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A Tech Savvy Start-Up

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Need help with your tech? Saratoga Springs native Drew Sweeney has started his own business, DS HOMETECH, to assist with all your home technology-related needs. 

Sweeney was working from home as a finance consultant when the pandemic hit in 2020. With other financial consultants now also working from home and bidding for jobs online, his own consulting jobs were getting fewer and far between and he needed to find another source of income.

He was inspired to start DS HOMETECH after having to hang a TV in his own home. A Google search yielded few options for help, and he recognized that it was a service the area was lacking. With his own business, Sweeney can install and calibrate soundbars, install and hang TVs, design and install home theaters, upgrade WiFi – you name it. He is also knowledgeable on Smart Home systems. 

Despite majoring in Business Management and concentrating in Finance at UAlbany, a field he worked in for the past seven years, Sweeney has always had an interest in technology. 

“The world we live in today revolves around technology,” said Sweeney. “I was always the kid to take stuff apart and put it back together. It snowballed into a genuine interest in technology set-ups.” 

He does all the work himself, but has developed a network of general contractors and other professionals. Sweeney admits that technology in the home can be intimidating to most people. 

“I make it a point to simplify it as much as possible, and walk with clients through what they want and what I’m doing,” said Sweeney. “At the end of the day, I’m happy if the client has a smile on their face. I take pride in the work I do, and will spend extra time to make sure the work is above and beyond the client’s expectations.”

Need someone to install a Smart TV? Frustrated with your slow WiFi? Contact Drew Sweeney at 518-859-5613 or email dshometech@gmail.com. Visit his website www.dshometechny.com, or find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/dshometech

Racing City Chorus “Barbershop on Broadway” Downtown on Thursday Nights

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Racing City Chorus, with their A Cappella “Barbershop-style” singing, performs consecutive Thursday evenings on Broadway through Aug. 26. 

The Racing City Chorus is a men’s singing organization that meets regularly to practice, perform, socialize, and have fun. They currently have over 25 singers from all walks of life and all parts of the Saratoga Springs/Capital Region.  For more information, visitracingcitychorus.org or call 518-504-7464.

Performances are Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. as follows:  7 p.m. The Scott Varley Team at Keller Williams; 7:45 p.m. Union Hall Supply Co.; 8:30 p.m. Stewart’s Shops (Aug. 5: across from the City Center. Aug. 19: Woodlawn Ave.); 8:30 p.m. Adirondack Trust Company (Aug. 12, Aug. 26). 

Saratoga’s First Official Triplets Turn 90!

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Sisters Joan Rothe Wilson (left) and Jacqueline Rothe Nagel celebrated their 90th birthday on July 21.  The two women, along with their late sister Jayne Rothe Bobinis, were the first set of triplets to be born in Saratoga Hospital, and later the first set of Triplets to graduate Saratoga Springs High School.  The pair celebrated the milestone with family in Saratoga.

Saratoga-Wilton Elks Seek Entertainment Acts for Patriot Day Parade On 9/11

Saratoga Springs — On Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021, Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge No. 161 will sponsor a Patriot Day Parade commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the 9-11 tragedy. The parade’s theme will be “Honoring Our Community Heroes.”

The Elks plan to honor local first responders who went to New York City to assist with search and rescue efforts after the Twin Towers fell, as well as local community first responders, essential workers and community service providers who have been at the forefront of the local response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The Elks are looking for musical acts, color guards, and marching bands to provide entertainment during the parade. Groups interested in performing, email the Lodge Secretary at saratogawiltonelks161@albany.twcbc.com and request a participation application. 

Parade participants will march down Broadway in the City of Saratoga Springs starting at noon. The Avant Garde Alumni will be again reuniting and providing a featured performance in the parade. 

Farm Feast for Grassland Birds

ARGYLE — Join Grassland Bird Trust (GBT) for a “Farm Feast for Grassland Birds,” hosted by Pleasant Valley Farm 4 – 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 1. 

