Rosemary Chorbaji

In Loving Memory of Rosemary K. Chorbaji

April 3, 1948 – May 30, 2026

Rosemary K. Chorbaji passed away on May 30, 2026, while residing at the Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Delhi, NY. She was born on April  3, 1948, in Binghamton, NY.

Rosemary graduated from Binghamton High School and continued to pursue her education throughout her life. She retired from Northern Virginia Community College, where she earned numerous awards for her dedication and contributions. Prior to her tenure there, she was employed at Syracuse University. After retiring, Rosemary moved to Deposit to be closer to her family. During her time in Deposit, she formed deep friendships with individuals who became like family to her.

Rosemary was an enthusiastic reader, loved shopping, and enjoyed pampering her beloved pets, Mocha and Bailey. She was frequently seen walking with them or visiting Wendy’s drive‑thru for a treat.

She is survived by her sons, Bradley Shaffer and Wade Shaffer, along with Wade’s wife Nina. Her grandsons include David Shaffer, Derrick Shaffer and his wife Carol, and Dustin Shaffer. Rosemary is also survived by her sister Donna. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert Whitehouse and Joyce Ford; her sister Sandy Cook; her daughter Wendy Smiley; her daughter‑in‑law Laurel Gehrig; and her grandsons Dalton Hillis and Cameron Smiley.

May her soul find peace in eternal rest.

Graveside services at Calvary Cemetery in Johnson City are being planned for the near futures.   Please express condolences online at www.SavageFS.com. Arrangements are entrusted to SAVAGE‑DeMarco Funeral Service.

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