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Ocala - Dr. Charles H. Marks was born July 1927 in Ocala, Florida with the Goldman and Malaver families as relatives. He moved with his family to Albany, Georgia where he was reared and schooled, leaving home in 1943 for the University of Florida. Along with completing 1.5 years in the Navy (selected for radio training) he graduated in 1947 from the University with honors. Dr. Marks entered Vanderbilt University College of Medicine in the fall of 1947, and received his medical degree on June 10, 1951. The following day he married Kay Moss. After completing surgical training (2 years in New Orleans, 3 in Nashville) he planned to practice in Florida. He took a job with the Veterans Administration in Lake City, to have a chance to find the ideal place. Of course that place was Ocala and the family now Charlie, Kay, Chuck and Kathy arrived January 1, 1957 in Ocala. Dr. Marks became Ocala's first Board Certified surgeon in 1957. In his quest for knowledge and perfection, he made sure that he was at the top of his field by voluntarily and successfully taking the boards to be recertified in 1981. The family grew to include Libby, Marty and Becky. The family expanded to include his sister Helene, and his three nieces Jodi, Mala, and Kathryn. His greatest love was medicine, his patients, the hospital, and his family. He practiced for 33 years as a surgeon in Florida. He was known for his compassion, energy and industry. After he retired, he volunteered at the Marion County Public Health Department Surgical clinic for 14 years. Dr. Marks was an active member of the Ocala Lions, Club (including their breakfast club, the R.O.M.E.O.'s). He was also a member of the Elks, the Marion County Medical Society and the Medical Honorary Society. He loved to hunt, fish, and swim, snow ski and travel with his family and wife, Kay. He was a member and past President of Temple B'nai Darom. Dr. Marks was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Mabel Marks, and his sister, Helene Marks Crawford. He is survived by his immediate family, wife and five children and their spouses, and his twelve grandchildren; his sister, Jo Heyman and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A Memorial Service will be held on July 2nd at 3:00 p.m. at Temple B'nai Darom (49 Banyon Course, Ocala) followed by a time of refreshments and remembrance. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Marion County. ROBERTS FUNERAL HOMES, Bruce Chapel East, 2739 SE Maricamp Road, Ocala, FL in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Marks
Deborah Heyman Harris
June 27, 2024
We remember "Uncle Doc Charles" with much love. His large family has grown and prospered. May his memory be a blessing. Deborah and Scott
Deborah H. Harris
June 26, 2023
Charles was my mother's only brother. We called him "Uncle Doc Charles" because we also had another Uncles Charles. I remember "Uncle Doc Charles" always with a smile on his face and flying ears. We loved him and we miss him.
Charlee Williams
April 5, 2023
Dr. Marks saved my life in 1970. He stayed at the hospital that night and told the nurses it was up to God whether I lived or died. He was the most remarkable man I ever met. I loved him.
Karen Kudia
June 27, 2009
June 21, 2009
June 30, 2009
Dear Libby:
Father’s day just passed; and shortly one year of remembering the loss your Dad as feelings surface. No matter what age and circumstances, it is all too sudden, so much has been changed. It is heartbreak like no other yet gradually softens with a lifetime of memories.
“Sorrow cannot all be explained away…in a life truly lived, grief and loss accumulate like possessions.” Stephan Kanfer.
The Psalmist (Psalm 23) brings comfort…reminding us that the good Shepherd cares, guides; carries when we fall, heals us when we hurt and are emotionally drained, protects and leads…quietly whispers and touches us with His love in unexpected moments and places. May you sense being held in love during this year of remembering.
Loving prayers,
Karen
Deborah Harris
July 11, 2008
From childhood, I remember that "Uncle Doc Charles" (as we called him) always had a smile on his face.
He was unfailingly gentle and kind to me throughout my lifetime. He never talked about his many accomplishments, or even about himself, but always wanted to know how I was doing.
