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Willie Marks Obituary

A funeral for Mr. Willie A. Marks will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday at the Big Bethel Baptist Church, McKenney. Inadvertently omitted from the obituary were his parents, Willie L. Marks (Sue); a stepbrother, Ted Day (Stephanie); and a devoted friend, Andre Tisdale.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Progress-Index on Feb. 20, 2009.

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Cornelius (Small Talk ) Jefferson Jr.

February 20, 2009

I was sorry to hear about your lost may God comfort you and that you loved him but God loved him best. I met him through Keith Marks when we hauled for Wal-Mart . I ' ll never forget the good times we had .

Horace & Nina Mayton

February 20, 2009

Sorry about your loss.Bonnie was a great friend.He always made everyone laugh.If you need anything please let us know.We are here for you..

Jo Ann Jones

February 19, 2009

2/19/09

Jean:

My heart goes out to you and your family over your loss. I grew up with Boonie and he was a very familiar face in our house.

He was a good man and a very good and dependable friend. His laughter and craziness will be forever remembered. Please know that he will be missed.

PAMELA FISHER & DONNIE LASSITER

February 19, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Leah White

February 18, 2009

Jean,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this
difficult time. We will truly miss ol' Boonie around here at Bill's
Trucking, ecspecially that big old laugh. (Imagine the havoc that him and Keith are stirring up in Heaven now!)
Know that God will give you the peace and comfort that you need. In times of our weakness, He IS Strong.
We are praying for you and your family!

Bill, Leah, Troy, Angie, Dominick and all of his friends at Bill's Trucking, Inc.

Rotell Russell

February 18, 2009

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Aunt Bea & Zebra,Nikita,Sharnika,Zion Booth

February 18, 2009

Ika,Keith,Vickie,Daryl, Mora
In ways big and small,
your father's life
changed our world
and left it a better place,
and touched too many hearts
to ever be forgotten.
May you find comfort
in knowing that many people
share your sadness.

LISA WYCHE, DAISY SMITH

February 17, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

KODIE, SHAMEKA AND KANEISHA TAYLOR

February 17, 2009

TIMES LIKE THIS IS VERY HARD AND EVEN HARDER TO UNDERSTAND..BUT JUST KNOW THAT GOD AS A PURPOSE FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES. AND KNOW THAT HE IS WELL TAKEN CARE OF.......MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN

Angela Graves Smith-King

February 17, 2009

Uncle know that you will be sadly missed. Especially our weekly phone calls to listen to you rant on about this and that. You will never be forgotten. Love always your niece.

Angie & Kevin King

February 17, 2009

Know that we love you but God loved you best. Remember to save a seat for me. Lovin' you always your niece and nephew.

Vincent/Marcus/Jamar / Ashauni Smith & King

February 17, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

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