SARATOGA SPRINGS — Grace L. Altieri passed peacefully on February 17, 2016. She was born on November 26, 1927 to Lottie (King) and Bertram Van Denburgh, and was a lifelong resident of Saratoga Springs. In addition to her parents, Grace was predeceased by her husband, Victor S. Altieri, Sr. and daughter Charlotte. She is survived by sons Ralph (Judith), Victor (Marianne), Louis (Teresa Adinolfi), and Thomas (Jackie Hayes); granddaughters Lynn Altieri-Need, Melissa Altieri, and Jennifer Altieri; and five great-grandchildren. Grace is also survived by her sister and brother-in-law Rose and Roy Farrell, and several nieces and nephews.
Early in her life, Grace was dedicated to the Association for Retarded Children, which evolved into Saratoga Bridges. For several years, she participated in numerous events for special needs children, and had a love and zest for all children. She welcomed her children’s friends as if they were part of the family, and was often referred to as mom by many. Grace volunteered for several charitable causes and walked neighborhoods seeking donations. She cherished being a five gallon blood donor.
Grace was employed at Van Raalte, followed by Thompson’s laundry for many years. From there, she went on to work for the Saratoga Springs School System for over 30 years, retiring in 1999.
Her family extends a special thank-you to the staff of Wesley Health Care Center – Hathorn 2 for the love and compassion many showed to Grace.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember her on Monday, February 22, 2016 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A funeral home service was conducted on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 by the Rev. Thomas H. Chevalier. Burial followed at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Rd., Schuylerville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saratoga Bridges NYSARC Saratoga Co. Chapter, 16 Saratoga Bridges Blvd, Ballston Spa, NY 12020 or Northeastern NY Alzheimer’s Association, Pine West Plaza, Building 4 Suite 405, Washington Ave. Ext., Albany, NY 12205 or a charity of your choice.
The joy of her presence and humor will be missed by all.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com
