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- Robert F. Marks 63, died peacefully at home in Fort Worth on Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008, after a short fight with pancreatic cancer. He faced his illness with acceptance, grace, courage and, naturally, humor. Funeral: 2 p.m. Saturday at Lucas Funeral Home, 137 E. Hill St., Keller. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday. Memorials: The family would be grateful for donations to any organizations that fight cancer or heart disease. Bob was born Oct. 22, 1944, to Edward and Stella Marks in Buffalo, N.Y. He married Carol Wulf in 1962 and began a career as a sheet metal worker, a trade he would later go on to teach. In 1978 they moved with their three children to Fort Worth. Bob continued his long career in the construction industry, where he was a pioneer, locally in developing safety and risk management programs. He spent nearly 20 years doing so with Trinity Contractors, then Encompass Services and, after a brief time as a restaurateur, most recently with Capform Inc. He taught us the things we needed to know. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Barbara. Survivors: Wife of 46 years, Carol; son, Robert E. Marks and wife, Allison; daughter, Lisa Durham and her husband, Douglas, and their children, Taylor and Dylan; son, David Marks and wife, Marta, and newborn son, Rylan, and Davids son, Jason, with his previous wife, Julie Marks; brother, John and wife, Lois; brother, Frank Butch and wife, Clare; and many nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces in the Buffalo, N.Y., area.

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2008.

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Julie Caspersen

May 5, 2009

Dear Carol,
I recently heard the news of Bob. Words cannot explain the sadness my heart feels for you and your family. Bob was a great man and wonderful father. Few people find their true soul mate and you and Bob were certainly a rare pair. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joe & Ann Kinderman

September 16, 2008

Dear Carol and Family,

We just heard the news of Bob's passing. We are so very sad for all of you and those who knew and loved him. It was obvious to us when we met at our last high school reunion that you both were very happy and successful. It is also obvious in all the guest book entries that Bob was loved and respected by many, many people. He truly made a positive "mark" on all he encountered. Our prayers will be with you, Carol, as you grieve the loss of your husband, friend and life companion. Our love is with you.

Larry Stachowski

September 9, 2008

Carol, My deepest sympathy for the loss of Bob. He was a good friend to me and we had alot of good times together growing up. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult times---Your friend Stack

Chuck Nolte

September 8, 2008

The 10 years I spent at Trinity Contractors was guided by Mr. Marks. He was the most influential person I have ever worked around. His attitude was always positive and his actions were guided toward bettering the work inviroment for the employees. Thank you Bob, you are missed. God Bless the family, our prayers are with you.

Happy Times 1961 (Mike, Bob and Ray)

Raymond Dudas

September 8, 2008

Dear Carol,
Words can't express the sadness of losing a childhood friend. The memories and good times will stay with me forever. I''m sending this picture hoping that it will bring back good memories of good times together.

Paul Nazzarett

September 8, 2008

My recent visit with Bob, Carol and family was short, I know , but necessary. I felt the need to reminisce about the good times we shared together over the years, Bob was more than a friend; he was family to me from the age of five. Bob will be missed but never forgotten.

Joe C. King

September 8, 2008

I worked with Bob at TAC Ind. and there are three things I remember about him. He always did his share and more when it came to work. He always was there and ready to teach anyone anything that he had learned in the sheet metal business. He always made the job easier and the day shorter through his humor and friendliness. He will be missed and has earned his reward in heaven.

Tory & Inger Smith

September 6, 2008

Dear Marks Family,
Tory and I just heard the news, and we wish to express our condolences to all of you. Bob was such a wonderful person and we were truly honored to know him. Please know that our thoughts are with all of you. Do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

Andrea Bills

September 6, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of great loss. Bob will be missed by the many who loved and respected him. He was prince among men.

Doc Wallace

September 6, 2008

To Carol:
I enjoyed working with Bob at Capform Inc. His humor in sharing email jokes and safety stories with me was a thing to look forward to.
I appreciated visiting with the both of you in the hospital and at your home. May the Holy Spirit comfort you when all the crowds have gone home and you continue on with your life. My phone is open to you to call if you need anything. 972 279 1049
Doc Wallace
Capform Safety Director (Retired)

Debbi Jassim (Przybyl)

September 6, 2008

Dear Aunt Carol, Bobby, Lisa and David,

Words cannot express how devastated Iam about Uncle Bob's passing. Besides my husband and my father, he was a beyond wonderful man. I appreciated all his love and support that I received while I was growing up and during my difficult times. I will love him for the rest of my life and miss him so very much. My love, thoughts and prayers are always with y'all. I love all of you!
Love,
Debbi

Bunny and Tom

September 6, 2008

Carol and Family,
My recent visit (long over-due) witnessed heart warming e-mails, videos along with your family and friends conversations with and about Bob, opened up another window into the life of the blonde haired, fun loving boy we grew up with.

