Marian Baltzer

NOLA Chapter

Marian Agnes Baltzer, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away peacefully at home on April 10, 2020, at the age of 102. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 3, 1917. During high school, Marian worked with her Aunt Lena at Loyola University’s library in New Orleans. During WWII she worked for a construction company, doing procurement, that built Army camps and blimp stations all over the south and southeastern region of the United States. Marian had a long career with Exxon/Mobile in Baton Rouge, where she worked in the procurement office until her retirement.

Growing up, she had a love of sports; playing softball, tennis, golf & bowling. She was an enthusiastic LSU sports fan. Marian learned how to fly and received her pilot’s license at the age of 50. She was a member of The 99s. Hot Air ballooning was also one of her passions. After retirement she volunteered for over 30 years for AARP, preparing taxes for senior citizens, as well as managing a team of volunteers in Baton Rouge. One of her greatest pleasures in life was her love of driving. During the summer, Marian would make trips to visit her family in Alabama, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, Idaho, and Texas.

Marian was a woman of deep faith, a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Baton Rouge. Marian had a generous heart, and a giving nature, always helping family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.