Everett J. Marks

October 16, 1924 - February 22, 2016

Everett (Ed) Marks,91, beloved husband for 63 years of Elaine (Mary) Marks passed into eternal life on February 22nd, at his home of 52 years, at peace and surrounded by his loving family. Ed was born in Utica, NY the son of Isaac and Lena (Wolfe) Marks. He moved to Albany as a child and attended CBA High School. Upon graduation he enlisted in the US Navy. Ed was assigned to the USS Riddle Destroyer Escort, the most decorated DE (12 battle stars) in WWII and patrolled the Pacific Theatre from 1943-1945. Ed was a decorated veteran who was immensely proud but humble about his service. Upon his discharge he attended St. Michaels College and was a member of the varsity football and basketball teams. Ed married the love of his life Mary on February 7, 1953 and together they raised six sons, Edward (Kimberly) Robert (Alice), Steven (Susan), Thomas, William, Brian (Mary). Until his last breath they remained the pride and joy of his life. Although his sons games and school events were too numerous to count Ed never missed one of them. Ed was active in the community and served as a coach and board member of National Little League, The Albany Academy Fathers Association, The Knights of Columbus, The American Legion and St. Teresa’s Parish. In the early 1960’s Ed along with his partner founded Parker-Marks Co. and later A-1 Ice Equipment Distributors. More than offering products and service, customers loved Ed’s sincerity and humor, many of his customers became lifelong friends. Ed was a very active Pop Pop to his eleven grandchildren: Christopher, Charlie, Timmy, Michael, Andrew, Stephen, Matthew, Mallory, Nicholas, John and Peter. Ed was predeceased by his granddaughter Angela and sister Mary Falkow. The family would like to recognize and thank Janis Pfeiffer for her help in caring for our dad. We would also like to express our gratitude to Dr. Jim Sullivan and Dr. Richard Lavigne for the care they showed Ed over the years. Ed touched the lives of many people with his smile and generous heart. Ed maintained his trademark quick wit and sense of humor until the very end. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday 9:30 a.m. at Mater Christi Church. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the Magin & Keegan Funeral Home Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. Interment Calvary Cemetery.