Personal Life
In 1878, he married Anna Lee Gunn, a teacher and sister of Douglas Gunn. They had five children. Gunn's uncle was the editor of San Diego Union, Douglas Gunn.
Marston died at age 95 at his home in San Diego. He is interred in Mount Hope Cemetery. For the eulogy at his funeral, James A. Blaisdell spoke of Marston's impact on Balboa Park, "Just around the corner lies the central Balboa Park of the city — walks that he laid out — flowers that he planted — trees that he loved — vistas that he foresaw — beautiful buildings that he envisioned. ... This paradise was not here when George Marston came . In this park he speaks to thousands whose lives have been made happier through him."
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