03/26/2026
Sending our sincerest condolences to Rob's family, friends and co-workers. Please keep all of them in your thoughts and prayers, especially his wife Nicole, who serves as a paramedic here in Greene County with Greene County EMS, and their young daughter Alena.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of 911 Dispatcher Rob Shang.
Rob dedicated 27 years to the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, serving our community with professionalism, compassion, and a steady voice when it mattered most. Prior to rejoining us full time, Rob served with the Amsterdam Fire Department, where he retired a few years ago, and continued his service as a current member of the Cranesville Volunteer Fire Department, where he served as Second Assistant Chief.
If you ever heard Rob on the radio, you knew exactly who you were talking to, calm, reliable, and always there when you needed him.
Beyond the headset, Rob was a friend to many. He was known for his smile, his sense of humor, and the way he treated everyone like family.
Rob leaves behind his parents Deborah and Bob, wife, Nicole, a paramedic with our EMS Division, their daughter Alena, his children Ashlee and Thomas, and his brother Mike, who serves as a Sergeant in our Investigations Division.
Our thoughts are with his entire family, his friends, and all who had the privilege to work alongside him.
Rest easy, Rob. We’ve got it from here.