I remember from over 50 years ago the attention he paid to me personally, even though I was just a small girl. Although he had five children and many nieces and newphews, he took the time to make me feel like someone important.
When we visited Ocala, Uncle Doc Charles was always comforting to me, even when I misbehaved and got blasted by other family members. I know he provided the same comfort to his patients, his family, his friends, and especially to my mother (his sister).
The loss of my uncle is a sadness felt by a large community of people upon whom he bestowed his unconditioinal love.
I will always miss you, Uncle Doc Charles. The understanding and peacefulness you gave me will always be with me. You left a legacy of gentleness and kindness.
I send my love to Aunt Kay, Chuck, Kathy, Libby, Marty and Becky, and all their children. - "Cousin Deborah"
Karen Kudia
July 9, 2008
Libby and family:
I want to express my love and prayers during this time as you remember and grieve the loss of your Dad. Saying goodbye is so personal…emotions come and go in waves. Sometimes music, a family/friend’s voice or watching a bird at a feeder helps, soothes or touches a memory that comforts. Hard blessings initially, then soft blessings, as pain and tears lessen. I met your Dad while working at Health Department, what a caring and sensitive man. Reading what others wrote shows how many his healing loving presence touched. What a legacy.
To use the words of Donald Barnhouse:
" Love that goes upward is worship;
Love that goes outward is
affection;
Love that stoops is grace."
So descriptive isn’t it of him. When you look into the mirror, you may see him. As you do the things he loves, you may sense him or hear his voice. Emptiness can be painful with a physical ache inside…ache that is more than missing his face or voice…it’s a jagged tearing away of something of your beginning…of who your Dad is…of who you are, his daughter…leaving a gaping hole…all understandable…May those around you and your memories comfort and embrace you….and may God’s unconditional love fill the emptiness and aches.
I close with one of my most favorite quotes from Elizabeth Barrett Browning
“ Earth is crammed with heaven
And every bush aflame with God
But only those who see take their
shoes off.”
Our shoes are off, until we are reunited in the heavenly,
In loving prayers,
Karen D. Kudia
Marshall Kutz
July 6, 2008
Charlie told me once that he thought his fingerprints had been almost worn away because he had to wash his hands so often. I know where his fingerprints went. He left them on the lives of the people he encountered - his patients, his colleagues, his friends and family. And his touch was good and kind, direct and personal.
Thank you Charlie, for the gift of your touch and for the generous and humble way you used the gift of your skilled hands.
Thank you Kay for sharing this remarkable mensch with me and with so many others.
Sharon Barnes
July 6, 2008
To The Marks Family: Dr. Marks was an original - a caring humanitarian with a passion for medicine that evidenced itself in all his years of service. He was my mother's favorite doctor, and she declared him best of all surgeons. Though fiercely professional, he maintained a gentle calm, and a sense of humor that helped quiet the fears of more timid patients, such as I. Some years ago, as probably one of his most nervous patients, I remarked to him that I admired his surgical skills and would be terrified, beyond words, to operate on someone. Knowing I was in music, and performed publicly, he calmly replied, "And I would be terrified to perform music on a stage in front of an audience." I will never forget that particular office visit when a very great man and surgeon reminded me that we are all blessed with our own unique gifts and talents. Though he was outstanding in his field, the trait I most admired in him was his humility and humanity. He was a kind and caring physician, and always, a gentleman. As when all great people pass from us, the world seems a bit less bright. However, I celebrate the life, dedication, and service of Dr. Marks, and pray that each member of his family will be comforted by his profound and extraordinary legacy. God bless and comfort you all. Dr. Marks, I will never forget you.
July 4, 2008
Mrs Marks and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dr Marks was a very kind and caring person. He made you smile just by speaking to him over the phone.
Mary Lundy, Switchboard Operator MRMC
Berh (Whitston) Respess
July 4, 2008
Becky,
You and your family are in our prayers.
