Earl R. Bishop Jr.

Earl R Bishop Jr, 50 passed away Saturday May 24, 2025, at Saratoga hospital.

Born June 22, 1974, in Albany NY, he was the son of the late Earl Sr., and Elizabeth Bishop. 

Mr. bishop grew up in the village of Colonie where he attended Colonie Central High School, and later went on to graduate from the Schenectady Community College Culinary Arts program. Earl’s passion for the culinary arts was boundless, spending almost 30 years in the kitchen and being a part of several great restaurants including Peddlers Bar and Bistro where he was the original Executive Chef for over a decade. He was also the winner of the Saratoga County Chowder Fest and was also featured on the cover on magazines. Earl truly lived for making great food and great experiences for his quests and family. 

Earl is survived by his son Austin Bishop, as well as his brother Peter (Diane) Smith and Sister Patty (Tim) Lanahan. 

Friends and family are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie NY 12205.