"Uncle Dow" Marquiess left this life on September 2, 2024. He was born on June 24th, 1929 to Duncan and Loyeszelle Marquiess in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dow was the oldest of six children, and at the age of 14, dropped out of school and went to work to help support his family. He was only 16 when he joined the US Navy, serving 5 years, 9 months, and 18 days of active duty, with assignments that included service on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt, a Midway-class Aircraft Carrier. His active service was followed by two terms in the Navy Reserve. His awards included the National Defense Service Medal. He always proudly flew the American flag in front of his home following his service career.

His civilian career included electrical and mechanical endevours, but it was his job with a vending machine company that started his avid interest in coin collecting, and his coin collection was beyond extraordinary! He worked at Midwestern Motors for over 30 years, and participated in building and racing cars in the 1970's and 80's.

Margret "Marge" and Uncle Dow were married in Broken Arrow, OK on September 4th, 1955. She preceded him in death. Uncle Dow was also preceded in death by: his parents; his brother, John Marquiess; and sisters, Mary Francis Cash and Jo Ann Fuston.

He is survived by: his brother, "Dub" Marquiess of Ponca City, OK; sister, Nancy Youngblood of Porter, OK; sister, Dowanna Carr of Coweta, OK; and a host of precious nieces and nephews, including his caretaker, Debra Crandall; and God Daughter, Sherrie Moore and God Grandson, John Michael Moore; as well as friends beyond number!

Visitation 5-7PM, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at Moore Southlawn, 9350E. 51st, Tulsa, OK. Funeral Service will be 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Moore Southlawn Chapel. Moore Southlawn 918-663-2233