Gregory Alan Marcus

Gregory Alan Marcus obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

Gregory Alan Marcus

Gregory Marcus Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 18, 2018.
Gregory Alan Marcus, of Fort Wayne died peacefully in his home on January 18th, 2018. Greg was born to Charles and Wilda Gene (Garman) Marcus on April 22nd, 1956. He was a lifelong musician and patron of the arts. He played the cello with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic for nearly forty years. Over the last eleven years he also held numerous board positions, such as chair of the investment committee, member of the finance committee and board secretary for the Fort Wayne Philharmonic. His love of music extended to involvement in the early years of WBNI (predecessor of what is now NIPR) as an on-air classical music host. From 2009 until 2016 he served on the board of directors of Northeast Indiana Public Radio (WBNI/WBOI), working extensively with the finance committee. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed with North American Van Lines/Sirva. Survivors include: his brother Brian D. Marcus, of Haarlem, The Netherlands; his aunt, Anita Dunlavy of Fort Wayne; and several cousins. His surviving cousins include: Charlie Mendez of Portage, IN; Shawn Dunlavy of Delphos, OH; David Garman of Carmel, IN; Drew Dunlavy of Fort Wayne; Diane (Mendez) Kemp of Portage, IN; and Reagan Dunlavy of Peoria, IL. Service will be 10 am, Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Plymouth Congregational Church, 501 W Berry St, with calling one hour prior, Rev. Dr. John Gardner officiating. Visitation will be held at D. O. McComb and Sons Foster Park Funeral Home, 6301 Fairfield Ave, Friday, January 26, 2018 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Memorials to Northeast Indiana Public Radio (WBNI/WBOI).

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carol wilhems

May 23, 2025

Wonderful memories of our wacky trio, and of course, of your fantastic Mother. Didn't learn about your passing until fall'22. Have missed, and will continue to miss our chats filled with chuckles. You were a musician and philanthropist extraordinaire, and I hope our spirits stay connected.

David Hagy

February 13, 2018

Greg (and Brian) was a wonderful string student when I was studying at IUPUFW. We played in a variety of chamber music together as they were both becoming fine young string players. I am so sorry to hear of his death. As we age we presume that those friends we worked with, played with, and joked with when we were kids or young adults are still out there doing what they love. When I saw the announcement in the Musicians Union bulletin I was totally surprised and so saddened. I feel for Brian and his other family members!

Mary Stuckey

January 25, 2018

I worked with Greg at North American Van Lines. I will remember Greg fondly.
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Greg's family and friends. Sending thoughts of peace. Mary Stuckey

Dennis Fick

January 25, 2018

Greg was a friend and fellow musician of the Fort Wayne Philharmonic for many years. In the course of those years he took on many rolls. In addition to his work as cellist, he was elected by his fellow musicians to serve on the Orchestra Committee. We also elected him to serve as our representative to the Board of Directors of the Philharmonic. We will sorely miss him.

JENNIFER DEPOY

January 25, 2018

I was so so sorry to hear about Greg. I have worked with him for several years here at WBOI. I am the finance manager and started when Greg was on the finance committee. He was a huge resource and I could always count on him. I am going to be out of town this weekend but wanted to pay my respects and to say he is going to be truly missed. Prayers for comfort and peace. May God Bless You Always. Jennifer DePoy

Tess Reiling

January 24, 2018

Deepest sympathy, Brian and family.

Janna Scott

January 24, 2018

Every summer, Greg and Brian would dedicate a weekend to travel to Rockville Indiana and bestow a visit to my parents, Cleve and Jane Scott, at their home on Raccoon Lake. As a resident of the house next door, I was honored and fortunate to witness the happiness they would bring to mom and dad. Each visit was a delight filled with lively conversation, laughter and love. I will cherish these memories always.
H-U-G-S

Marcy & MIke Trentacosti

January 24, 2018

Thoughts and prayers are with your family..

Kate Tuohy

January 24, 2018

RIP Greg.

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