Regina L. Shoen

Funeral services for Regina L. Shoen, age 55, of Ogdensburg will be held at 10:00am on Tuesday (April 7, 2026) at St. Mary’s Cathedral with Rev. Joseph Morgan officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery in the spring.

Visitation will be held on Monday (April 6, 2026) from 12:00pm – 4:00pm at the Fox & Murray Funeral Home. Gina passed away on March 30, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.

Gina is survived by her devoted husband, Michael of Ogdensburg; her beloved son, L. Caleb Hurteau of Ogdensburg; her mother, Linda Hurteau of Ogdensburg; her sister, Amy (Edward) Nicorvo of Antwerp; along with cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends whose lives she touched in countless ways.

She was predeceased by her father, Lee C. Hurteau, in 2012, and her sister, Victoria Hurteau, in 2021 and mother-in-law Ruth Shoen in 2023.

Born on November 1, 1970, in Ogdensburg, Gina was the daughter of Lee and Linda (Martin) Hurteau. She attended Ogdensburg Free Academy and remained proud of her roots and the community that shaped her life. On July 12, 2014, she married Michael G. Shoen, beginning a partnership grounded in love, friendship, and unwavering support.

Gina dedicated her life to helping others. She began her career at Step by Step in Ogdensburg, where she served faithfully for 11 years as a peer worker, offering compassion, understanding, and encouragement to those in need. In 2015, she continued her calling with the Upstate Bureau of Regional Advocacy and Peer Support for the New York State Office of Mental Health. As Director of the upstate program, Gina was a tireless advocate and leader, providing meaningful services and steadfast guidance until her illness.

Gina found joy in life’s simple and beautiful moments. She loved reading, camping in the Adirondacks, traveling, and spending treasured time with her family and friends. Above all, she found purpose in helping others—always ready with a listening ear, a warm smile, and an open heart.

She will be remembered for her kindness, strength, and the genuine care she extended to everyone she met. Her legacy of compassion and service will continue to live on in the many lives she touched. A special thank you to Denise Tallman, Michele Draper, Patsy Bulger, Aunt Ann Martin, Pam Garlough, Kimmy Dewey, Gina’s mom and sister Linda Hurteau and Amy Nicorvo, Tammy Haladay Berry, Mona Smith, Tony and Johanna Trahan, Hospice and Palliative Care, Linda Davison, Rte 68 Deli and the support and love shown during the “Go Fund Me” in her honor.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Ogdensburg Volunteer Rescue Squad. Condolences and fond memories can also be shared online at www.foxandmurrayfuneralhome.com.