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Jack Marler Obituary
Jack was born Aug. 17, 1936 in Marissa to Bron and Ora Marler. He married Martha "Marti" Lea Waters of Percy on Nov. 14, 1963. She survives.
Jack was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve from 1955 to 1957 and U.S. Army from 1957 to 1963. His tenure with the Army included service in the 502nd INF/101st Airborne DIV and the 504th INF / 82nd Airborne DIV. He served with distinction and earned numerous achievement qualifications including that of Airborne Jumpmaster. Jack received an honorable discharge at the rank of staff sergeant. Jack worked as a coal miner for Streamline Coal and Consolidated Coal Co., "Burning Star No. 4" and retired after 35 years. He was a member of UMWA Local 1825 and a member of First Baptist Church of Pinckneyville. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Jack is survived by two daughters, Jill Poling-Carns of Percy, Lori and spouse, Dennis, Kleppin of Baltimore; son, John and fiancé, Amy Halleran, of Franklin, Tenn., and mother-in-law, Wanda Lea Waters of Percy.
Also surviving are two brothers, Clarence of Fayetteville and Bill and spouse, Angie, of Marissa; one sister, Doris and spouse, Jim, Rushing of Marissa; six grandchildren; Eric and spouse, Becca Poling, Wes Poling, Carolyn and spouse, Matt Brugh, Josh Kleppin, McKensey Kleppin and Reilly Kleppin.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister; and father-in-law, Francis L. Waters.
A memorial service is scheduled for 11 a.m. Friday, May 20, in First Baptist Church of Pinckneyville with Pastor Tim Bauersachs officiating. Friends may call from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church.
Military respects will be provided by Illinois Army National Guard in Marion and by Presswood Daffron American Legion Post 2504.
Memorials may be made to Perry County Humane Society.
Pyatt Funeral Home in Pinckneyville is in charge of the arrangements.
For more information or to sign an online guest register, visit www.pyattfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jack Marler
May 18, 2011
Jack was a true friend to our family, also a wonderful neighbor. He will be missed by all of us. All of our condolences and prayers to the family.
Love,
Bernie and Joanie Epplin
Harrisburg
Jump School Graduation / 1957
May 16, 2011
Harold Pundsack
May 16, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was a great friend & neighbor to our family for many years. He will truly be missed. Please know, Marti & Family, you will be in our thoughts & prayers.
Harold Pundsack, Jon & Debbie Olinger & family
Ft Bragg, NC. Circa 1958
John Marler
May 13, 2011
My Papa encouraged me to read the obituaries every day as one day I would be denied the priviledge. But, seeing my Dad, (my bud), on the present listing presents a reality I am ill-prepared for. Missing you more with each passing hour. Airborne Sgt Marler. Airborne "all the way"!
Brian (Spanky) Hampton
May 13, 2011
Jack, you were one of a kind. Friendly, outgoing, and such a cut-up. It was great working with you all those years.
May 13, 2011
Jack was the best brother-in-law ever. We'll miss him. Bless his heart.
Linda & Ron
Brad and Margaret Berger
May 11, 2011
Sorry to hear about Jack's passing. Many fond memories and such a good friend to mom and dad.
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