Robert G. Strohmaier

Robert (Bob) Strohmaier, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 3rd, 2024 after a short illness.

Bob graduated from Mt. Pleasant High school in 1960. He then went on and received an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Hudson Valley Community College in 1964. He went to work for NY State Dept. of Transportation as a Civil Engineer and retired after 34 years of service.

Bob joined the Rotterdam District 2 Fire Dept. in 1973 and moved up the ranks to serve as Chief for 2 years, 1991-1992. When District 2 had ambulance service he was also actively involved.

In his spare time Bob enjoyed playing cards, golfing, and going hunting with his friends and Son and son in law. He enjoyed family vacations and the rare moments when he actually went to the beach. Bob and his wife Gail enjoyed spending their winters in Florida being snowbirds with their friends. He also enjoyed attending his granddaughter’s sporting events, loudly cheering them on from the sidelines.

Bob was predeceased by his parents John and Dorothy Strohmaier. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Gail Strohmaier, his son Ray(Kim), daughter Laurie Zinnershine (Steve), sister Carol Pierone, granddaughters whom he adored Ruby and Lily Zinnershine, and his granddog Sadie. He also left many friends who had become like family to him.

Calling hours will be Saturday, April 6th from 9-11am, followed by a short service at 11am at Bond Funeral Home, 1614 Guilderland Avenue, Schenectady, NY.

Burial will be at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, 1808 Albany Street, Schenectady, NY.

Contributions can be made in Bob's memory to the Rotterdam District 2 Fire Dept. or The American Heart Association