SARATOGA SPRINGS — Maggie M. Hillman, 93, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021, at the Hospice Inn at St. Peter’s in Albany. A private service was held on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, officiated by Fr. Marty Fisher. Maggie is buried in Park Cemetery on Sacandaga Rd. in Scotia, NY. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Community Hospice of Saratoga County, 179 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866. For online condolences visit   tunisonfuneralhome.com.

BALLSTON SPA — Jennifer Nicole Conroy (Green), devoted wife of Mark Christopher Conroy and loving mother of Donovan Thomas James Conroy, entered into eternal life on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. Calling hours were Dec. 5 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass took place Dec. 6 at St. Clement’s followed by interment at St. Peter’s Cemetery. www.burkefuneralhome.com

GREENFIELD CENTER — Kathleen (Kathy) Marie Moore Ruhmel, 50, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 28 surrounded by her loving family and cherished dog, Gracie. Kathy passed due to a lengthy illness with cancer. She valiantly and tirelessly attempted to defy her illness while never wanting to be defined by it – per Kathy, that would be giving her illness too much attention.  Kathy loved animals, especially dogs, and was known to stop and offer treats to other dogs while out on frequent walks with her collies and golden retriever. Her interests included traveling, cooking with her husband, and spending time with her friends and family. Kathy’s warm infectious personality brought so much love to many.  She strived to live her life having those that interacted with her come away feeling better and happier for it. She was such a beautiful and unique light in our world.  She will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Kathy was born in Schenectady, NY to Mary & Sherman Moore on December 31, 1970, and was raised in Saratoga Springs, New York. A graduate of Saratoga Central Catholic School in 1989, Kathy formed many life-long friendships with her dear Spa Catholic classmates and cherished those lasting relationships. Kathy went on to receive her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education from the State University of New York at Oneonta and her Master’s in Education from the State University of New York at Albany. In keeping with her helping spirit she had a fulfilling twenty-four-year career in education as a Kindergarten teacher in the Saratoga Springs City School District enriching the lives of her ‘little friends’ at Greenfield Elementary School. 

Kathy is survived by her loving husband and best friend Joseph F. Ruhmel II, her adoring parents Mary & Sherman Moore of Saratoga Springs, NY, her brothers Michael (Alison) Moore of Wilton, NY and Joseph (Theresa) Moore of Apex, NC, her mother in-law Janet Ruhmel of Horseheads, NY, her brothers in-law Jeffrey (Ammie) Ruhmel of Oneida, NY and David (Kimberly) Ruhmel of Horseheads, NY and her beloved nieces Amanda Moore, Riley Moore and nephews Ryan Moore, Derek Moore in addition to many aunts, uncles, and cousins to whom she loved dearly. 

Relatives and friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, December 6, 2021 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373). Appropriate face coverings will be required for all in attendance.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11am on December 7, 2021, at St. Clements Church, 231 Lake Ave. followed by a graveside service at St. Peter’s Cemetery, 150 West Ave, Saratoga Springs NY. 

The family would like to thank Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA, and the Saratoga Community Hospice Teams for their compassionate & loving care of Kathy.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either in remembrance of Kathy:

Dana Farber Cancer Institute Susan F. Smith Center for Women’s Cancers at danafarber.jimmyfund.org (Dana Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168 Boston, MA 02284) or The Community Hospice Foundation at www.givetocommunityhospice.org/donate (The Community Hospice Foundation 310 S. Manning Blvd. Albany, NY 12208).

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com 

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Joan Dorothy (Paluch) Beebe, 88, formerly of the Clifton Park/Country Knolls/Ballston Lake area passed away on November 23, 2021, joining in heaven her late husband of 53 years Ralph S. Beebe, her companion Michael C. Donohue, two brothers Stanley and Joseph and five sisters, Agnes, Annette, Stella, Bernice (Bunny), and Mary Ann.

Born in Watervliet, NY, daughter of the late Francis and Helena (Piwnica) Paluch. She graduated Watervliet High School, class of 1951, and was the Valedictorian of her eighth-grade class of Immaculate Conception. Employed as an office administrator for 35 years in the New York Senate and Assembly, retiring in 1988.

