In Memory of Marion Zaglin
Mr. Marion Zaglin, age 88, of Atlanta passed away December 6, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. H e was the adored son of Charles and Annie Zaglin of Greenville, South Carolina. Mr. Zaglin proudly served his Country by joining the Navy and exploring the seas as a FF V6 on the Franklin D. Roosevelt aircraft carrier during World War II. Marion received the World War II Victory Medal and the American Area Medal for his service. Good fortune came when Marion met his future bride, Frances Fitterman Zaglin, and they experienced love at first sight. In 1951,
Marion moved to Atlanta to marry the love of his life. Devoted to one another, and their families, Marion quickly stepped in to work alongside his in-laws in their grocery store. He then established Marion Motors, following his lifelong interest in automobiles. His most rewarding endeavor was anchoring his siblings Ella, Jack, Louis and Phil to Atlanta where they established Atlanta Army Navy Supply, now known as Atlanco. Working with his family on a daily basis was his greatest pleasure. He relished the opportunity to touch everyone who was in his presence, no matter the location, every day of his life. Alongside his devoted Frances, they enjoyed a true love story. They relished the joy in every moment, the influence of a positive attitude and the importance of love within their family. Marion was a founding member of Congregation Shaarei Shamayim and a member of Congregation Shearith Israel. He was also a member of the Jewish War Veterans, a 50+ year member of the Shriners and the Masons. Marion was the last survivor in his family of twelve children. He was predeceased by his Atlanta siblings, beloved sister, Ella Glickman and beloved brothers, Phil Zaglin, Louis Zaglin, Jack Zaglin and Joe Zaglin. He was predeceased by his beloved Greenville siblings, Harry Zaglin, Sol Zaglin, Frieda Kaplan, Morris Glickman, Sara Glickman, and Herman Glickman. Mr. Zaglin is survived by his precious wife of 64 1/2 years Frances Fitterman Zaglin, beloved son Carl Alan Zaglin, beloved daughter and son in law, Ellen Ann Zaglin and Louis Roistacher, and treasured grandchildren Parker Lane Zaglin and Andrea Jacqlyn Zaglin all of Atlanta. Survivors also include his devoted nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews, great, great nieces & nephews, cousins and friends throughout the country. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Marion Zaglin to the following: Congregation Shaarei Shamayim, Weinstein Palliative Care or the American Heart Association. Sign online guest book at www.edressler.com. A graveside service will be held TODAY, Tuesday, December 8, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Crest Lawn Cemetery with Rabbi Mark Kunis officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta (770) 451-4999
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