Obituary of John L. Staab

John L. Staab, age 69 of Halfmoon passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2022. Born on November 24, 1952, he was the son of the late George and Jane Staab.

John worked for the NY Stock Exchange early in his career and spent many years working in customer service for many local businesses including Cumberland Farms in Cohoes and Halfmoon, and Salvation Army in Clifton Park. For the past 26 years, he co-owned and operated Shea’s Antiques in Cohoes along with his wife Rosemary.

He is survived by his wife Rosemary Shea, daughter Kimberly (Sean Beers) Shea, grandchildren Zach, Abby, and Kayleigh, sister Irene (John Sr.) Rojao, nephews Christopher, James, and John, and his beloved dogs Gracie and Sammie.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, March 25th from 4 to 6 p.m., with a celebration of life service at 6 p.m. at the Catricala Funeral Home Inc., 1597 Route 9 in Clifton Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Evergreen Commons Rehab & Nursing Center, 1070 Luther Rd, East Greenbush, NY 12061.