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1927
DIED
2021
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Saratoga Springs, New York
James Monaco Obituary
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Brendan
September 8, 2021
So sorry to hear the news of Jim´s passing. My wife and I stopped into his farm stand every year for over 30 years on our way home from the races to buy corn and other goodies. When our kids were born, he always gave them a free apple and a bag of popcorn on the house without fail. I asked him on one of my last visits if I could take a picture with him, he agreed only if I brought him back a copy which I did the following year. I´ve attached that photo, it´s brings back great memories for me. He was a kind man with a great work ethic and an awesome sense of humor. Our visits to Saratoga will never be the same without him. RIP Jim.
Kathleen
May 15, 2021
I grew up surrounded by old Italian men who spent their lives in the garden. Jim reminded me so much of my grandfather and I loved stopping at Valley Acres to buy plants and chat with him. Every year I would wait with anticipation for him to open, hating to think that each year might be his last. In 2019 he told me he was retiring but, to my delight, he was still there with plants and Christmas wreaths in 2020. His comment to me was “I’m still alive and I like doing it”. So grateful to have known him. There are so few left. RIP
Albert & May Seaman
May 8, 2021
We just learned of Jim's passing. My husband & I will miss going to Valley Acres. Every Spring around Memorial Day weekend we stopped in and purchased what we needed for our flower & vegetable garden. Jim was a very friendly man. Always there to help and to answer any questions. It was our pleasure meeting Jim. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Jim!
Michael and Mary Ann Fitzgerald
May 2, 2021
Springtime will never be the same without Jim in the garden center, tending people and plants. Our deepest condolences to our dear cousin Cecelia. Michael and Mary Ann Fitzgerald
Ben Mirling
May 1, 2021
So sorry to learn of the death of my friend Jim. I will greatly miss shopping at Vally Acres and spending a little time with him. Jim and Valley Acres have been an important part of living in Saratoga for many years. My condolences to Cecilia. RIP my friend.
Mark Farruggia
April 26, 2021
Cecilia my condolences to you and your family on the passing of Jimmy. He will be missed by everyone he knew. God Bless you and Rest In Peace Jimmy.
Jerry Luhn
April 21, 2021
Your personal warmth, the good stories and horticultural advice you had to pass along, the great peaches and corn you carried, the summer flowers and holiday season wreaths, and even the good wines you made and gave away (despite acknowledging that you didn't even drink), all found there at the oasis shared with your Cecelia. Here's to you Jimmy; we'll remember.
Kirk & Aleah Wendell
April 21, 2021
Our sincere condolences to our neighbor around the corner.
Tara Danizio
April 20, 2021
He was a great man who taught me alot about gardening and alot of other things in the short time I got to know him and CC. You will be missed sir.
Jill P McMahon
April 20, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Jim's family from the McMahon family.
Donna Wilcox
April 20, 2021
Jimmy was such a sweet guy and wonderful husband to my cousin Cecilia. We will miss seeing you at Valley Acres.
Betty French
April 20, 2021
Sending love & prayers to the Monaco family.
Jack Lynch
April 20, 2021
Ceceila - many prayers and much love to you.
April 19, 2021
To Jim's Family and Friends,
May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
The Staff at Burke Funeral Home
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