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Jack Eckner Obituary

Jack O. Eckner Jack O. Eckner, 83 of Hilton Head Island passed away suddenly on October 20th. Mr. Eckner was predeceased in death by his beloved wife Arleen and is survived by his son Jim and daughter in law Debbie as well as the many dear friends he made during his remarkable life. Jack was a native of Chicago where he was a Chicago Police officer and educator before becoming a U.S. Treasury Agent and moved to the Washington DC area. During the course of his career he received many awards and commendations for outstanding service. Mr. Eckner was also an accomplished artist, avid reader, scholar with a profound knowledge of many subjects, golfer and a great story and joke teller. Jack and Arleen came to the Island following his retirement 20 years ago and cherished their time spent here. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 4, 2014 at Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, SC. Donations can be made in Jack's honor to the American Cancer Society.

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Published by The Island Packet from Oct. 29 to Dec. 1, 2014.

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Jim & Deb Eckner

December 24, 2014

This Christmas will be far less joyful without you to share it with. We love you Dad & miss you you every day.

November 2, 2014

We have fond memories of Jack and Arleen. They shared a special love. While we will miss them here on earth, they are together in heaven and now your guardian angels.
May fond memories of your Dad (Jack) bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Look back on all the good memories you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before Jack and Arleen passed away. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love,
Scott, Marge, and Cailey Whalen

Frank Andriacchi

October 31, 2014

I had the pleasureh of Jacks company on occasion and was lucky enough to golf with him, Quite the CARACTER .To me Jack will always be MR.Eckner I would never have called him Jack,to much respect for the MAN.SOOO SORRY for your loss Jim
FD WHOP

October 30, 2014

John and I always enjoyed our vacations with you, Jack, and Arleen and all the parties we attended together. We have known you since 1961 and enjoyed your company and your jokes and stories. You will be missed.
Love, Pat Jones

October 30, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mina

October 29, 2014

We love you Jack, you are already missed greatly.

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