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Obituary: William C. Shambo,
78, Croghan
Published: August 14, 2021
By: Provided by Sundquist
Funeral Home
William C. Shambo
CROGHAN – William (Bill) Shambo, 78, died August 13th in his
home. He was born on July 5, 1943
in Watertown
the son of the late Earl T. and
Angeline (LaFave) Shambo.
William was
married to his surviving wife, Kathleen (Susie) for 55 years. They settled in
Croghan. William was a volunteer fireman as well as the president of the Croghan
Volunteer Fire Department for many years.
Additionally, William served his community as a village board
member. He was a proud member of the Croghan Mennonite
Church. Bill was a family orientated man who
worked hard, each day, to provide a happy home for his wife and children.
Bill had a positive impact on his community as a board member for many
years.
In addition to
his parents, he was predeceased by his daughter Linda and brothers Earl, Doug and Roger.
Surviving in addition to his wife Kathleen (Zehr)
Shambo, are his son, Earl (Tom) of Croghan; and son,
Joseph of Waverly; a sister, Ann Conant and her
husband Paul; brothers, Bob and his wife Jackie; Bruce and his wife Ellie.
Additionally, Bill had many grandchildren whom he loved
unconditionally.
Calling hours
will be on Tuesday, August 17th at the Croghan Mennonite
Church, from 2 to 4 P.M. and
7 to 9 P.M.
A funeral service
will be held on Wednesday, August 18th at 11:00 A.M. at the church, with Rev. Paul
Mast, Pastor and Rev. Bruce Roggie officiating.
Burial will follow in the church cemetery with neighbor Joseph Virkler officiating.
Memorials in
Bill’s name may be made to: Croghan Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 405, Croghan,
NY 13327
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