Claudette C. Sylvester
SYLVERSTER, Claudette C., 84, Gloversville, NY, and Presque Isle, at New York, January 8, 2017. Interment will take place in the spring at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gloversville, NY. Arrangements are under the care of Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, Gloversville, NY.
Claudette C. Sylvester, age 83, formerly of Gloversville, NY, died Sunday morning, January 8, 2017, at St. Johnsville Rehab Center & Nursing Home, NY. She had resided at Pineview Commons in Johnstown, NY, for the past two years. She was born February 22, 1933, in Presque Isle, ME, the daughter of Jasper and Gertrude Wheaton Coffin.
She was employed as a school teacher for a total of 30 years, several years in Bangor, ME, and most of her career at Gloversville High School. She was also a substitute teacher in the local area.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends; as well as camping, traveling, reading, and dancing. She was a member of the Red Hats Society in Florida where she spent her winters; and the Loyal Order of the Moose in Johnstown.
Claudette is survived by two sons: Mark C. Sylvester (Kim) of Gloversville, NY, and David L. Sylvester (Joe Costello) of New York City; a brother, Ronald Coffin (Sheila); three grandchildren: Jennifer Sylvester, Jocelyn Sylvester, and Joseph Dorman (Erica); a great-granddaughter, Aurora Dorman; three nieces; four nephews; and several cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, George E. Sylvester in 2001; and by her parents.
The family received relatives and friends from 4 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, January 17, at Walrath & Stewart Funeral Home, 51 Fremont St., Gloversville, NY, where a Memorial Service followed at 6 p.m., with the Rev. Dr. R.W. Williams officiating. Interment will take place in the spring at Prospect Hill Cemetery, Gloversville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flower to the charity of your choice.