Beth
C. Brooks Henderson
July 3, 2008
Charley first came into focus for me as the wonderful surgeon he was, when our son suffered a cut foot. Chalrfey was on call in the ER. He spent an hour scrubbing the wound and sutured it. The nest day is was infected and he had to clean it again. As he did so, he said "if I had not cleaned it myself I would have thought someone was not very thorough." He was our choice for any further surgeries on members ouf our family.
D G
July 3, 2008
A funny story about Dr. Marks...when I was a nursing student years ago, I was not very fond of surgery, but we clicked that morning I was in the OR before he scrubbed for an exploratory laparotomy. He drug me into the operating suite, started the case and started pulling out the patient's intestines and asked me to hold them out of the way for him while he looked for something. The next thing I saw was Dr. Marks leaning over me and asking me if I was ok...(I was lying supine on the OR floor)...He had to keep the OR supervisor from going off on me as well...We laughed about that for many years every time I saw him...RIP Dr. Marks
Dave
July 3, 2008
Marks and Chambers...Names associated with excellent skill and compassion. They left a legacy in Marion County that will be VERY hard to match! RIP Charlie.
Tommy Smith
July 3, 2008
The Marks Family,
Dr. Marks wasn't only my dad's Dr., but a caring friend to him as well. In 1978, my dad was close to losing his battle with cancer, a battle that Dr. Marks fought with all his abilities. Late one nite at Ocala Regional, I went up to visit Dad, and walked in on two men that were both born in Ocala, discussing various hunting experiences they had in their lives. They were both laughing and going on like two kids, and it was getting close to midnight. There were two things my Dad loved the most, going hunting, and talking about going hunting. Thank You to the Mark's family for sharing the Dr. with my family. Nobody could have done anything more than what Dr. Marks did that nite to make my Dad happy in his last hours.
July 3, 2008
DR CHARLES MARKS OPERATED ON ME 40 YEARS AGO IN OCALA A FRIEND A REAL GOOD DR AND YES ONE OF US. HOW CAN ANYBODY WHO NEW HIM FORGET HIM GOD BLESS CHARLES I KNOW THIER IS PLENTY OF ROOM IN HEVEN FOR HIM GORDON AND JILL CLARK CLAYTON GA
Mary Wolfe
July 2, 2008
We have all lost such a treasure with Dr. Marks. What a fantastic example he was as a doctor, father, and friend. We are all blessed for knowing such a compassionate man! God bless all of you! Wish we could have been there with you during this time.
Lois Goldman-Cowan
July 2, 2008
Charlie was a beloved cousin and a great friend to Marvin, my daughters, and me. He was such a gentle soul and a caring and kind man. We look back on our travels with Charlie and Kay as some of the most enjoyable experiences of our lives. We will miss him and think of him every day. With much love always
Robert and Lee Carpenter
July 2, 2008
The Marks family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. We were both blessed to have known Dr. Marks and will always have fond memories of him. Such a kind person can never be replaced. Ocala was so fortunate having him call this his home.
Nancy Brill
July 2, 2008
One of the best is in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Robert and Nancy (Kirk) Brill
JESSIE & YVONNE GILLUM & FAMILY
July 2, 2008
TO THE MARKS FAMILY
YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS
LEANEZE HAWKINS
July 2, 2008
TO THE MARKS FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SMYPATHY IN THE HOME GOING OF YOUR DAD HE WAS A GREAT HUSBAND,DAD GR.FATHER
AND FRIEND TO ALL HE CAME IN
CONTACT WITH. HIS TEACHING AND
WORK IN THE COMMUNITY WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. HE EARNED
HIS WINGS. MARION COUNTY HEALTH DEPT (STAFF MEMBER)
Herbert Coleman
July 2, 2008
Becky & Marks Family:
My parents and I were very saddened to recently learn of Dr. Marks' passing. From friendships begun at Highlands as well as through his own prayers and his healing hands in my mother's surgeries, we remember, marvel and appreciate our connection even now. Please know that our deepest sympathies, prayers and God's grace are extended to you in this significant time of transition.
