Obituary of Bertha B. Kotlow

Bertha B. Kotlow, age 93 of Slingerlands, NY died on Friday, June 10, 2016 at the Teresian House in Albany. Born in Albany, Bertha was a lifelong resident. She was a member of Congregation Beth Emeth in Albany as well as the Independent Benevolent Society in Albany. Bertha was married to Emanuel Kotlow until his passing on June 12, 1991. Mother of Lawrence Kotlow ( Ellen) , Richard Kotlow (Kathy) and Diane ( Don) Segal. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren . She was an avid collector of rocks , minerals and sands from around the world. She was very proud to have donated her entire collection to the Schenectady Museum of Integrative Science . A grave side service will be held at the Independent Benevolent Cemetery on 320 Fuller Road , near the State University in Albany on Tuesday, June 14, 2016 at 11:30am. Those wishing to remember Bertha may make a memorial contribution to the Schenectady Museum of Integrative Science or to the charity of your choice. The family will receive friends and guests at the Beverwyck 40 Autumn Drive , Slingerlands , From 6 to 8 Tuesday evening .