Brian D. Sanford

Brian D. Sanford, 56, of Broadalbin, died on Monday, May 13, 2024 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Amsterdam on November 16, 1967, a son of Verlene Wilcox Tierney and the late Thomas A. Sanford. He was a 1985 graduate of Perth High School and a lifelong Broadalbin resident. Brian was considered a “jack of all trades” and had many interests and talents. He was the former owner and operator of Sanford Paving which later became Sanford Trucking & Excavating. His greatest professional accomplishment was the establishment of Seneca Ridge Housing Development in Broadalbin. Most recently, he worked with Bradley Reed Enterprises, Inc. in trucking. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Broadalbin, the Sacandaga Boating Club, and a very passionate member of the Seneca Nation of Indians. He enjoyed being outdoors, particularly boating, and camping. Brian loved being the captain of his boat and spent a lot of time on The Great Sacandaga Lake, particularly Sand Island. When he wasn’t on the lake he was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Brian was always the life of the party and loved playing poker with friends, visiting casinos, and traveling. In addition to his father, Brian was predeceased by his beloved grandmother, Julia Sanford and his stepfather, Steve Tierney. Survivors include the beloved mother of his children and former spouse, Jennifer Sanford of Northville; his three loving children, Brian T. Sanford of New York, NY, Mark T. Sanford and Jillian Sanford, both of Broadalbin; his mother, Verlene Tierney of Broadalbin; his brothers, Thomas (Pamella Colasanti) of Broadalbin, Robert (Laurie Taylor) of Marco Island, FL, and Toby Sanford of Albany; his sisters, Kimberly (Bill) Sikora of Broadalbin and Susan (Mike) Dygon of Amsterdam; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends. Cremation was performed by Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 3-5 p.m. at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc., 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown. A prayer service will follow at 5 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Dr. Patricia Bush, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to NACoA (National Assoc. for Children of Addiction in care of the funeral home or donate online at nacoa@nacoa.org.

Brian D. Sanford

November 16, 1967 - May 13, 2024

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November 16, 1967 - May 13, 2024

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