William Alvin Marks Jr.

William Alvin Marks Jr. obituary

William Alvin Marks Jr.

William Marks Obituary

Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Sep. 12 to Sep. 15, 2018.
William "Billy" Alvin Marks, Jr., 54, of Abita Springs, has passed away. Billy was born in New Orleans, LA, on March 16, 1964. He went to Holy Cross High School, where he played Tight End for Tigers Football. He served on the New Orleans Police Department and enjoyed his work as an electrician. Billy was a fisherman, had a passion for photography, and loved to travel. He is survived by his children: Rachel Marks O'Campo (Leo), Kourtney Bodden Barrilleaux (Jared), Kristin, William III, Brianna, and Samantha. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Lilliana, Jade, Sage, and Bree, and his sisters, Cheryl Marks Hayden (Channing Sr.) and Mary "Mandy" Marks Garcia (Kirt). Billy is preceded in death by his father, William Alvin Marks, Sr., and his mother, Rita Davenport Marks. A memorial service will be held at Celebration Church at 2001 Airline Hwy, Metairie, LA, on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the National Stroke Association.

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September 6, 2024

Clifford P Dugar posted to the memorial.

September 15, 2018

Louis Lejarza posted to the memorial.

September 13, 2018

Rachel Pierce posted to the memorial.

Clifford P Dugar

September 6, 2024

Rest in Peace Billy

Louis Lejarza

September 15, 2018

Rest easy, Billy...You've done your share...May your family find peace in knowing you are watching over them...

Rachel Pierce

September 13, 2018

So sorry for ya'll's loss, sending prayers to the family.

Stan Morlier

September 12, 2018

RIP Billy Marks. We shared a lot of great memories in the sixth district. N.OPD

Clifford Dugar

September 12, 2018

Rest in peace Billy. What a great guy. He was my apprentice when they were building the convention center in the early days. Fun to be around. Saw him a few years ago, and he told me some things that really made me feel good. God bless his soul and family. Cliff Dugar... Local #130 Ibew...

Kristin Marks

September 11, 2018

I love you dad. Im so sorry about how things happened. I pray you are in Heaven and not hurting anymore.

Kourtney Barrilleaux

September 11, 2018

I miss you. Words can't describe how much I just wish I could just see you one more time. I know you are watching over us until we can meet again. I love you.

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