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Cecil Marcus Obituary

Marcus, Cecil "Cy" Age 76, of Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of Chicago, passed away on June 28, 2011. Beloved husband of Brenda and former husband of Arlene (Kopulsky). Father of Gerry (Cori) and the late Steven. Grandfather of Lindsey and Lauren. Preceded in death by his parents Irving Marcus, Cecilia (Kroll) and step mother Estelle Marcus Horwich. Fond brother of Seymour Marcus (Ruthie), Ann Sandra "Sandi" Marcus Juhlin (Wayne) and Maxine Marcus. Uncle of 3 surviving nephews and one niece. Friend to many. Funeral arrangements by Wyman Crematorium Chapel 115 S. Country Club Drive Mesa, Arizona 480-668-2898. Donations may be made to The American Heart Association or charity of your choice.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 1, 2011.

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Robert Lowrey

December 15, 2022

One of Cy's favorite rhymes:
Had a little dog, his name was Tax. Opened the door and Income Tax.
Had a little bird, his name was Enza. Opened the door and Influenza
Worked with Cy at Foremost Industrial back in June of 1992 for several years. What a Great Salesman and more importantly, what a Character. Always make you laugh. RIP Cy.

American Heart Association

July 2, 2011

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

July 1, 2011

MY DEAR BROTHER CY, THANKS FOR ALL THE LAUGHTER, FOR ALWAYS MAKING SURE I ATE DINNER FROM YOUR FORK, FOR LOOKING SO GOOD IN YOUR NAVY UNIFORM, FOR MAKING ME SO COMFORTABLE WHEN I MOVED TO L.A., FOR HELPING MY FRIENDS BUY CARS, AND ALL THE TIMES AT SO MANY DIFFERENT POOLS. MY NECK IS OK, SO REST IN PEACE! LOVE YOU, MAXINE

July 1, 2011

THANKS CY FOR ALL WE DID TOGETHER THRU OUR LIVES.....FOR FEEDING ME AS A CHILD, FOR LOOKING SO SPECIAL IN YOUR NAVY UNIFORM, FOR GIVING ME A PLACE TO LIVE WHEN I MOVED OUT WEST, FOR GETTING DEALS ON CARS FOR MY FRIENDS, AND FOR ALWAYS MAKING ME LAUGH. NOW YOU DO NOT HAVE TO WORRY ANYMORE, MY NECK IS FINE! LOVE YOU! MAXINE

John Finkler

July 1, 2011

Maxine & Sandi
Gary and I are sorry about the loss of your brother.

John Finkler

July 1, 2011

Maxine:
Gary & I are sorry about the loss of your brother.

Donald Yosef Marcus

July 1, 2011

To my Uncle Cy who lived & loved life to the fullest that he knew how . I will never forget that U were there for me & they were the most important times in my life and its my only regret is that I didn't have a chance to get to know U better in life.

Donald Yosef Marcus

July 1, 2011

To a wonderful Uncle who knew the meaning of life differently then most people could accept or understand. I will never forget that U were always there in the most important events in my life & I will always miss knowing you & sharing our lives together more since U have departed from us . Love you always your nephew
Donald Yosef Marcus ha levi

July 1, 2011

To my brother, thanks for the laughs. There were few I met in my life who had such an outrageous sence of humor. Fearless in your attempt to get smiles and attention. You brought laughter to our family as well as almost all who met you.


Rest in peace. Affectionatly, Sandi..and, "I am off stage now"..........

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