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John Marks Obituary
FORTY FORT — John J. Marks, 64, of Forty Fort, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016, in Wilkes-Barre General Hospital.
He was born in Kingston, son of the late John and Marie (Surwilla) Marks. John was a 1970 graduate of Wyoming Valley West High School, and was employed as a Store Director for Redner's Warehouse Market, Pittston. He was also a member of the Forty Fort Lions Club.
Besides his parents, John was also preceded in death by his son, Christopher, in 2004.
John is survived by his wife, the former Barbara Booth; daughters, Patti Marks, of Forty Fort, and Jennifer Marks, of New York, N.Y.; the apple of his eye, his granddaughter, Lilian; sister, Nancy Guyette, of Kingston; nieces and nephews.
Funeral will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday from the Kopicki Funeral Home, 263 Zerbey Ave., Kingston, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. in St. Ignatius Church. Interment will be in the Denison Cemetery, Swoyersville. Friends may call 5 to 8 p.m. Friday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Liver Foundation, 39 Broadway, Suite 2700, New York, NY 10006.
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for John Marks
John,Janet Rokosz and family
September 13, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the Marks family.
We knew John from his time at Acme and Redners.
He was always very positive and friendly in all our dealings.
May he rest in the Peace of our Lord.
Pat Kurpell
September 12, 2016
I've known John since he worked for Acme. One of the nicest managers they ever had and one of the nicest Redner's managers. I'll miss his cheerful attitude and friendly smile
John Doe
September 11, 2016
Had the pleasure of working with John at the Redner's in Edwardsville . I'm sorry to hear about this loss . My thoughts and prayers are with the family .
M Price
September 11, 2016
Please accept my deepest sympathy. I had the please of working with Mr. Marks in the Shickshinny Acme. He was a good manager.
September 9, 2016
My thoughts and prayers go out to John and his family. He was such a nice kind man. He will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
A Redner's Customer
Marci Filippini
September 9, 2016
Condolences to the entire family. John was a fun guy to work for. No matter how rough of a day he was having he always managed to muster up a smile and a kind word. He welcomed me into the Redner's family 2 years ago and it has been nothing but fun working there since then. Thank you for bringing me on board and God's speed to you..
Lindsey Pesta
September 9, 2016
Such a nice, kind, genuine man. My childhood memories are filled with Jen, patti, barb, and John . As well as many years of forty fort softball . He will be missed greatly by many. My thoughts and prayers are with all.
Paul Lavetsky
September 9, 2016
Sympathy to your family. I'm a vendor that first met him in Acme Pittston and serviced his stores off and on during the years. There was no one that was easier to deal with. He'd let me know if he was upset with something I did or didn't do and then five minutes later talk to you like nothing happened. We will all miss the times where he would just stop and tell us about his babysitting or how the Dodgers were doing. God bless his family.
Ray & Pat Motyka
September 9, 2016
Our deepest sympathy. John was a friend of ours through our snack food business. We knew him when he was at the Acme and recently at Redner's. He was such a wonderful person. Our prayers are with your family. He will be sadly missed. God Bless You All.
Joseph Booth
September 8, 2016
My sincere prayer and condolences to Barbara, her girls and the entire family. John was a decent guy and a gentleman. His loss is sad. God bless him.
Susan Williams
September 8, 2016
Barb and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Johnny. I have not seen him since he moved to Pittston with work ,but I will remember him forever. I am not in town and I am in Florida. I am sorry for your loss and wish I could be there. God speed.
Susan Marks Williams
Bob Kochis
September 8, 2016
My condolences to the Marks family . John was a great guy that always had a great laugh and a kind smile . I delivered to the Pittston store daily for almost 2 years. He will be missed . Thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this most difficult time.
Michelle Was alas-Mylcahy
September 8, 2016
John was a great man. I loved working with him, he was down to earth and so easy to talk to. And his girls, he could not talk enough about his girls❤ His granddaughter Lillian, he would say lilly, she truly was the apple of his eye❤ his eyes would light up when he talked about her! God bless your family and remember he will always be watching over you❤❤❤
September 8, 2016
Kindly accept my condolences. I went to high school with John and then I would bump into him when I was grocery shopping at Redners in Edwardsville. He was such a friendly and easy-going guy. Sincerely, Alyson Kole
September 8, 2016
John was such a great man. Such a shock to hear. I work at Redners. Always made me laugh. You will be missed. Prayers to his family.
September 8, 2016
Greatest store director. Brought many smiles to my face. Thanks John
Dan Check
September 8, 2016
My condolences to the Marks family. John was a pleasure to work with when I was a salesman delivering to Redner's in Edwardsville. He always took time out to chat with you and he was always smiling and in a good mood. He'll be missed.
Debbie Hill
September 8, 2016
I always remember our family get togethers and spending time with John. Although I haven't seen him in years, when I think of him I have nothing but good memories. My condolences to his wife, daughters, and granddaughter as well as his sister.
Cousin, Debbie Lutz Hill
September 8, 2016
Love and prayers for all of you
Nancy Guyette
September 8, 2016
The best gift my parents ever gave me was my brother , love you John
Nancy Guyette
September 8, 2016
The best gift my parents ever gave me was my brother
Love you john
Tom & Nancy Bauman
September 8, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family.
Carolyn & John Ritter
September 8, 2016
So sorry to hear of John's passing. We will remember him for his intelligence, positive attitude, and encouragement at mile 3 of the Forty Fort 5 Miler.
Mark Serafin
September 8, 2016
Could never go wrong with John. My mentor as the Forty Fort Lions Club treasurer. The club has and ALWAYS will hold John in high esteem.
Erin Malloy
September 8, 2016
Mrs Marks, Patti, Jen and family
I am so sorry for your loss, Mr Marks was a wonderful and caring man. He will be greatly missed. Love you all
Jackie Symons
September 8, 2016
My condolences to the family. John was a great guy & the best boss I ever had. He will be deeply missed.
Sarah Arnold (Polacheck)
September 8, 2016
Jen,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a great guy! Prayers to you and your family!
Kim Reynolds
September 8, 2016
Rest In Peace Cuz. You will be greatly missed.You always had a smile and encouraged those around you. Prayers to all. Sending love, light and peace.
Jeff Charles
September 8, 2016
Rest in Peace Old Friend...
Martins Pasternak
September 7, 2016
My condolences to his family. I am blessed to have known such a great person.
Jeff Booth
September 7, 2016
Rest In Peace Uncle John , i'll miss fighting with you over the Yankees / Dodgers rivalry more than anything but hey now you can do it with my Dad he's probably waiting at the gates with a beer for ya , Amen !!!
Love ya , Jeffrey
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