Joan adored residing in Saratoga Springs, walking every day on the East Side, reading at the Victoria pool, attending cultural events, volunteering, and supporting many charities. A self-taught intellect, Joan cherished her family beyond belief. She relished cooking her Sunday meals for family gatherings. Joan provided a loving home for her children, grandchildren, and the many dogs she rescued and adopted. She will always be remembered for her gracious and caring spirit.

Joan leaves behind her loving family, four children; Ralph, Susan (formerly Moak), Lorna, her husband John Oberlander, David, his wife Christina; six beloved grandsons; Ryan Moak, his wife Lisa (Pugsley), Adam Moak, Alex Oberlander, Liam Oberlander, Trevor Oberlander, Joshua Beebe and her loving grand dogs Sammy and Bella.

Service was held Saturday, November 27, 2021 at the William J. Burke & Sons/ Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs  followed by calling hours. 

Burial will be private at Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Ave.

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of your choice.

Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com

09/08/1950-12/03/2019

In loving memory.
Two years have gone by, and we miss you so. We miss the sound of your voice and your bright blue eyes. We take comfort in knowing you are brand new again but what we would not give for one more day, hour, or minute with you. We love and miss you so very much.

GANSEVOORT — Marion S. Hazard, 99 years young, died peacefully on November 28. Calling hours were 12/2 at Burke Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Clement’s took place 12/3 followed by burial at St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to St. Clement’s Church or the Community Hospice Foundation. Visit burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — John Joseph Collins was born June 19, 1939 and passed away on November 22, 2021, with the family he loved entirely – at his side. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Thursday, 12/2 at St. Clement’s Church. Memorial donations to St. Clements R.C. School. Please visit burkefuneralhome.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Nancy J. Acton, 70, peacefully passed to heaven at home Monday 11/22/2021. Calling hours were 11/29/21. Mass of Christian Burial took place 11/30 at St. Clement’s Church followed by burial in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to kidney foundation (www. kidneyfund.org)/breast cancer foundation (www.breastcancer.org) Visit www.burkefuneralhome.com.

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Jacob Weakland, age 36, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at his home in Saratoga Springs. He was born on September 5, 1985 in Albany, NY, the son of James E. Weakland and Marcia Funke Weakland. He grew up in Round Lake, NY. 

Jacob will be remembered as a mystic of our times. An angel rarity in human form who found beauty and richness in the smallest, simplest and darkest of times. He turned tragedy into teachings and wore his heart on his sleeve. He spoke rawly from that heart and left his words unfiltered. His beautifully mad brilliance was ahead of his time, and he used it to inspire and bring hope to the lives of so many. Many people have said they owe their lives to Jacob, for he was there to guide them, to love them, to remind them of their worth in their darkest of days. He was a lover of food and used it to create art and delight for those he cooked for. He had an uncanny passion and talent for photography, writing and motivational speaking. He loved animals and sunrises and found extravagance in the mundane. He cherished his family and found the greatest pride in being an older brother to his younger twin siblings. He was a deeply sensitive family man who made it his mission to plant seeds of love and hope with everyone he met. A true gardener of the heart, that’s what he called connection: planting seeds. 

Jacob is survived by his parents, James and Marcia Funke Weakland; daughter, Kara Elizabeth Rucinski; brother, Joshua Weakland; sister, Jenna Weakland; countless friends and family who loved and cherished him dearly. 

A funeral service was held on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY followed by a celebration of life in Jake’s honor at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161.

A graveside service was held on Monday, November 22, 2021 at East Union Cemetery for family and close friends. 

For online condolences, visit compassionatefuneralcare.com

SARATOGA SPRINGS —Mary K. McCarthy, “Little Momma,” 101, passed 11/16/2021 with her loving family at her side. Graveside Service 12:30 p.m. Saturday 11/27/2021 at St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorial donations to The Community Hospice of Saratoga Springs, The Wesley Health Care Center or to a local animal shelter. Visit burkefuneralhome.com