Saratoga Springs — Henry Johnson, Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Saratoga Springs, NY at the age of 92 with his family by his side.  He was born to parents Vaner (Nuppa) and Ina Johnson, on 17 December 1928 in Barnstable, MA. He lived a very rich and full life. The son of immigrant Finnish cranberry farmers from Cape Cod; Henry worked his way through Engineering school at Northeastern University in Boston and became the first in his family to attend and complete college. He was also one of the first graduates of the prestigious Co-op Engineering Program at NU and landed a position with General Electric upon graduation. He had a very successful 35 year career with GE; ending with positions as Manager of Manufacturing in Schenectady, NY and Plant Manager in Portland, Maine. His greatest success with GE; however, came when he met the love of his life Alexandra who worked with him at the GE plant in Philadelphia, PA. 

After retirement, he was on loan from GE to the State of NY Corrections as a manufacturing consultant where he was instrumental in having the department turn a profit for the first time. Later he was appointed Commissioner of Corrections. 

Henry was an excellent athlete and enjoyed sports throughout his life. He was a prolific “knuckleball” pitcher as a youth in the Cape Cod baseball league. At GE; he was a cagey paddleball opponent for anyone willing to take him on. Henry became involved in the harness horse racing business starting in the 1960’s. He and wife Sandy enjoyed this together for over 40 years and travelled throughout the northeast following their “stable.” He and Sandy were active in all aspects of the sport they loved. Over the years Henry owned, bred, trained, and drove Standardbred horses. Henry thoroughly enjoyed the characters and camaraderie of the horse business and made many friends; most importantly his long-time trainer Sean Campbell and wife Carolyn.   

Henry had many interests which included boating, gardening, travel, and his family. He and Sandy were also diehard Boston Red Sox fans. They often stayed up together to the wee hours watching the game and rooting for the desired outcome. The tone of the next day sometime hinged on how the Sox fared the night before! 

Henry is survived by his wife of 52 years and true soulmate Alexandra who supported him through difficult times until his passing. He is also survived by his daughter Cheryl and three sons; Robley, Henry, Jr., (wife Patricia), and Peter (wife Becky). He also leaves two grandsons Jacob and Kyle (wife Tuanny), a granddaughter Stephanie (partner Jose) and a great grandson Dylan. In addition, Henry leaves numerous nieces and nephews and their families. 

Funeral services were held for Henry on Monday, May 3, 2021at Christ The Savior Orthodox Church, Ballston Lake, NY. Visitation took place the following day at Wareham Village Funeral Home, Wareham, MA. Burial took place in Agawam Cemetery.

Memorial donation can me bade in honor of Henry to Christ The Savior Church, PO Box 1393, Ballston Lake, NY 12019.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.

GANSEVOORT — Ciro Anthony Magliulo, age 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 30, 2021 at his residence in Shelly Park, Gansevoort with his family by his side.

He was born on February 16, 1930 in Brooklyn, son of the late Guiseppe Magliulo and Carmela Buono Magliulo. 

Ciro grew up in Brooklyn and had numerous jobs starting at the age of 9 when he worked as a shoeshine boy. Ciro went on to operate an ice cream truck, worked as a cutter in the Garment District and as an aide at Kings County Hospital Mental Health Unit. Ciro then owned and operated a Lawn Mower and Bike Shop in Centereach, LI during the day while refinishing floors in the evenings.

Ciro was an experienced builder who built St. Andrews Episcopal Church and Rectory in Centereach, NY, which was one of his proudest accomplishments.

In 1969, he moved his large family to Lake Luzerne, NY where Ciro owned and operated Rocky Ridge Dude Ranch. He later converted the ranch into Ciro’s Restaurant and several years after that he converted the barn from the ranch into a beautiful home where he and his wife Doreen, resided for 28 years.

Ciro and his wife Doreen retired from the restaurant business and started their craft business, Mountain Lakes Pewter in 1984 and they traveled the Northeast Craft Show Circuit until 1996 where they met and made many new friends.

In 2011, they sold their home in Lake Luzerne and moved to Shelly Park in Gansevoort where they enjoyed many good times with neighbors and new friends at the Senior Center participating in pot-luck dinners, card games and other enjoyable activities. 

Ciro continued to be an exceptional chef who loved to cook his homemade Italian recipes for his family, friends, and neighbors.

Ciro is survived by his wife of 48 years, Doreen Magliulo; sons, Joseph Magliulo (Jeanne), Ciro II Magliulo (Pauline), Theodore Magliulo; daughters, Laura Bulman (Terry), Sharon Magliulo, Jeraldine Magliulo; step-son Doug Moore (Sandra), David Moore (Michele); step-daughter, Susan Halstead (Jeffrey); sister, Christina Nelson; grandchildren, Karl Mueller, Christopher Hunt, Sean and Megan Bulman, Anthony and Joseph (Stephanie) Magliulo, Patric Riley, Sherry Magliulo, Vincent Magliulo, Aimee Magliulo, Bradley Nagle (Michaela Rahimi), Antonia and Elizabeth Moore, Christopher Moore (Holly), Stephen Moore (Jenny), Alison Forster (Jimmy); and his great-grandchildren, Justin Mueller, Andrew Mueller, Josh Mueller, Kadence Magliulo, Edward Magliulo, Angus Moore, and Daniel Moore.