This farm-to-table dinner sponsored by Stewart’s Shops will feature a chef-prepared buffet of fresh, locally grown products from Pleasant Valley Farm, Mack Brook Farm, Hicks Orchard/Slyboro Ciderhouse, Battenkill Valley Creamery, Winney’s Blueberry Farm, and more with fresh fish from Moby Ricks/PuraVida Fisheries. 

Pleasant Valley Farm owners Paul and Sandy Arnold have over 40 types of fruits and vegetables year-round on this certified naturally grown farm located at 118 S. Valley Road in Argyle. 

Take a free tour of the farm before dinner, catch a live bird of prey presentation by Trish Marki from Silent Wings and enjoy a chance to meet GBT board members and staff and fellow conservationists in a relaxing atmosphere. 

Limited seating; visit bit.ly/gbtfarmfeast to reserve your spot. Minimum donation $100.  Donate $250 or more to Grassland Bird Trust and receive two tickets to your choice of upcoming musical events at Hicks Orchard/Slyboro Ciderhouse.

All funds raised from this event will support GBT’s work to preserve critical grassland habitat for endangered, threatened, and rapidly declining grassland birds.  Learn more at grasslandbirdtrust.org or call 518-499-0012.

The Marshall House – Witness to History on Sunday

SCHUYLERVILLE — The historic Marshall House at 136 Route 4 North in Schuylerville will be open on Sunday, Aug. 1 as part of the Village’s Turning Point Parade celebration. 

The house played an important role in the area’s Revolutionary War history, serving as a field hospital for the British troops and the German soldiers who fought with them in the Saratoga campaign. The family of the German General Friedrich Riedesel had accompanied Burgoyne to the battlefront.

The Baroness Frederika Riedesel (as portrayed by Debbie Bailey) will greet visitors and tell the story of how she with her three children endured bombardment at the Marshall House during the American siege during the Battles of Saratoga in 1777. Docents will explain details of the historic house. 

Visitors will be limited to groups of fifteen in 45-minute sessions at 2:30, 3:15, 4 and 4:45 p.m. There will be valet parking at the house. While admission is free, a donation of $10 per person is suggested to further the educational outreach of The Marshall House.  Registration is required. To register, go to www.themarshallhouse.org and click on Special Event Sunday, August 1 on the home page. 

July 30 – August 5, 2021

Friday, July 30

Photographing the Beauty Around Me
Zoom Course, 2:15 – 3:45 | Saratoga County Office for the Aging is offering a new, free program for 55+ residents of Saratoga County: A six-week zoom course on how to capture digital photographs of environments and people. Participants will learn and hone basic aim-and-shoot skills. No previous photography skills are required. The course will be held every Friday through August 13. Pre-registration is required. RSVP to Christina Krowel: 518-884-4998 or email; ckrowel@saratogacountyny.gov.

Saturday, July 31

Bike Rodeo
American Legion Post 70, 34 West Ave., Saratoga Springs
9 a.m. – Noon | Join Saratoga Springs Cub Scout Packs 4012 & 4016 for a Bike Rodeo. Grades Kindergarten through 5th grade are invited.  Bring your bicycle or scooter and your helmet.  Check your skills and learn about some other cool scouting activities and games. Contact John Koch (saratogascouter@kochny.com) for more information. 

Outdoor Concert Series
Hubbard Hall Great Lawn, 25 E. Main St., Cambridge
6 p.m. | Bring your blankets and chairs and enjoy a relaxing evening listening to some great music and musicians! Arrive any time after 5 p.m. Maximum 100 attendees allowed on the lawn. In case of rain, concerts will be performed inside Hubbard Hall for a maximum of 45 audience members with house opening at 5:30 p.m. No reservations. First-come, first-sit. Masks required for those unvaccinated.  See hubbardhall.org for more information.  This evening’s featured artist is Men o’ War Balladeers. 

Haunted Saratoga Tours
Saratoga Tea & Honey, 348 Broadway, Saratoga Springs
7 – 8:30 p.m. | Hear the stories that have lived on in our city for hundreds of years. A 90-minute-long walking tour will take you in search of the ghosts rumored to haunt the city. Walking distance is less than a mile, covered at a leisurely pace. Cost is $22. 

