Troy >> Edwyn L. 'Wyn' Shudt, Esq., 83, retired prominent Troy attorney of Bald Mountain Road passed away Friday, January 31, 2014 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Born in Troy, he was son of the late Roy E. Shudt and Ella Prentiss Shudt and husband of Elsie Hayner Shudt. He had resided in Center Brunswick for 49 years.
Wyn was in Private law practice for over fifty years and shared legal knowledge with many civic organizations particularly the Lansingburgh School Board and the Board of the John A. Knickerbocker Playground.
He was educated in Lansingburgh schools where he received academic and athletic honors. As Captain of the basketball team in 1947, he had the pleasure of accepting the trophy for the team which won the regional championship. He was further educated at Deerfield Academy and Williams College, again receiving academic and athletic honors. He was a member of Kappa Alpha Society.
He studied Law at Albany Law School and was awarded his degree Cum Laude and was elected to the Justinian Honor Society. Following passing the Bar in 1955, he was drafted and served in the United States Navy. He was stationed in the legal office aboard the Battleship the USS Wisconsin. He attended the Naval Justice School in Newport, RI where he was awarded honors in Military Law.
Upon his honorable discharge from service he became a member of the Troy law firm of Murphy, Aldrich, Guy, Broadwick and Simon. His private practice continued in the county and state, specializing in law pertaining to banking, education and real property.
His law firm members evolved over the years and the firm is currently known as Martin, Shudt, Wallace, De Lorenzo and Johnson in Troy.
He was attorney for the Lansingburgh School District, as well as, serving as attorney for Troy, Berlin BOCES (Rensselaer and Columbia Counties), and George Washington school districts. He was active in many organizations including a member of the Rensselaer County and New York State Bar Associations, Lansingburgh Board of Education, Lansingburgh Rotary Club, Town of Brunswick Attorney, a member of the Rensselaer County Chamber of Commerce, Troy Club, and a former President of the Rensselaer County Supreme Court Library.
Wyn was husband to Elsie Hayner Shudt for over 60 years. They met in Lansingburgh High School as teenagers. He was a generous and true friend as well to the large Hayner family into which he married.
Wyn enjoyed tennis and cruising on Lake George, Classical music and singing in the church choir. He held membership in the Van Schaick Island Country Club and the Country Club of Troy where he occasionally played golf.
Above all he enjoyed his farmland surrounding his home; and mowing the fields with his John Deere farm tractor. The open fields made it possible to snowmobile and gave him another pleasure that he enjoyed with his children and friends.
Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Derek T. (Amy) Shudt, Waterford; a daughter, Melissa (Paul) Jerominek, Brunswick; five grandchildren, Lila Brenenstuhl, Corey and Kiel Shudt, and Jack and Katie Jerominek; two great grandchildren, Ian Shudt and Ella Brenenstuhl; two nephews and two cousins. He was predeceased by a sister, Sandra Masterson.
Relatives and friends may call at the Bryce Funeral Home, Inc. 276 Pawling Avenue Troy on Tuesday from 4 - 7 PM.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, at 11 AM at the funeral home with Rev. Richard Otty, officiating.
The family is grateful to the caring and well-trained staff of the Albany County Nursing Home for their compassionate care of Wyn.
Interment will be in Elmwood Hill Cemetery Troy.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in memory of Edwyn L. Shudt to the March of Dimes Birth Defects of Northeastern New York, 4 Computer Dr W, Albany, NY 12205 or Alzheimer's Association of NENY, Pine West Plaza, Bldg 4, Suite 405, Albany, NY 12205. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com.
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m j
May 20, 2014
m j
May 20, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss of Wyn. My heart goes out to you Elsie,Melissa,Derek and family. You are in my prayers.
Bev Quinn
February 5, 2014
Dear Elsie, Melissa and Derek; I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Wyn was good to me and John when we bought our first home. I can't believe it was so many years ago that I babysat for Derek and Melissa. I have fond memories of traveling with you on family vacations. It meant so much to me.
Melanie & John Tilton
February 5, 2014
I had hoped to be able to go to the funeral today, but after working all night & all this snow, I just can't. We all loved Mr. Shudt's wit & remarks to us. He was ver pleasant his last morning with us & will be greatly missed.
His 11-7 full time nurse
Sue Baggett
February 5, 2014
MELISSA, MY HEART FELT CONDOLENSES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,MY GOD WATCH OVER YOU.
