Susan K. Marks, 56, of Battle Creek died on Friday, July 12, 2019 at Bronson Battle Creek following a long illness where she has been in long term care at the Laurels of Bedford.
Susan was born on June 1, 1963 in Marshall to Daniel and Martha (Oliver) Marks. She was a special needs student and graduated from Harper Creek High School in 1989, and she was in the Job Training Program at Kellogg Community College.
Susan was very active with the Michigan Special Olympics in her earlier years. She enjoyed bingo, shopping, crafts and video games. Susan especially loved her cats. She loved spending time with her family and friends at gatherings and going out to eat.
She is survived by her mother Martha Marks of Battle Creek; sisters Sheryl (David) Haan of Battle Creek, Linda Marks of Oshtemo, and Debbie (Andy) Maxson of Springfield; five nieces and nephews; and three great nieces. She was preceded in death by her father.
Family will gather with friends from 12-2pm on Friday, July 19, 2019 at Marshall Chapel of the Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services with a funeral service taking place at 2pm with Pastor Harold Garms officiating. Inurnment will follow at Porter Cemetery. Memorial contributions are requested to Calhoun County Animal Shelter. Assistance with memorial is available at the Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services.
Visitation
JUL
19.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EDT)
Marshall Chapel of Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services
723 US HWY 27 North
Marshall, MI, 49068
Service
JUL
19.
2:00 PM (EDT)
Marshall Chapel of Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services
723 US HWY 27 North
Marshall, MI, 49068