Aaron Marks

Aaron Marks, age 51, passed away unexpectedly on January 4, 2026. “Aaron is a great guy”—that’s what everyone says. And it’s true. If you met him, you liked him. If you knew him, you loved him. Aaron was goofy in the best way. He brought out the silliest version of you and filled rooms with laughter. But he was also the person you called when life felt heavy—the one you could cry with, vent to, or talk to for hours. He listened, truly listened, and made you feel heard and understood. Aaron didn’t just belong to one friend group; he brought people together. He was friends with everyone. He smiled with his eyes and loved with his whole heart. He was kind, forgiving, a hopeless romantic, and he loved his family and friends fiercely. Always on the go, Aaron loved working on his house and land, hunting, hiking in the mountains, and breathing in the open air. He loved the freedom of the road and riding his Harley. He was always up for an adventure and never hesitated to lend a helping hand. Aaron will be deeply missed by all who knew him. His memory will live on—in the land he loved, the laughter he shared, and the hearts of those who were lucky enough to call him theirs. Aaron is survived by his fiancée and soulmate, Melissa, and their beloved fur baby, Gracie. His parents, Neal and Debbie Marks, and Pat and Gordy Briski. His sister, Nikki (Steve), and brothers Eric (Julia) and Jesse (Jessica); and his bonus siblings, Tia (Tony) and Travis (Donna). He is also survived by his children, Austin (Mary Catherine) and Kristin (Michael Tanner); and his children by choice, Austin (Kenzie), Ashley (Kevin), Daysia, Brooklynn, Kobe (Amya), and Bianca (Heber). His grandchildren—Bennett, Weston, Rhylee, Kayden, June “Frankie,” Michael Cooper, Sonny Lee, Beau, Luke, Layla, Ella, True, and Kodi—were a great joy in his life. Along with many other relatives and countless friends, Aaron leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and connection that will never be forgotten. Funeral services and visitation will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026—his birthday—at Wiecki-Skipchak Funeral Home in Berlin. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 12:00 p.m. officiated by Pastor Rob Schrader. A Celebration of Life will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Mastricola’s on Broadway. Aaron will be deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. For more information and to view a tribute video dedicated to Aaron, please refer to wieckiskipchakfuneralhome.com

Aaron Marks

January 17, 1974 - January 4, 2026