Mark A Plath, age 58, passed away Wednesday June10, 2015 in Orange Park, FL. Mark was born November 6, 1956 in San Diego, California to Charles and Billie (McDaniel) Plath. He was a veteran of the United States Army and a member of The Spring Church. Mark enjoyed playing soccer as a child and continued to play and stay active into his adult life. Mark was preceded in death by his wife Celia Plath, in 2014, his mother Billie Plath, and a sister Linda Grace Mason. Mark leaves to cherish his memories his father Bud Plath (Angela); brothers Matt Plath and Gary Plath; step daughter Kaye Mantanona; and one step grandson. Family will receive friends and family. 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Tuesday June 16, 2015 at Hardage-Giddens Town & Country Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A graveside service will be held 2:30 pm Wednesday , June17, 2015 at Jacksonville National Cemetery, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218. In lieu of flowers family request memorial contributions to be made in Mark’s honor to the Disabled Americans Veterans, 470 Madeira Drive, Orange Park, FL 32073.