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Elaine Marks Obituary

Marks, Elaine Ann (nee Schwister) Born on Nov. 16, 1936. Entered into Eternal Life on Jan. 7, 2013. She is survived by her husband, Rodney Marks; daughter Meri-Jo (John) Seymour; son Christopher Marks and grandsons Jake Seymour, Nolan and Quincy Marks. Siblings include: Jerome (Carol) Schwister, Kenneth (Judy) Schwister, Janice (Gary) Waldorf, Allan (Sylvia) Schwister, Gary Schwister, Dorie Olson-Mairs, Ralph (Cindy) Schwister, Wayne Schwister, Glen Schwister, Linda (Robert) Parys, Joseph Schwister, Elizabeth Schwister. Her in-laws include Dennis (Sue) Marks and Veneta Marks. In addition, she had many nephews, nieces, cousins and numerous friends, especially the "Coffee and Curves" girls.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 9, 2013.

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Drew

January 21, 2013

R.I.P. to a classy lady. Deepest sympathies to Rod, Meri-Jo, Chris, John, Jake, Nolan and all family and friends.

Jim & Julie Lenahan

January 18, 2013

So sorry to hear of Elaine's passing. We all have great memories back here in Menomonee Falls of Elaine. Our thoughts are with you Rod, MariJo and Chris

anita Navin

January 17, 2013

Sorry to hear of Elaine's death. Carol Wendt just told me about it. My deepest sympathy.

Sandi & Lesley

January 13, 2013

Elaine was a very special friend who we will miss greatly. She had a wonderful sense of humor and was such a caring and thoughtful person. Our love and support go out to Rod and Meri-Jo and all of her family.

JO Mahoney

January 11, 2013

Elaine was a good friend, and she will be deeply missed by all. She always filled our hearts with her love and caring.

Colleen Toby

January 9, 2013

I'm so sorry to all of you for Elaine's passing. I have many fond memories of her. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
Very sincerely,
Colleen (Dwyer) Toby

Jay

January 9, 2013

We will miss you aunty Elaine. My thoughts and prayers go out to uncle Rod, Meri- Jo and especially cousin Chris.

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