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Karl Lee Folmar January 28, 1927 November 26, 2012 Karl Lee Folmar, 85, of State College, died Monday, Nov. 26, 2012, at his residence, after a long illness. Born Jan. 28, 1927, in Drifting, he was the son of the late Edgar and Elva Smith Folmar. On Dec. 20, 1952, he married Lois M. Zink, who survives. Also surviving are three children, Cindy Tier and her husband, Carl, of Pennsylvania Furnace, K. Alan Folmar, and Kim Shapelow, both of State College; one brother, Clark Folmar and his wife, Nell, of Curwensville; four sisters, Ruth Gurbal, of Clearfield, Ethel Fisher and her husband, Harold, of Ohio, Bonnie Wisor and her husband, Marshall, of Mineral Springs, Betty Hutchings and her husband, Bob, of Beech Creek; one brother in law, Crevling A. Merrell, of Danville; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Jessica, Joshua, Kyle, Rachael, Adam and Kory; seven great-grandchildren, Breanna, Shayla, Gabriel, Jeriah, Isabella, Arianna and Alyssa; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Gary, a brother, Maynard, and two sisters, Alma Merrell and Grace Conaway. Karl grew up in Peale, one of nine children. He attended Cooper High School for three years until he left school to join the Navy. He served two years with distinction as a Coxswain in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He returned to school and graduated in 1947. During and after high school, he was an avid football player who eventually played Semi-Pro for the Osceola Redskins. Karl retired from SCI Rockview where he worked from 1953-1978 as a Corrections Officer. Upon retirement, he and his son, Alan, owned Folmar and Son, a successful painting business, for many years in the State College area. One of Karl's dreams was to build his family a house. With the help of his family and friends, this dream became a reality in 1979. His success in business can be directly attributed to his tireless work ethic. He took pride in the fact that he always left his customers satisfied. He had a witty sense of humor and a smile that would light up a room. He carried these incredible attributes until his last day. His passions were flower and vegetable gardening, football, and hunting. He was a member of the Veteran's of Foreign Wars, American Legion, both of State College, and the Moose Lodge of Grassflat. Family and friends will be received from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 South Atherton Street, State College. Memorial services will follow at the funeral home at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Kelley Baxter officiating. Burial will be in the Messiah Baptist Cemetery, Lanse. Memorial contributions may be made to Home Nursing Agency, 450 Windmere Drive, State College, PA 16801. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com.
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Alan,
I'm very sorry to hear about Karl's passing. Our condolences to you and your family.
Dave & Ellie Witherite
December 6, 2012
Alan, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lauren Lykens Spearly
December 4, 2012
Dear Folmar Family
So sorry for your loss.
Your Father was a great friend to my Father. My dad use to tell me very funny stories about when they use to get together and have a good time.
I remember every summer when we were on vacation from Cleveland we had to go to State College and see Karl and Lois. One year Karl even came out and painted our house for us.
I also remember he took Alan and myself fishing, it was a great memory for me.
May they be together in the house of the Lord. Amen
Steve Lyncha
December 2, 2012
My condolences to you and your family,Alan.
Lyn Kline
December 2, 2012
To all of you I send my prayers and sympathy. May memories of him and his laughter get you through these hard times
Lori (Epler) Warner
December 1, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bob/Shirley Tussey
December 1, 2012
To the Folmer family, Words can not express, the feeling you all must be having, I think of all the so meny good times we shared. Karl was always the big brother or father to all us Zinks he will be truley be missed, Lois I know my sons and I love you and are here for you and your family Love Linda
Linda Heverly
November 30, 2012
Lois,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Bob and Libby Gretzler
November 30, 2012
Karls smile and quick wit will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with you all at this difficult time
Chuck & Vida Wheeland
November 30, 2012
Kim and Family,
My condolences are with you all. Pappy will be missed. He took this city boy out hunting for his first and only deer. Love to all.
Jeff Shapelow
November 30, 2012
Al,
sorry to hear of your father's passing.
Chuck DeVinney
November 30, 2012
Kim & Family,
Thinking of you during this most difficult time. May you find peace in the memories that you will always hold close to your heart. Thinking of you.
Erica
November 30, 2012
Uncle Karl, You will forever be in my Heart!! I smile every time I picture your face!! Love Bobby Zink
Bobby Zink
November 29, 2012
Dear Folmar Family,
Many happy memories come to mind when I think of the times I spent in your home. Coach you are now pain free and among the angels watching over us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Hugs,
Doreen (Tackle) and Roger
Doreen Diehl
November 29, 2012
Al and all the family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frank Sirianni
November 29, 2012
Al and Family, I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. With my deepest sympathy,
Cindy Dunkel
November 29, 2012
To my dear Aunt Lois and wonderful cousins
I am so sorry about Uncle Karl. He was a well loved man. Some of my fondest memories growing up is time spent with the Fplmar family. Particularly the day at Prince Gallitzin and our fishing trip in Cape May, NJ. He will be missed, but we will all have fond memories.
We send our love,
Melanie & Judy
Melanie Love
November 29, 2012
God love you Karl you are free! So glad I got to visit with you one last time and you had your sense of humor right to the end. You were a wonderful and entertaining next door neighbor for 22 years, Denny and I will never forget you. Rest in Peace, Hoy! Lois, if there is anything Denny or I can do for you now or in the future, please don't hesitate to call.
Lori and Dennis Mowery
November 29, 2012
Al,
I am so sorry to hear about your father...you and your entire family have my deepest sympathy.
Dick Monsell
November 29, 2012
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