Tom Flannery

September 5, 2008

David,Bob and Families.
Sorry about the loss of your father. Remember all the great times you spent together. I'll remember your dad and mom's smililing faces at all those Mighty Beavers games.
You'll be in my thoughts,
Tom Flannery

Sondra, Joe, Dylan & Rachel Thompson

September 5, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joel Tietjens

September 5, 2008

Bob always treated me with respect and I greatly appreciate that. It was a pleasure to work with him. A class act.

Elliot Fisch

September 5, 2008

Bob may have been an “in-law” for my daughter Julie, but it was really more like an “in-heart”. I know that he cared for and loved her to the end. I am glad I had the opportunity to visit with him recently and tell him, in person what I would tell anyone who asked me. In my eyes he was a great father and an extraordinary grandfather to our shared grandson, Jason. I had deep respect and admiration for the relationship he had with Carol, the love of his life.

You will be missed, Bob, but you will always be a part of my heart because you will always be carried in the hearts of Jason and Julie.

To Carol, Bobby, Lisa and David: he isn’t hurting any more and his pain has turned into your sorrow and grief. Over time that will go away, but your memories should be cherished forever.

A long-distance embrace for you all.

Mayda Wells

September 5, 2008

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.

Jamie Nolte

September 5, 2008

I'll never forget the time I took Bob's OSHA 10 hour and he spread PB&J all over his arm. He had the whole class rolling. He will be missed.

Jamie Nolte

Marie Marks

September 5, 2008

I wish I could be there to give many hugs and kisses, but my thoughts and prayers are certainly all yours. Much love.

Travis Martin

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol & Family
Our thoughts & prayers are with ya'll during this healing process. Bob had a profound impact on the way myself & thousands of others in completing our jobs safely. His impact on the construction industry will carry on for decades.
Sincerely
Travis Martin & Family

Derek Wright

September 4, 2008

Carol,
although you and Bob were my customers, it seemed Bob was the one who was teaching me the bigger lesson. He was full of the fatherly advice that so many have come to know, love and trust. What impressed me the most was the love he felt for you, and the twinkle in his eye was always there when he looked at you and spoke your name. You, indeed, were his life, along with his kids of whom he was so proud. May God bless you all and keep Bob safe for us.

Kenneth Van Huss

September 4, 2008

Carol,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you. I will miss the many hours I spent with Bob sharing ideas and learning from his varied experiences. He was a kind man, a sharing man, and always looking out for others.

Like so many other friends of Bob, I will miss him a lot.

Ken

Shirley Sachs

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol and family,

The few times we were together were always so lovely. We will all miss Bob, a devoted and delightful man. I'm sure you have wonderful memories.

My sincere condolences,

Shirley Sachs (Elliot's mother -Julie's grandmother -
Jason's great-grandmother)

Terry Rhoades

September 4, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Eddie Hopkins

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have lost a wonderful friend and co-worked. My years at Trinity Contractors were blessed with Bob Marks and the Industry will miss him.

Sue Matthews

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your families guidance, teachings and thoughtfulness has left a lasting impression on Keith. Bob will truly be missed by all.

Skip Wobig

September 4, 2008

I had the privledge to work with Bob during my 16 years at Trinity/Encompass Contractors. Bob's desire for a safe work environment was second to none, he taught each us so much, but above all Bob was a friend and will be deeply missed by all who new and loved him.

Jim Renaud

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol and Family
Capform was honored to have Bob as our safety cooridinator. His commitment to others will be his legacy. It is with deep regret that I will be unable to personally attend the Funeral Services, do to prior commitments, However I am sure that Capform will be well represented by many employees whos lives he has touched

Rick. Timms

September 4, 2008

I always think of Bob when I make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.
( If you remember his lesson on communication.) He will be remembered and missed by this student.

Pam DiGrace

September 4, 2008

Dear Carol & Family:

I am so saddened to hear of Bob's passing. He was a great man, wonderful husband and father and always had a smile and laugh for those around him. You are in my thoughts and prayers - he will be greatly missed. Love, Pam DiGrace

Gary Brown

September 4, 2008

Bob was a great teacher and mentor. He taught us what we needed to learn, but most importantly would tell us what we needed to hear even though it was sometimes what we didn't want to hear. Bob was a true leader and inspiration to the Industry.

Jack Burk

September 4, 2008

During the time I had the opportunity to work with Bob at Trinity Contractors, I always had the greatest of respect for him and appreciated his insight. I thought he was a great guy. He will be missed by many.

Bruce Fuller

September 4, 2008

Bob was instrumental in developing many of the respected safety professionals we have in the DFW area today. Usually patient, always thoughtful and insightful. He will be missed.

Daniel & Danna Nazzarett

September 4, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Daniel and Danna Nazzarett

George & Sheri Guzman

September 4, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Dean Wingo

September 3, 2008

Bob made great contributions to the construction safety community in the Dallas Fort Worth Area, his leadership and vision will always be remembered and his presence missed. I was glad I had the opportunity to witness both. My thoughts and prayers are with his family in this time of sorrow. Dean Wingo , Asst Regional Administrator OSHA

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