 He is preceded in death by his daughter Linda Magliulo, and his four sisters and two brothers.

A funeral service will be held at 2:15 p.m. on Saturday, May 8, at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs. Family and friends may call at the funeral home from 12-2 p.m. prior to the service.

Due to the ongoing public health concerns of COVID-19, social distancing as well as mandatory wearing of a face mask is required.

For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

PORTER CORNERS — Debra Carter, age 64, passed away on Monday, May 3, 2021 at St. Peter’s Hospital surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 16, 1956 in Saratoga Springs, the daughter of James and Elsie Snell Ebert.

Debra graduated from Saratoga Springs High School. After marrying William Carter and starting their family she went to work for Saratoga County for 25 years and retired from the clerk’s office. Mom was a DIY (Do-it-yourself) Queen; she also loved to go bowling and shopping. But most of all Debra enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her mother, Elsie Ebert; son, William T. Carter Jr. (Christine); daughter, Colleen Biddle (Brian); brother, Michael Ebert (Marci); brothers-in-law, Jimmy Carter (Sherri), and Jerry Carter (Pam); sister-in-law, Eileen Dingman (Mike); granddaughter, Alyssa Biddle, and her many nieces, nephews and friends who will miss her dearly.

She is preceded in death by her husband, William Carter Sr., father, James Ebert, and brother Vincent Edward.

A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, May 11 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave. in Saratoga Springs.

Family and friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs. Interment will be at North Milton Cemetery, North Milton Rd, Saratoga Springs, following the service on May 11.

In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Debra can be made to American Heart Association: heart.org

For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Early in the morning of April 13, 2021, Normalee Steele was called home to be with the Lord. Services are private. Memorial donations to Victory Bible Baptist Church in honor of Normalee, a founder of the church, or Alpha Bravo Canine in Philadelphia, PA. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Eugene A. Sirianni, of 25 Saratoga Circle, died April 28, 2021 with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife Judy, sons Nicholas and Michael, daughter Jennifer, brother Anthony (Ann), three grandchildren, a great-grandson and extended family members. Gene’s family will celebrate his life privately.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — On Friday, April 23, 2021, Alfred Edward Sager, loving father, grandfather, and partner, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 in Saratoga Springs, NY. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

WILTON — Spc. Abigail Rose “Abby” Jenks, 20, of Challedon Drive, died Monday, April 19, 2021 during a static line training jump from a helicopter. She was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC. For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

PROVIDENCE, RI — With great sadness we regret to announce Vincent “Vin” Ely Isaac, 19, on the evening of April 23, 2021 unexpectedly gained his wings in Providence, Rhode Island at his shared home with his fiancée. For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

Saratoga Springs, NY – Richard Earl Robenstein of Saratoga Springs died suddenly on April 13, 2021. Born in Hackensack, NJ he was the son of the late Richard A Robenstein and Marguerite Earl Robenstein. He graduated from Northern Regional High School in 1967. He began his successful nuclear career in the US Navy. He held a BS degree in Mechanical Engineering. When leaving the Navy he went to work for Westinghouse in Pittsburgh, PA.  After leaving Westinghouse he moved on to become Vice President of ECI, forming a nuclear training division. After a few years he formed his own very successful nuclear consulting firm ETC/ETCI and finishing his career at Entergy Corporation.

Rich loved most of all spending time with his family. He enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, and golfing. He was an active member of the Ballston Spa Elks Lodge #2619. While in the Elks he served as the Veterans Chair.  A committee very dear to his heart.

Besides his parents he was predeceased by his brother Randolph Earl Robenstein and a sister Rita Ellen Robenstein Procter.

Survivors include his loving and devoted wife of 52 years Candyce Haley Robenstein, two sons Richard Earl Robenstein II and Christopher Earl Robenstein, grandsons Richard Earl Robenstein III, Tyler Jacob Robenstein and Connor Ryan Robenstein.

 A memorial service will be celebrated at the Historic Church of St Peter’s on Saturday May 1, 2021 at 11 AM. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave.  Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing& Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs.

Memorials may be made in his name to Church of St. Peter 241 Broadway Saratoga Springs NY 12866 or Ballston Spa Elks #2619 10 Hamilton St. Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

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

WILTON — Spc. Abigail Rose “Abby” Jenks, 20, of Challedon Drive, died Monday, April 19, 2021 during a static line training jump from a helicopter. She was a member of the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC.

Born on November 18, 2000 in Pensacola, FL, Abby was the daughter of Mary Jenks and Anthony Taglianetti. She grew up in the Greenfield-Saratoga area. Abby participated in 4-H and had a passion for animals.

She was a 2018 graduate of Saratoga Springs High School and then enlisted in the US Army. She was a fire support specialist serving as a forward observer with the brigade’s Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 1st Battalion, 319th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment. “Spc. Abigail Jenks was a creative, hardworking, and confident paratrooper,” said Army Capt. Brian Norman, who commanded Jenks’ artillery battery. “Her love for art, animals, and her friends reverberated wherever she worked, (and) her compassion for fellow paratroopers will be truly missed.” She was an accomplished artist and tattoo artist.

Abby was engaged to be married to her Fiancé Sgt. Shane Allen Warren Grant of Fort Bragg, NC.