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OBITUARIES Virginia M. Ostrander
Saratoga Springs – Virginia M. Ostrander went home on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 at the age of 93. Born on September 5, 1917 in Jefferson, NY, she was the daughter of the late Burton and Helen Turk Fuller. Virginia and “Pete” moved to Malta in 1943 and opened Pete’s Garage and Virginia’s Cabins running them both for a number of years. She was an avid gardener and very active in her church, Soul Saving Station. In addition to her parents, Virginia was predeceased by her husband Everett “Pete” Ostrander and her brother Burton Fuller. Virginia is survived by her two sons, Terry Ostrander and his wife Arlene of West Charlton, NY, Ronald Ostrander and his wife Sandra of Lafayette, NJ; three grandchildren, Bonnie Frederick and her husband Donald of West Charlton, NY, Darcy Damon and her
husband Rob of Manassas, VA, Torri Koppenal and her husband William of Newton, NJ; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. Relatives and friends gathered on Friday, November 26, 2010 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. A funeral service followed. The family would like to thank the staff on 2 Springs of Wesley Nursing Home for the love, care and compassion they gave to Virginia and her family. Burial followed at Briggs Cemetery in Ballston Spa. Memorials may be made to The Wesley Foundation, 131 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or the charity of one’s choice. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
Sandra A. Welden Saratoga Springs – Sandra A. Welden of Marvin Street passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2010 in the loving arms of her beloved daughter Darcy at Saratoga Hospital. She was 68. Born on November 21, 1942 in Glens Falls, she was the daughter of the late Harry P. and Ruth E. Leonard Dailey. Sandra was a employed as a Mental Health Aide at the Wilton Developmental Center. In addition to her parents, Sandra was predeceased by her husband Joseph W. Welden. Survivors include three children, Darcy (Delroy) Ballentine of Port Charlotte, FL; Elizabeth Krakat and Mark Welden, of Saratoga Springs; her brothers-in-law, George Welden of
Ballston Spa and Frank (Agnes) Welden of Greenfield Center; her sisters-in-law, Marsha Klementowski of Harlem, GA, Mary (William) King of Saratoga Springs, Frances (Charles) Haviland of Wilton and Lucy Welden of Saratoga Springs; 13 grandchildren and 6 greatgrandchildren. There were no calling hours. Burial was private. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (5845373). Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
Helen Peets Petro Saratoga Springs – Helen Peets Petro of Railroad Place passed away Sunday, Nov. 28, 2010 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 80. Born on March 23, 1930 in Rochester, NY, she was the daughter of the late M. Sheldon Peets and Thelma Riley Peets and was also predeceased by her husband, Ernest G. Petro. Survivors include her three sisters, Veronica Spillane, Barbara (Donald) Corp and Karen (George) Kuehn; two nephews, Donald S. Corp and Gary A. Kuehn; her very special cousin, Robert (Loretta) Smith and several great nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember her on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2010) at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing and Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Wednesday in the Church of St. Peter, 241 Broadway, by the Rev. Neil Draves-Arpaia. Burial followed in St. Peter’s Cemetery, West Ave. in Saratoga Springs Donations may be made in her name to a charity of one’s choice. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
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Friday, December 3, 2010
Robert (Red) C. Squires
Saratoga Springs – Robert (Red) C. Squires died unexpectedly Saturday evening, November 27, 2010 at his residence. He was 62. Bob was born on February 12, 1948 in Johnstown, NY. He was predeceased by his parents, Esther (Graver) Squires and William Squires. “Red” loved every aspect of the outdoors from fishing, bow hunting, golfing to just being a part of nature itself. His unconditional love for his family and friends was an inspiration to many. He had a zest for life and found joy and amusement in the simplest of moments. His sense of humor was appreciated by everyone who knew him. He was an avid sports fan, particularly hockey, and he was a former semi-pro football player for the Colonials. He could always be seen at hockey games at
the Glens Falls Civic Center with his daughter, Heather. Bob was proudest of his daughter, Heather and her many accomplishments as a young woman, an equestrian trainer and her appreciation for his sense of humor.
