SARATOGA SPRINGS — William (Bill) G. Hamlin passed away suddenly on October 29, 2020. A private service was celebrated at the All Saints Church. Burial was at family plot in Syracuse. Memorial donations to: All Saints Church, PO Box 211, Hoosick Falls, NY 12089. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Alan Sterling Wheelock passed away on October 26, 2020 from complications related to cancer. Services will be next spring/summer to accommodate the current health climate. Arrangements are under the direction of the Burke Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
SMYRNA, GA — Katherine Nelson, 60, of Smyrna, Tennessee passed away Wednesday, October 7, 2020 after a long illness. Memorial donations may be made to the SPCA or the American Cancer Society. Burial will be Friday, November 6, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the St. Peters Cemetery in Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
WILTON — Stanley D. Akers, 83, passed away on October 24, 2020. A Celebration of Life was held Sunday, November 1, 2020 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs with Pastor Dave Worcester officiating. Family and friends gathered to remember him prior to the service. Online remembrances may be made at compassionatefuneralcare.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Florence Lillian Suttle died Monday, November 2. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 6 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. in Saratoga, followed by interment at Saratoga National Cemetery.
BALLSTON SPA — Bertha Jane Ebert, 86, passed away, Saturday, October 31 at her home in Ballston Spa. Calling hours were held on Wednesday, November 4 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs. Interment followed visitation at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery.
AMSTERDAM — Barbara T. Broadus, 93, departed this life peacefully at Capstone Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing on October 23, 2020. A celebration of her life and viewing was held Saturday, October 31 at Compassionate Funeral Care Inc., 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — 1/4/1952–10/28/2020 — John Huppuch, 68, passed away suddenly at Saratoga Hospital.
John was born in Saratoga Springs to John (Jack) Huppuch and Anne Hayes Huppuch. In 1970 he graduated from Saratoga High School. In 1974 he graduated from The University of Vermont with a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management. He had a passion for nature and loved photography. John had his hands in everything during his life. You never knew what he was up to next. He always made you laugh, had a quick wit and always had a joke or a tale to tell. John was an Expert Sharpshooter at a young age.
After graduating from college, John moved to California to pursue the martial arts. He earned his 12th degree black belt status after many years of dedication. He went on to instruct “Hwa Rang Do” to many students. He appeared twice on “That’s Incredible” demonstrating his martial arts. After moving back to Saratoga John began organizing events, bartending at the track, had Santa Claus gigs, and worked part time at Walmart among many other things. He loved fishing and was a member of the Basspointers of Saratoga Springs. He was also an active member of Bethesda Episcopal Church where he served on the Vestry.
John is survived by his daughter, Jenna (Dave) Galich of Georgia, brother Kipp Huppuch of Washington and a sister Jill (Wally) Duthie of Wyoming. John has two grandchildren, numerous cousins, nieces, a nephew as well as many dear friends. John is also survived by his devoted dog, Boomer. John was preceded in death by both of his parents and dog, Bailey. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be scheduled in Saratoga at a later date.
This coming Wednesday, November 11, we will celebrate Veterans Day on the anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I; the armistice that began on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. On this solemn day we are called to honor all those who served our country, both dead and alive, in war and in peace.
Those of us who know freedom, should be thankful for those who sacrificed for it. For without their sacrifices we may still be celebrating the royal wedding, speaking German, or practicing a single religion. All of our veterans gave something, and some of our veterans gave everything, and because of those sacrifices we live in the greatest nation on Earth.
Yes, I said it. The greatest nation on Earth. Never has a nation been so great, so prosperous, so powerful and so wealthy, and used it for so much good. When natural disasters strike, the world calls for the United States of America. When rogue nations invade neighboring nations, Lady Liberty goes into action and the full might of the world’s strongest military responds.
The men and women of our armed services are willing to sacrifice, suffer and lay down their lives for us. To truly understand their ethos, I want to share their creed with you. While they each have their own, which is unique to their service, I have chosen that of our longest standing branch, the United States Army:
Soldier’s Creed:
I am an American Soldier.
I am a warrior and a member of a team.
I serve the people of the United States, and live the Army Values.
I will always place the mission first.
I will never accept defeat. I will never quit.
I will never leave a fallen comrade.
I am disciplined, physically and mentally tough, trained and proficient in my warrior tasks and drills.
I always maintain my arms, my equipment and myself.
I am an expert and I am a professional.
I stand ready to deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of America in close combat.
I am a guardian of freedom and the American way of life.
I am an American Soldier.
Please join me in thanking all the men and women of the United States armed services.
God Bless AMERICA!
-Chad
SARATOGA SPRINGS —The Food Pantry at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is open and well-stocked with many great items! St. Paul’s regular pantry hours are Wednesdays from 4:30-6 p.m. and Thursdays from 11 a.m.-Noon.
Thanks to the generosity of the neighboring community, congregation members, and the families of St. Paul’s Christian Childhood Center, a late-October food drive was a great success. Nearly 1,400 non-perishable food items were collected, and are now ready to be distributed.
While St. Paul’s Food Pantry is available year round, a special effort is made to provide “Thanksgiving Baskets” to anyone who is food insecure. Each basket contains stuffing, potatoes, vegetables, cranberries, sweet potatoes, desserts and more! Contact Deacon April Dreher at 518-584-0904, ext. 6 before November 11 to request a Thanksgiving Basket. Baskets will be available for pick up at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church located at 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs on Nov. 18 from 4:30-6 p.m.
