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Erich Kollmar Obituary

Erich Kollmar

MILLBROOK - Erich Kollmar died at the age of 91 in his home in Millbrook, New York, on December 10, 2016. He is survived by his wife Lis, his three children Erichsen, Alex, and Birgit and his three grand-children, Peter, Ilse, and George Erich. He was a man of many roles and talents. He was a Son, a Brother, a Sailor, a Cinematographer, a World Traveler, a Husband, a Father, and a Grandfather. It was a life well lived and full of many wonderful memories. He was much loved and will be truly missed. Over the summer, family and friends will celebrate his life at a memorial service at the Church of Saint Paul the Apostle on west 60th Street in NYC followed by a celebration of his life at the Old Castle Pub on west 54th Street in NYC.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Allen Funeral Home, Millbrook,NY.

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

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal on Dec. 16, 2016.

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Walt Jacob

February 23, 2017

Sailor, rest your oars. You will be missed.

Tina Rechner

December 17, 2016

Dear Alex and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tina Rechner

barbara wadzuk

December 16, 2016

My prayers go out to you all. He was a great father to you.
Fondly,
Ms. Wadzuk (Costello)

Daniel Ryan

December 16, 2016

Alex and Family-
Alex, I am very sorry to hear about your Father. I always enjoyed his company. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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