Carl E. Bull, Sr. 

WILTON – Carl E. Bull, Sr. died April 3. The service is Friday, April 12 at 1:00 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care. Prior to the service, calling hours are 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A graveside service will be in Maplewood Cemetery, Saratoga Springs following the service. Online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Louis Okoniewski, Jr. passed away peacefully at home April 4, 2024, with his loving family by his side and in his heart. Louis was born September 12, 1924 in Buffalo, NY to Louis L. Okoniewski and Helen F. (Zielinski) Okoniewski. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps as a B-17 Radio Operator and Gunner in November 1942. He participated in the Rhineland Central Europe Campaigns, where he flew 31 Combat Missions over Germany. He was discharged in Oct. 1945 and re¬enlisted in the US Air Force in 1948. He served on the Combat Crew B-50 in the Philippines where he flew over Korea mapping islands during the Korean War. He was transferred to Hunter Field AFB in Savannah, Ga., where he cross-trained to in-flight re-fueling on the KC-97. There he met and married Barbara Ann Clark in 1954. They had 3 children. In 1963, the family was transferred to Ernest Harmon AFB, in Stephenville, NFLD. In 1966 the family was transferred to Plattsburgh, AFB, Strategic Air Command (SAC), 380th Air Re-Fueling Squadron. Louis flew over 100 refueling missions over Southeast Asia during “Young Tiger” missions. He was commended for his part in a rescue operation, Cherry-46, for a downed F-4 aircraft, where he alerted Air Rescue and helped plot the downed plane’s position and rescued the crew. He also refueled fighter aircraft over Cuba during the Cold War. 

Louis loved to take the family on trips to the Adirondacks when he was home from overseas missions, maybe to Land of Make Believe, Santas Workshop, Lake Placid or picnics. He loved sports and anything Buffalo – he was hoping to see a Super Bowl Ring! Louis officially retired, Jan. 1975 as Master Sargent in the USAF. After retirement, Louis and Barbara moved to Orlando Florida, then to Stone Mountain, GA, where Louis worked for Superfoods. After many years down south, they moved to Middle Grove. After Barbara passed, Louis moved to Woodlawn Commons in 2018 where he made many friends who became family and miss him dearly. Louis was a member of the Town of Greenfield Historical Society; He was a charter member of VFW Post 6251, Private Leonard Post Jr., Lancaster, NY and a Charter member of VFW Post 309, Peru, NY. He loved to have a beer and burger, spend time with family and a ride to anywhere was always welcomed. 

In addition to his parents and loving wife Barbara, Louis was predeceased by his sisters, Adele Smith and Marge Olson, Buffalo, NY; nephews, Leslie Smith and Clayton Smith. 

He is survived by his children, Louise Okoniewski, (John Biss) of Wilton, Helen Lum, Sanford Fl., and Louis Okoniewski (Charles Harris) Atlanta. Ga. Grandchildren, Gera (Stacie) Kittman; Angela (Nate) Stickney and Amanda Lum. Great grandchildren; Jaxon Kittman; Ryliegh, Liam and Olive Stickney; nephew, Ron (Karen) Olson, Buffalo NY and niece Sheryl (Bob) lmbs, Williamsville, NY. 

Louis will be missed by many who knew him, his friends and family at Woodlawn Commons; His friends at the Commissary, who liked to talk to him and looked out for him, friends he met at Greenfield Town Hall and places in between! 

There will be no calling hours. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024 at VFW Post #420, 190 Excelsior Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Burial will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, donations in Louis’ name can be made to St. Joseph’s Church, 3159 Route 9N, Greenfield, NY 12833 or Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS – On April 2, 2024, Dennis J. Mulholland, 74, of Saratoga Springs, NY passed away peacefully at home. He was surrounded by loving family and taking in his favorite view: a west side sunset over the Saratoga Springs Little League Baseball fields. 