Kate Gholston
July 2, 2008
How proud I always have been to know that Charlie Marks was part of my family. The memories of his smiling face and soft laugh will be with me always. A Saint of my parents,Mary and Herbert, and thereby to us too. His kindness was beyond words.Peace and love always. Kate Goldman Gholston
Kim Campbell
July 2, 2008
Dottie & I give thanks to God for Dr. Marks' legacy of faith, family & friendship, as well as his life of dedicated service in medicine. We express our deepest condolences to his entire family, especially to our friends Chuck & Becca Kutz-Marks.
Linda Mac Donald
July 2, 2008
I wish to express my sympathy to the family of this fine surgeon. I had the pleasure of working with him many years at Ocala Regional Medical Center.
My prayers to you Linda Mac Donald
Leon & Mary Toups
July 2, 2008
We morn the passing of Dr. Marks and offer our condolence to Kay and the family. Even though Charlie had achieved honors and reached so many goals in his life, he remained warm and friendly to all he met. We will surely miss him.
Mary Lynn & Charles Clinger
July 2, 2008
Although we did not know Dr. Marks, he truly was a person who willingly served others. His son, Chuck, follows along serving others with the same care. God Bless the family.
Belinda Sands
July 2, 2008
Dr. Marks was a great physician. He set a very high standard that few are able to achieve. Dr. Marks treated my family for many decades. May your many memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Randy Smith
July 2, 2008
The Marks family:
Karen and I are thinking about you and praying for you during this time.
May God comfort you...
Randy and Karen
Sheri Long Henderson
July 2, 2008
Becky and family,
May your memories sustain you in the days, weeks, months and years to come. I know how difficult it is when you lose your father, but I also know that with time, sadness turns to fond memories that you will always treasure in your heart. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Paul Ferguson
July 2, 2008
God placed a wonderful servant, husband, father, surgeon and friend in our midst, and Ocala shall forever be better for his work, his love, his friendships, and commitment. Dr. Marks was always there when needed. Old Ocala will understand when I say Dr. Marks was always there We did not have 400 doctors in 1958, and in my job as a newspaperman I was frequently at Munroe Memorial Hpospital. Dr. Marks was ALWAYS there because there was always a need and he was the best, absolutely the best. The only regret Eileen and I ever had was he refused to deliver babies, but he was there for my mother in law, Theresa Bronner, for my wife when her surgery was required, for me more times than I can count as a dear friend and counselor. I will never forget Charlie greeting me at Wolfy's one Saturday monring 12 years ago in June, and with tears streaming down his cheeks, he told me of a phone call he received from my son the morning our granddaughter Christina Eileen was born. Paul William wanted Dr. Marks to share his joy, and he was so touched that his patients loved him so much. God literally threw away the mold when he created Charlie Marks. Thanks to Kay and the family for sharing such a loving and caring man with the rest of us. I know that God will give you peace in the celebration of the life of Dr. Charles H. Marks.
Colleen Alsobrook
July 2, 2008
We are certainly thinking of you all.
Jim & Sheila Atchison
July 2, 2008
Jim and I pray that God's healing comfort will sustain each of you during this time of sorrow. Charlie was dearly loved by many and will be missed by all.
Laura & Reggie Beasley
July 2, 2008
Dear Marks Family,
May we offer our most sincere condolenses over the loss of your father. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Dombrowski
July 2, 2008
Libby I am sorry to hear of your father's passing he was a great man .My prayers are with you and your family
An old friend from long ago
Donna (Lloyd) Dombrowski
Carol Lindsey, R.N.
July 2, 2008
I had the pleasure of working as a R.N. first assist with Dr's E.Strickland (deceased)and Dr.E.Updike, which entitled me to sometimes be included in Dr Mark's surgery cases. He was a very caring surgeon. He loved to teach the student nurses how to do things properly. He saved many lives and gave alot of people a longer more fruitful life due to his surgical expertise.
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