HERKIMER-Mrs. Eleanor Mae Grubner, 80, of Willis Ave., Herkimer passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, February 6, 2008 in St. Joseph?s Hospital, Syracuse. At the time of her passing she had the love and support of her family at her side. She was born on October 18, 1927, in Herkimer, daughter of the late Frank and Hattie (Chrisman) Richard and graduated from Herkimer High School. She furthered her education attending St. Elizabeth?s School of Nursing graduating in 1948. On July 11, 1953, Eleanor was united in marriage with John B. ?Jack? Grubner in the Herkimer Reformed Church. The couple enjoyed 48 years of marriage. Mr. Grubner passed away on August 7, 2001. Eleanor was last employed with Herkimer Hospital where she was employed as a nurse passionately serving the needs of patients for several years, retiring in 1984. Over the course of her highly respected and successful career, Mrs. Grubner always served her employer and patients with a loyal dedication that reflected the compassion, goodness, and love in her own benevolent heart. Mrs. Grubner was a former member of the Eastern Star and attended the Herkimer Reformed Church. In her spare time she enjoyed playing cards, camping and traveling. Just as in her professional life, Eleanor dedicated herself wholeheartedly and lovingly to the various roles that made up her personal life: she was deeply committed to family, an exceptional wife, a wonderful mother, a devoted grandmother and great grandmother, and a great friend to many. An admirable woman, she was blessed with a warm and friendly attitude, a good and open heart and a genuine and gracious manner. She loved the company of family and friends and will be sadly missed. Survivors include her loving family; her children: John Grubner Jr., and wife Gigi of Amelia Island, Florida, Patricia Failing of Herkimer, Peggy Cool of Herkimer and Paula Fritschi and husband David of Middleville; her cherished grandchildren: Todd and Becky, Michael and Allyson, Kristin, Christine, Johnny and Natalia, James, Jackie, Christian and Noelle; her adored great grandchildren: Tyler, Ashley, Jason, Jack, Logan and Hunter; in laws: Paul Grubner and wife Marion of Herkimer; many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her sisters: Mabel Jaquish, Dora Richer, Mary Pross and Nellie Gokey. Relatives and friends are invited to visitation at the Enea Family Funeral Home, 220 North Washington St., Herkimer on Thursday, February 7, 2008 from 5-8 p.m. Mrs. Grubner?s funeral will commence on Friday, Feb. 8th, 2008 at 11am from the Herkimer Reformed Church with the Rev. Mark Andersen, pastor officiating. She will be laid to rest in the spring in Wilmurt Cemetery, town of Ohio. Kindly consider memorial offerings to St. Elizabeth?s School of Nursing, 2215 Genesse St., Utica, NY 13502; envelopes and donations may be made at the funeral home.