SARATOGA SPRINGS – Herman A. Wolf died July 1, 2026, at his home with his family by his side following a long illness.

Born March 3, 1945, in New Britain, Connecticut, Herman, “Bud” as he was called his entire life by both friends and colleagues, was the son of Herman and Irene Wolf.

Bud grew up in New Britain and graduated from the University of Connecticut with a degree in business administration. He moved with his family to Saratoga Springs in 1974 and started Adicommco, Inc., a roadside billboard company. Bud built Adicommco from a small 12 board company to a powerhouse advertising firm with more than 500 billboards located from Amsterdam, New York to the Canadian border. He sold the company in 2000 to a national firm.

Not content to rest in retirement, Bud turned to real estate investment, buying and renovating properties in Saratoga Springs and Glens Falls. He purchased the former BB Fowler building in Glens Falls in 2004, redeveloping it into a full-service business and retail facility. The building housed the former Aimies Dinner and Movie as well as JMZ Architects and later Progressive Insurance.

Buds’ lifelong passions were golf, horse racing, UConn Basketball and the New York Yankees. He was a longtime member of both The Glens Falls Country Club and Saratoga Golf and Polo Club. He owned and campaigned many racehorses and spent countless afternoons at Saratoga Racecourse.

He was an avid reader and a fiercely conservative thinker. Incredibly astute in economics, Bud would enjoy debating his beliefs with anyone. Bud was also a lifetime beekeeper and always said more people need to keep bees because bees keep the earth turning.

Bud was predeceased by his parents, Herman and Irene. Survivors include his daughter, Sandra Metivier and husband Kerry, his longtime companion, Angela Green, her daughters, Colleen Noonan and Jeannette Green, their children, Madeline Noonan, Claire Noonan and Grayson Green.

At Buds’ request there will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be private.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY – Thaddeus “Ted” S. Obloy, 84, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026, at Albany Medical Center.

Ted was born in Cleveland, Ohio on December 31, 1941, to the late John and Mary (Baciak) Obloy. After graduating from St. John Cantius High School in 1959, Ted went on to Ohio University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in education. Then, after proudly serving in the United States Army as a First Lieutenant, he returned to Cleveland to teach, while also serving in the 107th Armored Calvary National Guard Unit and attending Case Western Reserve University, where he earned a master’s degree. He then returned to Ohio University where he earned his doctorate in 1971.

Ted then began a career of over 45 years doing what he loved – teaching and learning. In 1971 he came to New York’s Guilderland Central School District to be the project manager of an ESEA Title III initiative, and he later served as Assistant Superintendent of the district. In 1980 Ted became the Superintendent of the New Lebanon Central School District in New York and served in that role until retiring in 1996. He then joined the Education Management Group, a consulting firm, that same year.

In 1998 Ted was asked to assist St. Clements Regional Elementary School through a transition, and that led to his becoming the school’s principal, a role he served in until 2007. During his tenure, he led the school in its earning official accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Elementary Schools, and he also worked with the faculty to bring technology into the classroom.

Ted continued to pursue his love of learning and teaching, as well as a commitment to community service. From 2007 to 2020, he was the Coordinator of the Leadership Institute at Saratoga Bridges. Ted also served on the Saratoga Springs City Ethics Board from 2009 to 2011.

Ted was devoted to several pastimes. He was a voracious reader and a particular fan of Stephen King. Ted’s copy of Stephen King’s Danse Macabre, signed by the author, was a prize possession. Ted also collected coins and art, and he especially loved stained glass. While a poor student in southern Ohio, he found six stained-glass church windows in a farmer’s hay loft, purchased them, and kept them wherever he moved, except for a few he gave away to friends over the years.

Ted’s personal signature included pride in his Polish heritage, Brooks Brothers polo shirts, and creased slacks. Ted also liked his cigars, but more importantly, he was tremendously grateful for the friends he made at the cigar shop, James & Sons in Saratoga, when he finally retired for the last time.

Ted was predeceased by his parents John and Mary Obloy; his brother John (Connie) Obloy; his stepbrother Stanley; and his stepsisters Ceclia, Wanda, and Joan.

Ted is survived by his beloved wife Carol (Mastroianni) Obloy; his stepdaughter Barbara (Stewart III) Scott; stepson Michael J. Smith; step-grandsons Stewart IV (Annika) Scott, Traxler Scott, and Thaddeus (Rebecca) Scott; brother Edward (Nancy) Obloy; godson Nicholas Obloy; brother-in-law Fred (Carol) Mastroianni; several nieces and nephews; and his many compatriots at the cigar shop.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 11am at St. Clement’s Church at 231 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs. A private burial with military honors will be held at the Gerald B.H. Soloman Saratoga National Cemetery.

The family wishes to thank all those who have expressed condolences and who have extended many kindnesses during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Clements Regional Elementary School Tuition Fund, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, or to Saratoga Bridges Foundation, 16 Saratoga Bridges Blvd., Ballston Spa, NY 12020.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY- John “Jack” Giacomo Mangini, of Saratoga Springs, died on June 15, 2026, at the age of 90.

He was born on June 30, 1935, in the family home on Ash Street in Saratoga’s West Side neighborhood, known to old Saratogians as “Dublin.” He was named Giacomo in honor of his grandfather and was told the name meant “little Jack.” To everyone who knew him, he was simply Jack.

