Irwin "Irnie" G. Mahr, 92, formerly of Westfield, passed away peacefully at Angel's Touch of West Friendship, Md. on Friday, March 6, 2009 after a period of declining health.
Born in Newark on July 16, 1916, Mr. Mahr was the son of the late George and Louise Mahr. He was a graduate of the University of Alabama, earning a B.S. Degree in Personnel and Production. Irnie was also a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity. He received a Master's Degree from the University of Michigan. During his undergraduate years, he was involved in basketball, track, and baseball.
This enthusiasm for sports followed throughout his life. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He knew all the statistics and watched every game. He was a "true blue" fan whether they won or lost.
Upon completion of college, he served in the U.S. Army working in Counter Intelligence during World War II.
Mr. Mahr was employed by Standard Oil of New Jersey, from which Exxon Corporation evolved. He worked in New Jersey. for many years before becoming the district manager for the districts of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut. He returned to New Jersey in 1966 to serve as Exxon's district manager for the Linden District.
During his years with Exxon, he originated, organized and coordinated the "Sell" Esso" Program. He was a member of the N.J. Chamber of Commerce, the Esso Club for retired employees, and received the District Manager's "Man of the Year" Award for Excellence on six occasions. He retired in 1980 from Exxon, after 43 years of service.
He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Westfield, N.J.
A loving and devoted husband, father and Pop Pop, he is survived by his three children, Marjorie L. LeTourneau of Connecticut, Marilyn K. Ford of Maryland and Richard L. Mahr and his wife, Carla of Tennessee; seven grandchildren,- Steven and Diane LeTourneau, Michael, Robert, Timothy and his wife, Jenn Ford, Stacy and Scott Mahr and two great-grandchildren, Kevin and Dylan LeTourneau. Irnie was preceded in death by the "Love of his Life," his wife of 58 years, Luella (Zahn) Mahr, two sons in-law, Arthur LeTourneau and Wayne Ford, a sister, June Reed, and a brother, Lester Mahr.
Visitation will be held on March 9, 2009 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by a graveside service and burial at Fairview Cemetary in Westfield. Gray's Funeral Home, 218 Broad St., Westfield is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences, go to Website, www.grayfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel's Touch, 12799 Buttercup Ct. W., Friendship, Md. 21794
Dad, we will always miss your love and infectious smile. Rest In Peace.
Born in Newark on July 16, 1916, Mr. Mahr was the son of the late George and Louise Mahr. He was a graduate of the University of Alabama, earning a B.S. Degree in Personnel and Production. Irnie was also a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity. He received a Master's Degree from the University of Michigan. During his undergraduate years, he was involved in basketball, track, and baseball.
This enthusiasm for sports followed throughout his life. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He knew all the statistics and watched every game. He was a "true blue" fan whether they won or lost.
Upon completion of college, he served in the U.S. Army working in Counter Intelligence during World War II.
Mr. Mahr was employed by Standard Oil of New Jersey, from which Exxon Corporation evolved. He worked in New Jersey. for many years before becoming the district manager for the districts of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut. He returned to New Jersey in 1966 to serve as Exxon's district manager for the Linden District.
During his years with Exxon, he originated, organized and coordinated the "Sell" Esso" Program. He was a member of the N.J. Chamber of Commerce, the Esso Club for retired employees, and received the District Manager's "Man of the Year" Award for Excellence on six occasions. He retired in 1980 from Exxon, after 43 years of service.
He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Westfield, N.J.
A loving and devoted husband, father and Pop Pop, he is survived by his three children, Marjorie L. LeTourneau of Connecticut, Marilyn K. Ford of Maryland and Richard L. Mahr and his wife, Carla of Tennessee; seven grandchildren,- Steven and Diane LeTourneau, Michael, Robert, Timothy and his wife, Jenn Ford, Stacy and Scott Mahr and two great-grandchildren, Kevin and Dylan LeTourneau. Irnie was preceded in death by the "Love of his Life," his wife of 58 years, Luella (Zahn) Mahr, two sons in-law, Arthur LeTourneau and Wayne Ford, a sister, June Reed, and a brother, Lester Mahr.
Visitation will be held on March 9, 2009 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by a graveside service and burial at Fairview Cemetary in Westfield. Gray's Funeral Home, 218 Broad St., Westfield is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences, go to Website, www.grayfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel's Touch, 12799 Buttercup Ct. W., Friendship, Md. 21794
Dad, we will always miss your love and infectious smile. Rest In Peace.
