Cora (Corky) Lea Desjardin Marks, age 76, of Forsyth, MT passed away on August 31, 2021 at Rosebud Healthcare Center in Forsyth. Cora was born on March 14, 1945, to Lloyd Desjardin and Verna (Schafer) Johnson in Forsyth.
Cora graduated from Forsyth High School and then married Clayton Clifton on July 6, 1963 in Forsyth. To this union, two children were born; Theresa Pauline and Martin Thomas Clifton. They lived in many different places. During this time, she was a cub scout leader, girl scout leader, was very active as district secretary for Al-Anon and worked at Fitchner Chevrolet in Laurel, MT. They later divorced in 1982.
She later met and married Dennis Marks in 1988 and they got married in Rosebud, Montana. During this time Cora became active in the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 92. She also helped with the local telephone company, worked as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) and participated in several Awareness Walks over the years. Her giving spirit was further validated by the 2016 Hysham Chamber of Commerce Good Citizen of the Year award.
Cora is survived by her children: daughter – Theresa (Larry) Steuben of Harlowton, MT; son – Martin (Diane) Clifton of Great Falls, MT; step-daughter – Julie (Marks) Apodaca of Bozeman, MT; brother – James (Margie) Desjardin of Miles City, MT; sister – Betty (Mike) VanHaele of Billings, MT; 12 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.
Cora is preceded in death by her husband – Dennis Marks; father – Lloyd Martin Desjardin; mother – Verna Theresa Schafer; Grandparents – Martin (Delma) Desjardin and Grandparents – Benjamin (Mayme) Schafer.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 AM
Saturday September 18, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Following the Memorial Service
Saturday September 18, 2021
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Friday September 17, 2021
Stevenson and Sons
245 Westwind Ln
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
10:00 AM
Saturday September 18, 2021
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Interment
Following the Memorial Service
Saturday September 18, 2021
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, Montana 59327
Family to Receive Friends
4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Friday September 17, 2021
Stevenson and Sons
245 Westwind Ln
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Cherie LeBlanc says
Sending prayers and hugs to Cora’s family. She was a very caring person.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Larry & Vicky Fink says
We were so sorry to learn of Cora’s passing. Cora was so active in the Hysham community over the years. Our deepest condolences to her family.
Peggy and Earl says
To Corky’s wonderful family,
Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your beloved Mother, and Sister. I am probably one of Corky’s newer friends. I did not know her until she and her late husband moved out to the Villa in Forsyth. We became fast friends and enjoyed the times we could spend together. She gave me a key to her house so I could feed and walk “Lucky” when she had to go out of town for medical appointments. She told me every time this would happen that she didn’t worry about “Lucky” as she knew he had the best of care. She never mentioned how I spoiled him. I sure miss her in our friendly neighborhood. She was a very special lady and had a heart for helping others.
Sky Marks says
Aunt Corky was my mom away from home when I visited Montana as a teenager. She was stern when she needed to be, but always showed forth love and compassion afterwards. She was a great companion for my uncle Dennis and even when they got older were just as infatuated with one another as any newlyweds. I will miss her hospitality and caring heart.
Montana Newby says
Aunt Corky was loving and generous in sharing her time with Uncle Dennis. She always made sure we were well fed when we visited. I truly appreciate all she did for my Grandma and uncles. I love her and can’t wait to see her in Heaven.
Carol Corcoran says
Corky was a wonderful caregiver for my Grandmother, Nora Taylor. We so appreciated her and have very fond memories of that time with her. She will be missed.
Sheryl Swanson says
Corky organized Holidays in Hysham for years. She was wonderful to work with. She touched so many lives – and will be missed by every one. 💕
Ralph Sutich says
My Condolences To Corey’s Family Corky And Dennis Were Both Wonderful People Corky Was Always Doing For Others Very Active In The Hysham Coumminty Through Out The Years Her And Dennis Both Dennis And Corky Will Sure Be Missed I Can’t WaitbTo See Corky And Dennis In Heaven