Sunday, August 1

Summer Stroll: Broadway in 1874
NW Corner of Congress St. and Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Gloria May will lead a tour of Broadway that focuses on the sights and sounds of Broadway in 1874. Walk back in time to discover what has changed and what has remained the same in the historic downtown. All Sunday morning tours last approximately 90 minutes and require walking and standing on varied terrain. Tours will be limited to 30 and tickets must be purchased in advance. The cost per tour is $15 for SSPF members and $20 for non-members. Members who have received complimentary Stroll passes will have those honored for their value of $10 and will be required to pay the difference of $5. Visit saratogapreservation.org or call 518-587-5030 to purchase tickets in advance.

Hearts of the Adirondacks Festival
Adirondack Folk School, 51 Main St., Lake Luzerne

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | The event will include make your own ice cream sundaes on the back porch, hot dogs and fixings hot off the grill, demonstrations of traditional Adirondack crafts, fireside storytelling, shopping at the Adirondack Folk School Gift Shop, musical performances, plus our annual silent auction and items made by Adirondack Folk School artisans from throughout the region. Auction open 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. This year’s quilt challenge will be displayed, and raffle tickets will be available for purchase. Admission is free, charges for food and purchased items. 

Rocktoga Charity Event
Malta Drive-In Theatre, 2785 U.S. 9, Malta | 12 – 6 p.m.
An afternoon of music and fun awaits attendees at the ROCKTOGA benefit. This family-friendly event’s proceeds will benefit the Melodies Center for Childhood Cancer and Blood Disorders at the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital at Albany Medical Center. A multi-genre music lineup is headlined by local favorites Grand Central Station, Big Sky, Jocamo, and Superposition. $25 per car in advance; $30 day of the event. ROCKTOGA will also have: Food Trucks, Raffles, Celebrity Guest Appearances, Stock Car Displays and Exhibits. For tickets: www.eventbrite.com/e/rocktoga-charity-event-tickets-157992322289

Summer Concert Series
Congress Park, War Memorial, 268 Broadway, Saratoga Springs | 7 – 8:30 p.m.

The Schmooze will be performing. Gather your friends, bring your blankets and chairs, and enjoy some of our area’s favorite performers. Free to the public.

Monday, August 2

The Camp Saratoga 5K Trail Series 
Wilton Wildlife Preserve and Park Parking Lot #1, Wilton
6:15 p.m. | Monday evenings in August. Registration is $5 day-of or $20 for all five races. This is a low-key, all-outdoors event topped off by light refreshments and unusual raffle prizes. Please bring your own water. Proceeds benefit the Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park. Current CDC and NYS guidelines will be followed. For more information, call Laura Clark at 518-581-1278 or email laura@saratogastryders.org or visit www.saratogastryders.org.

Band Ragged Company
VFW, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | 6-9 p.m.

Food and drink specials. Everyone is welcome. For more information, please call 518-584-9686. Support your Local Veterans Organization. 

Tuesday, August 3

Congress Park Walking Tours
Saratoga Springs Visitor’s Center, 297 Broadway, Saratoga Springs

10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Our experienced guides will tell you the stories of how Saratoga became the “Queen of Spas” in the 19th Century, the tragic story behind the Trask Family and the Spirit of Life statue. The history of the Saratoga City Museum and its notorious reputation as the highest rolling gambling casino in the US.  How the city rallied to restore the historic Spit and Spat statues. Cost is $20.

Ellen Hardin Walworth Exhibit – Ribbon Cutting 
Canfield Museum, 1 East Congress St., Saratoga Springs | 11 a.m.

The Saratoga Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution and the Saratoga History Museum invite you to a ribbon cutting for the new Ellen Hardin Walworth Exhibit. Ellen was one of the four founders of the DAR and founder of the Saratoga Battlefield Commission.  For further information contact: saratogadaughters1143@gmail.com

Wednesday, August 4

Roast Pork Dinner 
Saratoga Wilton Elks Lodge, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs | 4:30 – 6 p.m.
For curbside pickup only. Call Monday or Tuesday Between 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. to place an order. 518-584-2585. Menu: roast pork, mashed potatoes, vegetable, stuffing, applesauce, gravy and roll, tossed salad. Dinner for two is $25 cash only. 

