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Ronald Marquardt Obituary
Hattiesburg
Dr. Ronald Gene Marquardt, 73, passed away on May 15, 2013, at his home in Hattiesburg, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Dr. Marquardt was born on August 6, 1939 in Pittsburg, Kansas. He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Pittsburg State University, where he played on the varsity tennis team and served as student body president in 1961. He earned a master's degree from Pittsburg State in 1969, a PhD in political science from the University of Missouri in 1972, and a law degree, with distinction, from Mississippi College in 1982.
In 1973 Dr. Marquardt joined the faculty of the University of Southern Mississippi, where he taught political science and constitutional law. During his long tenure at the university Dr. Marquardt served as chairman of the Political Science Department, director of the Paralegal Studies Program, student legal advisor, and faculty representative to the NCAA. He is the co-author of the books Gifted Children & the Law and Gifted Children & Legal Issues in Education, published by Ohio Psychology Press (1991). He retired in 2003.
In 1961, Dr. Marquardt was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army, stationed at Ft. Lee, Virginia, followed by two years of service in the National Guard. He was honorably discharged as a captain in 1965.
Dr. Marquardt was a lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan and an avid tennis player. He was a founding member and former president of the Racquet Club in Hattiesburg. He continued to play tennis on U.S. Tennis Association teams until 2010.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Marguerite Marquardt, and a sister, Patricia Marquardt. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Susan Marquardt; two sons, Mark Marquardt (Hajira Majid) of Evanston, Illinois, and Rick Marquardt (Julianne) of Salt Lake City, Utah; three grandchildren: Adam, Alexandra Jane, and Katherine Hope; and a brother, Paul Donald Marquardt, of Walton, Kentucky.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 117 W. 4th Street in Hattiesburg, on Saturday, May 18 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday, May 17, from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at Forrest Funeral Home, 1258 Richburg Road in Hattiesburg.
Dr. Marquardt was a member of the USM Foundation. Memorials may be made to the Ronald G. Marquardt Endowed Scholarship Fund at the University of Southern Mississippi, 118 College Drive, #5210, Hattiesburg, MS 39406-0001.
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Vic DuBose
December 26, 2013
I am sorry I did not learn of Dr. Marquardt's passing until I read a memorial listing on 12/26/13 in The Mississippi Lawyer. He was a great man, outstanding professor, and was extremely helpful to me, both when I was an undergraduate and graduate student in the program, and when I applied for law school at Miss. College School of Law. My deepest sympathies.
Karsandra Adams Padgett
May 23, 2013
My prayers to Dr. Marquardt's family. He was my professor & advisor in Paralegal studies @ USM, and he was my favorite in all categories. I remember well when he was traveling for law school classes @ night after full days teaching/advising & that was such an inspiration to all of us to always work toward desired goals.
May 22, 2013
Dr. Marquardt was one of my professors, my advisor and my friend. He was great in all 3 roles and he will certainly be missed. He was a very good man. Rest in peace. Joel Johnson
May 21, 2013
May God grant peace during this time in your life. Mary Lee Brown
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May 21, 2013
Dr. Marquardt was a extremely helpful and kind gentleman. Rest in peace, sir. May God bless your loved ones. Ms. Sue, my prayers are with you in this difficult time. It was a great pleasure meeting you. My sister sends here condolences.
God bless,
Silvia
Eddie A. Holloway
May 20, 2013
Th The Family,
I remember Dr. Marquardt as a caring man, great teacher and friend of students. He gave a lot to students, faculty and supporters of Southern Mississippi.
May 19, 2013
My sympathies to Dr Marquardt's family. I enjoyed my studies under him very much. Debbie Hunt, USM Alumni 1991
kay kincaid-mooney
May 17, 2013
I have fond memories growing up with Ronnie in Pittsburg,Ks.He was liked by all.Rest in peace,old friend.
May 17, 2013
I went to Pittsburg High School with Ron and have good memories of those days. May he rest in peace.
Bob McCool
May 16, 2013
Sue and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and we send love and Light as you cope with this loss.
Russ and Dana
May 16, 2013
Sue, I offer my sympathy to you and your family for the loss of your love one. I know it will be hard to learn to live without him, but time will make it a little easier.
Jo Tisdale
Sandra McCoy
May 16, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Dr. Marquardt's passing. he was one of my favorite professors
May 16, 2013
Dear Sue, Mark, and Rick,
Please know we are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers. I'm sure your many happy memories will be a great comfort during this difficult time.
Much Love,
John, Clare, Caroline, and Jill (Marquardt) Pratt
May 16, 2013
Sue and family, Royce and I have you in our thoughts and prayers. Sending our love and heartfelt sympathy.
Marika and Royce Warner
May 16, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Linda Carpenter Satcher
May 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to Dr. M's family. He was my mentor and guide when I was a paralegal student at Southern in the late 1970's. As well as after I graduated. He will be missed by the people he helped through life.
May 16, 2013
Rick, I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing. He has led a fascinating life. You have a great heritage.
John R Jackson
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