Obituary of Herman P. Kolterman

Herman P. Kolterman, 80, of Cranes Hollow Road, Amsterdam, went to be with the Lord Sunday, October 21, 2007 at St. Mary?s Hospital in Amsterdam after a brief illness. Born on March 14, 1927 in Amsterdam, he was the son of the late Gustave and Christina May Kolterman. He was a lifelong area resident and a 1945 graduate of Burnt Hill Ballston Lake Central School. In November of 1953, Herman joined with the United States Army. He served proudly for two years until his honorable discharge in 1955. For over 25 years, Herman was employed as a machinist at General Electric in Schenectady. He was of the protestant faith, and loved animals. Herman also enjoyed model railroads, and was a charter member of the Schenectady Railroad Group. He also had a love for his 67 Mustang which he had for many years. His loving family includes his sister, Jean C. Kolterman of Amsterdam and several cousins. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, October 26, 2007 at 11a.m. at the Betz, Rossi & Bellinger Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam, with the Rev. Jennifer Elliott presiding. Interment will follow in the West Glenville Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Thursday evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Montgomery County SPCA, P.O. Box 484, Amsterdam, NY 12010 or to the Cranesville Reformed Church, 105 Cranes Hollow Road, Amsterdam, NY 12010.