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Irene Eckert Obituary

ECKERT Irene Eckert, 78, of Carroll, Ohio, died Saturday, March 18, 2006 at Sarasota Memorial Hospital in Sarasota, Florida. Born on April 22, 1927 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Frank and Nellie (Hatton) Segger, she had been a winter resident of Englewood, FL for five years. Dr. Eckert was a professor at Capital University in Columbus Ohio for thirty-three years prior to her retirement in 1991. She attended St. John Lutheran Church in Lithopolis, Ohio. Survivors include her husband of sixteen years: George F. Eckert of Carroll, OH; one daughter: Nancy Kidwell of Canal Winchester, OH; four sons: Timothy Sander of Cincinnati, OH; Matthew Sander of Carroll, OH; Mark Sander of Logan, OH; Peter Sander of Deerfield Beach, FL; three step-daughters: Marie Blackburn of Ft. Worth, TX; Karen Spyker of Marysville, OH; Joyce Cafaro of Columbus, OH; two sisters: Cora Roberts of Plymouth, MI; Ann Cooper of Boyne City, MI; and twelve grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at a later date. ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICE has been selected to handle arrangements.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 21, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Irene Eckert

16 Entries

Marilyn & Carl Noll

April 19, 2006

Dear George and Family,

We were shocked and saddened by the news of Irene's death. Irene was my first "boss" at Capital in the summer of '78. I had planned to work just for the summer and it was such a great experience that I was happy when I was hired as a fulltime secretary in Health and Physical Education Dept. and Athletics Office. I have Irene to thank for giving me that chance. She has always been a good and very cheerful friend. Even though we rarely saw each other over the last few years, she was one of those people whom I felt comfortable calling "friend." May you find peace in knowing that she is truly happy and well in the arms of the Lord. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Marilyn and Carl Noll

Cheryl Ney

April 2, 2006

George: Mike and I were saddened to learn of Irene's passing. We are grateful for the time we spent with you and Irene. We continue to be inspired by the life you two built and lived together.

Clark and Kathy Dehne

March 29, 2006

Dear George and Family,

We were saddened to hear of Irene's passing and remember with fondness the times we spent with you. Our prayers are with all of you.

Brian Wallace

March 29, 2006

George and family,

Cheryl and I were sorry to hear of Irene's passing. She was a special lady, full of passion for life and with a gift for living life on her terms. What a wonderful gift she was to all who met her. We particularly remember her letting us stay at her cabin in the Hocking Hills for a weekend. That cabin reminds me a lot of Irene: simple, weathered, beautiful, and sheltered in a valley of God's love.

Brian Wallace & Cheryl Enders

Laurel Talabere

March 28, 2006

Dear George and Family, My deepest sympathy goes out to you. I was very sad to learn about Irene's death. I remember Irene as someone who was passionate about the health and wellbeing of students. She and I (and others) worked closely to develop the Lifetime Health course. Even to this day, I think of her when I walk by "her" corner office in Troutman Hall. May memories of love and joy sustain you through this difficult time. Laurel Talabere

Cheryl VanDeusen

March 28, 2006

Dear George,

I am deeply saddened by the death of Irene, your loving partner. I will always remember her as a well respected faculty colleague who devoted her life to the education and health of our Capital students. She memtored many of us in our teaching and in the role we played in faculty governance. She was always clear about her own values and lived her life on a daily basis demonstrating those values. My prayers for God's comfort to you and your family in her loss.

Kathy Green

March 28, 2006

George,

I am so sorry for your loss. Irene was a very optimistic and energetic person. When I was a student at Capital she was my teacher for several classes and I always admired her positive approach and upbeat attitude. Then when I began teaching at Capital, there she was and she looked and acted as if she hadn't aged a bit! What a great lady. Kathy Green

Barbara Weaver

March 27, 2006

Dear George,

Very sorry about Irene's passing. She was a much respected colleague and fine educator.I will always remember her many kindnesses toward me during our days at Capital. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dennis Asp

March 27, 2006

Dear George:

You have lost a cherished loved one and the Cap Family has lost a valued friend and colleague. Be sure of our continuing thoughts and prayers. We thank God for her faith and witness and are strengthened by the greatest promise of all: "I am the resurrection and the life... Though (s)he were dead, yet shall (s)he live." Go with God.

Tom Christenson

March 27, 2006

George & other family members: I recall Irene fondly. She was very welcoming of me when I first came to Capital. I rermember your wedding, visiting at the cabin, fishing with Skrade on the pond. My thanks to both of you for being the loving people I got to know.

Jennifer Hodge

March 27, 2006

I was very sadden to hear of Professor Eckert's passing. On behave of the Health and Sport Sciences Department at Capital University we would like to send our thoughts and prayers. In April of 2005, the department voted to change the Physical Education Award to the "Irene Eckert Physical Education Major of the Year Award". Please know that this year in April will be the first year this award will be given in her honor.

Miriam Miller

March 27, 2006

Dear Dr. Eckert: As the Faculty Secretary in the Sciences at Capital University for 16 years I've known you and your wife during those years. I just want to extend my condolences to you in your loss. May God, family and friends be a great comfort to you.

Sincerely, Miriam Miller

Rose Walker

March 27, 2006

Dear George and family,

I was sorry to learn of Irene's death. She was such a vital member of the faculty here. She helped me gain a wider appreication and knowledge of the goverance system and I will always remember her for that.

Sincerely,

Rose Walker

Albert Maag

March 27, 2006

George: My wife, Katheryn, and I are very saddened to hear of the death of our good friend and colleague Irene. We will always remember her good cheer and positive outlook. Best wishes to you, George.

Al Maag

Tom Maroukis

March 27, 2006

George,

I was saddened to hear about the passing of Irene. She was a great asset to Capital over many years. I enjoyed knowing her. My best to you. Tom Maroukis

Barbara Keller

March 22, 2006

Dear George,

I am very sorry to learn that you have lost Irene. The sixteen years you spent together must have been wonderful ones. I'll alwasy remember Irene as a very vital, lively woman.

Sincerely,

-Barbara Keller

Capital University

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