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Louis Hildebrandt Obituary
GLENS FALLS - Louis Frederick Hildebrandt (aka Sam, Lou, Butch), passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at Glens Falls Hospital after a brief illness. His loving wife, Susan and his daughter Tracey were at his side.
Louis was born in Amsterdam to Louis F., Sr. and Mary Elizabeth (Betty) Hildebrandt.
Throughout his adult life, he held many (30+) jobs, often more than one at a time. He was most proud of being a teacher - in the elementary school at Fonda-Fultonville Central School District where he taught third grade science, at Montgomery County Community College where he taught EMS skills to adult learners and as a regional trainer for Staples, teaching selling skills. Louis graduated from SUNY Plattsburgh, where he was known as Sam. He met his future wife Susan there and they were (finally) married on July 1, 1995.
Louis and his father established an organization known as The Friends of Sanford Stud Farm, due to his father's career as a jockey for that thoroughbred farm. The group was formed to stabilize the three remaining barns and to promote the importance of the farm to the development of Amsterdam and the Mohawk Valley. The group continues its important work to this day.
In addition to his parents and grandparents, Louis was predeceased by two beloved brothers-in-law, John and Danny, and his much-loved grandson, Gabe.
Louis is survived by his wife Susan; his children, Todd and Tracey; his sisters, Judy Pond and Mary Pat Agresta; his grandchildren, Devin, Matthew and Reilly and several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends may call from 2 – 4 pm on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at the Rose & Hughes Funeral Home, 200 Church Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010.
A Celebration of Life will be held privately for family and friends, where Louis will be remembered for his humor and quick wit.
Local arrangements are under the care of the Singleton Sullivan Potter Funeral Home, 407 Bay Road, Queensbury and those who wish may make online condolences at our website sbfuneralhome.com
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Barb Sealy
July 9, 2025
Sue-I'm so sorry to read about Sam. He's such a big personality and always made me laugh. Sending prayers.
Sara Santoro
July 8, 2025
Sue,my heart aches for you ...the world will be a duller, less comical place without Sam in it....His wit,jokes and kindness will always be remembered. I feel blessed to have known him and you for so many years...he lived a welllived life....sending you my sincerest sympathies,love and prayers.... I hope he was able to see the easel in place,it fits perfectly.....blessings and hugs, Sasa Santoro
Sara Sasa Santoro Santoro
July 8, 2025
The world is a duller, less fun place without Sam in it....he always left me smiling and shaking my head at the same time...What a wonderful witty and caring guy!....Sue ,my heart aches for you.... sending you my sincerest sympathies hugs and love....Sam. thank you for years of laughter and wonderful stories.....you will be missed.
Teri Barbuto
July 7, 2025
So very sorry to hear about Lou's passing. We were good friends back in the 70's and 80's. He always had a smile for everyone.
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