Sara Jeanne Marks

Sara Jeanne Marks, beloved daughter, sister, and wife passed away on April 26, 2026 after a courageous battle with cancer. Sara was born on March 4, 1976 to Walter and Mary Marks in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Beloved and much missed sister of Patricia Safyurek (Kemal) and Amanda Marks (Erik). Sara was joined in marriage to Jason Bostwick in 2018. Throughout her life, many cats called Sara their Mom.

A beautiful soul, Sara was a poet and lifelong lover of nature, animals, geology, and the outdoors. Some of her best times in life were spent at Theodore Roosevelt and Wind Cave National Parks working on plant identification projects for the US Geological Service. She also enjoyed many outdoor activities including hiking, backpacking, camping, and rock hounding. Sara loved the West and lived in several western states. The West was home for Sara.

A woman who loved her family deeply, Sara’s presence was a source of strength and joy to others. She will be remembered for her beautiful spirit and the great impact she had on those around her, and she is deeply missed.

Special thanks to the staff at St. Mary’s Intermountain Regional Hospital and HopeWest Hospice for their compassionate and skilled care. Also a special thank you to Rev. Wendy Jones and dear friend Carla for their friendship and support.

Contributions in Sara’s memory can be made to Best Friends Animal Society, National Park Foundation, or National Park Conservation Association.

Please join family and friends for a Celebration of Life on Thursday June 4, 2026 from 3 – 5 pm at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley, 536 Ouray Avenue, Grand Junction.