Robert S. Sheffer

June 5, 1960 - January 1, 2017

Mr. Robert S. Sheffer, 56, of Gloversville, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, January 1, 2017. Born in Saratoga Springs, NY, on June 5, 1960 he is the son of the late Harold L. and Betty E. Wagner Sheffer. A lifetime resident of the area, Robert attended and graduated from Saratoga Springs High School. He enlisted into the United States Marine Corps then later served as an aircraft mechanic in the Air National Guard. He was a proud veteran. He was most recently employed by AAA Northway as a Fleet Driver. He was an avid NY Giants Football fan and Detroit Red Wings Hockey fan. Robert trained to be a poker dealer and also had a love for playing poker. He had a passion for working on cars from a young age and continued that through his life. Survivors include his beloved wife, Jennifer Adams Sheffer whom he wed, April 23, 2007; son, Zachaery Q. Sheffer of Corinth, NY ; daughters, Rachael E. Sheffer of Poestenkill, NY, Rebekah A. Sheffer of Laurel, MD, and Ily R. Sheffer of Indianapolis, IN. A calling hour will be held on Thursday, January 5, 2017 from 12pm until 1pm at the Gloversville Funeral Service, Inc., 4 Second Avenue, Gloversville NY 12078. A funeral service with Military Honors will follow at 1pm at the funeral home. Cremation will take place at Parkview Crematory in Schenectady. Please visit the family's online guestbook and condolence website at www.gloversvillefuneralservice.com.