Donald Dean Marks was born January 4th, 1936 in Denver, CO. He was the son of Emmanuel and Alice Marks. Don had 2 brothers and 3 sisters. He is survived by his brother, Bob (Barbara) Marks and his sister Alice Lorraine (Bill) Groethe. Don is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jerry Marks, sisters Barbara Smith, and Doris (Jim) Teliha.
Don is survived by his wife, Nancy, to whom he was married to for 55 years. He is also survived by his children, Andrea (Wayne) Eckas, Richard (Jessicca) Marks, Lori (Chuck) Ruwart) and David Marks. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; Adam, Aaron, Andrew Eckas, Joshua Marks, Jennifer Brossart, Sarah Marks, Charley, Amanda, Brendan, Christopher and Patrick Ruwart; as well as 6 great grandchildren.
Don served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for Creager Mercantile for 37 years, and retired in 1999.
Don enjoyed taking family trips, fishing, bowling, gardening, sports, and most of all family time. Don was a devoted father and loving husband who spent his life providing for those who he loved so much.
Don was loved by family and friends and will be greatly missed!
Donations can be made to The Alzheimer's Association.