Earl R. Bean

SARATOGA SPRINGS – Earl R. Bean, aged 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 25, 2024 at Saratoga Hospital, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on November 15, 1936 in Hanover, NH, he was the son of the late Richard Bean and Beatrice Huntington Bean.

Earl proudly served his country in the US Navy from 1955 to 1957. He enjoyed a long and successful career as a Horse Trainer at Saratoga Race Track, where he became a well-known and respected figure in the racing community. A passionate outdoorsman, Earl loved golfing, betting on horses, and participating in harness racing as an owner, trainer, and driver since 1964. His unwavering dedication to the sport earned him induction into the Horseman Hall of Fame in 2010. Earl was also an enthusiastic Red Sox fan and cherished the time spent with his family pet, Winston.

Earl is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Nancy Bean; his son, Timothy Earl Bean (Deborah Crawford); daughters, Karen Forbes, Linda Rose Bean, and Julie Brasser (Kevin); brothers, Caroll Bean and John Bean (Pam); sisters, Shirley Stever and Eva Lou Hodge; grandchildren, Shannon Van Hall (Eric), Nicole Forbes (Jose Corporan), Lauren Fredmonski (Matthew), Kellie Bean, Micayla LaFave (Dylan), Lindsey Brasser (Jordan Nolan), and Keri Pehl. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren, and friends who will miss him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Merton Bean; his sister, Charlotte Bishop; and his son-in-law, Jeffrey Forbes.

Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, June 4, from 12 noon to 1:45 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, located at Rte 9 and/or Marion Ave., Saratoga Springs. 

A graveside service with military honors will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871.

Condolences may be shared at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.