SARATOGA SPRINGS — Robert A. Ercolini, formerly of Schuyler Drive, passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 at the age of 91.
Robert was born on Sept. 9, 1929 in Somerville, Massachusetts. He graduated from Northeastern University in Boston, where he played baseball and football. He went on to serve in the United States Air Force from 1951-1954 and met his loving wife of 46 years, after he moved to Saratoga Springs. A member and communicant of St. Clement’s Church, he was a Past Grand Knight, longtime Bingo chairman and honorary life member of Saratoga Council 246 Knights of Columbus and the Saratoga Assembly 745 K of C Fourth Degree.
Robert was an avid Boston sports fan. He loved the Boston Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins and New England Patriots. He could often be heard animatedly discussing his beloved Red Sox with his son-in-law and grandchildren. One of his great joys in life was having the opportunity to watch his grandchildren play sports and more than anything, he loved spending quality time with his family.
Survivors include his daughters, Lori Ercolini and Diane (Ercolini) Havern; his son-in-law, Christopher Havern; his grandchildren Connor and Ryan Havern; one sister Gloria Ercolini and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his wife Marjorie (Henzel) Ercolini, his parents Arthur and Dina (Mazzolini) Ercolini and his aunt Josephine Mazzolini.
Funeral services and burial with military honors will be held at a later date to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation in his name to the Wesley Health Care Foundation, 131 Lawrence St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com
