SARATOGA SPRINGS — Louis J. (Bunny) Farone, Jr., 85, a businessman and developer in Saratoga Springs, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on Friday, January 17, 2020. Mr. Farone was born in Saratoga Springs on August 9, 1934, the son of the late, Louis J. (Doc) and Margaret Hickock Farone. He served in the United States Army in Germany for two years, the New York National Guard for three years and studied business at Boston University.
His business career began at Saratoga Modern Distributing Co. with his father. He was responsible for developing Interlaken Travel Trailer Park where he and his family enjoyed spending summers. During the time there, he established many friendships including the one who encouraged him to have a personal relationship with God.
With his architectural creativity and innovation (and his wife, Margaret) he converted two old dairy barns located on the edge of Interlaken Park into the beautiful and unique Caunterbury Restaurant (now Longfellows), an enchanting mélange of restaurants and pocket sized shops. During the Caunterbury days, he connected with customers and staff forming friendships and fond memories. He renovated 14 Phila St. and with historic artifacts opened The Tin Shop, an Art Deco themed Jazz Club (now Harvey’s). He restored Riley’s Lake House, an Art Deco Casino, to its original beauty and character of the 20’s and 30’s to benefit The Multiple Sclerosis Society in 1984.
He was a true outdoorsman. He loved to walk and hunt the fields of Meadowbrook Farms (now Saratoga National) where he appreciated the peaceful quiet of the woods. He had a fondness for cooking and cherished family game dinners. He spent time on Lake George with his family enjoying the beauty of the lake from his antique Chris Craft boats.
Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Margaret; three children, Laura L. Farone, Louis J. Farone III and Peter G. Farone; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was a great- hearted father and grandfather. His grandchildren were a treasured part of his life; they shared a very special bond and looked after him in his final months. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Louise Blanch, Joan Snyder and Constance Farone.
A private burial service was held at Greenridge Cemetery on Monday, January 20, 2020. Please send remembrances to Mrs. Margaret Farone in care of Burke Funeral Home. Bunny was a very spiritual man and his family is at peace knowing he is at home with his Lord.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.
