June 5, 2020
Richard George Sheldon, 90; of Fulton passed away peacefully Friday evening at home surrounded by his family. Mr. Sheldon was born to the late Edward and Margaret (Smith) Sheldon. He was raised in Oswego, NY and he has been currently living in Volney for over 20 years. Mr. Sheldon was a graduate of Oswego High School. He was a United States Veteran having served in the Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Sheldon was past employed with Nestles, Co., Fulton, and Alcan, Scriba in the maintenance departments. He enjoyed working with his hands, puttering around with a variety of crafts such as woodworking, macramé and more. Mr. Sheldon particularly loved to deer hunt and camp. Richard was pre-deceased by his first wife: Anne (Losurdo) Sheldon. He is survived by his wife of 23 years: Helen (Salvage Phillips) Sheldon of Fulton; his daughter: Gail (Theresa Keel) Sheldon of AL; grandchildren: David (Misty) Brown, and Cassandra Brindle; great grandchildren: Cameron, Grace and Brooklyn Brown; and several step-children and step grand and great grandchildren. Due to the national outbreak the family has chosen to have a private service at All Saints Mausoleum, St. Peter’s Cemetery, Oswego, NY. The Sugar Funeral Home, Inc., 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton has care of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations may be made to the Hospice of Central NY, 990 7th North St., Liverpool, NY 13088 or Alzheimer’s Association of Central NY; 441 W. Kirkpatrick St., Syracuse, NY 13204.