SARATOGA SPRINGS — Michael R. Maki, age 51, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at home with his family by his side. Michael was born on August 11, 1969, son of the late Robert J. Maki, Sr. 

Mike was employed with Spa Moving for many years. He was an avid NY Giants fan and loved to fish and play golf. Your smile will always warm our hearts because we know you are only away…not gone.

Mike is survived by his wife, Chrissy Maki; his mom, Rose Travis; twin brother, Joseph Maki and brother, Donald Pratt, all from Saratoga Springs. Two sisters, Esther Stanton from Porter Corners and Sherry Maki from Fulton, NY. Two stepsons, Steven Sherlin and his partner Megan Roland, and Joshua Sherlin. Also, his grandson Noah, who he loved beyond words…and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his two brothers, Robert (Jim) Maki Jr., and Edward D. Pratt.

Burial will be held at a later date in the spring at Riverside Cemetery, Oswego NY.

A celebration of life will be planned for a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Michael’s name to the Saratoga Community Hospice, as the family was thankful for the love and support from the nurses and staff. 

WILTON — Michael J. Cahill, 24, passed away Sat., Feb. 6, 2021 after a snowboarding accident. Relatives and friends may call from 3:30 to 7 p.m. on Fri., Feb. 12, 2021 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass will be at St. Peter’s Church on Sat., Feb. 13 at 10 a.m. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

GREENFIELD CENTER — Judy A. Schmidt, nee Turney, passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2021 after a long illness. Judy was a joyous person who enjoyed large gatherings of her family and friends and was the life of the party. Funeral services will be spring of 2021. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Edward “Ned” Joseph Minahan, 82, passed away January 5, 2021. No calling hours. Mass of Christian Burial will be April 30, 2021 at the historic Church of St. Peter. Burial with military honors will follow at Saratoga National Cemetery. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

ANNAPOLIS — Jamie Lee Glagov, 30, passed away peacefully at her home in Annapolis Maryland on December 11, 2020.

She is survived by her parents, David and Deborah Simpson Glagov of Saratoga Springs and her sister, Dr. Jessica Glagov Faulkner and her husband Kyle of Saratoga Lake. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins all of whom she loved very much. She is predeceased by her grandparents, Rudie Lee and June Rose Simpson, Jr. of Norfolk, VA and Lester and Rosalie Glagov, formerly of Saratoga Springs.

Jamie was born on 02/17/90 and grew up in Saratoga Springs where she attended Lake Avenue Elementary School, Saratoga Springs Middle School and High School and made many friends. She enjoyed playing soccer for Clifton Park Premier Soccer Club for many years and made many lasting memories with her extended soccer family. Jamie worked as a snowboard instructor at Okemo Mountain Resort in Vermont and as waitstaff at Forno Bistro and Pasta Pane while living in Saratoga. She relocated to Wilmington, NC with a few of her friends after she received an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Adirondack Community College in 2010. In Wilmington she worked as waitstaff at Brasserie du Soleil. While there she earned her Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of North Carolina – Wilmington Cameron School of Business in Business Administration in 2014. 

After graduating from UNC-W, she relocated to Norfolk, VA to work for Office Furniture Outlet. After a few years, she relocated to Annapolis, MD to work for Installnet International, Inc. where she found her true work calling as a Project Manager. She loved her work, she loved her employer, and she loved her extended Installnet family.

Jamie is remembered for her love of life, her devotion to her friends and her cat (Don Draper), her humor, her honesty, but mostly for her genuine appreciation of all the good things that life had given to her. Jamie will be missed by her family and friends forever. 

In honor of Jamie’s memory, “pay it forward” and do something kind for someone, connect with friends that you have not seen in a while, adopt a pet, be friendly and smile, that’s what Jamie would want. Online condolences may be made at www.LastingTributesFuneralCare.com

WILTON — Larry W. DeVaney, “The Duke,” passed away peacefully Sunday, January 24, 2021 at Saratoga Hospital. He was 70. 

Born on November 26, 1950 in Gary, IN, he was the son of the late Patricia Kalember and Harold DeVaney. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his son Larry DeVaney II and brother Harold “Buddy” DeVaney Jr.

