Robert C. Stafford

Robert C. Stafford Cobleskill Robert C. Stafford, 81, of Driftwood Apartments in Schoharie and formerly of Cobleskill, died Saturday, June 9th in the arms of his daughter, Elizabeth Madelone after a brief illness. Born on March 15, 1931 in Schenectady, a son of Clayton and Elizabeth (Matula) Stafford, he attended Schoharie and Duanesburg schools. In his early years, Bob was a wonderful musician, playing the sousaphone and trumpet. He also enjoyed fishing and had a green thumb for plants. Robert worked in maintenance at Proctor's, Union College and Rands, all in Schenectady. He was predeceased by his wife, Lois J. Treessee Stafford; his mother and father; and brothers, Ronald, Allan, Doug and Jimmy. He is survived by his brother, Frank (Rosalie) Stafford of Scotia; one son, Joel Stafford of Rotterdam; two daughters, Vivian Stafford of Schenectady and Elizabeth (Kevin) Madelone of Central Bridge; grandchildren, Robert A. Stafford, Heaven Puleski, Bernie Madelone, Joel Stafford Jr., Luisa Stafford, and Kevin Madelone, Jr.; and great-grandchildren Kayla and Destiny. The family would like to thank all of the people that helped care for Robert especially, Jessica Tilly and Stephanie. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mr. Stafford to Schoharie County Office of the Aging, Meals-on-wheels Program, 113 Park Place, Schoharie, NY 12157. Further information is available at www.langanfuneralhome.com