Schenectady-Sharon Lynn Templer, 62, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 27, 2018 at Ellis Hospital surrounded by her family.
Born in Colonie on September 22, 1956, a daughter of the late George and Grace Cable. A lifelong resident of the area, Sharon graduated from Colonie Central High School, Class of 1976.
At a younger age, Sharon worked as a server at the former Grand Prix Restaurant in Clifton Park. Sharon went on to work for the Schenectady City School District, where she was a Paraprofessional; she had a heart for children with social & emotional challenges. Sharon had a love for the Saratoga Racino & BINGO. Together, Bill and Sharon would travel all over, favoring Niagara Falls & Cape Cod. Sharon had a beautiful singing voice and loved to listen to music. She always had a love for animals as well.
Sharon is survived by her beloved husband of 35 years, William B. Templer Sr; sons, Jeremy (Rain George) & Justin Templer; cherished grandson, Joseph E. Templer; brothers, Wayne, Brian, Ronald, William, Marvin, Floyd & Bruce Cable; sister, Brenda Boyce (Steven); many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.. She was predeceased by her siblings, Kevin, George & Wendy Cable.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at 12noon at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, 12205, where a calling hour will be held prior starting at 11am. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens, Albany.
The family asks in lieu of flowers; please donate to an education fund for Jeremy & Justin. Donations can be sent to the funeral home.