Delaphine Farenell

Delaphine Haynes Farenell SARATOGA SPRINGS - Delaphine Haynes Farenell, 84, passed away November 24, 2014 at Wesley Health Care Center. Born in Syracuse, NY, on May 21, 1930, she was the daughter of Earl and Hazel DeGroat Haynes. Upon graduating Saratoga Springs High School, she began a career as an operator with the New York Telephone Company. She married Mellio “Buck” Farenell in 1951. After taking time to raise her family, she became an Avon Representative, attaining President’s Club and Honor Society status over her 35 years with that company. She was also active in the community as a member of the Junior Civic League, Saratoga Springs Historical Society, Heritage Garden Club, Wilton Heritage Society and Friends of Grant Cottage. She’ll best be remembered for her loving and active role in her children’s and grandchildren’s lives. Delaphine was predeceased by her parents, husband and baby daughter Susan. She is survived by her children, Larry Farenell (Julia) of Queensbury, Lynn Farenell of Milton, and Stephen Farenell of Saratoga Springs, grandchildren Paul (Charlotte) Todd of Schenectady, Sheree (Mark) Allen of Queensbury, Daniel (Brooke) Todd of Clifton Park, Andrew Farenell of Queensbury, and Erika Olsson-Farenell of Wilmington, NC, and great grandchildren Skyler and Kyan Allen and Zachary Todd and her 3 siblings Joyce DiVesto and Thomas (Cathy) Haynes of Fort Pierce, FL and David (Lou) Haynes of Texas. Delaphine will be buried in a private ceremony on December 1, 2014. There are no calling hours. The family wishes to thank the staff of 2 Victoria and 4 Springs at Wesley Health Care Center for their kindness and care. Memorial contributions can be made to The Wesley Foundation, 131 Lawrence St, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. 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.