Hildegard Ella Romines

Hildegard Ella Romines also known as “Grandma Hilda”, 95, of Schenectady New York passed away at home on October 3, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Detroit, Michigan on June 21, 1931.

Hilda was employed by Glendale home and Albany Airport retiring in 2014 at the age of 83.

Above all, Hilda was a devoted mother who took great pride in raising her seven children. She was a wonderful mother who dedicated herself to her family and was always there for those she loved.

She was predeceased by her father and mother, William and Annie Marie Dietzsch Ruschmann, her cherished and loving daughter, Heidi Lynn Romines, her granddaughter, Melissa Steward, and her grandson, Joseph Romines.

Hilda is survived by her six children, Monica Gentile, Susan (Michael) Simmons, Ricky (April) Romines, Terry (Vicki) Romines, Donald Romines and Kevin (Lillis) Romines. She is survived by 13 cherished grandchildren Billy III, Steven, Tara, Sara, April, Michaela, Ricky, Jodie, Christine, Amanda, Brittany, Robert and Kristen. Hilda is also survived by 15 cherished great grandchildren Billy IV, Lillian, Bella, Maxwell, Courtney, Cameron, Cloey, Shantea, Jason, Carlos Jr., Nayianna, Alexandria, Austin, Kaylee and Madison.

Hilda is also survived by her sister, Ingeburg Alexander and two nieces, JoAnne and Carol.

Services will be held at Rossi & Ditoro Funeral Home, 501 Union St., Schenectady, NY 12305 on Friday, October 9, 2026 at 2 PM with Fr Richard Carlino officiating.

Relatives and friends may call on Friday from Noon to 2pm.

Interment will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park, Colonie