James F. Lyng

Lyng, James F. STILLWATER James F. Lyng of Hudson Avenue, died suddenly on the evening of Sunday, September 11, 2016, while doing one of his favorite things, watching football. Jim was born in Copenhagen, N.Y., to Leon Patrick and Grace Flannery Lyng. Jim grew up in Sackets Harbor, N.Y., graduating from Sackets Harbor High School. He then pursued his Bachelor's degree at Clarkson University. After graduating from college, he secured his first job with Republic Aviation. He was then drafted into the U.S Army and spent most of his enlistment at the Savannah River Site, Aiken, Ga. Upon his return from the military, Jim began employment with the State of New York. During the 1960s, he was in charge of real estate for S.U.N.Y. Following the expansion of the S.U.N.Y. campuses to their current state, he functioned as executive director of the S.U.N.Y. Central administration, including the 64 campuses. After retiring from the S.U.N.Y., he became the judge in the Town of Halfmoon. Over the years, Jim has been very involved with Saratoga A.R.C. N.K.A. Saratoga Bridges. He served in various positions, including president of the Board and as a member of the State Committee. Jim leaves behind his loving wife and dance partner, Gail Hutchins Lyng "Gigi"; his daughter, Laura (Peter) Good of Harrisburg, Pa.; grandchildren, Joe and Sarah; his son, Andrew (Lisa) Lyng of Clifton Park; grandson, Dan; his daughter, Mary Ellen (Richard) Braisted of River Edge, N.J.; and grandchildren David, Michael and Tyler. He also leaves two step-children, Curtis (Michelle) Brand of Milton; and grandchildren, Zachary and Jordan; Julene (Keith) Patch of Burnt Hills; and grandchildren, Alicia and Nicole. He was predeceased by his sister, Beverly Daley of Waddington, N.Y.; and is survived by his brother, Alfred (Polly) Lyng of Wellesley, Mass.; and his brother-in-law, Bud Daley of Waddington and many nieces and nephews with whom he had a special relationship. Jim was a life member of the Mechanicville Stillwater Elks and a member of the Mechanicville American Legion post 91. Calling hours will be Thursday from 3-7 p.m. at the DeVito-Salvadore Funeral Home, 39 S. Main St., Mechanicville. A funeral service will be held Friday morning, 11 a.m., at the funeral home, with military honors and burial to follow at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Those wishing to make contributions in Jim's memory may consider Saratoga Bridges, The National Diabetes Association or a charity of choice. Please visit devito-salvadorefh.com for directions and to leave condolences.