AMSTERDAM – Maureen “Mo/Debbie” (O’Loughlin) went peacefully home in the arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Thursday, October 28, 2010, surrounded by family at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam (while overlooking her favorite section of the Mohawk River). This followed two years of “Living” first with Lung and then Brain Cancer. Maureen donated her earthly body to the Anatomical Gift Program at Albany Medical College and her corneas to the Lion’s Eye Bank at Albany.
Maureen was born in Jersey City, NJ on May 18, 1941. She married John Adams in 1988. She was predeceased by her parents, Francis and Ida (Reconzone) O’Loughlin, and her brother, Donald. She is survived by her loving husband, John and their devoted dog, Bear; sons Clarence D. (Kimberly) Schmidt, Cobleskill, and Keith C. (Nancy) Schmidt, Pattersonville; grandson, Eric (Sarah) Schmidt, Scotia; granddaughter, Daniella Marie Schmidt, Pattersonville; great-grandson, Chase A. Schmidt; and step-daughter, Abby May Adams, East Orleans, MA. She is also survived by her sister, Patricia Nice of Ocala, FL; niece, Darlene (John) Grady, Ocala, FL; nephews William (Kellie) Nice, Lindenwold, NJ and Steven Nice and grandnephew, Isaac Nice, Ocala, FL; her brother and sisters-in-law, Timothy and (Joanne) & James and (Sandra) Adams along with their children, spouses and grandchildren; Timothy (Jessie) Angelina & Alaina; Michael (Joslyn) Jack; Kara (PJ Henry) Olivia & Sam; and Matthew (Jenna) and Eva.
Maureen “lived” most of her life in the Capital Region, first in Mariaville with her two sons, then, moved with her Husband John to Amsterdam, and finally in 2003, they built their dream home for which she was the primary designer along with her friend Darlene and her family from Northgate Homes Inc. on property she loved in Hagaman. She was employed for many years by Standard Furniture, Cushing Stone, Cranesville Block and Wm. Larned & Sons before becoming self-employed and serving as manager of a family property management/apartment rental business for the past 20+ years.
Maureen and her family would especially like to publically offer their sincere appreciation for the care & support of her at home and beyond by Kathy (daughter by friendship), Gina, Jeanie, and Dottie; her medical, nursing, personal care & technical teams at St. Mary’s, Dr. Sheridan’s office, Community Hospice, CHC and NYOH; the powerful prayer warriors from all over including her Pastor, Ray Barnett and her church, The Time for Truth Ministries. Thanks also for the encouraging gifts, cards, CDs (faith and music), phone calls & visits by so many that offerred these comforts. In addition, one other special note of thanks to Debbie for giving Maureen “Courage,” her ever-present cuddly lion who, along with our Savior Jesus, was present during her treatments, when approached by a needle, and just any other time she needed a boost of “Courage.” Memorial contributions can be made to either the Time for Truth Ministries, Amsterdam, NY; The Anatomical Gift Program at Albany Medical College; The Foundation of St. Mary’s Hospital, Amsterdam, NY or The Community Hospice of Amsterdam.
Maureen’s desire is that anyone affected by her leaving, not grieve, but celebrate her’s and their lives together by giving all the praise, honor, glory and worship to Father God, his son, Jesus and the Holy Spirit. There will be a brief Memorial on Saturday, November 20, 2010 @ 2 PM at the Time for Truth Ministries, 46 Market Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010. Following the Memorial, Maureen’s church & her family invite all who can stay to continue celebrating her life and the lives of those who came to know her or they knew of her. Refreshments will be served. To leave a message of condolence for the family please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.
Beth Schmidt Perron
To the Schmidt and Adams family, I send my deepest condolences for the loss of Debbie.
Jane Noblett
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you rest peacefully and joyfully with God and each other.
Bill Hoehne
John,
I want to offer you my sincere condolences on the passing of your wife, Maureen. It sounds like she was a most wonderful person. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Hoehne
Microbiology Supervisor
AMC
Tammy McCreery
Please accept my sincere condolence for your loss. Losing a loved one is something we never get use to. May you be encouraged by the promise at John 5:28, “Do not marvel at this, because the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out.” I hope those words comfort you along with your good memories.
Shafiq butt
please accept our condolences. You are in our prayers.
Karen Wheaton
Dear John, Lance, Keith, and family,
Maureen (Debbie) was like a big sister to us. She was, and will always be part of our family. Our lives were so much richer because of her. She introduced us to Motown music. I still remember three young girls pretending to be the Supremes, singing into a tape recorder at her house. My son grew up knowing her as “Aunt Debbie”. She was beautiful inside and out.
I will miss her.
Love,
Karen
Serafina Hume
Mr. Adams,
Please accept my deepest sympathy:
When somebody dies, a cloud turns into an angel, and flies up to tell God to put another flower on a pillow. A bird gives the message back to the world, and sings a silent prayer that makes the rain cry. People disappear, but they never really go away….
Don Clifford
In so many ways I felt like her younger brother. In so many ways she seemed to think of me that way. It was only upon reading this obituary that I learned her younger brother who died in a car accident was named Donald. Just a coincidence I know, but I can’t help but think I was like the brother she lost and held me in much higher esteem than I deserved.
She was such a good and giving friend to so many of us. She was always there glad to offer help whenever it was needed. We could never repay her for her too many good deeds.
She was a devout christan and was always at peace with the end of this earthly life. Her spirit lives on in our memories.
Goodbye, Maureen…
Love,
Don
Pamela Bullock
To John and Family
I send my deepest condolences for the loss of Maureen my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Thinking of you
Pamela Bullock
Assisi in Albany
Angela Neuls
Dear John, Abby, Lance, Keith & families, Pat, Kathy and anyone dear to Maureen,
It has taken me awhile to write something as her loss has hurt me deeply; I’m trying to find the right words to say….
Anyone who knew Maureen was touched by her! Her infectious smile and her happy, gentle ways are something I will always remember. Her loyalty to her friends and family, her devotion to the Lord and her faith, her giving spirit, I could go on and on….We had so many wonderful conversations over the years in the hair salon, and a lot of laughs. I feel I am a better person for knowing her. I will miss her greatly and will never forget her. I know that where she is she is happy. The heavens are brighter today because of it. May God bless you all and my friend Mo..
Love,
Angela & Eric Neuls & family