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OBITUARIES
Isabell L. Shaw Ross
Robert J. Coveney
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Isabell L. Shaw Ross was called home on December 28, 2016 to the awaiting arms of her beloved husband, Augustus. Isabell passed away in the comfort of her own home with her beloved cat Lucky by her side. She was a fighter, as stubborn as they came, but she won in the end. She will be missed by her neighbors, who always stopped by to chat as she ‘held court’ on her Andrews Street porch. She is survived by her three children, Carol A. Pulver of Sarasota, FL, her son, Augustus J. Ross III and his wife Diane of Saratoga Springs, her daughter, Barbara Ross-Cassidy and her husband Timothy, also of Saratoga Springs. Her husband Augustus, a brother, John, sister, Jayne, son-in-law, Kenneth, and a grandson-in-law, Levi Jenkins all preceded her in death. She is survived by her two sisters, Joy Shaw Tucker of Texas and Dawn Shaw Vitek of Florida, eight grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Sara Mattison for always being there in her time of need, and also Community Hospice of Saratoga. Isabell’s Granddaughter, Kyla Jenkins, was always there to brighten her spirits and spending time with her great-grandson, Alex. Calling hours were held on Sunday, January 1, 2017 at the William J. Burke and Son/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Home at 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 2; burial followed at St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Contributions in Isabell’s name may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga Springs, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
MALTA — Robert J. Coveney, age 79, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at the Grand Canyon National Park. He was born on July 8, 1937 in Ossining, NY, the son of the late Jeramiah Coveney and Caroline Voelker Coveney. Robert graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1954. After graduating he joined the Armed forces in 1956 to serve his country. Robert served in the Navy for four years, the Army for twenty-two years. He completed four tours in Vietnam as a member of special forces and, later, the military police. The military suited his sense of order and his code of loyalty; he was proud to have served. Upon his retirement from the Army, he joined the United States Post Office and worked in several Capital District locations. In later years, his passion was animal welfare. He supported several local animal charities as well as Wolf Haven in Washington State. He loved his animals, Bromley, who died in 2015, the new dog Finn and Venus, the feline. Bob enjoyed bluegrass and Irish traditional music and, despite being technologically adverse, learned to enjoy them on his MP3 player and on his laptop. He and his wife enjoyed traveling. Robert is survived by his beloved wife Susan; son, Joseph Coveney; daughter, Maureen Goldsmith; brotherin-law, Robert Smith and his wife, Ellen “Bat”; four grandchildren, Sean and Megan Goldsmith, Nick and Jake Coveney and three great-grandchildren, Brayden, Austin and Cayson Bennett. He is preceded in death by his parents and his first wife, Madolyn Curtain. Calling hours were held on Thursday, January 5, 2017 at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Interment with military honors were also held Thursday, January 5, 2017 at the Gerald B.H. Solomon, Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY. In lieu of flowers donations in honor of Robert can be made to HOPE@hopeanimalrescue.org. Arrangements are under the direction of Compassionate Funeral Care, Inc, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. If you wish to express your online condolences or view the Obituary, please visit our website at www.compassionatefuneralcare.com
Mary Seck Wickizer SARATOGA SPRINGS — Mary Seck Wickizer died on Monday, January 2, 2017 at Saratoga Hospital in the presence of her family. Mary was a communicant of Our Lady of Sorrows in Vestal, NY and recently of The Church of St. Peter in Saratoga Springs. She was devoted to her Catholic faith and to her family. Mary was born on April 5, 1912 in Sayre, PA and was most recently a resident of the Embury Apartments, Wesley Community. She will be remembered for her joyful spirit and her genuine enthusiasm for all that life had to offer. In addition to her parents and husband, Edward S. Wickizer, she was predeceased by her sisters, Julia Olmstead, Rose Butch and Ann Wolf and her brothers, John, Michael, Andy and Joseph Seck. Survivors include her beloved son Robert (Joyce) Wickizer of Saratoga Springs; grandchildren, Alan (Megan) Wickizer, Chappaqua, NY, Lauren Wickizer (Francesco D’Amico), Ballston Spa, and Linda Jansen, also of Ballston Spa; great-grandchildren, Craig Wickizer, Cheryl Wickizer and Christopher Guerriero. She was the cherished “Aunt Mary” to many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to meet with the family at the Church of St. Peter in Saratoga Springs on Friday, Jan. 6 at 10 a.m. A prayer service will follow at 11 a.m.
