Shary L. Hertel

Shary L. Hertel, 58, of Pine Plains, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at her residence unexpectedly. She was born on July 9, 1966 in Sharon, Connecticut, the daughter of Neil and Diana (Clum) Pilch. She grew up in Pine Plains and in 1984 graduated from Pine Plains Central School. She went on to work for the Amenia Post Office, the Bank in Amenia, then the Kildonan School in Amenia in the finance office. On October 8, 1995, she married Joseph Hertel who predeceased her on April 19, 2019. Together they enjoyed taking walks around Stissing Lake with their beloved dog Blaze, spending time with family and taking vacations. After Joe passed she focused her time on her family including her new grandchildren. She was always very giving with a heart of gold, she enjoyed company from many friends and family. 

Shary is survived by her daughter Kimberly Hertel, and step-son Joseph Hertel Jr., her two grandchildren, Amelia & Elliot Hertel. She is also survived by her mother Diana, siblings, Tony Pilch & Cathy (Duane) Vincent. Her niece, Elizabeth Vincent and sister in law, Annie Hertel, Eileen Woodin and brother in law Matthew Hertel. In addition to a couple of aunts, uncles & many cousins. 

She was predeceased by her Husband Joseph Hertel and her father Neil Pilch. 

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 16th at the Pine Plains Community Room, 7775 S. Main Street, Pine Plains, after 1pm.