SARATOGA SPRINGS — John G. Gilooly, 67, passed away on September 3, surrounded by his loving family after a long battle with brain cancer.
Born on November 6, 1945 in Troy, to the late John and Catherine Gilooly, John attended Catholic Central High School. and graduated with a B.S. in accounting from SUNY at Buffalo.
He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Munich, Germany. John had a passion for his work and had a CPA practice in Clifton Park and Saratoga Springs. He was a member of NYSCPA, AICPA and a member of the Professional Achievement Registry.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 45 years, Paula Jones Gilooly, his cherished children Kristin Sica (Christopher), Lisa Pittman (Trey) and Sean Gilooly. He was the adored Papa to Ashley and Liam Pittman and Carter and Lily Sica. Also surviving are his sister Patricia Breen, brothers Albert (Vicki) and Richard (Charlene) Gilooly and Mother in law Mary Jones. Also, several nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to thank Drs. Richard Farrell, Scott Morris and Susan Weaver and her staff at NYOH. Also, Tammy, Trish, Laurie and Karen his Hospice angels and Frank and Janice DiNuzzo who gave him much love and support.
Friends and family may call on Sunday, September 8 from 4-6 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Ave., Saratoga Springs.
A mass with Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday September 9 at 9 a.m. in St. Clements Catholic Church.