Malta Summer Concert Series 2021 
Malta Community Center, 1 Bayberry Drive, Malta | 6 – 8 p.m.

Free to attend on the front lawn. Bring a picnic supper, blanket and/or chairs and enjoy! This week’s featured artist is Grit-N-Whiskey. 

Thursday, August 5

BBQ and Meeting
VFW, 190 Excelsior Ave., Saratoga Springs | Noon

Hosted by Chapter 60, Korean War Veterans Association. Members interested in attending are asked to call Carole Waldron at 518-584-4362, by August 2. Veterans who served anywhere during the Korean War, in Korea at any time, spouses, widows, family and friends are all invited to attend.  For further information or to join the organization, please contact Comm. Paul O”Keefe at 584-603-4186.  Annual dues for veterans are $10 and $5 for all others.

Concerts in the Park / Annual Ice Cream Social
Lions Music Park, Front St., Ballston Spa | 6 – 8 p.m.

This week’s concert features the Union Fire Co. Band. Bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. We will follow any continuing New York State guidelines for safe public gatherings that may be in effect at the time of the event. These may include social distancing measures, face masks and limited capacity in the park.  The concert series is free to the public. 

July 30 – August 5, 2021

Diabetes Support Group Online
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County will host an informal support group via Zoom for people with diabetes or prediabetes. The program will meet the first Friday of each month, the next meeting will be Friday, August 6th at noon. Individuals can join by contacting Diane Whitten at 518-885-8995, or dwhitten@cornell.edu. There is no fee for the support group. Topics will vary and may be based on the interest of the group.

Big Truck Day
Join us for a great morning of fun on August 7 at 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Maple Avenue Middle School. Come check out some of the coolest big trucks in the area! Enjoy food and treats from your favorite local vendors. Truck Day is a primary fundraiser for the Children’s Museum. Money raised at this event makes it possible for the Museum to offer quality education programs and learning opportunities for children and families throughout our community. Send us a drawing of your best Big Truck. The first 50 applicants receive a FREE PASS to Big Truck Day! This year it’s not a contest, but passes are limited so act soon! Open to all students PreK to 5th grade! You can submit them online at www.cmssny.org/big-truck-day/. You can purchase tickets online, as well. 

Cars & Coffee Event
The Town of Greenfield Lions Club will be hosting this free event at the Middle Grove Town Park on August 7, from 8 – 11 a.m. All cars and trucks welcome, even daily drivers. 50-50 raffle, door prizes, fresh coffee, donuts, and Lions Breakfast Sandwiches. Sponsored by Bryan’s Brew. All proceeds will stay in our community in support of Greenfield Lions Youth Programs and Town of Greenfield Youth Rec Programs. If you are interested in sponsoring a door prize for this event, please contact Lion bill Marzano at 518-461-9784 or email wmarzan1@nycap.rr.com for more information. 

10th Annual Fallen Officers Memorial Ride
On Saturday, August 7, join us for a 75-mile ride through 5 counties. The ride will honor Detective Sergeant Randall French, Special Operations Section, Troy Police Department, End of Watch, April 30, 2020 and corrections Officer Joseph A. Martini, Ulster County Sheriffs Department. Cost is $20 per bike & passenger. All vehicles welcome. Registration is at 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Spitzie’s Motorcycle Center, 1970 Central Ave. in Colonie. Awards for best represented Blue Knights Chapter, Best represented Police Motor Unit and best represented Motorcycle Club. Food, drink, 50/50 drawing and raffles will be available at Nanola located on Route 9 in Malta. For more information contact Pat Fox 518-469-9201 or Lou Somma 518-421-2921. 

