Robert G. Horning

Robert G. Horning, 71, of State Highway 29A, Gloversville, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, at Nathan Littauer Hospital. He was born in Gloversville on April 5, 1953, a son of Robert and Elizabeth Smith Horning, and was a 1971 graduate of Johnstown High School. Bob was a lifelong area resident. Mr. Horning began working at Niagara Mohawk and was laid off during the energy crisis. He was employed at Norvell Chevrolet during the layoff, and later returned to Niagara Mohawk, which became National Grid. Bob worked there for nearly 30 years and retired in 2005. After retirement, he enjoyed working at the NYS Parks & Recreation at Schoharie Crossing for the past three summers. Bob was a volunteer with the US Coast Guard Auxiliary for over 17 years and enjoyed educating others about water safety. Bob was a member of the Ephratah Rod & Gun Club and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He really loved the outdoors and loved teaching his children and grandchildren to hunt and fish. Bob was well-known for his jokes and storytelling, and he was a friend to everyone. He was always easy to spot because he always wore his favorite color, camo. In addition to his parents, Bob was predeceased by his first wife, Sandra and a half-sister, Nissa Horning. Survivors include his wife, Marie Klock Horning, whom he married on August 29, 1998; three daughters, Veronica Horning-Brower of Amsterdam, Valerie Horning (Matthew) of Gloversville, and Emily (Chris) Costanzo of Fort Johnson; three brothers, Greg Horning (Vicki) and Terry (Karen) Horning, all of Johnstown, and Christopher Horning of Huber Heights, OH; a sister, Dianne (Edward) Schelmbauer of Simpsonville, KY; a half-brother, Josh (Sheila) Horning of Burnt Hills; seven grandchildren, Caliope, Annabelle, Ava, Colton, Logan, Rio, and Reagan; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Private services will be held, and the burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Fonda. A celebration of Bob’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc. or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, both in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are by the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc., 111 County Highway 106, Johnstown, NY 12095. In gratitude, Bob’s family acknowledges the response from the Berkshire Fire Dept., Lake Valley EMS, and the Fulton County Sheriff, to our emergency.

Robert G. Horning

April 5, 1953 - October 28, 2024

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April 5, 1953 - October 28, 2024

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