Eunice L. Palzer

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Eunice Palzer Obituary

PALZER - Eunice L., Loving mother, grandmother and friend to many, passed away peacefully in her home Saturday morning at the age of 72. Born the middle child on May 12, 1935 to Paul and Eleanor Stockard, she lived an adventurous life with her parents in the Midwest and later in Union, N.J. While attending Dickinson College, she met and married Warren. Life then took her to Kentucky, Germany, Baltimore, and Mississippi, where she taught English in the mid 1960's. Moving to Long Island, she taught Spanish for 26 years at Walt Whitman H.S. and was actively involved with student foreign exchange programs and overseas travel. Eunice was a dedicated Girl Scout leader for 26 years. She divorced in 1978. She was a faithful and active member in her church and its many programs. Eunice, an avid marimba player throughout her life, shared her love of the instrument with her children, grandchildren, churches and shut-ins. She was also actively involved in the Civic Association and the Seagulls Camping Club. Her determined spirit, caring nature and unequivocal love will always be remembered. She will be deeply missed by all. Eunice is survived by her four children, Scott, Bruce (Jeanne), Mark (Donna), and Robyn (Kevin), and seven grandchildren. She joins her granddaughter, Brianna, in Heaven. Eunice has donated her body to Stony Brook Medical Center for research. A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, November 4th, at 2:30 PM at Bethany Presbyterian Church in Huntington Station. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

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Published by Newsday on Oct. 28, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Eunice Palzer

12 Entries

Grace Metcalf

October 22, 2008

Eunice and I lived around the corner from each other in Union, N.J. I met her at the age of 10 and immediately we clicked like sisters. We attended the same grade school, high school and were in the same Girl Scout Troop; in fact where ever Eunice was there was Gracie.

I remember each week helping her push a large baby carriage with her xylophone in it to Connecticut Farms Grade school for music lessons. We had several steep hills to negotiate. One time in particular we decided to take a short-cut during the morning rush hour by running across Route 22 pushing the baby carriage at top speed to beat the cars, trucks and buses. I think our angels were with us that day. If our parents ever found out I am sure we would not have been able to sit very long.

We managed to keep in touch until I moved to Arizona in 1976. We then lost touch for several years. Through the high school reunions, we were able to resume our friendship. What a joyous time to see each other after many years and share the changes in our lives.

I will always remember Eunice as a soft spoken, kind hearted soul. Her smile was a ray of sunshine to all around her. I am a better person because of her. I will always remember the laughs and good times we had.

And so, I must say "good bye for now" my dear friend, I will never forget you.

Now that a year is almost upon us let me express how much I loved this wonderful Lady. What a privilege to have her as part of my family. God be with her and all of her family.

Love, Mash(Grace) Baggstrom Metcalf

Angela Castillo

November 20, 2007

I attended church with Eunice and she was always so sweet. She always made a point to say hi. She was a very special person, and will be greatly missed by many. As requested, we made a donation in her name to the American Diabetes Association. Hope it helps further the research already done to help so many people
With Sympathy
Angela, Gabe and Marisa Castillo

LaurieAnn (Laurie to most) Walker (Sienkwicz)

November 14, 2007

Eunice Palzer - wow - so much to say. I met Eunice when I was probably born - going to Bethany Presbyterian. I remember one day walking into my first day of Spanish class and this woman giving me the warmest hug and so happy to see me - well of course, it was Eunice. I was actually sort of scared to be her student (high expectations) - but she was wonderful. From that day forward - anytime I saw her she always greeted me with the warmest smile and hugs. She truly had the kindest heart and the most gentle eyes. Years could go by and I would not see her, but upon returning to Long Island and to Bethany - there she was with that warm smile and hug again. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with her family.

Cheryl DeRasmo

November 14, 2007

Eunice was a wonderful lady. I knew her most of my life. We went to Bethany where I was a child and she was an adult. She was my Girl Scout Leader and also my Spanish teacher one year at Walt Whitman high school. The thing I loved most about Eunice was ability to talk to you as a friend even though there were many years between us. She was always sweet and pleasant and obviously loved teaching. She will be missed
Cheryl DeRasmo(Sienkwicz) Clayton, NC. Only moved two years ago. Spent the rest of my time in Huntingon, NY

Carol Davis

November 5, 2007

I want to send my deepest sympathy to the Palzer family. Your Mom was an incredible lady & quite a source of strength. She will be truly missed. May your memories fill your hearts with joy.

Walter & Shirley Jung

November 2, 2007

We first met Eunice at Bethany Presbyterian Church. Our relationship grew while driving Eunice to her Dialysis treatments. She was an amazing lady for what she was going through. She never let her spirits down. She will be missed.

Mash (Grace) Baggstrom-Metcalf

November 2, 2007

I will always remember all of the fun times we had together while growing up in Union, N.J. Eunice was my adopted sister. We lived in the same neighborhood in Union. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family during this trying time.

October 30, 2007

To The Family of Eunice Palzer,

I was your Mother's Nurse many times at HH.
We had many laughs through the bad times. May she rest in peace.

Kitty

Michelle Ritter(Quigley)

October 29, 2007

My sympathy's to her family I was in her Girl Scout Troop and remember such good times going on different trips to Battleship Cove MA and the Bronx Zoo and camping and roller skating which is were I first learned how to roller skate.I remember the pool parties she would have in the summer for the Girl Scouts too.It was a lot of fun having her as a Girl Scout Leader.She will be missed.

Carol Brown

October 29, 2007

I have known Eunice for many years..and I have never known anyone who had such a wonderful spirit as Eunice did. Always smiling, never complaining--a truly amazing lady. I will miss her. My deepest sympathy's to her family.

Mary Reis

October 28, 2007

My sympathy to Eunice's Family. She was a very good person. She was the Girl Scout Leader for my two daughters, Michelle Ritter and Catherine Mondello (Quigley) and did a wonderful job as troop leader. We will always remember her, she was the best.

Lynn Youngs

October 28, 2007

I remember many fun times with Eunice and her daughter Robyn. We shared camping trips, pool parties and Girl Scout activities. Many times we wondered if her little Pinto would make it to the camp with all her guests and equipment!!! Jeri, Joe, Chud, Eddie & I send our condolences to the family.

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