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Jack Marsh Obituary

Jack R. Marsh, 86, of Macungie, formerly of Emmaus, died at home, surrounded by his loving family on Friday, November 26, 2021. He and his wife, Eleanor E. (Druckenmiller) Marsh, shared 67 years of marriage together. Born in Allentown, he was the son of the late Raymond F. and Catherine (Boyer) Marsh Lenker. Jack served in the Naval Reserve for 10 years. He worked as a welder at Mack Trucks for 27 years, retiring in 1991 and co-owner of Marsh Custom Drapes with his wife. Jack very much enjoyed working as a teacher's aide for East Penn School District. He was a member of St. John's U.C.C. in Emmaus and the Historical Society. He was past president and member of the Emmaus VFW Golf League where he scored a hole-in-one. Jack's other favorite pastimes include fishing, hunting, pinochle, and family gatherings.

Survivors: Loving Wife; Daughters, Deborah DeLong, Audrey Lauer and Wanda Fretz; Son, Hugh Marsh; Sisters, Marilyn Decker and Linda Krause; 6 Grandchildren; and 11 Great-Grandchildren.

Services: Private. Arrangements by Bachman, Kulik & Reinsmith Funeral Homes, Emmaus, www.BKRFH.com

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John's U.C.C. Building Fund, 139 N. 4th St., Emmaus, PA 18049.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Morning Call on Dec. 1, 2021.

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Bonnie and Ron Reinert

December 6, 2021

So so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. We will miss him for sure, He was always so friendly and fun to be with. Prayers to the Family and to his dear wife Eleanor.

Rita Fisher Blyler

December 5, 2021

Jack was one of the special class mates. He will be missed.

Thom and Linda Kollar

December 3, 2021

Our sincere condolences to all of Jack´s families and friends. Share all your memories they are precious.

Bill and Sandy Wells

December 3, 2021

So sorry to hear of Jacks passing.
Our thoughts and condolences to the entire family.

Garry Haas

December 3, 2021

Thinking of you at this sad time and wishing you strength in the days to come.

Connie Archer

December 2, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to Jack's loving family. Sending prayers for comfort

Daniel R Geist and Carolyn Geist

December 1, 2021

Hugh sorry for your loss. I remember your father when we were kids growing up in Emmaus when I lived around the corner from you on north seventh street. I'll always remember his bald head and laughs. May he rest in peace. God Bless.

Grateful

December 1, 2021

Sir,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful US Citizen

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