Dennis was born on February 5, 1950 to parents James G. and Mary Gailor Mulholland. He lost his father in 1959 but was blessed to be part of a large family with 15 aunts and uncles, and many, many cousins. He was a devoted son to his mother, Mary, and an equally devoted brother to his sister, Donna. Dennis had fond memories of living on Van Dam Street and his childhood in “the Rocks” neighborhood. His attention to detail, work-ethic, and sense of style started young. He began working at the age of 10, so he could buy himself two sports coats for school and have his shirts laundered and pressed weekly. He was a proud graduate of St. Peter’s Academy (now known as Saratoga Central Catholic School). Shortly after high school Dennis secured an apprenticeship with the United Association of Journeymen Plumbers, Steamfitters and Helpers. He spent his 37-year career as a steamfitter and plumber at General Electric in Schenectady, NY. A life member of Local #128, he also served as a steward, committee member, and Business Agent for his union. 

Like George Bailey in It’s a Wonderful Life (one of his favorite films), Dennis was born with an adventurous spirit that could only be overpowered by his love and commitment to family and community. Unlike George Bailey, he was able to get in one great travel adventure – joining a small crew of friends on a transatlantic sail. He came away from the journey with great stories to tell, improved sailing skills, and an appreciation for admiring the night sky. Dennis took pride in being a lifelong Saratogian. In his free time, he enjoyed horse racing, biking to Saratoga Battlefield, walking in the Spa State Park, and reading The Daily Gazette in Congress Park or by Saratoga Lake – with a small black coffee from Stewart’s, of course.

Dennis regularly celebrated the fact that he was able to enjoy almost 20 years in retirement. He was thankful to have the time and resources to support his mother and enjoy his grandchildren. For many years, he started his day by making breakfast with Kari, Dylan, and Giada – getting them off to school, picking them up from the bus stop, and attending their events. A lover of baseball (Let’s go Mets!) Dennis developed an interest in improving the baseball diamonds at the West Side Rec. His grandson’s participation in Saratoga Springs Little League prompted his interest, but he continued to volunteer with the organization for many years. In 2014, he humbly accepted the Ralph Wilhelm Volunteer of the Year award for his efforts. 

Dennis was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Allen; father, James Mulholland; sister, Donna Iuliucci; brother-in-law, John “Charlie” Iuliucci; and premature twin sons, Dennis and Joseph Mulholland. 

He is survived by his former wife, Nancy Mulholland; three daughters, Emily Mulholland (Henry Luciano), Lesley (Martin) Figueredo, and Liz Mulholland (Rob Meyer); niece, Tina (Lamont) Taylor; three beloved grandchildren, Kari Olenick, Dylan Mulholland, and Giada Smith; many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins in the Gailor, Mulholland, Hogan and Sweeney families.

This Spring, in memory of Dennis, sit on the porch with your family, enjoy the sunshine, look at the moon, say hi to your neighbor, and go watch a little league game!

Relatives and friends are invited to call from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024. 

A time to share remembrances will begin at 4 p.m. at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 N. Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518)584-5373.

Burial will be private in the family plot in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Avenue.  

The family wishes to express their deep gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and caregivers from the Saratoga Hospital Outpatient Palliative Care team and The Community Hospice for their exceptional care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation (https://secure.qgiv.com/for/pulfibfou/).

Online remembrances can be made at www.BurkeFuneralHome.com.

CORINTH – Terri E. Preece (Clark) of Corinth passed away April 3 after a short but brave battle with cancer. At her request, a small celebration of life will be planned for the spring where her immediate family will release butterflies in her memory. For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Ida Mae Dunham passed away on March 28. Calling hours were held on April 4 at Compassionate Care Funeral Home, Saratoga Springs, NY. Burial will occur on Friday, April 5 at Saratoga National Cemetery. Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com

BALLSTON SPA — Patricia Jackson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2024, at Glens Falls Hospital. She was 84 years old. In accordance with the family’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or service at this time. Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com. 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Richard Ward Perry died March 27. Visitation will be April 12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 912 Route 146 in Clifton Park. On April 13, the family will receive guests from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11 a.m. Visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — William James Todd, aged 76, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by his beloved family. In accordance with the family’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or service at this time. Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.

MILTON — Matthew W. Thomas peacefully passed away on March 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family and friends. Services are private. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com

MALTA — Irma Rosario Gonzalez passed away on March 29 at Saratoga Hospital. In accordance with the family’s wishes, there will be no calling hours or service at this time. Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.