Mark J. Brackenbury

July 17, 1964 – March 13, 2022

Survived by his wife Amy Viola-Brackenbury, Son Mark Jr. and wife Patricia, Son Evan, Son Craig and Grandson Jackson. Survived by his Mother Amelia (nee Weinschreider) and predeceased by his Father Milton. Survived by siblings Scott and wife Jennifer, Teresa Angelakos and husband Peter, Jeanette Kammlott and husband Robert, Andrew and wife Debbie and Catherine Brackenbury. He is also survived by many nieces / nephews, cousins and extended family. Mark is also survived by his four fur babies Bella, Tripp, Carolina and George.

Mark was a volunteer Fire Fighter, starting at the Old Tappan Fire Department at the age of 16 alongside his Father. He had continued volunteering at Emerson Fire Department which he is was still an active member. Served as Chief the years of 2016 and 2017. Mark loved serving his community. His favorite time of year at the Fire Department was the holiday season. He and his wife met at the Fire Department at the Holiday season which will always hold a special place in both their hearts. The bond that has been formed with these men/women will be carried on and will never be forgotten. Brother and Sisters in blue thank you.

Mark was an accomplished Director of IT. He graduated from Stevens Institute of technology and also maintained a Master’s Degree from Steven’s. Mark worked for Pfizer for 14 years and was presently working for PDI / Nice-Pak in Woodcliff Lake, NJ.

Mark loved the water and the beach. He and his wife made their dreams come true and currently reside down the shore on the water. Mark was happiest when he was there. He loved to BBQ on the deck, boating / jet skiing, dining out, watching football on Sundays and spending time at home with his family. Mark was a happy, fun, loving guy. He lived a short life but a full one. He will be dearly missed by many.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at Assumption Church 29 Jefferson Ave, Emerson, NJ. Visiting Hours are Friday, March 18, 2022 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Becker Funeral Home 219 Kinderkamack Rd. Westwood, NJ (201) 664-0292.

In lieu of Flowers, donations can be made in Mark’s memory to the following:

Emerson Fire Department 146 Thomas Ave. Emerson, NJ 07630 (201-261-2242) or Rescue Dogs Rock ( www.rescuedogsrock.org )