DOC & LAUREN JOHNSON
February 4, 2014
Melissa and family, very sorry to hear of your loss. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay & Nancy Coonrad
February 4, 2014
Dear Elsie and Melissa, My sincere and deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Christopher Stewart
February 4, 2014
Elsie, Melissa, Derek and Family,
Though nothing can bring back the hour
of splendor in the grass, of glory in the flower,
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind.
.... William Wordsworth
With deepest sympathy,
Heidi, Angelo, Calogero and Carly
Heidi Corina
February 4, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
February 3, 2014
Dear Elsie, Melissa and Derek:
Wyn was a beautiful person. He surely will be missed. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
The Troue Family
February 3, 2014
Dear Elsie and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Wyn was a great fellow and a true gentleman, I am sure he will be greatly missed.
Jean Riley Harris
February 3, 2014
Shudt Family;
Our sincere condolences go out to the Shudt Family, Our thoughts and prayers to all in this time of sorrow.
Dodie & Jack Byrne
February 3, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
during this difficult time.
Shirley & Jack Thomsen
February 3, 2014
Melissa, Paul, Jack, Katie and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Terry & Peggy Ryan
Peggy Ryan
February 3, 2014
Dear Mrs. Shudt, Derek and Melissa -
My condolences to you all in the loss of your husband/dad. May your happy memories help you through the void he leaves behind.
Robin Nitz-Emanatian
February 3, 2014
We wish to express our sorrow and condolences to Elsie and the family. Wyn was a good and valued friend for many years and he will be missed.
Connie & Bette Lang
February 3, 2014
Elsie, Melissa and Derek, Janet Jen and I are sorry for your loss. We all thought the world of Wyn, he was always a good friend to me and I'll always remember Wyn's guidance and support.
Jaime Thomas
February 3, 2014
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will be keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Jerominek Family
February 3, 2014
Dear Elsie-
I'm grateful to have had a chance to know Wyn while he lived with us. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Lisa Seidel
February 2, 2014
Deepest Condolences to the Shudt family, Please know that Mr Shudt was truly loved and will be greatly missed on 5-highrise
Judyane Douglas
February 2, 2014
To the family of Wyn Shudt,
May the peace that comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow.
Wyn taught me so much during my 18 years with the law firm. He was a great man, mentor and friend who will be truly missed.
Mary & Philip Walsh
Mary Walsh
February 2, 2014
To Elsie and the family and friends of "Wyn" Shudt, Esq.,
I began the private practice of law in Troy in 1972, first at 10 Second Street over Lucy's Luncheonette and later at 18 Second Street directly across the street from Wyn's law firm over Pioneer Savings Bank. The clustering of attorneys in that section of Troy afforded us ample opportunity for social interaction apart from our professional encounters. This environment fostered a camaraderie that enriched our lives and deepened our respect and admiration for one another. And so it was with regard to Wyn. He was not only an excellent attorney, he was also a good human being who will be missed by all. It is hoped that the memory of happy, shared times together will provide a measure of solace during this difficult period.
You have my sincere condolences.
Bob Redmond
Robert Redmond
February 2, 2014
We wish to express our sorrow and condolences to Elsie and the family. Wyn was a good and valued friend for many years and he will be missed.
Connie & Bette Lang
February 2, 2014
Dearest Shudt family.
I'm very sorry to hear of Wyn's passing. I had great respect for Wyn's performance as attorney for the Town of Brunswick.
Tom Simkins
Ctr Brunswick
tom simkins
February 2, 2014
Melissa,
I was so sorry to read about your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Erin Purcell Vaughn
February 2, 2014
Dearest Shudt family:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Many memories in my head of times spent with your family. They were wonderful times with wonderful people. RIP Wyn.
Gretchen Storm
February 2, 2014
To all the Shudts, so sorry to hear about Wyn's passing. He was such a great friend of my parents throughout life. I remember my first snow mobile ride with Wyn up on the mountain. Take comfort in the fact that he is up in heaven with my dad and the gang. Patsy Doyle and Sandy Doyle
February 2, 2014
Elsie:Sorry for uour lost. Wyn was a heck of a guy in school.I always remember him: Your school mate in 1949 Duke Bebernitz Sr
Alan( Duke ) Bebernitz sr
February 1, 2014
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