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Leonard Marks Obituary

MARKS, LEONARD R., 67 - of Waterford, beloved husband of 14 yrs to Karen Karbach-Marks of Waterford. Devoted father of Nena Mawson and Ronald Marks both of Erial, David and Keirston Nickerson both at home and the late Tina Marks. Proud grandfather of C.J. Mawson and Jack Nye. Also survived by mother & lather-in-law Rosemary and Henry Karbach of Mays Landing, many brothers and sisters-in-law and numerous nieces and nephews. Len was born in Wildwood and grew up in Camden. He graduated from Camden Co. Voc. & Tech. School, Pennsauken. He was a former member of the Inter. Brotherhood of Boilermakers, Shipbuilders, Blacksmiths, Forgers & Helpers, Lodge 316, Local 329 Phila. For many years Len was a partner in Monarch Boiler of Blenheim. He started many businesses in the South Jersey area, most notable Knight Mechanical of Berlin. Len enjoyed boating & fishing at the Jersey Shore and in Florida, traveling with his wife and friends, and relaxing on their houseboat at Lighthouse Point Marina, Wildwood. Len was well liked and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral service on Weds.11 a.m. at the Giosa Funeral Home, 171 Haddon Avenue, West Berlin, where his viewing will be held Tues. 6 to 9 p.m. and again Weds. 9 to 11 a.m. Cremation and interment will be private. Len's family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations in his memory to Make A Wish Foundation, 1415 Route 70 E. Suite 400, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034. For information and condolences please visit www.giosafuneralhome.com

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Aug. 17, 2008.

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christy collins

August 18, 2008

Karen and family,
I cannot begin to express how sorry I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Lenny was a well liked man and will be sadly missed at the Lighthouse. Christy Collins (deck waitress at lighthouse)

John & Margie Green

August 17, 2008

Our
prayers and thoughts go out to Karen and Lenny's family. D-dock will
never be the same at Lighthouse Pointe. Lenny will be sorely missed.
God Bless. Margie and John Green

Sharon Karbach

August 17, 2008

I have many brother-in-laws, But I always felt a closes bond with Lenny. I could go weeks , even months not seeing him and when our paths crossed again it was like yesterday.He was a special person.

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