DR. GEORGE MARX

1936 - 2024

DR. GEORGE D. MARX April 30, 1936 - May 6, 2024 Dr. George D. Marx, 88, of Lakeville, formerly Crookston, passed away on May 6, 2024. George was the first of 11 children of Joseph and Mildred (Welch) Marx. He grew up on the family farm in Phylox, Wis., and graduated from Antigo High School. He attended college at UW River Falls where he obtained his Bachelors of Science degree. He furthered his education at South Dakota State University-Brookings earning his Masters Degree. He went on to receive his Ph.D in Animal Science, Zoology, and Organic Chemistry from the University of Minnesota in 1964. George immediately began his career with University of Minnesota Crookston Northwest Research and Outreach Center. He helped many farmers throughout the region and world. His research was published in over 1,000 professional publications. He retired from UMC in June 2003 with a status of Professor Emeritus. He was a recipient of the Torch and Shield Award in 2003. George was a prominent member if Lions International where he served in many capacities. George was an elder member of Brothertown Indian Nation. He enjoyed going to the annual events held in Little Falls. George is survived by his loving children, Christina Marx (Gregg Sargeant), Jeremy Marx, Todd (Melanie) Blow, Jason Blow, and his grandchildren Jenna, Thomas, and Matthew Blow. He is further survived by his siblings, Angela Driscoll, John (Rosemary) Marx, Jerome (Vicky) Marx, Mary (Bernard) Bessert, Theresa (Ed) Howard, Katie (Doug) Klemp, Veronica (Sam) Mauk, and Bob (Louise) Marx. He is preceded in death by his loving wife Karen Louise Marx, his parents,and his sisters Clara (Melvin) Andraschko, and Joan (Franklyn) Waldvogel. A Graveside Service will be held at St. Joseph Holy Family Church in Phylox on Saturday, May 25 at 11 a.m. Visitation will be held at 10 a.m. The internment will be held directly after the service.