Vera Demarest

June 4, 1921 - December 17, 2015

Vera Demarest, 94, of Broadalbin died Thursday December 17, 2017 at Wilkinson Residential Health Care Facility. She was born in Gloversville on June 4, 1921, the youngest of five children born to Amasa and Carrie Barclay Smith. Vera was the remaining surviving child. She was a lifelong area resident and lived in Broadalbin since 1961. Mrs. Demarest was employed as a machine operator at the former Coleco Industries in Amsterdam. She was of the Methodist faith. Vera enjoyed traveling and attending sporting events to support her grandchildren. She was a loyal NY Yankees fan. Her greatest delight was spending time with family and friends. She was married to Richard Demarest on May 14, 1961. He died May 20, 2002. In addition to her husband, parents, and siblings, she was predeceased by a son, Robert Duesler. Survivors include two sons, Mark (June) Duesler of Mayfield and Bernard Mahar of Broadalbin; her daughter-in-law, Marlene Duesler of Savannah, TX; three grandchildren, Kelly (Dan) O’Neil, Kristen Duesler (Jeff Dallas), and Ryan (Kelly) Duesler; five great-grandchildren, Dane, Ian, Aidan, and Jaxon O’Neil and Lucas Duesler; several step-grand and great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Vera or “Gram”, as she was known to loved ones, will be remembered fondly as a gentle and thoughtful mother and grandmother who always put her family before herself. She will be greatly missed. Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady. Calling hours will be held on Monday from 4 – 6 pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street) Johnstown. A graveside service will be held in the spring at the Broadalbin-Mayfield Rural Cemetery.