Thelma M. Boettger

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Thelma Boettger Obituary

Boettger, Thelma M. (Keeler) TROY Thelma M. Keeler Boettger, 91, of Pinewoods Avenue, died Sunday, January 3, 2010, at Samaritan Hospital after a long illness. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Wilbert R. Keeler and Alice C. Teal Keeler and wife for 50 years of Fred G. Boettger. She had resided in Troy all her life and was a graduate of Troy city schools, New Paltz Normal School, earning her teaching certificate in 1939, her B.S. in 1943 from New Paltz State Teachers College and earned her master's in elementary education from Cornell University in 1949. Mrs. Boettger was employed at Lansingburgh School District as an elementary school teacher and principal of Powers School, retiring in 1975 after 37 years. She was an active communicant of the former Church of the Ascension in Troy and was its altar guild chairman. She was a member of the AAUW, NYS Teachers Association, Ilium Literary Club, a Paul Harris Fellow, Delta Kappa Gamma charter member and past president of the Alpha Kappa Chapter and was a Girl Scout leader for 20 years, many years ago hiking a section of the Appalachian Trail with her Girl Scout troop. She and her husband were involved in the Rotary Youth Exchange and housed over 15 foreign students while they attended Troy High School. Mrs. Boettger enjoyed gardening, reading, traveling overseas, throughout the U.S. and Canada, and later attended many Elderhostels. Survivors in addition to her husband include two nieces, Holly Thompson of Glenville and Enid (George) Drew of Poestenkill and a nephew, Jay Keeler. She was predeceased by two brothers, Holman and Donald Keeler. Funeral service will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Bryce Funeral Home, Inc., 276 Pawling Avenue, Troy with Rev. Martin Wendell, officiating. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be in Elmwood Hill Cemetery, Troy. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Thelma M. Boettger to the American Heart Association, 440 New Karner Road, Albany, NY 12205. For a private family guest book and service directions, visit www.brycefh.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jan. 5, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Thelma Boettger

7 Entries

Geraldine & Bob Whitby

January 21, 2010

Fred & Family - Sincere condolences. Thelma was indeed a most wonderful woman. We remember and cherish the good years at the Church of the Ascension with both of you. May God's Peace be with you. --

Patty (Forest) Racz

January 7, 2010

Mr. Boettger, my prayers are with you. I have such wonderful memories of visits in the early 80s to your always welcoming home. Mrs. Boettger (and, of course, you) have touched the lives of so many exchange students both here and around the world. The ripple effect of your kindness has no end. It is certainly a legacy to be proud of.

Christine Distin

January 6, 2010

Fred, our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will miss Thelma. Our family had so many wonderful memories of our visits with you both. The piano, the lunches and the stories of your travels and guests from other countries.

June French Pakatar

January 6, 2010

To Thelma's Family
Although I haven't seen Thelma in years, she was someone who left a lasting impression on you. She was a family friend who often came to buy flowers from my family's business. She was a great lady who will be missed by all who knew her.

Gay Chalifoux Tarlo

January 5, 2010

To Miss Keeler's family,
I don't know how old the picture is, but I recognized Miss Keeler immediately. She was my first grade teacher in 1951-52. At a time when it was impossible to conceive of a teacher having a life outside of the classroom, it was a joy to read of all Miss Keeler's various interests and activities. As my cousin, Ellen McIntyre said, "she was a special teacher" and I have thought of her often. May I add my sympathies to her family as well.

Gail & Ed Phillips

January 5, 2010

Fred, our deepest sympathies for your loss of Thelma.Over 31 years since our daughter Meg went to Sweden, we appreciated the kindest both of you showed us, and conversations and messages shared.

Ellen McIntyre

January 5, 2010

To the family of Miss Keeler.
She was my first grade teacher in 1947/48. I will never forget her. She was a special teacher. I'll never forget her in my memory of teachers.
She was blessed with a long and and giving life,
My deepest sympathies to her family.Sincerely,

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