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IN MEMORIAM: Linda Schechter, 60;

Social Worker, In Dialysis Since 2006

CHERRY VALLEY – Linda Marie Schechter, 60, a social worker for much of her life, passed away at her home in Cherry Valley on Thursday, April 14. She had battled health problems with determination, good humor and class that inspired everyone she met.

Linda was born on Sept. 27, 1955, in Troy, the daughter of Walter Hayner and Vera (Robinson) Hayner. She attended Mechanicville High School and the College of Saint Rose, where she earned an M.A. in Social Work. She spent most of her career as a social worker and directed volunteer programs for Saratoga County.

In 1973, she married Lawrence Kiley, and she raised two children and two step-children. Always generous and empathetic, she also provided meals, fun and comfort for neighborhood kids, one of whom stayed for two years.

In 2002, she met Gabriel Schechter of Cooperstown, and they were married in 2006. That year she began dialysis, but she worked at Bassett Hospital until 2010. She continued to do volunteer work at the hospital and the Cherry Valley History Museum. She also enjoyed her many hobbies: cooking, crocheting, gardening, crafts, baking, music, reading and laughter.

A supremely friendly and unselfish person, Linda always made people feel welcome. They knew she was interested in them and cared about them. She flourished as the den mother of the Bassett dialysis center, looking after the other patients, bringing them St. Patrick’s Day beads, and turning them into yet another extended family.

She is survived by her husband; her mother; five brothers: Walter, Pat, Dennis, Tim, and Danny (predeceased by John); a sister, Eileen; children: April Turner, Kelly Clark, Shawn Kiley, and Tina Darden; and grandsons: Eric, Ethan, and Nate, who brought her much joy.

There will be a celebration of Linda’s life on Saturday, April 23, at 2PM at Kateri Hall, 13 Church Street, Cherry Valley. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the National Kidney Foundation.

To send online condolences visit: www.ottmanfuneralhome.com

Arrangements were entrusted to Ottman Funeral Home, Cherry Valley.

 

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