WILTON — Luraine A. Burnett, age 79, passed away on August 15, 2023 at St. Peter’s Hospital after a brief illness.

She was born on September 25, 1943 in Bennington, VT to the late Frank Ruggles and Mabel (Brimmer) Ruggles.

Luraine worked at Wesley Health Care Center as a CNA for many years. She enjoyed playing Texas Holdem and spending time with family and friends especially her grandchildren and great- granddaughters.

Luraine is survived by her sons, Russell Burnett (Catherine) and Timothy Burnett (Lisa Gaudette); step-daughter, Michelle Lewis (Meriwether); grandchildren, Ashley (Dan) Eckert, Christopher Burnett (Emily Moses), Sarah Burnett; great-granddaughters, Mackenzie Marvin and Chloe Eckert; her brothers, Sam Ruggles of Hebron and John (Shirley) Ruggles of Cambridge; her sister, Frannie (Butch) Ormsbee of St. Bernards Bay; step-sister, Cathy O’Neil of Pennsylvania as well as several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Norman Burnett; granddaughter, Jean “Beaner” Burnett, and her longtime companion, John “Jack” Matuszewski; her parents, Hamilton and Emily DeYoe as well as several brothers and sisters.

At the request of the family, there will be no calling hours or service at this time. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to The Greenfield Center Food Pantry, PO Box 10, Greenfield Center, NY 12833.

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

Condolences may be shared at compassionatefuneralcare.com

August 10, 2023. Cynthia’s zest for life and her radiant presence touched everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Born on March 30, 1955, in Longview, Texas to E. Taylor and Virginia (Cattlet) Spence, she is predeceased by her parents and brothers, Dale and Mike Spence. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Guy Cervera of Malta, NY, her cherished daughter, Felicia Cervera of Charlton, NY, and her adored extended family.

Cynthia’s education began at Robert E. Lee High School in Tyler, Texas, and continued at Tyler Junior College. Following her graduation, Cynthia pursued a career in the advertising industry; she eventually became a traffic manager in radio television in Houston, Dallas, TX and Buffalo, NY. It was during her tenure in Beaumont, Texas, where she met the love of her life, Guy Cervera. Shortly after meeting, they embarked on their 43-year-long marriage of love, adventure and family.

For the past 35 years, she devoted herself to their computer software business, working alongside her husband with pride. Despite her professional accomplishments, Cynthia often stated that her most important job was being a mother to her daughter, Felicia.

Cynthia’s interests were as diverse and vibrant as her personality. She was a talented writer, and her beautiful poems were published. She enjoyed going to the Saratoga Race Course with her family and friends, she luckily lived less than 2 miles away. Over the years, she and Guy became friends with many horse trainers, jockeys, and track workers. Cynthia was known for her fashion style and bright personality that could truly light up any room.

Despite her Texan roots, Cynthia became quite the accomplished Italian cook, learning from Guy’s mother, Jean, and his grandmother, Marguerite. Cynthia and Guy’s love for travel and music provided many memorable moments, and Cynthia’s love for dancing will be remembered. She loved life intensely and surrounded herself with her favorite people as much as possible. Her favorite person was her daughter, Felicia, with whom she shared a remarkably close bond. Their love for restaurant dining and shopping provided many occasions for quality time together.

Cynthia A. Cervera’s life serves as a reminder to live life to its fullest. Her spirited nature, loving heart, and creative soul will be remembered and celebrated by all those who were fortunate enough to know her.

Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the DeMarco family at Glenville Funeral Home. Cynthia is laid to rest at Island Hill Cemetery in Buskirk, NY.

Condolences may be made at glenvillefuneralhome.com