James Wilson Marks

James Wilson Marks passed away peacefully at home on Monday, September 16, 2019. Beloved husband of Betty Finch Marks for 65 years. Father of James W. Marks, Jr. and Linda M. Kim (Melvin). Grandfather of Michael Kim (Sarah), Jennifer K. Love (Ben), and Jonathan Kim. Great-grandfather of Gavin. Son of the late Walter Marks and Ruth Greyson Marks. Brother of the late Robert Marks (late Faye) and Arlene M. Davis (late Chuck). Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Age 87 years, a native of Reidsville, NC and resident of Harvey, LA. He was a graduate of Appalachian State Teachers College, Naval Post Graduate School in Monterey, CA, and received his MBA from Tulane University New Orleans. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 23 years retiring as Lt. Colonel. He then continued his career in the civilian sector with Avondale Shipyards, Boeing Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and Dyn McDermott. He was commended for his work establishing the 4th Marine Division in New Orleans. Member of Oak Park Baptist Church and Christ Baptist Church.
Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral Service in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expy, Harvey, LA on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 11 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be held Saturday morning from 9 AM until 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, visit www.alz.org or call 800.272.3900. To view and sign the online guestbook visit www.mothefunerals.com .