Delma R. Morehouse

Greece: November 8, 2011. Delma was born and raised in Moira, N.Y., to Vida & Frank Shatraw and was the youngest of five. She is predeceased by her husband, Max Morehouse and her son, Gary Morehouse. Survived by her two daughters, Maxine (Arthur) Schaertel & Sandra (George) Foster; two grandchildren, Wanda & Wade Schaertel; two great-grandchildren, Sydney & Austin of Las Vegas; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. At age 19, Delma entered the Miss American Pageant and won 1st runner up. She taught dancing and did some free-lance modeling until she married Max Morehouse, of Lake George in 1938. They were married for 52 years until his passing in 1990. Dee was a very independent and very active woman. She loved traveling, golfing, cards and dancing. She will be remembered for her beauty, charm, grace, dignity and abundant kindness. Delma was a care taker and nurturer to all in need. Friends may call Tuesday, November 15th, 10 A.M. to 12 NOON at Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Home, Greece Chapel, 1075 Long Pond Road. Entombment will be held privately in Riverside Cemetery. Please forward donations to your favorite charity in Delma’s memory.