Scott Sacala

SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY ¬— Scott J. Sacala passed away on January 19, 2026, at his home. He has taken his place of honor among the angels. He was 55 years old. 

Scott was born on October 29, 1970, in Saratoga Springs, NY. He was son to the late Diane (Jabour) and John J. Sacala. He grew up as one of four siblings. Scott worked for Pompa Brothers, Inc. until he was diagnosed with cancer three years ago. Even though he faced cancer fearlessly, defeating battles and courageously overcoming surgeries his legacy will never be defined by it and remains as this:

Scott married the love of his life, Jamie Cotter-Sacala in May 1991 and together had two daughters and created a life that songs are made of. Scott and Jamie were high school sweethearts and inseparable like a magnet and steel. Scott was so devoted to his wife and family and the beautiful house and property he built and took such great care of. He was hardworking – could fix anything, sincere, a great judge of character and a fierce friend. He always asked how you were doing, always wanted to hear your story, and would help anyone in a time of need – whether you were a close friend or a stranger. Scott was blessed to have a tribe of life-long friends and our Fishski Family and cherished time spent with them on the lake, at the racetrack, on the golf course, and by a bonfire. He loved to go camping in the Adirondacks on Indian Lake with his family, venturing out on his pontoon boat, helping in the garden, spending time with his grandchildren at the park, working with his hands, listening to music and dancing with his wife.

In addition to his father and beloved mother, Scott is predeceased by his father-in-law James Cotter and his best friend and “brother” John Dubrawski.

Scott is survived by his wife Jamie Cotter-Sacala; children Jaclyn (Darbe) Cotter-Older, Kacie (William) Cotter-Harrigan; and grandchildren Fern Cotter-Older and Blakely Cotter-Harrigan. He is also survived by his siblings Joseph (Jamie) Sacala, Mark Sacala, Belinda (Shawn) Quick; as well as his nieces, nephews, brother-in-law and sisters-in-law. He will be dearly missed.

A service will be held on January 31, 2026, at Compassionate Care Funeral Home, 402 Maple Ave, Saratoga Springs. Calling hours will be from 1-3 p.m. with a service to follow.

Relatives and friends are invited to a Celebration of Scott’s Life at the Ballston Spa American Legion Post 234, 23 Pleasant Street, Ballston Spa at 4 p.m. 

In Scott’s memory be kind, do good by your neighbor and may the force be with you.

Online remembrances may be made at compassionatefuneralcare.com.