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Eric Marschner Obituary
Born in Germany, he was the son of the late Albert and Hedwig Marschner.
He was a resident of the Capital District for more than 50 years.
Eric was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, serving his country during World War II.
He received a B.S. from Albany State Teachers College and an M.A. from Michigan State University.
Mr. Marschner taught driver's education at Colonie Central High School, where he was head of the Driver Ed Department for many years. He was co-owner of the Acadia Driving School with his wife. Mr. Marschner was a former instructor of the 55 Alive Program sponsored by the A.A.R.P. He was a member of the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizens, A.A.R.P., Colonie Elks and the American Legion Zaloga Post. He was a former longtime member of the Capital District Mineral Club and the Holiday Rambler R.V. Club.
Eric enjoyed celebrating his 60th wedding anniversary last May 13, 2004, with his wife, family and friends.
He is the beloved husband of almost 61 years to Betty M. Marschner. He is the devoted father of Thomas Marschner and his wife, Virginia, Susan Pracher, Alan Eric Marschner and his wife, Kathaleen, Linda Gronostaj and her husband, John, Lori Kaufmann and her husband, Steve, and Kevin Marschner and his wife, Heather. He is the cherished grandfather of Kenneth and Michael Marschner, Julie and James Pracher, Melissa Marschner, Donald and Robert Witters, Ryan and Kyle Gronostaj, Kaylena and Angelene Kaufman and Justine and Logan Marschner.
He was predeceased by his brother, William Marschner, and his sister, Elsie Meiner.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at 11 a.m. Monday at the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1980 Central Ave., Colonie.
Calling hours will precede the service from 9 to 11 a.m. at the church.
Interment will follow the service in the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, Duell Road, Schuylerville.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pine Grove United Methodist Church, 1980 Central Ave., Colonie, NY 12205 or the H.B. Kuhn Senior Citizens Center, 2 Thunder Road, Albany, NY 12205, in memory of Eric C. Marschner.
Memories and Condolences
for Eric Marschner
Raymond RuchelL:
May 23, 2005
Eric, You taught me to drive on that old 55/56 dodge, and we only had one accident durning the test.
Sharon Hackel (French)
May 22, 2005
Betty- So sorry to hear of Eric's passing and my sympathy go to you and your family. I was the neighbor on Fuller Terr and Eric gave me my best driving skills. Thomas, I believe, was also in the great class of "65".
If it wasn't for a co-worker whose last name is Marsch and mentioned she saw a Marschner in the paper I never would have known.
May peace be with you
Niels Jurgensen
May 16, 2005
To all the Marschners; There is so much to say in honour of Eric, and yet the words do not come as asily. We often shared a few stories in the lobby of the V.A, as he waited for his ride home. My prayers are with you all!
Lori Mann
May 14, 2005
I am so sorry to hear of Eric's passing. He and my mother spent a lot of time talking at Van Rensselaer Manor. She missed him very much when he went home.
She passed away March 31.
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Gordon &Pat Alling
May 14, 2005
Dear Betty, We read about Eric on line and send our love to you and the family. It has been too long since we have heard anything about you.
Pat and Gordon
Dorothy & Al Preisner
May 14, 2005
Dear Betty, Our sincerst sympathy to you and your Family. May comfort come to you in great memories of Eric.
George Korb
May 14, 2005
Dear Betty,
I am sorry for your loss. I would like to be able to attend Eric's memorial service, but I am too feeble. I have Parkinson's Disease. I have happy memories of our association at the Albany County Council of Senior Centers and Clubs and on our trips abroad with Prime Time.
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