SARATOGA SPRINGS — Edward Nelson Ramsey, 76, known to friends as “Sonny,” passed away on September 7, 2020 in his home. 

He was born on February 11, 1944 in Saratoga Springs to the late Edward and Ruth Ramsey. In 1964 Edward enlisted in the US Navy where he specialized in sheet metal work. During his naval career Edward received a National Defense Medal, and later transferred to the naval reserve manpower center in Bainbridge, Maryland. After the navy Edward worked as a heavy equipment operator and also became a certified security guard. Edward was an avid hunter and fisherman. He could often be found leaning on a tree in the woods, fast asleep. He had great pride in teaching his family his outdoorsman skills.

In addition to his parents, Edward was predeceased by all of his siblings, John Ramsey, Yvonne Dowen, Shirley Loya and Janice Brueckner, also his significant other of many years, Luella “LuLu” Jacques and baby Mark Edward Ramsey.

He is survived by his dog and best friend “Chewie,” several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews, grandchildren from extended family and son Corey Ramsey.

A private service with military honors was held at the North Milton Cemetery on Thursday, September 17, 2020. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs. 

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GRANVILLE — On Saturday, September 5, 2020, Elizabeth Carroll, loving wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend, passed away at the age of 62. A private celebration of life service will be held Saturday, October 3, 2020. Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Annette Lubochinski Sabino, 72, passed peacefully September 12, 2020 at Saratoga Hospital with her family by her side. Graveside services took place September 15 at Greenridge Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your favorite animal rescue or Veteran’s organization in her memory. www.burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — George W. Gurtler Sr., 91, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2020 at Wesley Community Care Center. Calling hours were September 13, 2020 at Burke Funeral Home. Interment with Military Honors was September 14 at The Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — It is with great sadness that the family of Stuart Taylor announce his sudden passing on September 8, 2020 at the age of 60. Calling hours are Sunday, September 20, 2020, 2 to 5 p.m. at Burke Funeral Home. Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of one’s choice. www.burkefuneralhome.com.

LANSINGBURGH — Rose Ellen (Coreno) Gill, 65, died Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020. Calling hours Friday, Sept. 18, 5-8 p.m. at Chase/Smith FH in Mechanicville. Mass: Saturday, Sept. 19 at 10:30 a.m. at All Saints on the Hudson North Church, burial at St. Paul’s Cemetery. Memorial donations: American Diabetes Association or Northeast Kidney Foundation. burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Robert W. DeSio, 96, passed peacefully Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020. Calling hours were Sept. 17 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 18 at Church of St. Peter. Burial with Military Honors is 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 21 at the GBHS Saratoga National Cemetery. burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Dennis Hodges, 67, passed away September 9, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. Memorial donations may be made to the Saratoga Hospital Foundation (211 Church St., Saratoga Springs). Calling hours were Sept. 15, 2020 at Burke Funeral Home, burial took place Sept. 16, 2020 at Greenridge Cemetery. burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Gloria D. Barkley, 95, passed away peacefully at Wesley Health Care Center on September 9, 2020. A frugal, depression-era baby to the end, she would much rather any monies be spent on the living (have cake!) than on memorials. Services will be private. www.burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Amelia Ives, 72, known to friends as “Amy,” passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2020 at Wesley Health Care Center.

Amy was employed by the Wesley as a housekeeper for 31 years where she made lifelong friends. Colleagues lovingly remembered how Amy would make everyone laugh, adding amusement to the daily responsibilities that were oftentimes overwhelming. Showing all with whom she came in contact the lighter side of life by always offering her great sense of humor, she was a warm, kind, and loving person. When Amy became a resident of Wesley, the staff felt it was as if Amy was returning home. 

As a lifetime communicant of St. Clement’s Church in Saratoga, Amy was very much involved with the Outreach Program. Even through personal hardships, Amy continued to be that fun loving, optimistic person to brighten everyone’s day. She helped bring humor to those in need and was much beloved to all.

The Outreach members visited her daily and helped keep her spirits up. The members became her lifeline and Amy’s family were very grateful. She was sociable and would share hilarious stories of her life. She will be remembered for her boundless energy, hard work, love and zest for life, and her compassionate fun-loving nature.

Survivors include her daughter, April Ives; granddaughter, Julie Schrom; sister’s Jean Humiston and her husband Gerard; Lucy Sapp and her husband John; and her twin, Angela Ovitt and her husband Oscar.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Friday, Sept.18, 2020 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave. Following required health regulations, appropriate face coverings must be worn, and social distancing practices will be followed. Donations may be made in Amelia’s name to St. Clement’s Outreach Program or to Community Hospice.

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