Gary J. Famiano

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gary J. Famiano passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025. Born in Saratoga Springs on February 18, 1945, he was the son of the late Anthony A. Sr. and Margaret (Bencivenga) Famiano.

Gary graduated from Saratoga Springs High School, class of 1963. He worked for Farone’s as a bookkeeper and for Jamesway in the accounting office until joining WalMart’s accounting office until his retirement in 2017.

Along with his parents, Gary is predeceased by his niece Wendy Leigh Famiano as well as many aunts and uncles. He is survived by his sister Denene and her husband Bob Carso; his brother Anthony Famiano, Jr.; his cherished nieces and nephews Shawna Tousignant (Frank Caputo), Rob Carso (Meghan) and Michael Famiano (Andrea); and his great niece Madison Tousignant (Michael Ortale, Jr.) and great nephew Noah Tousignant. 

The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff at the Wesley Health Center- Hathorn 3rd Floor who took such good care of him. They will miss him. Also the Doctors, Nurses, and Staff at Saratoga Hospital who provided the best care for him during his last days. Lastly, and very importantly Dr. Kevin Dooley who has been a huge part of the great and special care that Gary received. 

Relatives and friends were invited to call from 4-7 p.m., Thursday, May 15, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373).

A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, May 16 at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please donate in Gary’s name to St. Jude’s in Memphis, TN, the American Diabetes Association, or the American Cancer Association.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.