SACANDAGA LAKE — Mick (Michael J.) Kearney, passed away suddenly at the age of 62 in his home on Thursday September 3, 2015.
Born on January 24, 1953 in Glens Falls, NY, Mick was the son the late Arthur J. (former mayor of Saratoga Springs) and Phyllis Mosler Kearney. Mick spent his life caring for animals. No matter if they were big or small, wild or domestic, horse or hound, Mick devoted his life to making sure the animals around him were treasured. While he cared for all animals, Mick’s undeniable passion revolved around horses. In 1989, Mick helped build Manhassett Farm, a 150-acre thoroughbred training facility. During his successful horse training career, Mick hand-raised many champion thoroughbreds who raced courses from Saratoga to Belmont. Mick was a proud dedicated father and was his daughter’s biggest fan throughout her running career.
In his later years, Mick reveled in his love for all things mechanical, working at Global Foundries as an Operating Engineer and running his own company, Mick’s Excavating and Trucking. He often committed his time to the construction of his own houses, barns, rabbit resorts for his granddaughters, or helping friends and neighbors with their home projects. His impeccable attention to detail was always apparent in his astounding finished work. Mick enjoyed traveling to the island of St. Martin, where he lived for several years. To all those that knew him, Mick had a unique zest for life. As a bit of a jokester, his witty sense of humor and practical jokes brought many laughs to those around him. He will truly be missed but never forgotten by those he laughed with, lived for and loved.
In addition to his parents, Mick was predeceased by his sister Arlis.
Mick is survived by his daughter, Mesha M. Brewer; his two granddaughters Emma (13) and Ava (8) Brewer; his brother, Arthur M. Kearney; his significant other, Susan Genesi; and his beloved dog, Bailey, who never left his side.
Relatives and friends gathered to remember him on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at the William J. Burke and Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes of Saratoga Springs where a funeral service was held by the Rev. Thomas H. Chevalier, pastor. Family and friends shared their remembrances of Mick following the service. Burial was private.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
