Wayne Wilcox

GREENFIELD CENTER — Wayne Wilcox of Squashville Road passed away Thursday, November 17, 2016 at The Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls. He was 82. Born January 11, 1934 in Saratoga Springs, he was the son of the late Edward and Veronica (Baker) Wilcox. Wayne attended Saratoga High School and was a graduate of the Class of 1952. He enjoyed woodworking and was a fantastic clock maker. He worked for the Van Raalte Knitting Mill and the City of Saratoga Springs Post Office. In addition to his parents, Wayne was predeceased by his wife of 48 years, Anne Elizabeth Wilcox and a sister, Eleanor Tracey. Survivors include his four children Lisa (Noah) Wilcox, Wayne (Joanne) Wilcox, Jr., Tina (Richard) Knott and Julie (Dan) Hinckley; siblings, Robert Wilcox, Lois Hall, Mary O’Connor, Gary Wilcox and Debbie Gailor. He was the proud grandfather of five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren as well as a loving uncle to several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends gathered to say their goodbyes on Monday, November 21, 2016 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes in Saratoga Springs. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the nurses and staff at the Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation in Hoosick Falls for the loving care that was given to Wayne (Dad) while he was with them. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.