Marguerite T. Eckert Obituary
We bid farewell to Marguerite T. Eckert (Rensselaer, New York), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 9, 2026 at the age of 95. Marguerite touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marguerite T. Eckert to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Forgea and Elaine Forgea; her siblings, Roland, Raymond, Norman, Donald and Claire; her husband J. Robert Eckert; her son Patrick Barrington; and her granddaughter Meghan MacKrell.
She is survived by: her children, Marty Barrington (Mary Devine) and Maria Barrington (Christian Hummel); her stepchildren, Robert Eckert (Jody) and Lynn Laya (Phil); and her sister Eileen Pratt. She is also survived by nine grandchildren; many great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please consider a donation to The Teresian House Foundation, 200 Washington Avenue Extension, Albany, New York 12203, or the ALS Association, 1300 Wilson Boulevard Suite 600, Arlington, VA 22208.
