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Michael S. Marques
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To have known Mike is to have known what it means to have been loved. He was the proudest father, grandfather, uncle, and friend. He loved life, camping, grilling, hunting, camo, and being the biggest, while not the tallest, kid in the room. His life was about showing love however someone needed it to be seen.
His house was always open. If it was the weekend, you knew to just show up for food, friends, and fun.
He was the best and will be missed but never forgotten.
Surviving are his:
Wife:
Rachel Cross of Trenton, IL
Parents:
Glenn and Audrey, nee Schweitzer, Marques of Belleville, IL
Daughters:
Autumn Kushmul
Summer Kushmul
Elena Marques
Son:
Michael Jr. "MJ" Marques
Grandson:
Dravin Jr. "DJ"
2 future grandchildren:
Gracie and yet-to-be-named
Sister:
Elizabeth (Brian) Seitz of Byrnes Mill, MO
Nephews:
Lincoln Seitz
Alex (Courtney) Purcell
Great nephew and niece
Colton and Hannah
Mother-in-law:
Tammy Boswell
too many other family and friends who all became family to be named
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Gateway Pet Guardians
Visitation: Visitation from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Services: Funeral Service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Brian Boswell officiating.
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Wes Routh Family
July 27, 2025
We are sorry for the families loss.
Recently met Mike at getting a fence quote. Very nice. We will pray for uour families. Cherish the memories. So young.
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Susie and Dale Derr
July 24, 2025
So sadden to hear of Michael´s passing. We were there in Spain when he was born.
Cindy Deese
July 23, 2025
Mike and Rachel were my Mom´s neighbor (Phyllis) and were so kind to her! Blessings and prayers of peace to his family--Mike was an amazing and kind man!
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