GREENFIELD — John “Jake” LaButta, age 73, passed away on July 25, 2021, at home, with his life partner Diane L McQuigge at his side. John was a co-owner/operator of Point Breeze Marina on Saratoga Lake with his best friend Tom Carringi for many years. For online condolences, please visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.
GLENVILLE — Earl K. Stewart, age 91 of Glenville, formerly of Queensbury, and Chatham, MA passed away peacefully with his family by his side on July 23, 2021. Memorial Service to be private at the convenience of the family. For online condolences, please visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.
WATERFORD — Amy Patricia Gilbert, age 51, passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021. A celebration of life was held on Friday, July 30, 2021, at The American Legion in Cohoes.For online condolences, please visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Stephen Sean DiGiovanni, 45, of Saratoga Springs died unexpectedly on July 26. There will be no services held but a Celebration of Life will be held at a later time. www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
BALLSTON SPA — Thomas Francis Corbett, 78, passed away on August 1, 2021, following a courageous battle with cancer. A private family celebration of life will be held later in 2021. Memorial donations to Saint Kateri Shrine in Fonda, NY (www.katerishrine.org). www.burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Jan Aitken Park, 77, passed July 21, 2021 with family by her side. She was laid to rest with her loving husband Robert at the Saratoga National Cemetery. Memorial was held July 21, 2021 followed by a day at the track. Memorial donations: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. www.burkefuneralhome.com
CHANDLER, AZ — Patricia Ann Ready-Grout, 86, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2021 at the Dobson Home.
Born in Saratoga Springs, on January 13, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Charles A. and Mabel H. (Hills) Ready.
Pat attended Saratoga High School graduating in the class of 1953 and then from Albany Business College. She also served in the Naval Reserves and was employed by BOCES until her retirement to Mesa, AZ. Pat loved traveling, camping and especially her little dog, Patches.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her husband, Don Grout, formerly of Colchester, VT.
A funeral home service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, August 2, 2021 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Home, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Burial will follow in the family plot in Greenridge Cemetery, Saratoga Springs.
Memorial donations in Pat’s name may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital: www.stjude.org/donate.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
BURGAW, NC — Robert Gerald DeMers, 77, passed peacefully October 27, 2020, surrounded by his family. He was born August 28, 1943, to the late George and Alice DeMers. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Carolyn DeMers. He is survived by his siblings George DeMers (Adele), Suzanne Christie, Darlene Snay (Tom), Karen Thomas, Debbie Simmons and mother of his children Thao Nguyen. Carrying on his spirit are his two long-haired metalhead sons, Robert DeMers (Amber), George DeMers (Brittany) and 3 grandchildren Robert, Dylan and Mia. The family is mourning the loss of a true warrior poet. Through his personal history of world travel and lifelong education, he taught us all the paths of reason and happiness. He was a man of many talents: teacher, actor, playwright, author, aircraft mechanic and a Vietnam veteran. He was a lover of mystery novels, movies, fine foods, wine and colorful jokes. He will be remembered above all as a loving father and doting grandfather. Burial is at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery on Monday, August 2, 2021, at 10:00 a.m.
ALBANY — Judy A. Toussaint passed away Friday, July 23, 2021.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 a.m. August 3 in St. Clement’s Church. Persons may attend safely remotely by going to www.stclementschurch.com, click “Facebook Livestream.” Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
GREENFIELD CENTER — Michael B. Kinsella passed Friday, July 23, 2021. Memorial service will be Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Full Gospel Assembly Church, 20 Stark Road, Corinth. A reception will follow services. Burial will be private. Memorial donations to the Full Gospel Assembly Church.
