Richard J. Ottalagano Sr.

March 5, 1943 - February 13, 2015

Richard J. Ottalagano Sr., 71, of Gloversville, NY, died Friday, February 13, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Richard is the son of Teresa and the late Gregory Ottalagano. Dick attended Mt. Carmel School, and Gloversville High School. He was a proud member of the Class of 1961. Richard joined the United States Navy, after four years and seeing much of the world and taking part in the Cuban Missile Crisis, he came home and made his roots in Gloversville. Richard was employed with General Electric for 35 years as a machinist. During his 35 years he held many positions within the Union as a Shop Stewart, and delegate to the Schenectady Area Labor Council AFL/CIO. One of the fondest duties Dick had was as a Shop Ambassador, taking visitors from all over the world through the GE Facility. Upon retirement Richard became a Civil Service Commissioner for the City of Gloversville, then was elected to serve as a Fulton County Supervisor representing the Sixth Ward of Gloversville for 12 years. Richard was fond of telling people that the 6th Ward people to him were friends and neighbors, not voters or constituents. Richard and many people worked together to bring the retired military aircraft A3D Skywarrior to the Fulton County Airport. The A3D Skywarrior serves as an example of what people can do working together. Richard also brought the VITA Program to this area, in which people who wouldn't have filed taxes received earned income credit, therefore bringing millions to people in this area. The Fulton County Museum, ASAPP's Promise, Fulmont Community Action Agency and the First Congregational United Church of Christ all had Richard serving them in some way. Time permitting Richard found time to enjoy his membership at the Pine Tree Rifle Club, and to read adventure stories. Richard is survived by his loving wife Sharon (Moore), his children Michelle Hinze (Michael), Lanette Vinci (David) and Richard Jr., (Amanda); also many grandchildren and great grandchildren; his mother Teresa; his brother Vincent and several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, February 15, 2015 from 4-8:00 pm at the Amico Funeral Home, 150 South Main Street, Gloversville. A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 16 at 11:00 am at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 31 E. Fulton Street, Gloversville, NY. Burial will take place on Tuesday, February 17 at 12:30 pm at Saratoga National Cemetery, Schuylerville, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to Fulton County Museum, 237 Kingsboro Avenue, Gloversville, NY 12078. On line condolences may be made at www. amicofuneralhome.com