Saratoga Springs, NY - Karl Albert Hahnenberger died Friday, March 30, 2012.
Born July 31, 1922, in Reichenbach, Germany, he was the son of the late Jakob and Frieda Hahnenberger. The family immigrated to the United States in 1931. Karl, affectionately known as Charlie by his family and friends, worked as a machinist for the Piels Beer Brewery in Brooklyn, NY, and later for American Airlines at Kennedy Airport.
Karl was a gentle, kind and exceptionally loving husband, father and family man.
In his retirement, he moved upstate with his wife to be closer to his children and grandchildren. Karl was a clever man who could fix just about anything and was always willing to help family, friends and neighbors. He loved nature and working in his garden. His passion was classical music and he was especially proud to watch his daughter play in the Albany and Glens Falls Symphonies. Karl had a youthful exuberance and a twinkle in his eyes that belied his years.
Karl is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Ellen (Muller) Hahnenberger; daughters, Margret (Rich) Hickey and Karen (Roger) Elem; brother, William Hahnenberger; grandchildren, Scott (Kristine) Hickey, Kevin Hickey, Erika (Ryan) McCabe and Reid Elem; great-grandchildren, Logan and Liam; niece, Carol (Frank) Raia; and nephew, William (Marcia) Hahnenberger.
Relatives and friends are invited to a memorial celebration from noon-2 p.m. Saturday, April 21, 2012, at the William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, (518) 584-5373.
Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Peter's ALS Regional Center, 19 Warehouse Row, Albany, NY 12205.
Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com.
