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Louis Marak Obituary

Louis D. Marak Lou was born April 12, 1930 on a farm near Meeker, OK to Joseph and Mary (Petricek) Marak. Lou attended The University of Oklahoma briefly before being drafted into the Korean War. He used the GI Bill to attend The Kansas City Art Institute receiving an BFA in illustration. Lou freelanced for Hallmark Cards for the Contemporary Department for over 35 years. He and his wife Philomene were instrumental in the founding of The Kansas City Artists Coalition in 1974. Lou's creativity and drawing ability was beyond reproach, his wit and wisdom was beloved by all who knew him. Lou had a long and successful career as a painter, teacher, illustrator and cartoonist. He is survived by his wife Philomene Bennett; children, David Marak and wife Lynn, Sharon Musich, John Marak, Elizabeth Anderson and Paul Marak, Brendy Bauman, Bart Bennett and wife Sue, Ben and wife Sunny, and Katherine Price and husband Paul; grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Louis was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Jean Marie Marak, son Brad Bennett; three brothers and a sister.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jul. 19, 2020.

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Robin

February 3, 2021

My heart is heavy beyond reproach. Memories never lost of the beauty of Lou's spirit, and the joy of he and Philomene. You will live on.
BLEVNIT.

tom hollinger

August 17, 2020

John, Ben & Katherine,

So sorry for your loss, just heard the news today. He was an amazing man.

Blessings,
Tom

suzanne pipkin

August 5, 2020

Such a fine friend, artist and man. We all really loved this man and will miss him. He had such a way about him and was sure to make you laugh with such a humor that you were sure to go away happy. Loved him so. Suzanne Pipkin

Katherine Price

July 22, 2020

Love and Miss You Lou!!!!!!! Thank you for all your Wonderful Wisdom and Guidance ü

Bob Mathews

July 22, 2020

Louis was so special to me and I enjoyed being with him when Mary Jo and I visited. He had a wonderful smile and showed such love of his family. I prayed for him many times when I learned of his imminent death. I will pray for all of you now as you go through this difficult time.
My love,
Bob Mathews

Sharon Hunter-Putsch

July 20, 2020

Lou will be greatly missed! He was a very special person and wonderful artist!

Linda K Tobaben

July 20, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

DJ Matheny

July 20, 2020

Lou was such a memorable presence, gracing us all with his wit and intelligence. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

DJ Hyde Matheny

July 20, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. And May your many fond memories provide comfort today and every day.

Dan French

July 20, 2020

John and Family,

Always tough when this transition occurs, our hearts go out to you and pray you have peace and love as you walk through the days ahead.

God Bless You!

Dan & Dee

Janice Broudrick

July 17, 2020

Dear Cousins, Words are not enough to express how sorry we are about the loss of Uncle Louis. We have too many wonderful memories of times spent together to list. Just wanted you all to know that we love you and are praying that God will grant you peace and consolation. Much love, Dale, Janice, Sandra, Andy, Michael and families.

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