ROTTERDAM: Robert J. Sheehan, 75, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Robert was born in Schenectady to the late James and Mary Elizabeth Sherman Sheehan.
He was a graduate of Schalmont High School and Albany College of Pharmacy. Robert was the Director of Pharmacy for the former St. Clare's Hospital. Subsequently, he worked as a pharmacist for the State of New York. He was a past president of the Schalmont School Board.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his foster parents; Bill and Ruth Hodoroski, and a sister Patricia Gentile and a half-brother; James Sheehan.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years; Sharon DeNovio, three children; Kelly (Michael) Martorana, Marylyn (Robert) Flanders and Robert (Ashley) Sheehan, II, three siblings; Richard (Rhonda) Sheehan, Trish Pena, and William (Barbara) Hodoroski, nine grandchildren; Lindsey, Michael, Brielle, Brooke, Julianna, Alexandra, Charlotte, Catherine, Eliana, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was a proud and devoted father, grandfather (Daido - Gaelic for grandfather and what he went by), husband, brother, friend, and mentor to many. His love knew no limits and his smile could light up any room he walked in. He lived to serve his people and truly had a heart of gold. He was not only a man of God, but he was a proud Patriot who deeply loved his country. His Faith and love for the lord was unwavering, rooted in quiet strength, and truly the foundation of everything he did.
Calling hours will be Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 2 until 6 p.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church, 810 Union Street, Schenectady. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, February 2, at 11 a.m. at St. John the Evangelist Church. Burial will be in St. Cyril & Method Cemetery Rotterdam, following the mass. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice. Condolence messages may be left at www.gleasonfuneralhomeinc.com.