Eleventh Caboose Day and Car Show
Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, and Imports welcome on Saturday, August 14 at The Caboose at King’s Station, corner of Route 9N and Porter Rd., Porter Corners from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tour King’s Station and the restored caboose. Vendors, bake sale, hot dogs, hamburgers, French fries and drinks to benefit The Town of Greenfield Historical Society. Rain or Shine. For information, call Tom Clute at 518-580-0655, Louise Okoniewski at the Town Hall at 518-893-7432 or 518-796-4066. 

Reading & Book Signing by Matt Witten
Come to the Ballston Spa Public Library Saturday, August 14 at 11a.m. for a book signing and reading with author Matt Witten. This will be an in-person event in the library’s community room. Join mystery and TV writer, Matt Witten as he presents his new novel, The Necklace. Books will be available to purchase and sign. Mr. Witten lived in Saratoga Springs, where he wrote four mystery novels that were published by Signet, including Breakfast at Madeline’s. Then moved to LA and began writing for TV: Law & Order, House, Pretty Little Liars, CSI: Miami, and other shows. Set partly in Lake Luzerne, The Necklace is his first novel since he began writing for TV. Witten has been spending summers in Lake Luzerne for the past twenty-five years. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required, limit 30. To sign up go to the library, call 518-885-5022 or online at www.eventbrite.com/e/book-signing-and-reading-with-mystery-writer-matt-witten-tickets-162123723421 Ballston Spa Public Library is located at 21 Milton Avenue (Rt. 50) with its parking lot at the back of the building on Low Street.

The Health, History, & Horses Charity Gala
Presented by Ladies of Charity, Saratoga Chapter. Funds raised are distributed annually to establish charities in Saratoga & Warren/Washington Counties: Catholic Charities, food kitchens, shelters, and tuition support programs. The gala will be held on Thursday, August 19 from 6 – 9 p.m. at Longfellow’s Restaurant, located at 500 Union Ave., Saratoga Springs. There will be complimentary beer and wine the first hour, hot and cold food stations, cash bar, live music, silent auction, 4 seasons basket raffle, 50/50 raffle and racetrack t-shirt quilt. Cost is $75 per person payable to Ladies of Charity. Tickets can be purchased at www.ladiesofcharitysaratoga.com or contact Yolanda at 518-886-8064. Attire is Summer Festive.

Friday Pop-up Art on Beekman Street
Outdoor art displays with local artists and makers on the lawns and porches of the Beekman Street Art District, Saratoga Springs with refreshments and live music on Friday, August 20, from 5:30 – 8 p.m. shops and galleries open late. Rain late afternoon cancels event. 

Summer Lunch Program for Children
This summer during the months of July and August, the First Baptist Church of Ballston Spa will sponsor a Summer Lunch Program for children living in and around the village.  Nutritious lunches will be made daily and distributed in seven locations.  Volunteers are needed to assemble and distribute the lunches.  Anyone who is interested in volunteering in some way in making a financial contribution, or in obtaining an application or a menu can contact the church at 518-885-8361 or at bspabaptist202@gmail.com or bspabaptist.org.  Please help to impact the children of Ballston Spa in a positive way.

Southern Saratoga Art Society Exhibit
Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area. Please try to visit these venues and support the arts in Southern Saratoga County. For further information about SSAS, please visit: southernsaratogaartist.com. Artist Roberta Moses is exhibiting her art during July and August at the Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Mechanicville. Waterford Library, 117 Third Street, Waterford is hosting artists Jack Morgan, Rebecca Jenkins and Patricia Wade during July and August. Artists William Daisak, David Mayak and Karen Zimmers are exhibiting their art at the Clifton Park Senior Community Center, 6 Clifton Common Ct, Clifton Park. 

July 24 – July 30, 2021

COURT

Natalie S. Andersen, 50, of Gansevoort, pleaded July 22 to felony DWI in connection with an incident in Saratoga Springs. Sentencing Sept. 30. 

Devon M. Ostrander, 26, of Milton, was sentenced to 3 years in prison for strangulation in the second-degree, and 1.5 to 3 years prison for criminal contempt in the first-degree. 

Jesse A. Kelton, 45, of Pittsburg, California, pleaded July 21 to felony DWI in connection with an incident in Malta. Sentencing Sept. 9. 

