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Marc Salzer Obituary

Salzer, Marc K. RENSSELAER Marc K. Salzer, 35, of Rensselaer died Monday, March 7, 2016, at home after a long illness following his accident in 1997. Before his accident he loved to hunt, fish, ski and water ski. Marc liked to do wood working with his father and was also known as the magic man for his love of magic tricks. He always carried a magic trick in his pocket and was always pulling coins out of peoples ears. Marc was very popular and had left a huge void when he was struck down. Predeceased by his grandparents, Edgar Coon, and Martha and Joseph Salzer; uncles, Douglas Coon, Martha and Chris Keller. Marc is survived by his parents, Thomas K. and Marilyn (Coon) Salzer; siblings Adam D.(Laurie), Scott and Todd E. Salzer. He is also survived by grandmother, Lois Coon; aunt, Marcia, Randall (Marlene), Lloyd, Richard (Michele) Coon. Joseph Salzer Jr., Lucinda (John) McCarthy. Marc is also survived by many cousins and nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral 10 a.m. on Saturday at the First Lutheran Church 181 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY. Friends are invited to his calling hours Friday evening from 4 -7p.m. at the Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpk., Rensselaer, NY 12144. Entombment will be in Prospect Hill Cemetery, Guilderland.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Mar. 8 to Mar. 9, 2016.

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Bernadette Nevins

March 2, 2021

It is never easy to lose a loved one. Hopefully time has helped to ease your pain

Gerry May

March 27, 2016

Im very sorry for your loss. I havent live in the area in quite some time but I met mark shortly before his accident. He was a fine young man. My prayers for the family and loved ones.

christine delong

March 15, 2016

Marilyn, Tom & Family. Saddened by your loss. May peace be with all of you! Christine

Heidi Putallaz

March 15, 2016

I remember your laugh and kind words/treatment of anyone in school. I've thought you over the years and how unfair life seems to be. I have a lot of fond memories but two always stand out. The health class we were in sophomore year that had no official real assigned teacher and half the time it was just the class being led by you creating a ruckus err memories :)... I also remember how our classmates responded after the accident which was the real testament to your character. Hope you are at peace!

Samantha Woodward

March 11, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the Salzer family. I attended school with Marc and he was always so very kind.

Phyllis De Salvatore

March 10, 2016

To the Salzer family: I am so sorry for your loss. Although I haven't known you a long time, it has truly been a privilege to work with you. May your faith and your memories give you comfort.

Dolores Todaro

March 9, 2016

To the Salzer family,

I send my condolences, thoughts, and prayers. Marc was an amazing person, and I was glad to have been a classmate of his. I will never forget Halloween in eighth grade when he surprised us all with his winning "Frankenstein on Stilts" costume. Thank you for all you did to make school a great experience, Marc. All your classmates truly appreciated your sense of humor and zest for life.

Uncle Lloyd /G

March 9, 2016

Let us just share a simple prayer:
O Lord may the mercies and love Thou show us be continued each day, that we may have the strength and courage to acknowledge that Marc is now with The Lord... walking the golden streets, chattering with those who have gone before.... and free to explore all the wonders of heaven.

Jeannette Hallock

March 9, 2016

Salzer Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Marc's passing. I think of him every time I take my students out to the playground at Red Mill. I always admired how kind he was to my mom's students with special needs. His good character and sense of mischief were equally strong. You're all in my thoughts and prayers. Please give Todd a hug for me and tell him I am thinking of him and miss him.

Laura (Frey) Goupil

March 9, 2016

Marilyn, Tom, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I remember Marc, and you all, fondly, from our many camping trips and happy times spent together. I smile thinking of the different antics "the boys" (he, his brothers, and mine) got into! Hugs to you all Laura (Frey) Goupil

Marie Martone

March 9, 2016

Marilyn I spoke with Marcia and heard of your son's passing. I can sense your emotions since my son Danny left me some years ago so I embrace you mother to mother I will pray and remember Marc at Mass at my parish church of St Paul's Schenectady Saturday a beautiful looking guy no doubt in my mind he will be causing many hearts to flutter in the heavenly realms .... Again mother to mother hugs and strength

Marie and Peter Martone

Bobby Faas

March 9, 2016

Marilyn I am soooo sorry I heard about Marc from a phone call with Marcia.... I recall you introducing me to Marc some years back when I visited Marcia at your home I will truly remember Marc in prayer on Saturday at the St Francis Chapel in Wolf Rd Shoppers Park) where I volunteer I will bring his picture with me so he will be spiritually present....please sense my hug I give to you by way of this message....may he be working magic tricks and making angels laugh their wings off while Jesus laughs and applauds the loudest Jesus was only 33 when he went into eternity so they should be buddies truly .... here's another tighter hug

Bobby Faas

Stephanie Macbeth

March 9, 2016

Marilyn, Tom, Adam, Scott and Todd. I'm so sorry for your loss..I feel your pain. Marc was so special and I've enjoyed working with him for the past 4 years. Your love and dedication is an inspiration to many. Thank you for making me feel a part of your family.. he is free now, May he rest in peace....

Chrissy & Ted Phillips

March 9, 2016

Tom, Marilyn, Adam, Scott, Todd & family, I was so sorry to hear of Marc's passing, I will hold all our memories of our awesome camping trips at the Alps. The dedicated love & support you showed Marc made me a better person, I'm so glad I was able to meet him. God Bless all of you.

March 9, 2016

So sorry for your families loss. I remember Marc well from ski club. He was so funny and sweet and even taught me how to ski.

Tony Toscino

March 9, 2016

Marilyn, Tom and Family. This prayer/signing always meant alot to me. How sorry I am for your loss. Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. An 80 Yr. Old Father of 4 sons in Cohoes.


