GREENFIELD CENTER —John R. Relyea, age 69, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on February 19, 1955, in Saratoga Springs, NY, John was the beloved son of the late John A. Relyea and Florence E. Pratt Relyea. He spent many years as a respected plumber with the Local 773 Union in Glens Falls, earning a reputation for his dedication and hard work.

John loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed weekend car rides with his two sisters exploring Vermont and the North Country. He was also affectionately known as a member of the Grumpy Old Man Club. As an enthusiastic outdoorsman, he embraced the activities of every season. His happiest times were spent riding his Harley, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, boating or relaxing at the cabin. His love for music and his vibrant personality always made him the life of the party.

John is survived by his son, Jeremy Relyea (Samantha); his daughters, Kristen Marotta (Joseph) and Eryn DuMoulin (Tyrel Hempstead); his sisters, Lisa Marshall (Raymond Alguire) and Nancy Engestrom (Richard); his grandchildren, Natalie Relyea, Keeley Marotta, Cole Marotta, Hudson Marotta, Hunter DuMoulin, Layla DuMoulin, Cameron Kenny and Tyler Lally; great-grandson Lane Clements; as well as many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly.

There will be a church service at The First Baptist Church of Saratoga, 45 Washington Street, Saratoga Springs on July 27th at 10 a.m.  A Celebration of Life will be held on July 27th at 2 p.m. at Jeremy Relyea’s home. 

Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc., located at 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 

Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

MIDDLE GROVE —Rosemary Munter (Lane), 83, passed peacefully June 30, 2024 surrounded by her caring husband and loving family. Celebration of Life at The Saratoga Winery (462 Rt 29, Saratoga Springs) on July 5, 12 – 4 p.m. Memorial donations to the Franklin Community Center, the Saratoga Hospital Foundation or The Wesley Community.  www.burkefuneralhome.com. 

ALBANY, NY — Donna Anne Lindheimer peacefully passed on June 26, 2024.  Family celebrated Donna’s life on Sunday, June 30.  Viewing commenced from 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. with a service immediately thereafter, at Burke Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway.  Remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Joan Dancker, 95, of Saratoga Springs, and formerly of New Jersey, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2024 in Saratoga Springs.

The daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Mason, Joan was born on August 2, 1928 in Englewood, New Jersey. She lived her entire life in New Jersey before relocating to Saratoga Springs in 2017 to be close to her family. As a young adult, Joan was a secretary at the Bible Society and then Wedgewood in NYC. She enjoyed tennis and loved to travel. Joan was active in her church and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need. 

Joan was the devoted wife of 59 years to the late Paul Dancker, he passed away in 2009.

Loving mother to one surviving daughter, Nancy (Steve) Hovey of Saratoga Springs, cherished grandmother to Courtney (Chris) Keller and Megan (Ben) Morrow, and great-grandmother to Rylan, Hadley and Beckett Keller, Annie and Emilia Morrow. Dearest sister to one surviving younger sister Anne Colburn.

In addition to her parents and husband, Joan was predeceased by two siblings, her brother William Mason and her sister Elizabeth Buechli.

Cremation has taken place through the care of Simple Choices, Inc. Joan’s family will honor her memory in private.

The Family extends their gratitude to the Staff of Wesley Health Center and Community Hospice for their compassion and care for Joan during her final days. Special thanks to Joan’s granddaughters and their families for loving and caring for her to the end.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family, online at: SimpleChoicesCremation.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Luke Tallman, age 35, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2024.  At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time.  For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Eleanor Paterson, age 84, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024.  At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service at this time.  For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

SOUTH GLENS FALLS — Gary Robert Simzer, age 83, passed from this life into eternity on Sunday, June 23, 2024.  In accordance with Gary’s wishes, there will be no calling hours.  The funeral service will be private as requested by the family. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

TROY — Michael Anthony (Peanut) Burnett, 64, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024 at St. Peter’s hospital after a long illness. Viewing was private. Burial took place June 27 at Maplewood Cemetery. A celebration of life will be scheduled at a later date. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Dawn J. McMahon, 88, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, at Wesley Nursing Home, after spending her last 25 years living at Embury Apartments on the Wesley campus. She was born in Oneida, New York on January 20, 1936 to Ralph Urben and Bernice Bea Bouveau. She moved to Saratoga Springs as a young teenager and loved the city where she would grow up. She attended St. Clement’s and St. Peter’s schools. She would marry and have four children at a young age, and was always a proud and devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved the house on Nelson Avenue where she spent most of her life, and would often make treats for many of the neighborhood kids that would come around to play with her own children. After raising her children, she decided to take classes at the local Saratoga BOCES to start her own cosmetology career, of which she was so proud. She still loved working with children and was a much- loved teacher’s aide in the Saratoga Springs City School system for several years. She would later meet and marry a man with whom she would spend the remaining years of her life, traveling to Florida and finally settling in the apartment that she loved on the top floor of the Embury East tower, where she enjoyed the fantastic view over the city that she cherished and knew so well.

She is predeceased by her husband, Patrick McMahon (April 2012); her brother, Bruce Urben (April 2023); her oldest daughter, Michelle (Nichols) Meisburger (January 2017); and her grandson, Shawn Nichols (September 1992). 

She is survived by her son, Michael (Robin) Nichols of Wilton; her daughter, Melody (John) Jaenisch of Florida; and her son, Mark Holiday of Saratoga Springs. She is also survived by her granddaughters, Miranda (Frank) Luman and Ariana Scheidt, both of South Glens Falls; grandsons, Peter (Samantha) Meisburger of Ballston Spa; Eric (Jessie) Nichols of Ft. Edward; David (Caitlin) Nichols of Hudson Falls; and Ryan Nichols of Union City, New Jersey; as well as great-grandchildren, Brandin Luman, Raygen Luman and Graham Meisburger.

Relatives and friends are invited to call from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3 at William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY, with a celebration of life to immediately follow at Italian-American Club (ITAM) at 247 Grand Avenue. 

Burial at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Rd, Schuylerville, NY, will be held later this summer, where she will be buried with her husband Patrick, a veteran of the Korean War. 

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

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Joseph B. Farrington, Sr., 94, passed peacefully with his daughters by his side June 13, 2024. Calling hours were June 18 at Burke Funeral Home where members of the Knights of Columbus and AOH met. Mass was June 19 at St. Clement’s followed by burial in St. Peter’s cemetery. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.