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Gerald Marks Obituary

MARKS, Gerald W. "Jerry" 76, of Largo, passed away on June 24th. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Catherine. He is survived by his wife Mary; sons Robert Walter Marks and Bernard Leonard Poole III; daughter Victoria (John) Pollard; brother Richard A. (Mary Ann) Marks; one niece; 2 nephews six grandchidlren; several great-grandchildren and extended families the Imhoffs, Camerons, Russells, Goods, Varsalonas; his first wife Rose Brann, the Bucs and Acosta groups and his Lancaster High friends. Jerry was born in Columbia, PA and moved to Gulfport in 1958. His love for the grocery business started in Pennsylvania and continued through retirement in 2005. He worked for Winn Dixie for 16 years, Fleming Foods for 5 years and Acosta Sales for 23 years. After retirement, he volunteered at the RCS Food Bank and delivered for Meals on Wheels. For 34 years, Jerry and Mary enjoyed traveling the world for business as well as pleasure. He loved sports, fishing, golf, family and friends. He was known for his sense of humor and jokes for every occasion. He will be missed dearly but never forgotten. Friends will be received at 3 on June 28, and a service will be held at 4 at Reese Funeral Home 6767 Seminole Blvd. in Seminole. Reese Funeral Home 391-9954

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jun. 27, 2011.

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Chrissy & Ike Malson

June 28, 2011

Dear Mary, Uncle Dick, Vicky, Robbie, and Family-

We are sadden to learn of Jerry's passing. Yet we are relieved that his suffering has ended. Ike and I have fond memories of "Uncle" Jerry making us smile and laugh. Jerry had a gift for making others feel relaxed and at ease. I will miss his quick wit, infection laugh and boundless energy.

June 28, 2011

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY. WE WILL ALWAY REMEMBER THE GREAT STORIES AND JOKES HE TOLD. MAY GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY. LARRY&JOANNE GOOD

June 28, 2011

Of course, our hearts go out to all the family. There never really is anything to say that can take that sudden emptyness away. He truly will be missed. Love, Karen Good Robbins

Joe Ouellette

June 27, 2011

Jerry was one of a kind, I enjoyed working with him at Fleming Foods and all the years he was at Acosta. Lots of Food Shows and many store sets. None of us will ever forget Jerry, my thoughts and prayers will be with you Mary.

Kathy Pendergrass

June 27, 2011

Mary & Gerry. The greatest love affair I have ever known; the fairy tale that others hope for. You laugh, love, and love living. Anyone who has had the privilege of knowing you has felt it. My heart is full of memories and happiness. Thank you for sharing Gerry with us.

Lois Woodworth

June 27, 2011

Mary, I am sorry for your loss. Magic happens when two hearts become connected, and the memories can never be erased. Wishing you strength and peace. You are in my thoughts, my heart and my prayers. Love, Lois

Roger Imhoff

June 27, 2011

Jerry always had something funny to say. It might not have been politically correct but it was always funny.

He and my father were inseparable. My parents (Al and Em) and Mary and Jerry were always going somewhere. Sometimes I was lucky enough to be along for the ride. Jerry and my Dad were always teasing or joking around with someone. Anyone could fall into their cross hairs. Sometimes it was a unsuspecting victim but more often than not it was one of us. They would go on and on until we were laughing so hard there were tears running down our faces.



When we would go out it would always start out the same way. Jerry would say "Well Roger it looks like your father is in charge today" Dad would reply " The hell it is! It was my turn yesterday." Then Jerry would have the last word " Well now that settles it Roger your in charge!"



We were all lucky to have known Jerry. He brightened our lives in ways that other people could only wish to. He loved to make us smile but most of all he loved us.



Thanks for all the wonderful memories.

Roger Imhoff

Linda Carl

June 27, 2011

Dear Mary, I'm so sorry to hear this as the world just lost a very bright light but I know that Gerry is in heaven with Dad laughing away and having a drink at the bar in the clouds and praying for those of us here on earth. My deepest sympathy Mary and to Gerry until we meet again, Linda Imhoff Carl

June 27, 2011

Mary, I have so many fond memories of the four of us playing golf. Gerry was always upbeat and funny. My love and prayers to you and your family. Bonnie Hunt

June 27, 2011

Mary, I am so very sorry for your loss. Gerry was such a joy to us here at LAD, and the staff and his friends will treasure our many fond memories and moments of laugher. Wishing you and your loved ones comfort...Kim Ford

June 27, 2011

Thanks to Jerry and Mary for some wonderful memories and some times together that we will have for the rest of our lives. We love you and will always be here for you.
Love, Ken and Claire

June 27, 2011

I'm sorry for your loss. I have good mmemories with him as brother-in-law. He was full of life and fun. Chris Horn

Susan Collins

June 27, 2011

I love you Aunt Mary. I'm sorry for your loss.

June 27, 2011

Gerald was a great friend and was always on top of his game with jokes, stories and full of life. I'm so glad that I had the chance to work with him at Acosta for all of those years and he will be missed by everyone.
Mary our thoughts and prayers are with you, God Bless you and the family.
Ronnie & Joanni Conrad
Clarkesville, Ga.

June 27, 2011

Mary,
I am so sorry for you loss. My thought and prayers are with you and your whole family. He will be missed.

Michele Giannettini

Tom Edmiston

June 27, 2011

Jerry, a man full of life and always made you laugh when you were in his presence. He will definately be missed but always in our thoughts.

We love ya Mary. We are always here for you.

The Edmiston's
Tom, Marci, Ella & Abbe

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