Former LHU As A Student-Athlete Michael E. Packer, Leaves Behind His Family After The Earlier Loss Of His Wife, Paula D. Grubb!

April 18, 2026

This article was last updated by Aditi Rai on April 18, 2026

Michael E. Packer, a beloved educator, coach, and family man, passed away peacefully at his home on April 15, 2026, at the age of 74, after a courageous battle with ALS.

Known affectionately as “Ace” and “Coach Packer,” Michael E. Packer is survived by his two daughters, and . Whereas, he is preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Paula D. Grubb.

His demise comes nearly two decades after his wife’s passing; his wife, Paula, took her last breath on December 21, 2005. However, details surrounding Paula’s demise remain concealed.

Michael and Paula were married for over 33 years. They were married on May 20, 1972, and were together until Paula’s passing.

Following his demise, daughter Amanda shared his obituary on her Facebook.

Whereas, daughter Rachael, a caregiver at Independent Home Health Care, updated her Facebook picture featuring Michael and wrote:

MP and SuNsHiNe ~ two of my favorites!
thankful
loveyoumore

LSU educator Michael E. Packer’s daughter, Amanda. (Image Source: )

Michael was a loving grandfather to his three grandchildren, , , and Madelynn Barner.

Grandson Owen Gill reposted the obituary shared by Amanda, captioning it:

Miss you more than ever big guy. Love you the most !❤️

Similarly, Michael also leaves behind his sister, Sandy Packer Adams; his sister-in-law, Bonnie (Rich) Crawford; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Born on December 13, 1950, to George and Margaret “Peg” Packer, Michael grew up in Lock Haven, where he graduated from Lock Haven High School in 1968.

A gifted athlete, he excelled in football, continuing his passion at Lock Haven University (LHU), where he earned a degree in Physical Education with a minor in History in 1972.

During his 35-year career in education, he taught physical education at Lock Haven High School and was the athletic director at both Lock Haven High School and Central Mountain High School.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Michael E. Packer will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 3 East Walnut Street, Lock Haven, PA 17745.

Friends and family are warmly welcomed to attend a visitation on Friday, April 25, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Donald G. Walker Funeral Home, Inc., located at 231 High Street, Flemington, PA 17745.

Whereas, a private interment will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Lock Haven.

During this difficult time, we offer our heartfelt condolences to his daughters, friends, and extended family.

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