May 8, 2021
Each May, the Administration for Community Living leads the celebration of Older Americans Month. This year’s theme is Communities of Strength, recognizing the important role older adults play in fostering the connection and engagement that build strong, resilient communities.
In tough times, communities find strength in people and people find strength in their communities. In the past year, we’ve seen this time and again in Fulton County, as friends, neighbors, and businesses have found new ways to support each other.
In our community, older adults are a key source of this strength. Through their experiences, successes, and difficulties, they have built resilience that helps them to face new challenges. When communities tap into this, they become stronger too.
Apr 28, 2021
It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of Robert G. Stegel, 71, of Gloversville, NY, on Friday, April 16, 2021.
Born September 29, 1949, to Joseph and Jennie Stegel in Schenectady, NY. He was predeceased by his older sister, Marilyn Stegel; younger brother, Mark Stegel; and leaves behind a family who cherished him to include his two daughters, Kari (Dave) Gent and Amber Stegel; older brother, Joseph Stegel; younger sister, Marlene Nellis; ex-wife, Christine Stegel; and a myriad of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends “family of the heart” who will miss him dearly.
Growing up he played baseball and was being scouted by the minor league when his life took an unexpected turn following a car accident which left him unable to continue playing. He started his post-high school education at FMCC and then transferred to the College of St. Rose, majoring in music with a focus on Barber Shop and was one of the first male students to graduate from the school in