SARATOGA SPRINGS — Erin McAllister, 54, passed away unexpectedly on September 26, 2022 in the Saratoga Hospital. She was the daughter of Brian and Carolyn (Cameron) McAllister.

Erin worked for State Farm in Malta and the Washington County Fair Grounds for many years and made life-long friends along the way.

She loved her work and volunteering at the Saratoga ELKS Lodge #161 Fraternal Order of Eagles, and the VFW of Saratoga, South Glens Falls, and Sunbury PA. She wanted to help anyone and everyone in need. She was a kind and caring soul who loved to dance. She had a passion for food and cooking and enjoyed spending time with friends and family. Erin could often be seen wearing her Yankees or Syracuse gear to support her favorite teams.

Erin is survived by her daughter Kassondra Doty, sons, Paul McAllister, and Ryan Smith; granddaughter Nicole “Nikki” McAllister; her sisters; Beth McAllister, Holly Polski, and Melissa McAllister; brother, Brian McAllister. Also survived by her long-time friend and loved one Bernie Mucitelli.

 She is predeceased by her sister Regina McAllister-Gemmett, and her cocker spaniel, Chloe.

A memorial service will be held from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, October 9, 2022 at the Saratoga Elks Lodge #161, 1 Elks Lane, Saratoga Springs.

Erin’s arrangements are under the care of the Jillson Funeral Home Inc., 46 Williams St., Whitehall, NY. 

Online condolences may be made at jillsonfuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — At long last, Joe and Tom are having the long-awaited memorial service for Mom Theresa. 

It will be on Thursday, October 20, 2022. 

There will be a memorial mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.

The mass will be followed by a reception from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Parting Glass Restaurant, 40 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs.

If you are unable to attend in person, the service will be livestreamed on the St. Clement’s Church FaceBook page. You do not need to be a member of Facebook to watch the video. 

If you cannot watch at the time of the event, it will be saved for later viewing at the same location.

Directions for livestream are below: 

Click on this link: St. Clement’s Church or go to your browser and type stclementschurch.com. Then click on the large brown circle at the top of the page which says, Facebook Livestream. Then click on the word Videos in the strip below the picture. Then you will be able to watch the livestream as it occurs.

If there is no sound, look at the small speaker icon in the bottom right corner of the video window. If it has an “X” on it, click on the icon and the “X” will go away and the sound will be turned on.

If it is before 10 a.m., the video will not have started yet, but it will start automatically when the livestream cameras are activated.

To watch later, go to the same webpage and search the videos below for the correct one and click on it. It will start to play. You may need to unmute again. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS —It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Joshua M. Nielson shares that he lost his struggle with depression on September 30, 2022. Born on November 16, 1988 in Warren, PA, he moved to Saratoga Springs at the age of 3. Joshua attended Saratoga Springs High School and continued his education at SUNY Purchase where he assisted in creating the men’s swim team. 

Trained as an Emergency Medical Technician, Joshua furthered his career at Saratoga Hospital for many years. He served countless members of our community as Hospital Security and most recently as an Emergency Room Technician. Josh was a kind, sensitive, empathetic and compassionate soul to all that crossed paths with him. His laughter would fill the room and he found great joy in being outdoors. His list of many interests included painting, playing the guitar, swimming and jujitsu. 

Joshua was an exceptional son, brother and friend. He is survived by his mother Rene Nielson, father Robert (Judy) Nielson, brother Tyler Nielson and many loving family and friends. He will be missed by his two four-legged furry friends Alex and Thor, but will reunite with his beloved cat, Gary. 

Calling hours to be held on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 4 – 6 p.m. at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. A funeral home service will be celebrated at 6 p.m. by Richard Hoffman.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Josh’s name to The Saratoga Hospital Community Health Center (24 Hamilton St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 ), Saratoga County Animal Shelter (6010 County Farm Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020  or American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (199 Water Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY 10038: afsp.org)

Saratoga Springs/ Ridgecrest, CA — Sandra Lee (Baer) Bozony, formerly of Saratoga Springs and Ridgecrest, CA, on September 23, 2022, unwillingly returned her soul to its maker. 

She leaves behind husband John Payne Bozony, and two well-raised sons, John Michael Bozony and James Richard Bozony, both of Lynnwood, WA. She loved to say that she raised them on the naturally flowing mineral waters of Saratoga. Sandra outlived her two brothers Richard S. Lein of Walsenburg, CO, and Ricky Lein of Saratoga Springs. She was a retiree of the Naval Weapons Center, China Lake, CA. An avid needle crafter, her hands were always working. She loved and collected Koala Bears.

She was married to John P. Bozony for 59 years. Sandi was a loving and caring blessing all of her 83 years. Upon husband John’s passing, they will be interred together at the National Cemetery in Chattanooga, TN.

Final arrangements are being handled by Companion Funeral and Cremation Service, Cleveland Chapel. You are invited to leave warm words of comfort and precious memories for the family in our online guestbook.

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