We are a vibrant woman owned business providing complete care and support to all
A full service funeral home offering at-need & pre-need funeral, burial & cremation services for people from all walks of life, religious affiliations & cultural backgrounds.
09/02/2025
It’s Tuesdays with Teddy! 🐾 Teddy is wagging his tail with excitement as we get ready for “Create a Canvas of Memories” on September 17th—but he needs your help. We’re collecting old magazines and craft supplies to make sure there’s plenty to share as everyone creates meaningful memory boards to honor their loved ones. If you’ve got extras at home, drop them off at Townley & Wheeler, and together we’ll turn them into something beautiful. Teddy says thank you for helping spread love, creativity, and remembrance! 📰✂️💛✨
08/20/2025
Brian Temperine, 60, devoted 38 years to the U.S. Department of Transportation, retiring as a Division Administrator. A passionate sports fan and golfer, he cherished time spent with loved ones, proudly supporting the Eagles, Phillies, and even Penn State.
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08/20/2025
Bruce S. Gardner, 82, was a devoted family man and dedicated community member who spent 35 years as a manufacturing engineer at General Electric. A passionate craftsman and racing enthusiast, he found joy in woodworking, hydroplane racing, and tending his gentleman’s farm alongside his beloved pup, Champ.
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08/12/2025
Michael J. Mancino, Jr. was a man of curiosity and creativity, a proud Vietnam veteran, and a generous soul who poured his time and talents into the communities he loved. His kindness, spirit, and service will be remembered and carried forward by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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08/11/2025
Rudolph “Rudy” Beerle, 97, lived a life full of adventure, style, and laughter, serving his country in both WWII and the Korean War before building a long, happy life with his beloved wife of 63 years, Joan. Known for his wit, impeccable style, and love of family, Rudy will be remembered as the coolest man in the room who brought joy to everyone around him. https://www.townleywheelerfh.com/obituaries/Rudolph-Beerle?obId=43912842
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08/09/2025
Karyl Smith was a devoted teacher and loving wife, mother, and friend who dedicated her life to education, family, and time spent at The Great Sacandaga Lake. She will be remembered for her kindness, commitment, and the joy she brought to those around her.
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08/05/2025
In Loving Memory of Gordon J. Brewster. A proud veteran, skilled mechanic and above all else, beloved husband, father and grandfather. He will be missed.
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08/05/2025
🎓🐾 It’s Tuesdays with Teddy… and this weekend we celebrated Aisling’s graduation with one last hoorah before she heads off to Penn State!
There was sunshine, laughter, and plenty of treats (for me and the humans). I don’t know much about college, but I do know I’m going to miss her. Big time. 💛
Good luck, Aisling—you’re going to be amazing!
07/28/2025
In Loving Memory of Maribeth B. Scholz. A loving wife and mother, who enjoyed gardening and loved all animals, especially cats. She will be greatly missed.
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07/25/2025
A proud Army veteran and lifelong Chicago sports fan, Jim was known for his dedication to family, his joyful spirit, and a fulfilling career that ranged from sales to his favorite role—driving a school bus for Shenendehowa Central Schools.
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07/22/2025
A devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life centered around faith, family, and creating meaningful traditions—from holiday gatherings to cherished camping trips and mother-daughter getaways. A kind and thoughtful soul, she shared her warmth through community involvement, homemade treats, heartfelt cards, and a deep love for gardening, church, and the people she held dear.
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07/22/2025
We are saddened to share the passing of Michael D. Tolan, who died peacefully at home on July 20, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was a beloved educator, devoted father, and passionate fan of history, music, and the New Jersey Devils.
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Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home is celebrating our 70thyear of service in the communities of Burnt Hills, Ballston Lake and the surrounding areas. We are carrying on a lasting tradition of trusted service and loving care to families who are in need before, during and after their time of loss.
Since 1949, our services have helped individuals to pre-plan their funerals, responding to immediate need death calls, care and supervision of funeral services and final disposition as well as aftercare assistance, community outreach and memorial creation. We provide these services for people from all walks of life, religious affiliations and cultural backgrounds and we are mindful of the diverse range of traditions associated with handling the loss of a loved one. We provide a caring and loving environment for families and friends to gather for visitations and memorial services at our beautifully renovated and maintained home.
In 1949, Wendell Townley and his wife, Jane, bought the home from the Leffingwell family. Together, they raised five children here and established a longstanding commitment to the community. Sons, Harold and Frank Townley continued to carry on the faithful work that their father and mother dedicated their lives to in 1979. In 2013, Kathleen A. Lowes Sanvidge purchased the home and has since carried on the longstanding tradition of providing the highest level of care and service to the community. Kathleen is a first- generation Licensed Funeral Director with 29 years of experience. She is certified in the State of NY as a Women Business Enterprise and is currently the only female Licensed Funeral Director in the State to hold the WBE designation.
During the past six years, she has worked tirelessly to improve and enhance both the physical building and the caliber of services she offers. Her reputation for being caring, warm-hearted and consummately professional has caused her business to grow steadily since she took over.
The beautiful 1920’s home situated amid the town of Ballston serves as a residence for Kathleen, her fiancé, Zoltan and Kathleen’s children, as well as a place of respite and solace for all who grieve. In addition to the chapel, which accommodates both burial and cremation services, there is an arrangement area where families can gather to make final plans for their loved ones and her home is open to all she serves. Everyone is welcome to gather in the kitchen and living space of the home. “Nothing sets us apart more than the unique, quaint attention that each family receives here. We feel privileged to host everyone as our guest.” We have recently expanded our front entryway and porch to accommodate large gatherings and offer a space to keep warm and out of the elements during inclement weather. Our large parking area makes it easy for people to park and visit; and, we have valets on hand, as well as a newly renovated handicap access ramp.
Incidentally, Kathleen Sanvidge is also owner of Valiant Monument Design, an ancillary business that offers monument, engraving and installation for families.
The funeral home’s customer base is, naturally, inclusive of all members of the surrounding community and the market we serve is largely southern Saratoga and Schenectady County; although, we can also serve families from out of town and across the country.
We are actively involved in several different organizations, including the Southern Saratoga Chamber of Commerce, BHBLBPA, NYS Funeral Directors Association, National funeral Directors’ Association and several other local and regional organizations.
Townley & Wheeler Funeral home is on the vanguard of new concepts and renovations and we continually strive to achieve the highest level of excellence in our work. One of the most important components of that work is to care for the body of the deceased during the embalming and preparation process. Recently, we completed the build of our state-of-the art embalming facility. Here, we will be able to offer those in our care the benefit of the most modern and up to date equipment available. Our goal is to preserve the dignity of the individual and offer the most comfort to the families, who will be secure in the knowledge that their loved ones are treated with respect and love from the time of death until they are laid to rest.
There are many new and exciting ideas up and coming for TWFH so keep an eye out for our future accomodations and goals.
