EDWARD I. MARKS

Edward I. Marks, January 14, 2023, of Phila. PA; beloved husband of 76 blessed years to Elizabeth (nee Sabreen); loving father of Bruce Marks (Bonnie-Kay), Karen Levy (Nadav), and Ronald Marks (Susan); cherished grandfather of Micah Kagan (Amy), Haddas Cohen (Hannan), Shelah Mashat (Sharon), Aaron Marks (Emily), Limor Knafo (Chaim), Hannah Marks (David Charny), Emily Marks (fiancée Michael Foley), Philip Marks and the late Bryan Marks; also survived by 12 adoring great-grandchildren (7 in Israel, 5 in US).  He was the dedicated son of the late Irma and Philip Marks.  Edward was a proud veteran of WWII from 1942-1945 and in the Naval Reserves from 1947-1960.  He was the past President of Beth Chaim Synagogue, Feasterville, PA and enjoyed more than 40 trips to Israel.  He was a graduate of Central class 178 (1942) and Drexel (electrical engineer 1948).  His joy was his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Edward also volunteered at various Israeli Defense Forces bases and hospitals for many years.  Relatives and friends are invited to services Monday, January 16, 2023, 1:00pm, Joseph Levine & Sons, 4737 Street Rd., Trevose, PA.  Chapel services may be viewed live at www.levinefuneral.com/trevose-webcam.  Interment to follow at Roosevelt Memorial Park.  Shiva will be observed at the residence of Susan and Ron Marks, on Monday and at the residence of Bonnie-Kay and Bruce Marks on Tuesday and Wednesday.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Edward’s memory may be made to The Lone Soldier Center (lonesoldiercenter.com), or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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