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Myla Kay Marks Jonte

Myla Jonte Obituary

MYLA KAY MARKS JONTE died on December 11, 2005 at the age of 37. Born in Houston, Texas on May 17, 1968. She is survived by her partner and husband of 8 years. Marcus Jonte, mother Teddi Bayer Marks, father Milo Marks, mother-in-law Barbara Jonte, son Von Marks Harrington, daughter Skyla Noel Jonte, loving sister Alanda Suzanne Fewins, her best and dearest friend Danica Bulla Tucker and her husband Michael , a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Myla will be remembered as an avid reader, a loving wife, mother, daughter, niece and friend. She was proud of her Texas Heritage and being the great granddaughter of Emil H. Marks of the LH 7 ranch, located at Barker, near Katy which boasted the famed original Texas Longhorn herd and today is a Texas land mark. Her beautiful presence in the family will be missed by all. A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 P.M., December 17, 2005 at The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, 9600 South Gessner. A private interment will be held at a later date at Woodlawn Garden of Memories for the attendance of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions are directed to the American Liver Foundation, 2425 W. Loop South, Suite 660 Houston, TX. 77027.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Dec. 15, 2005.

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Carole Simon

December 17, 2005

I grieve with thee.

Jennifer Schmidt

December 17, 2005

Marcus, we just learned of Myla's passing this evening. I have never seen Carole more at a loss for words. We are sorry that we lost touch with you and Myla, Von and Skyla. Please let us know if we can help with anything.



Jennifer and Carole

Delores Guynes

December 16, 2005

Marcus and Family, I just learned today about Myla. i am praying for you and family. Myla was such

a lovely and friendly person.

Delores @ Copy Dr.

Pat & Brian Jones

December 16, 2005

Our hearts go out to you at your tragic loss. Myla was too young for this to happen. We know you have the strength to carry through. Our love.

Paul Crane

December 15, 2005

I only met Myla briefly in the summer of 2004 when George and I traveled to Texas. I found her to be a delightful woman who loved her husband and children dearly.

George Jonte

December 15, 2005

I will miss my daughter-in-law. She was a beautiful soul who was a loving, wonderful wife to Marcus and a fantastic mother to Von and Skyla.

Natalie Oates (DeCola)

December 15, 2005

I'm sorry to say that Myla and I lost touch over the years, only talking on the phone a few times as Von visited with my son, Thomas, during visitations with his dad. She was a good friend and roommate during college and I know she'll be greatly missed by her family. Von and Skyla are especially in my prayers as they mourn the loss of their mom.

Bob Ard

December 15, 2005

Dear Marcus,

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I am praying for you. You have grown up to be a wonderful young man. May God be with you.

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