BALLSTON SPA — John C. Weekly, Sr., 81, of Ballston Spa, passed unexpectedly on Friday, August 14, 2020 at St. Peter’s Hospital in Albany. 

He was born on January 8, 1939 in New York City, and was the son of the late Mildred (Watts) Wennersten and stepson of the late Nels Wennersten.

He was a graduate of Kingston High School, Class of 1958; he began his working career at Western Printing in Poughkeepsie, then was a manager for UPS in Albany NY. He retired from Bellevue Builders Supply of Rotterdam. 

He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, enjoyed golfing, bowling and will be remembered by many for coaching little league baseball. He was a lifelong NY Yankee and NY Giants fan. 

John was the husband of Dorothy (Eckert) Weekly, the love of his life, they married on February 14, 1960 and celebrated 60 years of marriage this past February. Together they raised a wonderful family, enjoyed going on vacation to Myrtle Beach and the Outer Banks, but most of all spending time with their family. 

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Deborah Leveille (Richard Sitts) of Greenfield Center, Susan Parks of South Weymouth, MA, Lisa (Alvin) Lunn of Red Hook, NY and John (Lori) Weekly, Jr. of Greenfield Center. He was the oldest of 10 children and is survived by Nels Wennersten, Mary Haight, Lynne Van Norstrand, Arlene Krikelis, Christine Godfrey and Margery Brink, brother and sister-in-law of Harry and Linda Hill, 13 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his siblings Jimmy, Pete and Dorothy.

Arrangements entrusted to Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, Kingston, NY the service will be private with burial in St. Remy Cemetery. 

For those who wish, contributions in John’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www.stjude.org 

A tribute for John may be found at www.KeyserFuneralService.com, where you may leave memories and expressions of sympathy for his family.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Donald Hill, 57 passed away peacefully on August 15, 2020 with his family by his side. Calling hours were Wednesday, August 19 at Burke Funeral Home. Burial is Saturday, August 22 at 11 a.m. at Woodlands Cemetery, Cambridge. Memorial donations can be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Daniel Comerford Robbins, 61, passed March 7, 2020. Calling hours 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 2020 at Burke Funeral Home Memorial donations to the Franklin Community Center, 10 Franklin St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or a charity of your choosing. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Harold “Tim” Roods Jr. passed Friday, August 14, 2020.  No services. Burial will be in Gurn Springs Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Tim was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, memorial donations may be made to their Fast Offering Fund. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

BALLSTON SPA — Pull over 2020, Neal is walking from here!  Neal L. Hastey, 75 passed peacefully August 6, 2020. Services will be at a later date. Donations to Ronald McDonald House or St Jude’s Children Hospital. Please pray for the repose of Neal’s soul. Peace. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Margaret T. Fazio died Tuesday, August 11, 2020. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 9 a.m. Friday, August 14 at St. Mary’s Church, 167 Milton Ave., Ballston Spa. Burial will follow at the family plot in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — George A. Moline, 95, of Saratoga Springs, beloved husband, companion and best friend of Jean, passed from this life on May 15, 2020 at the Home of the Good Shepard in Saratoga Springs. 

George was the devoted father of Erik (Gloria) of Biddeford, ME; Kristin Spitzinger (William) of Gray, ME; Kirk (Robin) of Wilton, NY; and Andrew (Judy) of Clifton Park, NY; Grandpa of Dawn, Jonathon, Anna, Jacob and Annika; Great-Grandpa of Thomas, Brady, Ava, Nora and Macy. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Marcella Rauker, his wife, Jean, his daughter, Kristin Spitzinger and his son, Erik Moline.

George volunteered in the Army Air Corps prior to graduating from Cambridge High School in 1943. He served as a B-29 navigator during WWII in the 382nd Very Heavy Bomb Group. He was commissioned a 2nd Lt. on active duty in 1944 and discharged in 1946. And, after the war, promoted to 1st Lt. in the Air Force Reserve until 1959.

On the GI Bill, he attended Gustavus Adophus College and the University of Minnesota, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 1949. He joined General Electric and worked 35 years during which time he held management positions in Engineering and Manufacturing in Turbine/Generator and several other departments and locations.

His volunteer work included Boy and Explorer Scouts, Indian Guides, Junior Achievement, United Way, and Church positions. And, most recently, proudly served in the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association and their Color Guard Squad.

George and Jean were communicants at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, and he was a member of the GE Elfun Society, Turbine Supervisors’ Assoc., Quarter Century Club, and Wood Butchers’ Carving Club.

George enjoyed woodworking, award-winning bird carving, leatherworking, walking, reading, fishing, traveling, model building, auto mechanics, stone masonry, geothermal heating and cooling, and was granted two U.S. Patents. His greatest pleasure was time spent with family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Interment, with Jean, will be at 12 p.m., Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery with full Military Honors. 

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 149 Lake Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

WELLSVILLE, NY — Barbara (“Tootie”) Ann Potter passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Wellsville, NY. Barb was born on April 13, 1920 in Canton, OH, and was the daughter of William and Maude Yerrick. She is predeceased by her parents, husband Vernon Potter, infant son Philip Potter, teenage son Stephen Potter, and brother William Yerrick.

Barb was raised and educated in Wellsville, a graduate of the Class of 1938. She worked at Davie’s Department Store, Bradley Producing Company, The First Trust Bank, as well as the family contracting business, R.S. Potter and Son. Barb was an active community member, serving in many positions. She was a lifelong member of the Girl Scouts, from scout to leader to Council President. She was also very active in the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, Monday Club, Grand Squares dancing club, and Jones Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Barb was a member of the United Methodist Church her entire life. Most of all, she was a very present and loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her family was her greatest pleasure; she got such a kick out of the young ones.

Barb married Vernon (“Punk”) Potter on October 16, 1944. She is survived by her daughter Pamela Gould (Craig) of Saratoga Springs her son James L. Potter (Judy Donovan, deceased) of Wellsville, her grandchildren Jenna Nafus (Matthew), Kimberly Leese (Michael), Taryn Burdge (Cory) and Adam Potter (Mary), as well as great-grandchildren Max and Lily Nafus, Mia and Tegan Leese, Gavin Outman, Ronan Burdge, and Kaleb Bryan. She also leaves several dear nieces and nephews. The family extends its deepest gratitude to the angels at both Manor Hills Assisted Living and Highland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center for their care and support. 

Family and friends gathered Wednesday, August 12 in the J.W. Embser Sons F.H. in Wellsville;  a funeral service was held with Elva Cornell presiding. Burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery, Wellsville, NY.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to either The David A. Howe Public Library, 155 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895, or The First United Methodist Church, 79 Madison Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com

Roy Richard Farrell

Saratoga Springs – Roy Richard Farrell, 83 passed away July 29, 2020 surrounded by his family. Private services were held 8/5/20 at Burke Funeral Home followed by burial with military honors at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to either the Alzheimer’s Association or to cancer research. Visit www.burkefuneralhome.com 

Michael J. Reardon

Ballston Spa – We are truly saddened by the untimely death of Michael J. Reardon, 52, on July 29, 2020. A graveside service will be at the St. Peter’s Cemetery on West Ave, Saratoga Friday, August 7, 2020 at 11 a.m. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com. Fly with the Angels “Mister.”