Jack graduated from St. Peter’s Academy in 1953, where he served as class president. He earned a degree in Economics from Siena College and was among the first members of the Third Order of St. Francis. He also spent two cherished years at Mater Christi Seminary, where he earned an associate’s degree. He later completed a master’s degree in education at the College of Saint Rose.

In 1962, Jack met Vivian Matrazzo, who became his wife and best friend. They were married on November 23, 1963, in a ceremony celebrated by his close friend, Monsignor Daniel Burns. Their reception followed at the Canfield Casino in Congress Park.

Teaching was Jack’s life’s work. He taught at Mechanicville High School, Garner Street Elementary School in Cohoes, and Chango Elementary School and the middle school in the Shenendehowa district before retiring in 1999. He loved being an educator and often spoke fondly of the students he taught and never forgot.

Jack’s connection to the Saratoga Race Course began in boyhood. After a guard at the Green Gate on Union Avenue let him onto the backstretch, Jack sold peaches and pears for five cents apiece and quickly sold out. That small beginning grew into the Mangini family concession stand, which served the track for 50 years.

After retiring, Jack volunteered for more than twenty years at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame. He served as a docent in the Education and Technology departments and was honored with a Lifetime Membership. “I love Saratoga and horse racing history very much,” he liked to tell his tour groups.

Jack also loved running and completed the New York City Marathon after turning 50. He enjoyed golf, fishing, gardening, cooking, reading, soft music, and good Italian food. 

Above everything, Jack loved his family. Nothing made him prouder than his grandchildren, and he followed each of their activities closely. He could often be found cheering them on from the side of a soccer field, a basketball court, or a swimming pool. In his own words: “My wife, sons, grandchildren, and my sons’ spouses mean so much to me. I will rest in peace only if they are healthy and happy.”

He was predeceased by his parents, Jeannie and Anthony, and by his sisters, Madaline and Debbie.

Jack is survived by his beloved wife, Vivian; his sons, John (Michele), Chris, and Jeff (Sarah); his brothers, Bob (Sandy), Tony (Pat), and David (Sue); and his grandchildren, Matthew, Ryan, Maria, Sam, Molly, and Ben.

Calling hours were Monday June 22, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373).

A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated at 10 am, Tuesday, June 23 at the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Followed by burial in the family plot at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave.

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SARATOGA SPRINGS – David J. Miller, 83, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Saratoga Springs, New York, surrounded by his wife and son. Born on December 13, 1942, in Jeannette, Pennsylvania, David lived a life shaped by creativity, curiosity, faith, and devotion to the people he cherished. He made his home in Saratoga Springs and Halfmoon for most of his adult life and, in his final years, resided at the Home of the Good Shepherd in Saratoga Springs. He died from pneumonia in the late stages of Alzheimer’s disease.

David was a gifted Abstract Expressionist artist whose paintings and drawings were known for their emotional depth and dynamic energy. His work was described by writer and critic John Yao as embodying “a world… simultaneously falling apart and coming together,” capturing the turbulence and paradoxes of human experience with remarkable sensitivity. His art appears in numerous public collections, including the Carnegie Museum of Art, the Cleveland Institute of Art, the Albany Institute of History and Art, the State University of New York at Albany, and the Tang Museum, as well as in private collections across the United States and abroad. He received major recognition throughout his career, including fellowships from the New York Foundation for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts, and he held the Tuthill Endowed Chair at Skidmore College.

Teaching was one of David’s greatest callings. He served as a professor of drawing and painting at Skidmore College from 1975 until his retirement in 2010, later becoming Professor Emeritus. He also directed the Schick Art Gallery, shaping its vision and supporting generations of emerging artists. Earlier in his career, he taught at Lake Erie College in Ohio and at Shady Side Academy in Pittsburgh. His influence as a mentor was profound; musician Chris Frantz of Talking Heads once wrote, “It’s no exaggeration to say that this man changed my life.”

David’s academic path reflected his deep commitment to the arts. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and his Master of Arts from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. In addition to his artistic and academic pursuits, he served his country in the U.S. Army Reserves as a First Lieutenant and General’s Aide to Major General James Milnor Roberts in the late 1960s.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, David was a man of warmth, humility, and steadfast love. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose greatest joy came from his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 58 years, Sandy (Stein) Miller, an artist and retired teacher; his son Darren T. Miller and daughter in law Christine J. Miller; and his treasured grandchildren, Tate E. Miller and Georgia G. Miller. He is also survived by his brother James Miller and sister-in-law Elaine Miller. David was predeceased by his parents, Charles Miller and Imelda (Bell) Miller, and his siblings Robert (Bob) Miller, Charles Miller Jr., Michael Miller, and Betty Lou Lenz.

David’s Christian faith was a quiet but constant presence throughout his life. He worshipped regularly and volunteered at St. Clement’s Roman Catholic Church in Saratoga Springs, serving as an usher and contributing to the building committee for several years.

Those who knew David will remember his sincere kindness, good-natured sense of humor, his boundless creativity, and his unwavering dedication to his students, colleagues, and family. His legacy lives on in his artwork, in the countless lives he touched, and in the love he shared so generously.

Calling hours were Wednesday, June 24, at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (518-584-5373).

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, June 25, at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.

Burial will be private.

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