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Robert Schermerhorn Obituary

SCHERMERHORN, ROBERT TROY - Robert Schermerhorn, 70, passed away on Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at home after a long illness. Born in Troy, he was the son of the late Augustus William and Anna Leona (Fritz) Schermerhorn. Robert enjoyed working for Rennselaer County Social Services as a driver for close to 30 years. He was a good friend to many. Robert is survived by his loving companion of 35 years, Paula Dingman; son Scott (Jessica) Dukett, and grandson Brandon Way. A funeral service will be held on Friday at 12:30 pm at the Gardner Earl Memorial Chapel at Oakwood Cemetery, 186 Oakwood Avenue, Troy. Calling hours will precede the service from 10:30 to 12:30 pm at the Memorial Chapel. In place of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mohawk and Hudson River Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204, in Robert's name. To leave a special message online for the family online, visit www.NewcomerAlbany.com .

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Published by The Record from Feb. 1 to Feb. 2, 2012.

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Tom Driscoll

February 5, 2012

Paula:
Gus was a big part of our neighborhood and youth growing up on the "Hill".
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
I know he's making many laugh "upstairs."

Stephen Stoller

February 3, 2012

Mr. Schermerhorn will be deeply missed at Rite Aid 1561. He was always a bright and shining part of our day. All the best to his family with our sympathy.

The Rite Aid Pharmacy Staff

Kathy Cushine-Maloney

February 3, 2012

Paula and Scott, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers re with you.
Kathy Cushine-Maloney

Bill McGuirk

February 3, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Eric Devlin

February 2, 2012

Paula I'm sorry for your loss bob was great to me and my brothers growing up and is a great friend to my father he will be missed very much But not forgotten

February 2, 2012

Hi Paula ~
Just wanted to say I'm sorry for the loss and thinking of you - an old friend from Sam Hospital days.....
Peg Collins

February 2, 2012

Paula, Scott, Jessica and Brandon,

My heart felt sympathies go out to all of you. I have been reflecting back on the past 28 years when I first met Bob in the train shop on route four. It has been a great friendship throughout the years. Cape Cod, trips to the various train shops, long phone calls, adventures and let's not forget those Tuesday nights. Bob had seen the best and the worst of us and never once did he judge. That's what you call a true blue friend. As Davey said he was like the brother I never had, and an uncle to the kids. Believe me he will be missed dearly. With all our love. Paul and Marilyn Carney

Tom Laquidara

February 2, 2012

I knew only Robert, the adolescent boy. He was fun loving, spontaneous and loyal. Condolences to his loved ones.

February 2, 2012

To the family of Robert Schermerhorn,
Robert was my best friend and I loved him like a brother. As long as I live, I will never forget Robert and all the good times we had. Robert and I shared a great love for animals. He was a kind and generous person. I hope there's a place in Heaven for Robert.
David Mc Gowan

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