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1954
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Stevi Marks Obituary
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Dottie Fiedler and Al Speisman
July 7, 2023
At a certain age, one sees too many passings, some untimely. This beautiful soul should have been on earth far longer to continue to bring music and drama to the world....and of course to continue to be a mother, wife, friend, co-worker, teacher, guiding light and beyond to those who cared for her deeply. How sad for her family. Yet this beautiful and heartfelt funeral showed such love and devotion; we can't imagine a single dry eye. May Stevie rest in peace....
Jim Shayman
July 6, 2023
I was so happy to see Stevi at our 50th Deerfield High School reunion last fall and so saddened and shocked to hear of her untimely passing. As I recall, her solo as Miss Jones in "the brotherhood of man" in the class musical of "How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying" brought down the house. So wonderful to know that she was able to pursue her love of music and touch so many lives. My sincere condolences to her family and friends. Such a beautiful person.
Sandy Andina
July 6, 2023
Stevi was as much a part of the Bar Show as if she'd been in the cast or staff. She was a force of nature, and an inspiration to us all--an example of how to live our lives to the fullest. Stevi let that life, joy and love spill over and embrace all in her orbit and beyond. My sincerest condolences to Jeff and the family. May her memory be for a blessing, because her life truly was.
Amy Rubenstein
July 6, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Stevi choreographing the Glenbrook South Variety Show when I was a student there (1991-95), and I always looked forward to working with her. I joined her team at Apple Tree theater in Highland Park as well. I loved her energy and enthusiasm. She had so many talents. I look back on my time with her with much joy. I hope the heavy hearts now can lighten into beautiful memories over time. With condolences, Amy Rubenstein (Silverstein)
Cynthia
July 6, 2023
Stevi was a hardworking woman. I met her at Rush University Medical Center 2 years ago. She would always come in so joyful. I loved our conversations. She was and will forever be an inspiration. In loving memory of a beautiful soul. We will love you and miss you always, Stevi. My deepest condolences to the Marks family.
Nancy DeMarco
July 5, 2023
I met Stevi almost 20 years ago at Highland Park Hospital. She was the kindest person and I'm so honored to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.
Sofia Hagstrom
July 5, 2023
Stevi was an amazing mentor and creating music with her and being with her through the years has been an honor. She showed me the importance of music in our lives, she also empowered me to lead and help. Thank you for everything.
Allen Gabe
July 5, 2023
Stevie was a wonderful, fun, lovely person who will be greatly missed by anyone with whom she came in contact. My sincere sympathy to her entire family.
Leslie E. Shiner
July 5, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Audrey and Len Rubin
July 5, 2023
Her joy and energy were contagious. She helped so many young people gain confidence and love of theater. Her passing is a terrible loss to her family and our entire community.
Elias Matsakis
July 4, 2023
All of those with children at GBS in her programs were blessed to have Stevi´s passion and love of teaching in their lives. She developed talent and radiated positivity to whomever she touched. We mourn her passing. Our condolences to her family who unselfishly shared her with us. May her memory be eternal.
Sue Gottlieb
July 4, 2023
Jeff & family,
We were so saddened to hear about Stevi. She was such a fighter. I really enjoyed working with her at Apple Tree Theatre. She will be missed by so many. Sue Gottlieb & family
Jadzia Jablonowski, Renu Day Spa
July 4, 2023
Please accept my deepest sympathies. Stevi was a wonderful person, and I am truly grateful to have known her.
Amy and Jim Vear
July 4, 2023
Stevi was inspirational for both of our children and their love of music - one of the best teachers we had the pleasure of knowing at GBS. She treated everyone with kindness, and her enthusiasm was infectious, even for us as parents. Experiencing so many of her shows over the years was always a treat, and her ability to bring out the best in her students was evident in every performance. Stevi was an exemplary educator and a wonderful person, and great memories of her will stay with us forever.
Deanna and Mark Jacobson
July 4, 2023
Stevi touched so many lives with her passion, enthusiasm and love. She connected with and inspired our daughter, Becky Jacobson and gave her so many opportunities that allowed her to maximize her love of music. She also connected with and touched us, no just as parents but as people. She hs made a beautiful difference in this world to countless people.
Jodi Carlson
July 4, 2023
Stevi had an enormous impact on the lives of my children and so many others. I´ll be forever grateful to her for her influence, her teaching, and the encouragement that she gave to my children and all of her students. May her memory be for a blessing.
Janice Feldman
July 4, 2023
My condolences to Jeff and the rest of the family. Stevi made a difference in the lives of all who knew her. I will never forget her kindness over the years. I loved workiing on shows with her. May her memory be a blessing to all of us. Janice Feldman
Mary Jacobs
July 3, 2023
I´ll always remember my first audition for Bye Bye Birdie at the Children´s Theatre of Deerfield. It was in a school auditorium and it was in front of Stevi Marks, along with other members of the production team and I was scared to death. Stevi was so kind and I finished the audition and held no hope that I made the play. Miraculously I got the call that I was in and it opened up a whole new experience and I met many wonderful people. Stevi was a amazing director and knew how to get the best out of each of the cast members. And even though I was just part of the chorus she made me and the other chorus members feel like we were just as important to the show as the leads. I did 2 other shows with CTD and enjoyed each one. Stevi loved what she did and she loved to have fun. Her energy radiated to all of us, and CTW was known throughout the suburbs as an exceptional Community Theatre and it was largely because of Stevi´s ability to get everyone engaged and excited about the project. She was bigger than life.
Chris Misik
July 3, 2023
Will never forget judging music events with Stevi!! She was the kindest & most welcoming & professional person! Your memory will always be a song!
Michael Szpisjak
July 3, 2023
I am so sorry to see this. Stevi and I did many productions together when I was teenager and adult. We met through Rich Winship any the CTD program in Deerfield and worked again at GBS as staff members.
Courtney Daglis
July 3, 2023
Thank you for being the most wonderful Professor. I am grateful to have known you
Jean Losquadro
July 3, 2023
The loss of this wonderful woman is tragic! The world isn´t quite as bright.
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