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CHICAGO – Walter J. Marks, Jr., 63, of Kingston, died Thursday, May 9, 2013 in Chicago.
He was born Aug. 18, 1949 in Chicago. The son of Walter and Ann (Kroll) Marks, Sr. He married June M. Kamin on July 26, 1980 in Oak Park.
Walter was an avid amateur radio operator and small business entrepreneur. He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Genoa, the ARRL (American Radio Relay League)- a National Association for Amateur Radio and the APCO- the Association of Public Safety Communication Officials.
He is survived by his wife, June Marks of Kingston; one son, Paul William Marks of Chicago; one daughter, Kelly Ann Marks of Milwaukee, Wis.; and his mother, Ann Marks of Lombard.
He was preceded in death by his father in 1973 and one brother, Ronald in 1985.
His funeral service will be on Thursday, May 16 at 11 a.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church, 33930 N. State Road, Genoa, with Rev. Jeremy Heilman officiating. Burial will be at the Kingston Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Slater-Butala Funeral Home of Genoa.
Memorials for Walter Marks, Jr. can be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church in care of the Slater-Butala Funeral Home, 132 W. Main, Genoa, IL 60135. For information or to sign the online guest book, go to www.ButalaFuneralHomes.com or call 815-784-5191.
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Walter, rest in peace. You are missed by all your friends at the model RR club.
Darryl Van Nort
May 17, 2013
We were sorry to learn of Walters passing.
Mr& Mrs Peter Frain
Peter Frain
May 16, 2013
God bless you Walter, you will be missed by all of us here at the Elmhurst Model Rail Road Club. You and your family are in all our prayers.
Jim Sawyer
May 15, 2013
Walter,
Rest in Peace.
A good friend and business associate for over 30 years.
Dale & Nancy
Dale Phillips
May 15, 2013
Walter will truly be missed. He was always good to stop and grab pizza or a bowl of soup. He often came and had dinner with the family. We often would grab pizza and root beers.
He was always willing to lend a helping hand and assist those that needed help. His curiosity and always asking “I Wonder” is a true sign of a scientist. He loved trading, swapping, and most of all bartering. Always looking for a good deal.
I will think of you often. Mr. Easy Peter Ocean.
CUL,
Mikel N9LAZ
MIkel Brown
May 14, 2013
Wally and I were neighborhood and radio hobby buddies for 44 years. He was kind and always put others in front of his own needs. He will be truly missed by many. May you rest in peace old friend.
Howie W9HG
Howard Gajdorus
May 14, 2013
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May 13, 2013
Hope in the Lord, be courageous and let your hearts be strong.
With deepest sympathy.
the Martins
May 13, 2013
I'm sorry to read about your loss. May God comfort you during this time. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
May 13, 2013
I considered Wally a close friend over the 30+ years we knew each other. I didn't realize what a generous kind individual he was until my wife had surgery and was hospitalized for 3 months. Upon hearing of here confinement he sent her flowers, a teddy bear and candy...needless to say she was impressed at his thoughtfulness and so was I. I'll miss his good humor and friendship...Shalom Wally z'l ...your friend...Lefty K9MDM
Ted "Lefty" Bleiman K9MDM
May 13, 2013
Walter
You were a believer! I know God has found you worthy for the man that you were here on earth. You were Kind, Loving, and Compassionate to all who crossed your path. You loved your family and friends with all your heart. Your life was a inspiration to others.
I will miss you,
Carl Z
Carl Z
May 13, 2013
Walter was a good friend and mentor. I will miss our last minute lunch dates when I was in the neighborhood.
WD9BBE
Robert Pasquale
May 13, 2013
Walter will be miss, that's for sure
Bill LoBianco KA9LFU Villa Park, Il
Bill LoBianco
May 12, 2013
he was a great friend and a great man. my life will not be the same without his laugh and sense of humor and love for life.may he rest in the arms of our lord and savior forever.
lisa
May 12, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Walter.
My sincerest condolences.
- WB9HYB
Bob Lund
May 12, 2013
So sorry I wish that I could be there but I am out of town and can't get back in time.
Chuck Levitt
May 12, 2013
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