Dennis Ray Marks was the second child born to Montana Mae Goakey Marks on 2-20-1945. His father is Charles Joseph Marks. He had five siblings: Terry, Robert, Kay, Bill, and Dave. His father passed away when Dennis was eight and later his mother married “Cowboy” Krone.
Dennis graduated Hysham High School in 1965. In 1966 he entered the Army. He was stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged in 1969 as a Sgt. E5 with an Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (Korea); National Defense Service Medal; Sharpshooter (Rifle).
At the time of his discharge, he moved back to Hysham where he met and married Sharon (Sherri) Nutting in 1970. To this union a daughter, Julie Marie was born in 1974.
Dennis started his own general construction company in 1974 and continued working in the company known as Marks Construction until his death on 1-3-21.
Dennis was a member of American Legion Post #92 in Hysham for 33 years; Volunteer Fire Dept. & Ambulance Crew in Hysham for 17 years; Hysham Chamber of Commerce for 32 years.
Sherri passed away in Jan. of 1987.
In Sept. of 1988 Dennis was married to Cora Desjardin Clifton who has two children: Terri and Martin. Dennis and Cora (Corky) lived in Hysham for 31 years and moved to Forsyth on their anniversary in Sept.2019.
Dennis was proceeded in death by his first wife, Sherri; parents-Charles & Mae; step-father-Cowboy Krone; and three brothers-Terry & Robert Marks and David Krone.
Survivors include his wife, Cora; Daughter Julie and her seven children and 4 great-grandchildren; Step-daughter, Terri (Larry)Steuben & family; Step-son, Martin (Diane) Clifton & family; sister-Montana Kay (Charles) Thornton & family; brother-Billy Joe (Lois) and family; sister-in-law-Karan Marks & family. Dennis is survived by many nieces and nephews and was honored to know and love them all. An Aunt-Irene Cantrell; Aunt-Nina Spannagel; and Uncle-Mike (Debbie) Garverich; and lots of cousins! He knew them all and kept up on their lives!
There will be a graveside service in the early summer when the Marks clan can be here.
Dennis Marks, age 75, of Forsyth Formerly of Hysham
February 20, 1945 – January 3, 2021
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Lynn Anderson says
Corky,
I am saddened to learn of Dennis’ passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Ralph F Sutich says
Sending My Prayers And Condolences To Corky And All If Dennis Family I Was Shocked When Misti The Manger Of Forsyth And Hysham Village Apartments Told Me About Dennis Passing Sunday Evening January 3rd Dennis Was A Great Guy Helpful At All Things I Am Really Going To Miss Dennis Rest In Peace Dennis Your Job Is Well Done Great And Faithful Servent
Larry & Vicky Fink says
Corky & family…so sorry to learn Dennis passed away. He was the communities go-to guy for so many years and will be missed by all. Take care and our thoughts are with you and your family.
Misti says
Prayers and condolences to his wife and family. He was a great guy, always there to help anyone and a friend to all. He will be missed. I am thankful To of visited with him before his passing. Rest In Peace my dear friend.
Maxine Wahl says
Corky, So sorry to hear about Dennis. He is so very well respected by everyone. We are very long term friends of about 66 years. If you would need a little help with anything, please let me know. I would try to help. Eldon
Georgia Lloyd says
Corky,
Our family was saddened to hear of Dennis’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God be with you.
Georgia and family💕
Kay and Rocky Berdahl says
Corky,
So sorry for your loss! Sincere condolences to all of Dennis’ family!
Janiece Adams says
To all of Dennis’s family, Was deeply saddened and shocked when I heard of Dennis’s passing. Dennis was always the first person you thought of when something went haywire. He would drop what he was doing and in no time there he was. He taught me alot of things to look for before I would end up calling him anyway,I’m very greatful for his knowledge. Dennis will be greatfully missed by our town.
Bob Keele says
Corky and family,
My heart is so saddened by Dennis’ passing. He was a good friend and great neighbor. He treated my sons so well and I have appreciated his help so much over the years. My prayers go out for the family as you work through this loss.
Diana Robinette says
Sending my condolences to Dennis family, I have great memories of this hard working man.
Pam and Skip says
Dennis was a very close friend and great neighbor. We are so sorry to hear about his passing. He will be greatly missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Pam and Skip
Larry Jens says
I’ve known Dennis my whole life. His dad and mine had been high school friends had trapped together while each was single. Our families were always friends. I had the pleasure of visiting with him several times in the last few years. We are sorry to hear of his passing and send our condolences to his wife, siblings and other family members.
Harry and Patti Davis says
He was just such a nice man! Always had a smile and always good advice. Such a hard working man. We will miss him.
Carrie Gronewald says
Corky, we are so saddened by the loss of Dennis. There isn’t an inch of our property on Sarpy Creek that he hadn’t improved or worked on. Our love and blessings to you and our Brother in Arms and a great friend! Carrie and Ken Gronewald
Keay Nutting says
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts go out to the entire family
Cherie & Doug Heser says
Corky and Family,
Dennis was such a wonderful man and certainly will be missed. I remember so well when he solved the problem of getting the library book drop installed at the Senior Center — and did the work as a volunteer.
You are in our thoughts and prayers for comfort and blessed memories.
S &O says
Julie
So sad to hear about your father, Dennis, passing away!
Julie, we watched you grow up! Your mother made baby clothes for the neighbor AND our children inherited those clothes.
Your dad was an amazing person. Although, we didn’t live in Hysham, we knew of all the many ways he helped the people of Hysham. We know you are very proud of your father and always remember how very much he loved you!
Hugs!
Sandy and Otis
Vonnie Becker says
TO THE FAMILY OF DENNIS MARKS,
I had the privilege to have known Dennis for a short while. Last year, I hired him to do numerous plumbing and carpentry jobs for me. Such a courteous and professional man. I was so surprised to hear of his recent passing.
My condolences go out to his wife and family.
Aili Jones says
I am so sorry to hear Dennis passed. He was a wonderful person, and I know how much he meant to my dad. I always loved our trips down to Hysham where we would get to see Dennis and the rest of the family. Corky, I am so sorry for your loss.
Nina Spannagel says
Dennis was one of the good guys and made the world a better place because he was here. The hole he has left in the world will not be soon filled.