SARATOGA SPRINGS – Kenneth Dunn, one month shy of his 95th birthday, passed away peacefully at home in Saratoga Springs on September 20, 2025, after a brief illness.

Kenneth was born on October 30, 1930 in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn, son of Elizabeth and Matthew Dunn. 

Kenneth fondly recalled his time as a young man working at several major newspapers in Manhattan. He moved on to a career as a highly respected distribution executive with Schaefer Beer, Gallo Wines, and Efco Products Inc.

Among Ken’s proudest achievements was his time serving in the US Air Force from 1952-1956, where he gathered many memories and stories of service. He carried this camaraderie over to many years of his later life. He reached out to and established correspondence with many veterans with similar service experiences, often assisting or collaborating with his fellows on military and aviation research and articles. As further expressions of his interest in history, he donated unique artifacts to the Brooklyn Historical Society, worked on vintage radio sets, and preserved historic recordings and news reports. Few moments in Kenneth’s life passed without classical, jazz, or traditional blues music playing in the background. He curated a diverse collection of first edition 78 rpm records, loved to travel, displayed an impressive collection of fine art, and was a discerning and avid wine aficionado.  

Kenneth will be deeply missed and always cherished by his wife, Virginia; his children, Diane Bass (Gary) of Alexandria Bay, NY, and Richard Roder (Pepe) of San Diego, CA; his granddaughter Sarah Grant (Steven); his grandsons Matthew Bass (Hayley) and Garrett Bass (Kristen); and great grandchildren Sawyer and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Donald “Donnie” Dunn.

A private memorial service for immediate family will be held at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. 

Donations in Kenneth’s memory may be made to K9sforWarriors.org.

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

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Constance King Murphy, 87, of Saratoga Springs, New York, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 26, 1938, in Saratoga Springs, the daughter of the late Congressman Carleton J. King and Constance Roddy King of Brooklyn, New York.

Mrs. Murphy graduated from Saratoga Springs High School in 1956, where she was active in many clubs and sports. She went on to graduate from The College of Saint Rose in 1960 and later attended Albany Law School, where she met her husband, James A. Murphy, Jr. Together they made their home in Saratoga Springs and at Lake Desolation in Greenfield.

She took great pride in supporting her father’s successful campaign for Congress, speaking on his behalf to communities throughout the 20th Congressional District of New York State. She also campaigned on behalf of her husband during his two terms as Mayor of Saratoga Springs.

Mrs. Murphy was deeply engaged in civic and community life. Up until the time of her passing, she was a dedicated volunteer at the Saratoga Hospital’s Radiation Oncology Center and comforting patients there brought her much happiness. Over her long lifetime in Saratoga Springs, she was involved in many activities including the Flower and Fruit Mission of Saratoga Hospital, the Saratoga County swimming program, vice chair of the Town of Greenfield Republican Committee and served as the president of the Birch Run board of director’s homeowner’s association. After her children were grown, she became a real estate agent and enjoyed helping young people find affordable homes.  She was an avid tennis player and enjoyed matches at area clubs as well as in Montserrat where she and her husband spent many winters. 

Her greatest joy, however, came from her family. She loved watching her five grandchildren grow up and she was always their biggest supporter and “cheering section”

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, James A. Murphy Jr.

Mrs. Murphy is survived by her three children: James A. Murphy III (Laurie) of Saratoga Springs; Colleen Murphy Columbo (Richard) of Greenwich, Connecticut; and Constance Murphy Maddry (Tyler) of Great Falls, Virginia. She also leaves behind five beloved grandchildren: Caroline Kip Murphy, Claire Montgomery Murphy, Conor James Maddry, Richard James Columbo, and Ryan Murphy Columbo. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Clement’s Catholic Church in Saratoga Springs at a later date.  Burial was private in the family plot at Middle Grove Cemetery in Greenfield. There will be no calling hours. All arrangements, including services and interment, are private and held at the convenience of the family. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mrs. Murphy’s memory may be made to the Saratoga Hospital Radiation Oncology Center, c/o Saratoga Hospital Foundation, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com