Gene Teneag Marks

1929 ∼ 2011

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Gene ?Teneag? Marks, 81, of West Orange, died Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at Jefferson Nursing and Rehab in Beaumont.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2011, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Burial will follow at Jett Cemetery in Orange.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday at the funeral home.

Born in Orange, Texas on June 1, 1929, Gene was the son of Joseph and Pearlie Mae Dyson Marks. He worked as an instrument mechanic at DuPont Sabine Riverworks until his retirement. He was involved with the DuPont Retirees group and with the Nature Classroom. He was a member of Drake Memorial Presbyterian Church.

He was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Carroll Marks; brother, Jerry Marks; sisters, Florine Marks and Gertrude Tinsley; and sister-in-law, Merle Palmetto.

Gene is survived by his wife, Virginia C. ?June? Marks of West Orange; sons, Gary Austin Marks and wife, Jinx of Beaumont, and Russell Dwayne Marks of Orange; daughter-in-law, Sharon Marks of Kingwood; sister-in-law, Sandi Parkinson and husband, Bob; grandchildren, Dameon Marks and wife, Misty, Coy LaSalle and wife, Lisa, Jade Marks, Cori Marks, Jarrod Marks and wife, Nikki; and 13 great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by his brothers, J.P. Marks and wife, Lois of Orange, and Malcolm Marks and wife, Liz of Clear Lake City; and sister-in-law, Barbara Jane Marks of Orange.

Condolences

Anonymous June 17, 2011

June and Family Our thoughts are with you, Teneag was a good friend to Rudy. I can see them both smiling.##imported-begin##Jewel Magnuson##imported-end##

Anonymous May 24, 2011

We are saddened by the news of Teneag's passing but know that today he is in a much better place. The Mustangs and his grandchildren have lost a tremendous fan.##imported-begin##David and Bobbie Leon##imported-end##

Anonymous May 22, 2011

Gary, I was sorry to read about the loss of your dad. May your memories sustain you and give you peace. Sincerely, Debbie##imported-begin##debbie bennett drago##imported-end##

Anonymous May 21, 2011

So sorry to hear about your loss. We will always have great memories of Teneag. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tim Mancil and Ervine Avant##imported-begin##Tim Mancil##imported-end##

Anonymous May 21, 2011

June, Gary, Rusty and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. We will always remember Teneag's sweet smile and kindness. May God comfort you all with special blessings as you grieve his loss.##imported-begin##Susan and Billy Ash##imported-end##

Anonymous May 21, 2011

We were surely sorry to hear about Gene's passing! If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. Since we are right here in Beaumont, we'd certainly help in any way we could. Blessings to all of you, Connie and Paul Alexander##imported-begin##Rev. Connie and Paul Alexander##imported-end##

Anonymous May 20, 2011

Aunt June, Gary and Rusty, I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Teneag! We have lost a great guy! I can hear him say "Zip-Gotcha!" I am there with you in thought and prayer.##imported-begin##Randy Depwe##imported-end##

Anonymous May 20, 2011

MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE MARKS FAMILY, MRS MARKS, GARY AND RUSTY. TENEAG WAS ONE OF THE FINEST EXAMPLES OF A COACH FOR LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYERS. HE ALWAYS HAD A BIG SMILE AND ENCOURAGING WORD FOR ALL THE PLAYERS##imported-begin##MARK RICKS##imported-end##

Anonymous May 20, 2011

I wish I could be there with everyone during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you all, always. Much Love, Keri##imported-begin##Keri Palmetto##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

He was a great brother& person##imported-begin##Jp Marks&Lois Marks##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

I am sorry I can't be there with you at this time, but I think you understand why. Know that you are in my prayers.##imported-begin##Nancy Britt##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

Dear Gary, We are so very sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you and your family. Regrettably, I never had the opportunity to meet your dad, but Terry really enjoyed his visit with him. We are here for you, whatever you need. Your friends ##imported-begin##Terry & Linda WaggonerTurney##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are for your family , your loss, and the heartache that follows. But know that if you seek God that His peace which surpasses all understanding will gaurd your hearts and minds.##imported-begin##Lance Smith##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

I have such fond memories of June and Teneag. Teneag was Danny's baseball coach and he was the best. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##Wanda Simar##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

He was the best baseball coach I ever had.##imported-begin##Danny Simar##imported-end##

Anonymous May 19, 2011

Mrs. Marks, Gary & Rusty, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a very special man and so many of us have such fond memories of him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.##imported-begin##Vicki Schell##imported-end##

Anonymous May 18, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Teneag will be missed so much! We feel as though we've lost a member of our own family and know you will all feel a void in your lives. He was so very special to all of us for so long. Love and sympa##imported-begin##Nathalie Rupp##imported-end##