Irwin "Irnie" G. Mahr, 92, formerly of Westfield, passed away peacefully at Angel's Touch of West Friendship, Md. on Friday, March 6, 2009 after a period of declining health.
Born in Newark on July 16, 1916, Mr. Mahr was the son of the late George and Louise Mahr. He was a graduate of the University of Alabama, earning a B.S. Degree in Personnel and Production. Irnie was also a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity. He received a Master's Degree from the University of Michigan. During his undergraduate years, he was involved in basketball, track, and baseball.
This enthusiasm for sports followed throughout his life. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He knew all the statistics and watched every game. He was a "true blue" fan whether they won or lost.
Upon completion of college, he served in the U.S. Army working in Counter Intelligence during World War II.
Mr. Mahr was employed by Standard Oil of New Jersey, from which Exxon Corporation evolved. He worked in New Jersey. for many years before becoming the district manager for the districts of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut. He returned to New Jersey in 1966 to serve as Exxon's district manager for the Linden District.
During his years with Exxon, he originated, organized and coordinated the "Sell" Esso" Program. He was a member of the N.J. Chamber of Commerce, the Esso Club for retired employees, and received the District Manager's "Man of the Year" Award for Excellence on six occasions. He retired in 1980 from Exxon, after 43 years of service.
He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Westfield, N.J.
A loving and devoted husband, father and Pop Pop, he is survived by his three children, Marjorie L. LeTourneau of Connecticut, Marilyn K. Ford of Maryland and Richard L. Mahr and his wife, Carla of Tennessee; seven grandchildren,- Steven and Diane LeTourneau, Michael, Robert, Timothy and his wife, Jenn Ford, Stacy and Scott Mahr and two great-grandchildren, Kevin and Dylan LeTourneau. Irnie was preceded in death by the "Love of his Life," his wife of 58 years, Luella (Zahn) Mahr, two sons in-law, Arthur LeTourneau and Wayne Ford, a sister, June Reed, and a brother, Lester Mahr.
Visitation will be held on March 9, 2009 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by a graveside service and burial at Fairview Cemetary in Westfield. Gray's Funeral Home, 218 Broad St., Westfield is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences, go to Website, www.grayfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel's Touch, 12799 Buttercup Ct. W., Friendship, Md. 21794
Dad, we will always miss your love and infectious smile. Rest In Peace.
Born in Newark on July 16, 1916, Mr. Mahr was the son of the late George and Louise Mahr. He was a graduate of the University of Alabama, earning a B.S. Degree in Personnel and Production. Irnie was also a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity and the Alpha Kappa Psi Fraternity. He received a Master's Degree from the University of Michigan. During his undergraduate years, he was involved in basketball, track, and baseball.
This enthusiasm for sports followed throughout his life. He was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He knew all the statistics and watched every game. He was a "true blue" fan whether they won or lost.
Upon completion of college, he served in the U.S. Army working in Counter Intelligence during World War II.
Mr. Mahr was employed by Standard Oil of New Jersey, from which Exxon Corporation evolved. He worked in New Jersey. for many years before becoming the district manager for the districts of New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut. He returned to New Jersey in 1966 to serve as Exxon's district manager for the Linden District.
During his years with Exxon, he originated, organized and coordinated the "Sell" Esso" Program. He was a member of the N.J. Chamber of Commerce, the Esso Club for retired employees, and received the District Manager's "Man of the Year" Award for Excellence on six occasions. He retired in 1980 from Exxon, after 43 years of service.
He was a member of the First Methodist Church of Westfield, N.J.
A loving and devoted husband, father and Pop Pop, he is survived by his three children, Marjorie L. LeTourneau of Connecticut, Marilyn K. Ford of Maryland and Richard L. Mahr and his wife, Carla of Tennessee; seven grandchildren,- Steven and Diane LeTourneau, Michael, Robert, Timothy and his wife, Jenn Ford, Stacy and Scott Mahr and two great-grandchildren, Kevin and Dylan LeTourneau. Irnie was preceded in death by the "Love of his Life," his wife of 58 years, Luella (Zahn) Mahr, two sons in-law, Arthur LeTourneau and Wayne Ford, a sister, June Reed, and a brother, Lester Mahr.
Visitation will be held on March 9, 2009 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by a graveside service and burial at Fairview Cemetary in Westfield. Gray's Funeral Home, 218 Broad St., Westfield is in charge of the arrangements. For online condolences, go to Website, www.grayfuneralhomes.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Angel's Touch, 12799 Buttercup Ct. W., Friendship, Md. 21794
Dad, we will always miss your love and infectious smile. Rest In Peace.
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