Eric A. Koerber of Oakford died peacefully and went home to God on Friday, December 11, 2015 in the presence of his family in his home.  He was 80.

He was the beloved husband of 58 years to Margie Patterson Koerber.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Erich and Hedwig Olga Koerber.

Eric was a proud veteran of the Army where he served as a medic.  He worked at Mercer Hospital for 38 years and excelled to the position of Chief Technician of the Blood Bank.  Eric was a Past Master of Masonic Lodge 292 and the Chaplian for the Blue Lodge and for the Chapter. He was an active and faithful member of New Life Christian Church for many years.  He will be greatly missed by everyone who has had the pleasure to know and love him.

In addition to his wife Margie, Eric is survived by his daughters Sherri Straight and her husband Tim of Bensalem and Kim Phillips and her husband Bill of Philadelphia.  He is also survived by his grandchildren Kristina Mraz (Nick) and Mike Straight (Susan), 6 great grandchildren, and Banfi his furry grandchild.

Relatives, friends, and fellow Masons are invited to attend his viewing on Wednesday, December 16, 2015 from 5:30PM until his Masonic Service and Celebration of Life with Rev. Dr. Norman J. Leve, Jr. at 7:00PM in New Life Christian Church, 4 Freedom Dr. Newtown, PA 18940.  Interment will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his Memory may be made to New Life Christian Church at the Above Address