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1937
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2023
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Kenneth Sheerer Obituary
Ken was born in Blakely, PA on August 25, 1937 to William J. and Lillian A. (Kennedy) Sheerer. He was raised in South Glens Falls, NY, graduating from South Glens Falls Central High School in 1955, and from the General Electric Drafting Apprentice Program in Pittsfield, MA in 1959. He retired from General Dynamics in 1999 with 44 years of service. In his retirement, Ken enjoyed working part time for the US Census Bureau and for The Home Depot for 17 years.
Ken was an active member of Local 140 of IFPTE, and served in the Army Reserves. Over the course of his adult life, Ken donated 24 gallons of blood to the American Red Cross.
Ken leaves behind his wife of 62 years Judith M. (Paladino), his daughters Audrey Wiersma and her husband Brian of Glenville, NY, and Laurie Sheerer of Sacramento, CA., and his grandson Daniel King of Malta, NY. Ken also leaves a sister, Barbara Bolton of South Glens Falls, NY and many nieces and nephews. Ken was predeceased by brothers Richard G. Sheerer and Gilbert J. Sheerer.
Ken's family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the staff of 2 South at Mt. Greylock for their tremendous kindness and compassionate care for Ken. They would also like to thank Hospice of Western Massachusetts.
In accordance with Ken's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Ken will be interred at St. Michael's Mausoleum in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Pittsfield.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ken's name to Elder Services of Berkshire County in care of Dery Funeral Home, 54 Bradford St., Pittsfield, MA 01201.
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Sharon Aubin
August 3, 2024
Sharon Aubin
August 3, 2024
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Sharon Aubin
August 3, 2024
I was scrolling through my pictures the other day , & I came across some of Ken. He was a great worker and was always smiling I sure do miss him and his friendly personality. I wanted to share these great pictures of Ken for his family to enjoy
Mary Cantarella
November 3, 2023
I miss my neighbor/friend. I´m so sorry, I didn´t know about Kens passing until Nov 3. I always enjoyed talking to him when I walked in the neighborhood for the past 31 years
Lynn brennan
August 27, 2023
I am sad to hear of your brothers passing. me and my husband Peter Brennan were friends and neighbors of your family on Spring Street for many years! MAY HE REST IN PEACE
Della Heath
August 20, 2023
I grew up across the street from the Sheerers in South Glens Falls...the best folks ever....i remember Kenny being a teenager when I was little....always such a nice guy. He came and visited home when his parents were alive and always made a point of seeing my mom too. As a Heath i have many wonderful memories of that entire family. RIP Ken....God bless his family.
Della Heath Parlapiano
So Glens Falls
Kathy Regalmann
August 16, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Ken's passing. Ken was one of my favorite people at Home Depot, such a great guy and will be missed by many. I hope your wonderful memories of him help you through this difficult time.
Lindsi
August 14, 2023
Thank you for letting us be there for Ken in his final days. He will be missed as will the rest of his family.
Claire Marchand
August 12, 2023
Judy and family,
So sorry to read abou Ken´s passing. Please accept my Deepest Condolences.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.
Fondly,
Claire Marchand
Sharon Aubin
August 12, 2023
Sending heartfelt condolences to Judy and Ken´s family - I had the pleasure of working with Ken at the Pittsfield Home Depot .
Richard DeFazio
August 12, 2023
Judith and family,
I am sorry for your loss.
I knew Ken from our days at G.E.
He was a good and loyal friend!
May he rest in peace.
Dick DeFazio
Mark Smith
August 12, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lorraine Moresi
August 12, 2023
Ken was always a great neighbor and a good person. My condolences to Judy and family.
Lorraine Moresi
August 12, 2023
My condolences to Judy and family. Ken was a good neighbor. Always pleasant.
Rosemarie Polidoro
August 10, 2023
I worked with Ken at Home Depot.He was a wonderful person,who was always helpful.I use to see him in the store after I quit and he never forgot who I was.May he rest in peace.
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