Joshua C. French, 37, of Wilton, was sentenced July 21 to 1 to 3 years in state prison after pleading to felony DWI. 

Courtney L. Curley, 21, of Ballston, pleaded July 21 to felony DWI. Sentencing Sept. 21.

James L. Salvo, 40, of Schenectady, was sentenced July 21 to 2 to 4 years in state prison after pleading to felony grand larceny in connection with an incident in Clifton Park. 

John C. Heidrich was found guilty by jury in Saratoga County Court on July 21 of 16 charges related to a sexual and physical assault that occurred over a five-day-span in the town of Halfmoon, according to a statement released by Saratoga County District Attorney Karen Heggen. The jury found Heidrich guilty of multiple kidnapping and sexual abuse charges and he faces a potential maximum sentence of 25 years when sentenced in late September. The victim was a 57-year-old woman from the Boston, Massachusetts area whom Heidrich had met through a phone dating service, Heggen said, and whom Heidrich sexually and physically assaulted while forcibly confining her at his home. Sentencing is Sept. 29. 

POLICE

Heather Ippolito, 28, of Waterford, was charged July 17 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, and failure to keep right. 

Antonio Mucci, 25, of Ballston Lake, was charged July 17 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, speeding, and failure to keep right, two counts criminal possession of a controlled substance, and refusal to take a breath test. 

Nelson Mangino, 26, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 17 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and speeding. 

Semaj Godfrey, 19, of Poughkeepsie, was charged July 16 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. 

Laurie Fosina, 57, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 15 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, motor vehicle registration suspended, and operating a motor vehicle without inspection certificate.

Kevin Reed, 33, of Mechanicville, was charged July 16 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and operating without insurance, inspection certificate, and registration suspended. 

Felipe Arenas-Fuentes, 25, of Floral Park, was charged July 18 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, failure to keep right, operating unregistered vehicle.

Faber Kelly, 41, of Port Henry, was charged July 18 in Saratoga Springs with criminal trespass as a misdemeanor. 

Nicole Rose, 43, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 17 with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle.

Betty Daniels, 37, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 18 with petit larceny misdemeanor.

Devlin Dizacomo, 31, of Albany, was charged July 16 in Saratoga Springs with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle, and failure to stop at a stop sign. 

Daniel Perodeau, 28, of Saratoga, was charged July 13 with resisting arrest, petit larceny, and criminal contempt. All three charges are misdemeanors. 

Jacob Smith, 25, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 14 with two counts criminal mischief, criminal possession of stolen property, assault – all misdemeanors, and felony grand larceny. 

Kevin Kelly, 41, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 14 with exposure, criminal tampering, and harassment. 

Shawn Witbeck, 50, of Saratoga Springs, was charged July 15 with assault, criminal obstruction of breathing, and criminal mischief – all misdemeanors. 

William Sanigular, 28, of Clifton Park, was charged July 16 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, and following too closely. 

Scott Seymour, 46, of Saratoga, was charged July 12 in Saratoga Springs with misdemeanor DWI, aggravated DWI, and three driving-related violations. 

Jamaine Myers, 43, of Troy, was charged July 10 in Saratoga Springs with operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration, without a vehicle inspection certificate, and with aggravated unlicensed operation of a motor vehicle. 

Patricia Ann Ready-Grout

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CHANDLER, AZ — Patricia Ann Ready-Grout, 86, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2021 at the Dobson Home. 

Born in Saratoga Springs, on January 13, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Mabel H. (Hills) Ready. 

Pat attended Saratoga High School graduating in the class of 1953 and then from Albany Business College. She also served in the Naval Reserves and was employed by BOCES until her retirement to Mesa, AZ. Pat loved traveling, camping and especially her little dog, Patches. 

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Don Grout, formerly of Colchester, VT. 

A funeral home service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 2, 2021 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Burial will follow in the family plot in Greenridge Cemetery, Saratoga Springs.

Memorial donations in Pat’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital: www.stjude.org/donate.

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