March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018
David and I have fond memories of Carl at our bible study and especially our annual dinner out at carols garden. He always had great stories about fishing—especially one about creating a fly from his dog’s hair.
Carl Mathew Marx Sr., (73), of Wheaton passed away peacefully on March 25, 2017 in Wheaton, IL.
Carl was born in Chicago, IL to Nicholas A. Marx and Eva M. (Schwarz) Marx on March 27, 1943. He married Shirley Ann (Sugg) Marx on January 31, 1970 in Orland Park, Illinois. He worked in Insurance for CNA insurance for many years. He was a veteran who served in the Navy and was stationed in Illinois;, Maryland; Paris, France; and Stuttgart, Germany. While in Europe, he dedicated much of his freetime helping out with the local orphanage. He was very involved in Boy Scouts of America as Packmaster, Church Youth Group leadership, Blinded Veterans Association, Disabled American Veterans, and participated as a Disabled Veteran in Golf and Paralympics.
Carl is preceded in death by his parents and brother Nicholas.
Carl is survived by his wife of 47 years Shirley, daughter Renee and husband Todd, son Carl Jr. and wife Sara, his daughter Michelle, brother Dr. Robert E. Marx and wife Virginia, and grandchildren: Jacob, Rebekah, Abby, Caleb, Ryan, Kayla and Max.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Carl’s name to the National MS Foundation in support of his daughter Michelle’s continued battle with MS through his son-in-law’s Bike MS website of: bit.ly/CarlSrMemorial
Carl’s family wishes to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to Hines V.A. Hospital for all their excellent care.
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March 25, 2018
March 25, 2018
My memory is of a family that would not let Carl give up. They would encourage him to keep going up till God was calling him home. Loved ones are always missed we know they are in the arms of Jesus.
March 30, 2017
March 30, 2017
Shirley and family. So sorry for your loss. A LWHS classmate.
March 30, 2017
March 30, 2017
It's hard to put in words what Carl and Shirley have meant to me. In 1970 they stood up at my Wedding; Carl was named God Father to my son , Sean, born in 1972. Thru the years, we drifted apart, however, they were always in my thoughts and several years ago, we were able to reconnect, in their visit to my home in Hawaii. My son, as an adult, was so proud to have met his God Father, whom I had told him about thru the years. It's so very hard to believe my friend is gone, and that we will not see each other again. Good By Carl, you will be sorely missed... A Hui Hou, my friend.
March 29, 2017
March 29, 2017
Carl, Michelle, Renee and Shirley,
We are thinking so much of you all in this time of deep loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and with our sweet Uncle Carl.
We love you. And we were very happy to leave a donation for Bike MS in his name.
We are thinking so much of you all in this time of deep loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and with our sweet Uncle Carl.
We love you. And we were very happy to leave a donation for Bike MS in his name.
March 29, 2017
March 29, 2017
You are loved dear friend. Your care for him through these many years have been wonderful. Our prayers are with you and your family. Your forever friends, Rich and Betty Stucky
March 29, 2017
March 29, 2017
Ren'ee and family- I'm so sorry for your loss. Lots of love to you and your family.
March 28, 2017
March 28, 2017
Renee, Michelle, Carl...
I'm so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family. Know that he lives in your hearts and through your memories forever. My deepest condolences at this time! <3
I'm so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family. Know that he lives in your hearts and through your memories forever. My deepest condolences at this time! <3
March 27, 2017
March 27, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at a difficult time. Carl
fought the fight up to the end, and through many years. He's now at peace with our loving God with no more pain. Our love to Shirley and the kids as they go forward and find their ways without him.
Blessings to each, Don and Carolyn Price
Psalms 116:15
fought the fight up to the end, and through many years. He's now at peace with our loving God with no more pain. Our love to Shirley and the kids as they go forward and find their ways without him.
Blessings to each, Don and Carolyn Price
Psalms 116:15
March 27, 2017
March 27, 2017
Carl and Shirley were long term members of our home group. Our prayers go out to this wonderful family,
Bobbie and Dave Maas
Bobbie and Dave Maas
March 27, 2017
March 27, 2017
Michelle, So very sorry of your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and hugs are with you and your family at this difficult time
March 27, 2017
March 27, 2017
Love to all the family, just want you to know that you all(especially Shirley) worked hard to keep Carl active and engaged in life. May you all feel peace never ending as you continue to walk through life as Carl did. Praying for you all.
March 26, 2017
March 26, 2017
Renee, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are prayers are with you. He looked like a wonderful person and I know you'll treasure all the wonderful times you shared together. Lots of love to you and your family.
March 26, 2017
March 26, 2017
So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Praying for all of you.
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March 26, 2018
March 26, 2018
David and I have fond memories of Carl at our bible study and especially our annual dinner out at carols garden. He always had great stories about fishing—especially one about creating a fly from his dog’s hair.
March 25, 2018
March 25, 2018
My memory is of a family that would not let Carl give up. They would encourage him to keep going up till God was calling him home. Loved ones are always missed we know they are in the arms of Jesus.
March 30, 2017
March 30, 2017
Shirley and family. So sorry for your loss. A LWHS classmate.
Gallery
Papa w/baby Abby '99
Robert Jr. and Lisa Marx's Wedding. Brothers Nick, Carl, and Bob (Robert). Courtesy of Debbie Marx
Thanksgiving 1999. Shirley holding Abby and Caleb. Carl holding Rebekah and Jacob.
Daddy on my Wedding Day. June 10, 1995
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Papa with his first grandchild Jacob. 1/22/98
Papa with Abby. 9/24/99
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