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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Judith Kay Scoggins, 81, passed Wednesday 12/29/2021. Memorial donations to Shelters of Saratoga (sheltersofsaratoga.org) or The Franklin Community Center (franklincommunitycenter.org). A Mass will be Friday 1/14/2022 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Clements Church, watch livestream at www.stclementschurch.com, click “Facebook Livestream.” Burial will be private. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.
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SARATOGA SPRINGS – Betsy A. (Watrous) Pasinella, 74, beloved wife of nearly 20 years to Al Pasinella, passed Thursday, December 23, 2021. A private memorial service and celebration of life will be held Spring of 2022 in Chester, CT. Memorial donations to Chester Historical Society, PO Box 204 Chester, CT. 06412. burkefuneralhome.com
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MECHANICVILLE — Carmine “Carm” James DeCrescente Sr., the second-generation former president of DeCrescente Distributing Co, has passed away at 94 due to complications from COVID-19.
Carm DeCrescente served in the U.S. Navy during World War II after graduating from Mechanicville High School. In 1948 he started working for the family business alongside his father, Angelo DeCrescente, growing the beverage supplier to 11 million cases per year through 20-plus acquisitions.
Carm DeCrescente saw consolidation as the future of beer distribution. Through 22 acquisitions starting in 1986, the DeCrescente’s purchased small and large competitors, including Saratoga Spring Water and Arizona teas, to expand the company beyond traditional beer.
His son, C.J, has been running the business since 1997, but he has left behind many important philosophies and lessons about company culture, work ethic, and investments.
Throughout the years Carm DeCrescente quietly donated to several charities. He was also a musician, playing the saxophone and clarinet at local restaurants, private golf clubs, and bars for many years.
Carm DeCrescente was predeceased by his wife and business advisor of 60 years, Mary Cicchinelli, and his son Leo John Boyland. He is survived by his son C.J. DeCrescente Jr. and his wife Marybeth; sister Angela “Babe” Dugan; grandchildren Jessica Aiezza, Carmine DeCrescente III, Matthew DeCrescente, and Payton DeCrescente; and five great-grandchildren.
A private burial with military honors will be held in the family plot at St. Paul’s Cemetery.
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GREENFIELD CENTER — George Potter died on December 4. A funeral service was held December 8th at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs. Interment was held at Middle Grove Cemetery, 400 Middle Grove Rd, Greenfield Center, NY 12833. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Colleen Ann Kirchhoff (Nana), died on December 9th. A funeral service was held on December 18th at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. Interment will be held at a later date in Queen of All Saints Cemetery. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
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STILLWATER — Charles Stephen (Chip) Lee, age 68, passed away on December 6th. A memorial celebration of Chip’s life was held on December 11th at Longfellows Inn and Restaurant, 500 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
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GANSEVOORT — Gerald “Jerry” O. Lawyer passed away on Monday, December 6th at the age of 80 surrounded by family. At the family’s request there will be no calling hours or service. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
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GANSEVOORT — James Buchholz, age 57, passed away on December 9th, 2021, at Saratoga Hospital. A funeral service was held on Friday, December 17 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.
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BUSKIRK — Gloria J. Abbott, age 75, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021, at her home in Buskirk, NY. The family will be having a private celebration of life. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
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SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gerald P. Hennigan, 88, passed peacefully on December 12 surrounded by family. Calling hours are 9-10 a.m., Monday December 20, 2021 followed by service at Burke Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will be at 11:30 a.m. at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Please visit www.burkefuneralhome.com
