Jennifer L. (Tormey) McNeil Ballston Spa - Jennifer L. (Tormey) McNeil 42 of Ballston Spa, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 7, 2013 at her home after a courageous 619 day fight with pancreatic cancer. Born in Rochester, NY, on September 29, 1971 she was a graduate of Fairport High School and the Rochester Institute of Technology. She moved to Ballston Spa in 1999 and was a travel manager for AAA Northway. Jennifer was always happy and full of life. She always put everyone else before her and would help anyone she could. She enjoyed traveling, visiting new places, being outside whether it was on a boat, snow skiiing or just sitting on the patio. Jennifer’s greatest joy was spending time with her kids and family. Jennifer is survived by her husband, Donald McNeil and their children, Jessica and Ryan; mother and dad, Nancy and Art Chase of Fairport, NY, father and stepmother, John and Paula Tormey of Old Forge, NY, sisters, Coleen Iovino of Hilton, NY and Sheila Enedy (Thomas) of Rochester, NY; stepbrothers, Andrew Golden (Bonnie) of Walworth, NY and Sean Golden (Amy) of Auburn, CA; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to call on Saturday, December 14 from 10 am to 1pm at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 149 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs. A memorial service will follow at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Saratoga, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/Jenniferlmcneil/KeeptheMemoryAlive Online remembrances may be made at www.armerfuneralhome.com
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Don, I am so sorry to hear about Jennifer's passing. I never had the opportunity to meet her but I know the McNeil family well enough that you picked a real sweetheart. Hang on to all your special memories.
Fran Stephens
December 5, 2014
My Deepest condolences to you Don and your family. I hope the memories and support from family and friends during this time will carry and comfort you all. Randy Belcot
December 14, 2013
I knew Jennifer from Fairport High school. I graduated with Colleen. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was such a sweet kind person. She will be greatly missed.
Stacie (Coyne) Fell
December 13, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers and sincere condolences to all of you. We may not always understand and question with a big "WHY?" but I pray that you find strength and hope during this difficult time. Much love and peace sent to you! Huge hugs!!!!
December 13, 2013
Don, Jessica, Ryan, Nancy and Art, We are deeply saddened to hear of Jennifer's passing. We hope your memories will sustain you in your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
May God Bless you.
Michael & Kathy Murray
December 11, 2013
Donnie, our thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Deepest sympathy for the tremendous loss of a wife and mother.
Elaine and Bruce Mosher
December 11, 2013
Don and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Jennifer was such an amazing woman inside and out with a heart of gold. I am honored to have known her for the past few years. I will forever cherish the conversations we had on the sidelines of the softball fields last year. She will always hold a special place close to my heart. xoxoxo
Kim Shoemaker
December 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. So very sorry for your loss of such a wonderful strong person. Thinking so very much of the McNeil's. My deepest sympathy.
Melanie Fusco
December 11, 2013
I worked with Jennifer at AAA Northway. She is a lovely person and I am so sorry to hear of her passing. My prayers are with her family, I wish you all peace knowing she is watching over you.
Erin Burns
December 11, 2013
Don, I met you while visiting Jason & was told about your wife. I am so sorry for your loss & will keep you & your family in my thoughts & prayers. Thank God for memories!
Fran Stephens (Torok)
December 11, 2013
I never met you, Jen, but my daughter-in-law (Becky Fletcher) was a good friend of yours. She told me what a wonderful person you were so I feel I know you myself. May the angels in heaven watch over your beloved family and hold you in their arms until you can all be reunited again.
kathy arrigo
December 11, 2013
Sorry for your loss, you have a special guardian angel watching over you. thoughts and prayers
Ruth McKenna
December 11, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
December 11, 2013
Don, Ryan and Family -- Please know that we have been thinking of you and are still thinking of you in this time of need. Memories are what makes these hard days go by a little easier.
The Linn Family (Keegan from hockey)
Kelly Linn
December 11, 2013
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