 2018 in a road accident. James was born July 22, 1963 in New London, Connecticut to Marcia and James Van Ness and an older sister Sheila. James was a pipe fitter with Local 773. He traveled over the years with his profession and said he experienced the beauty that’s right in our own back yard. James, or, as some called him Jimmy, Jimbo, Jimmy Malta, Wolfe, Lone Wolfe, had such a special soul, a big heart, a contagious smile, charisma...