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James Marx Obituary

Marx, James J. A 78 year old resident of Grayslake, Illinois, died Wednesday, June 13, 2007 at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. He was born in Milwaukee on April 24, 1929 to the late Joseph and Margaret (nee Holverson) Marx. James was a member of St. Gilbert Catholic Church in Grayslake. Survivors include his children, Mary-Margaret Marx and Joseph Marx, both of Grayslake; and his sister, Marilyn Marx of Florida. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sarah (nee Salasky) Marx, whom he married on September 3, 1955. A memorial service will be held at 6 PM, Monday, June 18 at Strang Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 410 E Belvidere Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. Friends of the family may visit from 5 PM until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Save-A-Pet, 31664 N. Fairfield Rd., Grayslake, IL 60030. For information please call 847-223-8122 or visit www.strangfuneral.org

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jun. 17, 2007.

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