John Carroll

John Patrick Carroll SARATOGA SPRINGS - John Patrick Carroll had 45 years on this planet, proving himself a loving son and brother; indulging his passion for sports in general and horse racing in particular; gaining a great many friends, winning the hand of his life’s love, and raising the apple of his eye. While his heart gave out far too soon on Sunday, January 3, 2016 at all times it remained passionate, steadfast and true to family and friends. Not once did he falter, coping with occasional health setbacks while embracing each and every day he was given, never losing sight of the fact that the moments spent in the presence of those closest to him were exquisite gifts not to be taken for granted. John was a native of Greenwich, the son of Saratoga natives Mary Ellen and Dr. Bill Carroll. He graduated from Greenwich High School, then Hamilton College, where he was a brother of Alpha Delta Phi. A specialist in the sales of medical equipment, he was employed by Acclarent, a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson. When beginning his career, John lived in Buffalo, where his roommate introduced him to Julie DiSarno. While he always enjoyed the company of friends, his life came into focus with that introduction, and Julie and John began a courtship that, after 4½ years, led to marriage and the welcomed addition of Julie’s parents, Jim and Pat, to his family. And then came Anna Elise, now 11 and the greatest gift Julie and John gave one another. Summer days sharing tall lemonades and bags of popcorn with their daughter were the most treasured in their nearly 22 years together. Those fortunate to have gotten to know John will remember him as fervently loyal and bright, armed with a quick and sharp wit, someone who treasured laughter, kindness, intelligence and, like everyone in his family, a winning pari-mutuel ticket. John had the company of two loving siblings: a sister, Annie, of Los Angeles, and a brother, Dr. Jim Carroll, who is raising four children with his wife, Tracey, in East Longmeadow, Mass. John is also survived by several cousins, countless friends and the warm wishes of all he came to know. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 7pm Wednesday, January, Jan. 6, 2016 at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (584-5373). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10am Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016 at St. Clement’s Church, 231 Lake Ave. by the Rev. Timothy F. Keating, C.Ss.R. Burial will be private. Flowers are gracefully declined. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.