Elva Gaille Marks

MARKS Elva Gaille Marks passed away on Thursday morning, September 4, 2008, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Philip W. Marks, Jr., she is survived by her brothers Gordon and Richard Gaille; her sons, Donald (and wife Martha) and Philip III (and wife Stephanie); four grandchildren, Donald Jr. (wife Jennifer), Wade, Philip IV, and Alexandra; and one great grandchild, Albert Joseph. Mrs. Marks was a life-long resident of New Orleans and had a long and distinguished career as a teacher and principal in the Orleans Parish Public School System after graduating from Newcomb College. She later received a master's degree in education from Loyola University in New Orleans. Elva was a member of the Gentilly Presbyterian Church, and was active in and served as president of the Gentilly Women's Club. In retirement, Elva served as a volunteer at the New Orleans Museum of Art. As with many life-long New Orleanians, hurricane Katrina took her house and broke her heart. A private funeral service will be held on September 9, 2008 at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Friends of City Park or the New Orleans Museum of Art. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.