If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We'd express all our unspoken love;
We'd have countless things to say.

If we could bring you back again,
We'd say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.

If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You'd know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.

Tony Toscino

March 9, 2016

To the Family of Marc K. Salzer. Marilyn, Tom and Family.
My deepest sympathy,and will keep Marc in my prayers. A father of 4 sons in Cohoes.

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am so sorry for your loss. Today your family and friends lay you to rest. Today your family and friends celebrate the life you had with them on earth. No one is saying Goodbye they are saying Till we meet again because we will meet again make the path smooth for those to join you in their time make your presence known to your family and loved ones through the years hold their hand and guide them. Your a treasured soul. Rest peaceful, fly easy on your angel wings. Be by your family/friends while they mourn your passing, but give them a sense of peace that you are in a beautiful place, with no pain, no tears, no anger. Forever you will be missed. But always in our hearts.

Tony Toscino

March 9, 2016

To the Family of Marc K. Salzer, my most sincere condolences. What a handsome young man. So sorry for your loss. Father of 4 sons in Cohoes. R.I.P. Marc

SAFELY HOME

I am home in Heaven, dear ones;
Oh so happy and so bright!
There is perfect joy and beauty
In this everlasting light.
All the pain and grief is over,
Every restless tossing passed;
I am now at peace forever,
Safely home in Heaven at last.
Did you wonder I so calmly
Trod the valley of the shade?
Oh, but Jesus' love illumined
Every dark and fearful glade.
And He came Himself to meet me
In that way so hard to tread;
And with Jesus' arm to lean on,
Could I have one doubt or dread?
Then you must not grieve so sorely,
For I love you dearly still,
Try to look beyond earth's shadows,
Pray to trust our Father's will.
There is work still waiting for you,
So you must not idly stand;
Do it now, while life remains,
You shall rest in Jesus' land.
When that work is all completed,
He will gently call you Home;
Oh, the rapture of that meeting,
Oh, the joy to see you come!

Karie shafarzek - robertson

March 8, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family

richard reynders

March 8, 2016

The love and support that Marc has received from you and your family over all these years is a testimony to what love can overcome. May your memories of Marc become your treasures in the days to come. So sorry ...... hugs Rich and Cindy Reynders

Jim and Jane Kieper

March 8, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family has been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

kathy bigness

March 8, 2016

I'll always remember those beautiful eyes. It's been many years. My prayers are with your family, as they have been since the accident.Enjoy Heaven,Mark.

Kelly Sommers

March 8, 2016

Sending my condolences and lots of love to the whole Salzer family during this hard time. Marc was blessed with so much love in his life. I will always remember him fondly.

Debbie VanDusen

March 8, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Patti Laraway (ertel)

March 8, 2016

May you have peace in heaven. You have been thru so much. You were a kind friend to my daughter in school. You always made me laugh. We were blessed to know you.

Dale Acker

March 8, 2016

Tom,Mariyln and Family my thoughts and prayers are with you for the loss of Marc. Have comfort knowing you were very caring,loving parents whom loved their son endlessly and gave him the best quality of life asking nothing in return. Marc knew all of this and left this world knowing he was loved endlessly. May God bless you all and give you comfort in the passing days ahead. He is now free from any pain and will always be with you.

Joe Lanza

March 8, 2016

Marilyn and Family,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in my thoughts.

Joe Lanza (Michelle's brother)

Dana Warren

March 8, 2016

Scott and family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Michelle Beers

March 8, 2016

May you rest peacefully now

Karen DiBella

March 8, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. I remember Marc from First Lutheran and he was such a handsome, gentle, funny young man who took such great care of his little brother Todd. Those we love live in our hearts forever.

Larry Decoste

March 8, 2016

Mark was a great person we used to hang out alot during summer school he will be missed by many may he RIP and may his family find strength during these hard times

March 8, 2016

Tom and Marilyn and family our thoughts and prayers are with you ,so sorry for your lose. Marc will be greatly missed. Love and prayers, Dan & Karen Salzer

March 8, 2016

Nancy and I are so sorry to hear of Marc's death. Liz Peters called us with the news. I will be in contact when I get home from Florida. Again, sincerest sympathy. Barbara Shafarzek

Eleanor Burbank Norville

March 8, 2016

So sorry to hear of this sad news. I remember Marc from school and he came to a few youth group meetings at our church when we were kids. I have thought of Marc through the years. Prayers and thoughts to you all. May the Lord bring you peace and encouragement through this time.

Bob and Judy Partak

March 8, 2016

Sending our deepest sympathy for your loss.

james kieper

March 8, 2016

I know it has been a long wait god bless

M. Michelle Smith (Barnes)

March 8, 2016

My deepest condolences, and prayers extended to all of Marc's family. I have witnessed all of you sacrifice a "normal" life in order to assist in Marc's recovery.
You have all earned your wings.
Marc may you now "ride" with the angels, my friend.
After almost thirteen years of being your nurse and protector, I felt a very special bond.
I have and will always, hold you in my heart.
Love Always, Michelle

March 8, 2016

Our sincerest condolences for your loss. We look fondly back on the all too brief time he spent with our daughter Lindsey.

Kevin & Jo Ann Hart of Nassau

Margaret Danz (Michelle Smith's. mom)

March 8, 2016

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Walt Senke

March 8, 2016

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

Bernadette Nevins

March 8, 2016

Deepest sympathies on your loss

Charles and Debbie LaMountain

March 8, 2016

Tom, Marilyn, Adam Scott and Todd. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Brian Keller

March 8, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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