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P.M. married E.G. EGAN [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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• Obituary: Barner, Harry E. Jr. EAST GREENBUSH Harry Barner, 91 of East Greenbush, passed peaceful ly on December 25, 2020, in his home. He was predeceased by Elizabeth, his wife of 61 years; and his children, Robert, Marie, and Susan. He is survived by his children, Virginia "Ginger" (Bruce), Stephen, Harry "Bud," Philip, Paul, and Timothy. Harry and Betty were very active serving their Lord and Savior as well as their community. Together they sought opportunities to demonstrate God's love to others, in gratitude for all He did for them. Harry started teaching industrial arts at Rensselaer City schools in 1958 and retired in 1991 but continued to substitute teach for many years, becoming a familiar face for 50 years of Rensselaer's youth. He couldn't go anywhere in town without hearing "Hey, Mr. B.!" accompanied by a friendly wave. Harry was too young for service during World War II, and instead worked as a messenger for the railroad, riding his bicycle in all kinds of weather to wake trainmen at their homes when they were needed to make up a crew. He worked 48 hour weeks beginning at age 16 and still excelled in his schoolwork. He met Betty while attending Oswego State. He often told the story of how he zeroed in on a beautiful soprano melody that he heard coming somewhere from a large group of young people, singing around a campfire, and he approached her with the word "harmonize." They were married in 1953, while Harry was serving in the Army, having been drafted into service during the Korean War, and they remained dedicated to each other and true to their vows, the rest of their lives. They sang many duets in church and, through the 1960s and '70s, Harry often led the singing during Sunday evening services. Music was always a big part of their lives. A memorial service will be held when restrictions are lifted and people are once again able to gather in large groups. No flowers please. Those wishing to make a donation in his memory should send to Paul M. Barner Ministries, 18 Eileen Dr., Rensselaer, NY, 12144. This is a ministry in the Philippines founded by Harry's son and information about the school and orphanages may be found at Barner.org. To plant trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store. Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 31, 2020

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Barner, Harry E. Jr. EAST GREENBUSH Harry Barner, 91 of East Greenbush, passed peaceful ly on December 25, 2020, in his home. He was predeceased by Elizabeth, his wife of 61 years; and his children, Robert, Marie, and Susan. He is survived by his children, Virginia "Ginger" (Bruce), Stephen, Harry "Bud," Philip, Paul, and Timothy. Harry and Betty were very active serving their Lord and Savior as well as their community. Together they sought opportunities to demonstrate God's love to others, in gratitude for all He did for them. Harry started teaching industrial arts at Rensselaer City schools in 1958 and retired in 1991 but continued to substitute teach for many years, becoming a familiar face for 50 years of Rensselaer's youth. He couldn't go anywhere in town without hearing "Hey, Mr. B.!" accompanied by a friendly wave. Harry was too young for service during World War II, and instead worked as a messenger for the railroad, riding his bicycle in all kinds of weather to wake trainmen at their homes when they were needed to make up a crew. He worked 48 hour weeks beginning at age 16 and still excelled in his schoolwork. He met Betty while attending Oswego State. He often told the story of how he zeroed in on a beautiful soprano melody that he heard coming somewhere from a large group of young people, singing around a campfire, and he approached her with the word "harmonize." They were married in 1953, while Harry was serving in the Army, having been drafted into service during the Korean War, and they remained dedicated to each other and true to their vows, the rest of their lives. They sang many duets in church and, through the 1960s and '70s, Harry often led the singing during Sunday evening services. Music was always a big part of their lives. A memorial service will be held when restrictions are lifted and people are once again able to gather in large groups. No flowers please. Those wishing to make a donation in his memory should send to Paul M. Barner Ministries, 18 Eileen Dr., Rensselaer, NY, 12144. This is a ministry in the Philippines founded by Harry's son and information about the school and orphanages may be found at Barner.org.

To plant trees in memory, please visit our Sympathy Store.
Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 31, 2020

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Harry married Elizabeth BRACKETT on 6 Jun 1953 in Fulton, Oswego Co, NY. Elizabeth was born on 22 Jan 1932 in Fulton, Oswego Co, NY; died on 13 Aug 2014; was buried in Barners Lutheran Church Cemetery - Liverpool. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Elizabeth "Betty" Barner
Elizabeth "Betty" Barner Obituary

Barner, Elizabeth "Betty" RENSSELAER Elizabeth Ann Brackett Barner, 82
, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 13, 2014. She was bor
in Fulton to Robert and Mildred Brackett on January 22, 1932. She wa
s a volunteer as well as leader for many programs and activities. Sh
e was a longtime member of the Bible Study Fellowship program and a gr
oup leader for many years. She was awarded an honor by the associatio
as top leader. Betty formed deep and lasting friendships and becam
e a mentor to many. Her life and her love of God have been an inspirat
ion to others. Over the years many have thanked her for her words of e
couragement, which helped them to take new steps of hope and make lif
e changing decisions. Betty is survived by her husband of 61 years, Ha
y E. Barner. Betty and Harry had nine children, listed with their sp
ouses, Ginger and John (Bruce), Stephen and Jeanne, Susan (deceased) a
d Richard (Christiansen), Harry Jr. (Bud), Phil and Sandy, Paul and E
lvie, Tim and Amy (deceased), Marie (deceased), and Bobby (deceased)
. Betty is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren
. Betty is also survived by three siblings, Roberta Bouck, Brenda DeGr
oat, and Robert Brackett, all from western New York. All are invited t
o attend a memorial service in celebration of her life to be held on S
unday, August 17, 2014, at Pineview Community Church, 251 Washington A
ve. Ext., Albany at 6 p.m. The family respectfully requests no flower
s be sent. Those wishing to remember Betty in a special way may make c
ontributions to Barner Learning Center, c/o Paul Barner, through Pinev
iew Community Church. To leave a special message for the family online
, visit NewcomerAlbany.com.

Published in Albany Times Union on Aug. 16, 2014


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Fort Hughes Hospital

Harry married Gertrude Marie SIMONS on 21 Aug 1924. Gertrude was born on 17 Jan 1906 in North Jasper, Steuben Co, New York; died on 10 Jan 1956 in Corning, Steuben Co, NY; was buried in Barners Lutheran Church Cemetery - Liverpool. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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Corning Hospital