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Jean "Marks" Tillotson
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She was born in Lee County on November 20, 1937 to the late Joseph Talmage Marks and Cora Belle Covert Marks. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband William "Billy" Martin Tillotson; daughter Melissa Kay Tillotson and brother Martin Talmadge Marks.
Jean was a graduate of Deep River High School. She worked as an Instructional Assistant for many years. Before her health declined, Jean was an active member of Flat Springs Baptist Church where she served as church librarian.
She is survived by three children Ronnie Tillotson and wife Sandy of Deep River, Jelena Follweiler and husband Daren of Boston, MA, Pam Shaver and husband Melvin of Deep River; brothers Barry Marks and wife Rae, Jack Marks and wife Ann all of Deep River; sister-in-law Ann Marks of Deep River; three grandsons Alex Shaver, Tony Shaver, Luke Shaver and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Flat Springs Baptist Church with Dr. Gary McCollough and Pastor Tim Burriss officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the service and other times at the family home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Flat Springs Baptist Church, 4148 Deep River Road, Sanford, NC 27330.
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