High School. She then worked as a medical receptionist for Dr. Cetner, retiring after several years. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband Jeff Carpenter, three sons, Charles Leary of Stillwater, Jeff Carpenter and Adam Carpenter of Saratoga Springs, four sib-
Survivors include his beloved and cherished daughter, Heather (Queenie) A. Squires, of Cary, NC; his brothers, Dr. William Squires of Chesterfield, VA; Charles (Charlie) Squires of Rome, NY; Douglas (Pup) of High Point, NC; his sister, Christine Bletsch of Sheffield Village, OH; his loving companion, Jean I. Duffy, and his former spouse, Elizabeth Squires. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends joined the family for a celebration of Red’s life on Wednesday, December 1, 2010 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
Joan Charlotte (Pohlman) O’Rourke Saratoga Springs – Joan Charlotte (Pohlman) O’Rourke of Ludlow St. passed away Monday, Nov. 29, 2010 at Saratoga Hospital. She was 79. Born on April 9, 1931 in Brooklyn, she was a daughter of the late Eugene M. and Charlotte (Wegener) Pohlman and was a 1948 graduate of Kew-Forest School. A 1952 graduate of Skidmore College, she received her Masters degree from Teachers College at Columbia University in Health and Physical Education in 1956. She was the first girl’s physical education teacher at Voorheesville (NY) Central School for grades K thru 12. A teacher at Adelphi Academy in Brooklyn, she also taught part-time at Skidmore College and for seven years at St. Mary’s Parochial School in Ballston Spa. She helped establish the Schuylerville Youth program and was an avid genealogist for over 20 years and was a proud member of the Heritage Hunters. A president of the
Skidmore College Alumni Club, she served as the acting 1952 class president and currently served as secretary and was chairman for several of her class reunions. A former girl scout leader and assistant 4H leader, she was area chairman for the Girl Scout Council. A former president of the Junior High School PTA and Saratoga Springs High School PTA, she served on the area PTA Board of Directors. Joan was a past president of the Citizen’s Committee for Mental Health and a member of the board of directors of Transitional Services. She ran the Saratoga Day Care Center and was a member of Bethesda Episcopal Church. Joan was a Master Gardener and enjoyed the time she spent in her garden. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two sons, R. Michael O’Rourke and Gene P. O’Rourke, her husband, Richard G. O’Rourke and a brother, E. Calvin Pohlman. Survivors include her daughters,
Loraine J. O’Rourke-Brown of Saratoga Springs and Donna A. Martin of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA; five grandchildren, Kip G. O’Rourke-Brown of NYC, Lona C. O’Rourke-Brown of Deerfield Beach, FL, Chad M. O’Rourke-Brown of Saratoga Springs, Amanda N. Martin and Kevin T. Martin, both of Cardiffby- the-Sea, CA; one nephew, Donald E. Pohlman of Glendale, NY and a niece, Linda J. Pohlman Schreck of LaGrangeville, NY. Relatives and friends gathered on Thursday, Dec. 2, 2010 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs. The Rev. Thomas T. Parke conducted a funeral service also at the funeral home. Burial will be Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at the family plot in Greenridge Cemetery, Lincoln Avenue in Saratoga Springs. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
Richard E. Sanford, Sr. Gansevoort – Richard E. Sanford, Sr. of Saratoga Road passed away at his residence on Friday, November 26, 2010. He was 65. Born on January 30, 1945 in Saratoga Springs, he was a son of the late Leslie and Dorothy (Snyder) Sanford. He is the husband of Marion (McMaster) Sanford whom he married on November 17, 1962. Mr. Sanford worked as a mechanic and driver for Sanford and Sons Garage. He enjoyed hot cars and
motorcycles and spent a great deal of time riding around with his CB radio and police scanner on Route 9. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family and his grandchildren. In addition to his wife of 48 years, Marion, he is survived by a daughter, Wendy Sanford of Gansevoort; a son, Richard (Tammy) Sanford, Jr. of Rensselaer; and his eight grandchildren; Crystal, Katie May, Alex, Devon, Cali, Mikayla, Alyssa and Aly.
Janet Carpenter Stillwater – Janet Carpenter of Gronczniak Road passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2010 at the home of her sister. She was 51. Born on March 9, 1959 in Saratoga Springs, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Helen (Evans) Whitney. Janet graduated from Saratoga Springs
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lings, Rich Whitney of Wilton, Mike Whitney, Dan Whitney and Sally Doss, all of Stillwater and her very special canine friend Buddy. Relatives and friends may call from 3 to 4:30 pm on Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North
Relatives and friends may call today, Friday, Dec. 3, 2010 from noon until 1 pm at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway in Saratoga Springs. A funeral service will follow at 1 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in the family plot at the Gurn Springs Cemetery, Rt. 9, Gansevoort. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
Send your Broadway, Saratoga Springs. Funeral services will follow at 4:30 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneral home.com.
obituaries to Anne Proulx at aproulx@saratoga publishing.com.