Raised in Northwest Indiana, Larry went on to attend the prestigious Culver Military Academy graduating with honors in 1969. Larry would go on to attend Valparaiso University. 

Larry had a long, distinguished career that spanned over 30 years with Metlife Auto & Home. Larry retired in 2012 as a Full Vice President and Executive Officer of the firm. He became a mentor to many in the field and will always be remembered and respected for his business intellect and leadership skills. He is fondly remembered by many colleagues, not only for helping shape their careers, but for the respect and sincerity he displayed in his daily interactions. Larry truly loved his chosen career and the opportunity it provided to travel the country visiting 48 of 50 states. 

Larry thoroughly enjoyed cooking for his family, spending time with his grandchildren and torturing himself as a lifelong Notre Dame football fan, attending many home games while living in Indiana. After moving to Saratoga Springs in 1991, he found a love of horse racing at the historic Saratoga Flat Track, often bringing family, friends and colleagues to enjoy the fun. 

After retiring Larry and his wife Joan pursued their love of travel and spent winters in their second home in Las Vegas which made it easy to drive and enjoy many places out west. 

Larry will be most remembered for his generosity and kindness that extended far beyond his family, this included friends, co-workers to mere acquaintances. 

Survivors include his loving wife of 20 years, Joan DeVaney of Wilton; his 3 children, Jamie (Marco) DeVaney, Heather Wolfe, Randall (Meredith) DeVaney; stepdaughter Cassandra Reilly; 4 grandchildren, Emma, Ryan, Evan and Charlotte; 2 brothers Randy (Janet) DeVaney, Terry (Deborah) DeVaney and former wife, Bridget DeVaney. Larry also is survived by several nieces and nephews who he loved dearly. 

Due the current situation with Covid-19, there will be a private family service. A celebration of life will be planned for summer of 2021. 

For those who wish, please consider a donation in Larry’s honor to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd. Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 or woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — John Leon Riley, 87, died suddenly at home on January 30, 2021. He was born October 11, 1933 in Watkins Glen, NY, to the late Myron and Ruth Everingham Riley. He graduated from Watkins Glen High School, and from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Architecture degree.

After graduating from Cornell, he had a long career in architecture, becoming a partner in the firm Russell, Gibson, vonDohlen located in West Hartford, CT, designing many schools, churches, and office buildings. He pursued his lifelong interest in music by serving first on the board of The Hartford Symphony Orchestra and later the board of the Albany Symphony Orchestra. He was a loyal alumnus of Cornell, serving on the Cornell University Council and the Advisory Committee for the College of Architecture, Arts, and Planning.

Wherever he went, he was well-respected and well-liked. He had a love of the great outdoors, from boating as a child on Seneca Lake to sailing on Sebago Lake in Maine. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, canoeing, hiking, and skiing. He built his own Adirondack guide boat after moving to Saratoga Springs.

He is survived by his wife, Almeda (A.C.) (Church Dake) Riley; his children, Alison Riley-Clark (Tom – deceased), Kagan Wolfe, and Susan Shelby (Evan); their children Emily, Stephen, and Brenden Clark and Dylan Shelby; stepchildren Laura Dake Roche (John), Gary Dake (Aimee), Glen Dake, and Renee Dake Wilson (Brian); their children Morgan, Will, and Carolyn Roche, Charlie (Brigid) and Zak (Desiree) Dake, and Silas, Collette, and Vaughn Wilson; and great grandchildren Eve and Lily Dake.

Along with his parents, he was pre-deceased by his first wife, Carolyn Dudley Riley and son David Riley.

Due to Covid, services will be at the convenience of the family at a later time. Memorial gifts may be made to The Wesley Foundation, 131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or the Saratoga Hospital Foundation, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Richard Earle Mealy, 69, died January 15, 2021 at Saratoga Hospital following a long illness. His family will be hosting a celebration of life at Lake George this summer to honor his memory. He will be greatly missed. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Betty (Boyer) Platt, 98, passed away January 29, 2021. Private service was held at Burke Funeral Home. Burial with military honors was also private at The Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial donations to Community Hospice or Saratoga Hospital. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Beatrice Smith Braim, 86, passed away on January 31, 2021 peacefully alongside loving family. Due to COVID restrictions, services will be private.Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.