John J. LeRoux

John J. LeRoux Saratoga Springs, NY - John J. LeRoux, 84, passed away on June 18, 2011 in Orange Park, Florida. Born in Saratoga Springs, NY on October 1, 1926, he was a longtime resident of the city. His wife Ann Marsh LeRoux predeceased him in 1982. He was also predeceased by his second wife Kathleen Farone LeRoux and stepson John Farone. John was graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, class of 1944 and the State University of New York at Oswego. He had a successful career in education in Saratoga Springs where he began as an industrial arts teacher and later became Assistant Superintendent of Schools. He retired in 1981 as the Superintendent of Schools. During his career, he was instrumental in developing many educational and athletic programs. Among them was the establishment of the Saratoga Springs High School ice hockey team and girls interscholastic sports. The Geyser Road School was dedicated in his honor. He was a member of numerous professional organizations. John was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in WWII in the Army Air Corps in the Far East and Pacific Theaters of operation. He was a member of many fraternal organizations including the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, and The Knights of Columbus. John was a talented individual who had many interests and enjoyed several hobbies. In his earlier years he spent leisure time fishing, hunting, and refinishing antique furniture. He also was an excellent, self-taught cook. John was an avid NASCAR fan, and shared his enthusiasm for this sport with his three sons. He is survived by his five children Patricia A. LeRoux Richardson of Jacksonville, FL, Philip J. (Jayne Howe) LeRoux of Fayetteville, NY, David E. (Mary) LeRoux of Eden Prairie, MN, Mark T. (Kathryn) LeRoux of Huntington, CT and Maribeth LeRoux Carroll of Jacksonville, FL; his six grandchildren Thomas, Sarah and Amy LeRoux, Ann Carroll, Harrison and Augustus LeRoux and his sister Dorothy LeRoux Lowe of McAllen, TX. He is also survived by his stepchildren, Suzanne (John) Farone Alderman of Frederick, MD, Linda (Albie) Farone Lewis of Johnsonville, NY, Joanne Farone Uris and Kathleen Farone both of Saratoga Springs, as well as four step grandchildren Elizabeth and John Alderman, Alicia Lewis and Benjamin Uris. A 12:00noon Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, July 22, 2011 at St. Clement's Church in Saratoga Springs, NY. The family will receive relatives and friends at the church following the service. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that memorial donations be made to a charity, church or Hospice of choice. Arrangements are under the direction of the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs 584-5373. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com