Dale Lee Marks Sr. aged 71 of Grand Rapids, passed away after long courageous battle with cancer on Monday, October 24, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Edna Marks, sister Jackie Hamacher and brother James Marks. Dale will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 48 years Bonnie, children; Dawn Marks, Dale Jr (Mary) Marks, Laura Russell, Thomas Marks, grandchildren; Rachael Marsman, Nicole Russell, Jessica Russell, Lauren Bush, sister Marilyn McKeller and many nieces, nephews and friends. Dale was a US Army Veteran and spent his professional career of over 30 years at Keeler Brass. Most of all Dale enjoyed spending time and being with his family. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, October 28, 2011 at the Reyers North Valley Chapel 2815 Fuller Ave NE. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at the funeral home. For those who wish memorials can be made to Faith Hospice or Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.