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Following a call to the ordained ministry he moved to Melbourne, Australia and took a Bachelor of Divinity degree from the University of Melbourne. On graduation he was appointed to Scots Presbyterian Church in the city of Adelaide, where he was ordained. He was awarded a scholarship to study overseas, which he took up at Princeton Theological Seminary, which was the beginning of his love of the United States of America. While studying at Princeton, he served Calvary United Methodist Church in Keyport NJ. After a three year ministry back in Melbourne, the Marks family returned to New Jersey where he has served United Methodist congregations at Little Silver, Trinity in Merchantville, and Island Heights. Don also took a Doctor of Ministry degree from Drew University and had the privilege of further study during summer vacations at Oxford, Wales and Durham in the U.K.
Don is survived by his beloved wife Barbara of over 57 years and have a beloved son, Simon; and two wonderful grandsons, Alex and Jason, who live in Dallas. His brother Graham; and nephew Chris (Cherie); and niece Susan survive him in South Australia.
Don's interests included travel, where he was able to further his amateur interest in architecture, and improving and expanding the Marks family's vacation house in Dingman's Ferry, PA which they have owned for 45 years.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with his family, Saturday, February 8th from 10 am to 11 am at Trinity United Methodist Church, 36 West Maple Avenue, Merchantville. Funeral service will follow at 11 am. Donations in Don's memory can be sent to World Central Kitchen, Attn: Donor Services Team, P.O. Box 96538, Washington, DC 20090 (www.wck.org/donate) If you choose, you may select to notify the family at [email protected].
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Z. Dickinson
March 27, 2025
Rev. Marks married my dear Aunt Carmela and Uncle John, and they´re coming up on their 34th wedding anniversary this year, so lovingly thinking of Donald. What a gentle, loving, beautifully known man. I know this tribute is a bit late, but my love is always with him and his family. To know him was to adore him.
Vic, Judi and Shireen Hatami
February 8, 2025
The Lord blessed him and us for knowing him. Only one word comes to mind, kind. His voice, smile, sermons, demeanor and approach to his surroundings, kind. Deepest condolences to Mrs. Marks and family. Will never forget the dinner at our home with Dr. and Mrs. Marks, Monsignor Flynn and my mom. A religious abundance of faiths.
The Hatami family, Island Heights NJ.
Delores Lindblade
January 29, 2025
I served as office secretary when Don served Haddon Heights United Methodist (New Jersey). It was my pleasure to work with him. He was there as an interim pastor for six months only. The congregation loved him and Barbara. His bible study classes were beyond compare. You will certainly be missed by many people. Rest in peace Don.
Joan Cichalski
January 19, 2025
Rest in peace, dear friend. We.will always remember your kindness, warmth, faith, and wonderful sense of humor. We treasure our memories of time spent together in the Poconos and excursions in Philadelphia. May wonderful memories comfort you, Barbara, Simon, and your families. With love from Joan Cichalski and family.
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Janice Colosi
January 18, 2025
Such a great friend, neighbor and excellent listener. A faithful man of God. I often reflect upon his humility and peaceful nature - and it gives me calm and rest! May Don rest in eternal peace!
Bette Cornell
January 17, 2025
Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Rev. Marks. I know Rev. Mark´s grace will be missed by many and he will always remain in our hearts...fond memories of him marrying Frank and I, 37 years ago, blessed our home when we moved to central NJ, and of course he had baptized our sons, Greg and Nate. May you rest in peace. Bette and Frank Cornell
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