SARATOGA SPRINGS -Karen “Suzie” O’Cain, one of the most well-known and unique personalities in the Thoroughbred Horse Racing industry in New York, passed Tuesday, 1/4/2022 following a battle with breast cancer. Memorial Mass Friday, 1/14/2022, 11 a.m. at Bethesda Episcopal Church. Memorial donations to the Breast Cancer Research (www.bcrf.org). Visit www.burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS – David William Daignault, 74, passed away on December 31, 2021.
David was born in Chittenango on July 26, 1947. He graduated from Minoa High School and continued his education at Powelson Business Institute.
On April 27, 1968, he married Sheila (Barcomb); they were married 53 years.
David worked in the insurance industry for 52 years. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and woodworking. He was a Third-Degree member and former officer of Saratoga Council 246 Knights of Columbus, and a member of Saratoga Assembly 745 Fourth Degree and the Color Corps. David was a communicant of the Church of St. Peter and for many years served as an usher during Sunday liturgies. He also enjoyed spending his summers camping.
Along with his wife Sheila, David is survived by his daughters Suzette (Kevin) Foody, Collette (Scott) Kilinski, and Linette (Eric) Fillion, and his brother James (Barbara) Daignault. David adored his grandchildren Kaylyn and Connor Foody, Amaya, Anissa and Annika Kilinski, Colin and Erin Fillion, and his beloved dog Buddy.
David is preceded in death by his parents Victor and Jeanette Daignault and a brother Thomas Daignault.
Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 7, 2022 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). Members of the Knights of Columbus will meet at 5:30 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday January 8, 2022 at the Historic Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway by the Rev. Thomas H. Chevalier, pastor. Burial will follow in St Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Mario R. Izzo, 95, loving, devoted son, brother, uncle, friend and lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs, was called Home to God peacefully on January 1, 2022, surrounded by his family. Born on October 28, 1926, to Raffaele Izzo and Evelina Ginocchi Izzo in Saratoga Springs.
Mario was the proprietor of Sundial Shoe Store on Church Street for 40 years. He outfitted many generations of customers who still remember him fondly as the “Shoe man.” He never hesitated to help or give to those in need.
He was a graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, a St. Clement’s parishioner, 68-year member of the Knights of Columbus, 75-year member of the Principessa Elena Society. As a past parishioner of the Church of St. Peter, he sang in their choir. Mario was a Charter member of the Barbershop Racing City Chorus. He truly enjoyed singing with the RCC in annual shows or traveling to district and national competitions throughout his years as a member. His love of photography had him capturing memorable photos of historical moments in Saratoga and many weddings. Mario was an avid Yankee fan. He was very proud of his Italian heritage.
He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Evelina (Robert) Schretzlmeir, their daughter Rebeca. Anna (Vincent) Iannacito, their sons Antonio, Mario, Vince, and Anthony. Joseph (Leslie) Fleming, their children Cullen and Mackenzie. Lucio (Vellecia) Izzo, their daughters Amanda, Holli, and niece Maria Izzo. Mario was preceded in death by his mother and father. His brother Lucio and his wife Giovannina, his sister Nicolina and her husband Laurence.
The family expresses much gratitude to Saratoga Community Hospice for their wonderful care given to him. He so looked forward to their visits.
Relatives and friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2022, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). The Knights of Columbus will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Funeral Home for the wake service.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs. Persons may attend safely remotely by going to www.stclementschurch.com, click “Facebook Livestream.” Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave.
Donations can be made in Mario’s name to the American Heart Association or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
WILTON – Joyce Heckler died December 24 with her family at her side. A funeral service was held on December 30 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. Calling hours were held prior to the funeral at the funeral home.
BALLSTON SPA – Kathleen E. Riggi, 83, of Ballston Spa passed away December 23. A funeral service was held on January 2 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY. Calling hours were held prior to the service at the funeral home.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Barbara Wheeler, age 75, passed away on December 19, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. A private graveside service will be held at St. Agnes Cemetery, 48 Cemetery Ave, Menands, NY 12044.
BALLSTON SPA – Patricia R. Forbes, 76, passed away Tuesday, December 21, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial was Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Saint Clement’s Church, followed by burial at Saint Peter’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for Mass Intentions instead. Visit burkefuneralhome.com.
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Peter D. Kosarovich, Sr. of Pyramid Pines passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021. Born in Cohoes on February 2, 1952. Funeral home service was Monday, January 3, 2022 at Burke Funeral Home. Visit burkefuneralhome.com
SARATOGA SPRINGS – Finally at peace, Robert J. Aragona (Bob), 82 of Porter Corners, NY passed away December 19, 2021, with family by his side at Wesley Nursing home in Saratoga Springs after succumbing to a long illness. At his request, there will be no formal calling hours or service.
MILTON – Barbara Jean (Max) Jordan, 74, passed away on Friday, December 24, 2021 at the Fulton Center for Rehab after a long illness. Services will be private. Memorial donations may be made to the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, 6010 County Farm Rd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020. Visit burkefuneralhome.com
