GLENS FALLS – Kenneth Scott Way Sr., 44, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 5, 2024.

He was born on August 22, 1979, at Glens Falls Hospital to Debbie Welch (Pruiksma) and Kenneth L. Way.

After attending Glens Falls High School, he enlisted in the US Army and proudly served his tour of duty in Bosnia from 1998 to 2001.

Scott was a "top-notch" Auto Mechanic gaining specialized training while working at Nemer Ford in Queensbury, NY. He then went on to achieve a Computer Science Degree at ITT Technical Institute.

Scott had the biggest heart imaginable and was a constant light in the lives of others. In his free time he was passionate about helping anyone and everyone with anything, especially their vehicles. He also enjoyed building model planes and cars. But most of all, Scott loved his children and grandchildren endlessly, spending time with and caring for them tirelessly whenever they needed him.

Scott is survived by his children, Richelle Reanna Way (Lucas Ziegler) of Wynantskill, Bailee Marie Way (Jared Bruno) of Queensbury, Kenneth Scott Way, Jr. of Queensbury, Charlotte Louise Way, and Zoey Maryann Way of Glens Falls; baby granddaughters, Reese Reanna Ziegler of Wynantskill, and Viviana Simone Bruno of Queensbury; brother, Justin Paul Way (Audra Way) of Queensbury; nieces, Riley Ann Way, and Katherine Marie Way of Queensbury; parents, Debbie and Robert Welch of Queensbury, Kenneth and Kim Way of Queensbury; maternal grandparents, James and Marie Ann Pruiksma of Queensbury.  Also, many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He is predeceased by his paternal grandparents and former mother-in-law, Lisa Civitello.

Special thanks to Scott's former wife, Michelle Way, and fiancé Michael Martin of Queensbury for always being there and helping him when he needed it most.

Calling hours are scheduled from 11a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at the Baker Funeral Home, 11 Lafayette Street, Queensbury, New York 12804.

Burial with full military honors will take place at the Gerald B. H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 1 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023
Merrifield, VA 22116-7023.

Condolences may be sent directly to Baker Funeral Home, or through www.bakerfuneralhome.com.