Walter G. "Wally" Shufelt Jr.

Walter G. “Wally” Shufelt, Jr., 80, of Hilltop Road, Broadalbin, passed away at home on Thursday, December 11, 2025. He was born in Amsterdam on June 10, 1945, a son of Walter and Helen Peculis Shufelt and spent his early years in Middleburgh, NY. Walt was a 1962 graduate of Middleburgh Central School and later attended Hudson Valley Community College. In September of 1963, he proudly enlisted into the United States Navy and attended electronics technician school in Great Lakes, IL. After graduation, Walt was assigned to Quonset Point, RI Naval Air Station. At the conclusion of his four-year enlistment, he extended his term for an additional year to attend United States Naval Ground Approach Radar School in Glynco, GA. After attending Naval Communications School in Vallejo, CA, Walt served the remainder of his term in Quonset Point, RI and was honorably discharged. Walt was employed by Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory as an Electrical Engineering Planner for 42 years and retired in 2010. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Broadalbin and was a charter member of the former Broadalbin Volunteer Ambulance Corps, where he served as president. Walt enjoyed fly fishing his entire life, first with his father who passed away early in his young life, and later with friends. He cherished time spent during family vacations in Cape Cod every July. He enjoyed watching his children play sports, cheering them on, and coaching. Walt enjoyed horse racing and visiting casinos with his wife. He took great pride in teaching himself the skills of a handyman and a car mechanic. He and his wife were devoted animal lovers and made a happy home for many beloved pets over the years. Survivors include his beloved wife, Linda Kollar Shufelt, whom he married in June 1976; a daughter, Jessica L. Van Hall of Ballston Spa; a son, Matthew G. Shufelt of Gloversville; and two grandchildren, Emma R. Van Hall and Camden G. Shufelt. In accordance with Walt’s final wishes, cremation was performed. Family and friends are invited to calling hours on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 4 – 6pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 (corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown. Funeral services will immediately follow and be officiated by Rev. Cheryl Thorne with Military honors rendered thereafter. Final burial will take place in the spring at Broadalbin-Mayfield Rural Cemetery, Broadalbin. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of the funeral home. To express online condolences, visit www.halgasfuneralhome.com.

Walter G. "Wally" Shufelt Jr.

June 10, 1945 - December 11, 2025

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June 10, 1945 - December 11, 2025

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