Born in Marietta, GA and moved to Palmdale in 1969. Attended Sage School and Palmdale High School where he was active in the marching band and sports, graduating in 1976. Attended the US Naval Academy where he graduated in the Class of 1980 and served in the US Navy for 4 years.
Mark was an avid cyclist and animal lover, and while he lived a very quiet life, he had a big heart and a quiet sense of humor, and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Mark is survived by his mother, Helen, his brothers Brent and Scott, his sister Dedrie, and their families. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph.
Services to be held at Joshua Memorial Park at 808 E. Lancaster Blvd. Lancaster CA on Tuesday Sep 17 at 11:30am. In lieu of flowers please make a donation in his name to your local animal shelter, that would make him very happy.