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Shirley E. Emhof

October 18, 1937 — January 22, 2025

New Berlin

Shirley E. Emhof, born on October 18, 1937, in Edmeston, New York, passed away on January 22, 2025, at the NYS Veteran’s Home in Oxford, New York. She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Jolene.

Shirley's professional journey spanned an impressive 37 years at Preferred Mutual Insurance Company, where she demonstrated unwavering dedication and commitment throughout her career. Her education was rooted in her early life in Edmeston, as she graduated from Edmeston Central School, where she was an active student, participating in volleyball, basketball, softball and cheerleading.

Shirley had a rich tapestry of interests that defined her vibrant spirit. She was known for her passionate green thumb, tending to her flower beds with care and love. Her affinity for nature extended to the wild critters and birds that frequented her garden, as well as to her adoration for her own cats and dog, along with the many animals belonging to her neighbors. In her free time, Shirley loved to go to lunch with her many friends and she enjoyed watching sports, especially the NY Giants. Shirley also possessed a love for skating, frequently visiting various rinks, with Interskate 88 in Oneonta, New York, being her favorite venue, where she continued to skate until she was 76 years old.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, William, and her son, James. Her legacy, encompassing both her professional achievements and her passions, remains evident in the hearts of her surviving family and community members who will always remember her kindness and love for her flower beds and skating with her family.

Per Shirley's request, there will be no services. Donations may be made in Shirley's name to the Chenango SPCA or the New Berlin Fire Department and Emergency Squad.

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