Marilyn Kane-Parker BALLSTON SPA — Marilyn Kane-Parker of Ballston Spa passed away Friday, December 23, 2016 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 61. Born February 20, 1955, in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of Dr. Barry and Carol Kane. She was a graduate of Smithtown High School, where she was editor of the yearbook. She completed her undergraduate studies at SUNY Stony Brook and SUNY Potsdam, where she was a member of Alpha Kappa Phi (AGO). Marilyn went on to study at The University of California San Diego for her masters. For the past 20 plus years, she has been teaching in New York State. She was the beloved art teacher at Saratoga Independent School (SIS) for many years, up until fall of 2016.
Week of January 6 – January 12, 2017 Marilyn is survived by her parents, Dr. Barry and Carol Kane of Fort Mill, SC; her daughter, Adrienne Parker of Saratoga Springs; her son, Ian Parker of Ballston Spa; her brothers, Steven Kane of Queens and Christopher Kane of Fort Mill, SC; her sister, Catherine Lee of Thompson, PA, along with nieces, nephews and many close family friends. Calling hours were held on Friday, December 30, 2016 followed by a memorial service both held at the Round Lake United Methodist Church in Round Lake. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Saratoga Arts Center, 320 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 in Marilyn’s name.
Robert “Bobby” Johnson GREENWICH — Robert “Bobby” Johnson, 38, passed away December 20, 2016 at Albany Memorial Hospital from Biliary Duct Cancer. He was born October 6, 1978 in Glens Falls and was the son of Richard and Mary Ostrander Johnson of Greenwich. Bobby was a graduate of Greenwich High School Class of 1997 and went on to graduate from Skidmore College in 2001. He was a 4-year starter on the Skidmore Basketball Team and was Captain his senior year. After graduation, he moved to Boston for several years, and was presently employed at Powers Construction in Queensbury. He loved coaching basketball, AAU, and had been the Assistant Basketball Coach at SUNY Adirondack. He was currently working to receive his Personal Trainer Certification. He was predeceased by his infant brother, Billy; grandparents, Judge John L. and Frances Quinn Ostrander, Wesley and Jean Johnson; cousin, Pat Casey; Aunt Margie and Uncle Donald Glastetter. Survivors in addition to his parents include his best friend and sister, Darya Johnson of Greenwich; Aunts and Uncles Gail and Paul Casey, Lauretta Ostrander, El and Den Piatz, Becky and David Howard; cousins, Kevin and Erin Casey, Tristan Howard, Catherine McGrath, Mackenzie and Mike Piatz, Taylor Laspisa; two close second cousins, Donna and Tim Bearor and Sandy Glastetter. The family would like to thank the outstanding staff at Albany Memorial Hospital ICU, Dr. Riuis, Charmaine Miskinis RN, Jen Moore RN, and staff nurse Michelle RN, Director of Unit Valerie Rivituso RN, and the Emergency and Critical Care Staff, also Dr. Richard Hughes in Glens Falls, and Dr. James Puleo of Albany Gastroenterology. A funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial donations can be made in his memory to the Easton Greenwich Rescue Squad, PO Box 84, Greenwich, NY 12834, Cossayuna Fire Department, 21 Bunker Hill Rd., Cossayuna, NY 12834, or Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517. Arrangements are under the direction of Flynn Bros. Inc. Funeral Home, 80 Main St., Greenwich, NY 12834. Online remembrances can be made at www.flynnbrosinc.com
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