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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Kissel
Boo
September 8, 2025
2025 still missing you so very much! Boo
August 7, 2018
Almost 10 years and I still miss you so! Boo
Beckie Wyatt
October 7, 2009
Wow Mark..its been over a year and I still fell like I just talked to you yesterday. Still think of you everyday, you in all of your simpleness and lighthearted humor. I know I speak for many when I say we do miss you so.
September 21, 2009
i miss you so boo
September 21, 2009
i miss you so boo
Beth Coleman
September 8, 2009
It's really difficult to believe it's been a year. I think about Mark a lot and I miss him.
Mary
September 7, 2009
One year ago today I lost my soulmate. I miss you baby, and I love you.
Barbara
January 26, 2009
Recently I dreamed of Mark - once actually of Mark in a hospital, and a week later, I dreamed of Mary telling me that he had passed two months ago. After a search, I found this guest book. Heaven will be a better place with Mark in it, but the world will suffer his loss. Just a wonderful, heartful man that I will never forget ~ his friendship over the many years, how he kicked my butt at golf lessons, how he slyly introduced me to Eckankar, how he sold me a wonderful insurance policy, and how he IM'd me to tell me he was dying. I will never forget any of it. To both Marys .. I mourn your loss dearly. To Mark's girls, so sorry that your Dad left so soon, and to Mark's family and dear friends, I'm feeling it with you. You are all in my prayers.
Roni Hartman
December 15, 2008
I miss Mark. I can't say anything more true about it. I hope someday to see and talk with him again.
A special friend
October 7, 2008
Mark was a fine, fine man. Always made me smile. Rest in peace, my friend.
Mary
September 17, 2008
I would like to thank everyone for their kind words and thoughts. I have gone through a lot in the last week and a half but what keeps me going is the knowledge that Mark loved me with all his heart, no matter what. He made sure I knew that the night before he passed and I am grateful for that. I miss him and will always miss him.
Bobbie Emmons Lyons
September 14, 2008
Mark was a very special person. He helped me, as he did others, through an uncertain time in my life and helped me make sense of things that were senseless. His vibrant laugh and sparkling laughing eyes could fix about anything. His bear hugs were the best. In my life's adventure, Mark made a difference as I am sure he did for others as well. He is a good soul and will be missed. My utmost condolences for Mary and the kids.
Debbie Fox
September 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Matthew Barrett
September 10, 2008
I will truely miss Mark, not only as a golfing buddy but also as a trusted friend. I will miss his smile,his impersonations, and his laughter. He was the easiest person to talk to that i have ever met.
Michele
September 10, 2008
Mark and Mary are the truest friends anyone can have. You were there for me through all my trials and tribulations and Gene's "brother" will be missed by me and all that knew and loved him. The three best men I ever knew are at peace now, caring for one another and watching over those of us that love them.
Melissa Puckett
September 9, 2008
My heart goes out to his family. I didn't know mark Very well, but he was always so nice and polite when we did talk. He will Be missed Very Much. God Bless All.
bob bolek
September 9, 2008
mary , you are in my prayers and my thoughts ..we have lost a great friend ...i will miss mark and i talking about him driving my 18 wheeler...we will miss him ....if there is anything i can do please ask ..we love you and the trucking industry mourns with you and the family
Donna Merkle
September 9, 2008
Mary, in Mark I saw all that he has left to you. Your sense of family, your sense of humor, your care in giving back to the community, and your sense of selflessness.
I wish for Mark that his journey now be of peace and love. For you Mary, I wish you strength and healing. From my family and I, we all wish you our heart felt condolences.
Beckie Wyatt
September 9, 2008
My heart goes out to Mark and Marys family.
Mark was one of those people who was put on Earth to touch peoples hearts and minds. He certainly did that. He once asked me if I thought people would remember him after he was gone. I told him more people would miss and remember him than he knew. I think he knows now. May he be blessed in his passage to the ever-after, and be well in his journey.
Love and Miss you Mark
Beckie
(kisses)
Cheryl Cugle
September 9, 2008
Fly high and free on your angel wings dear friend. Although earthly healing was not meant to be, God won this battle over your illness and made you whole again. We will be "Standing on the Promises of God" that we will meet again; and oh what a party we shall have! Until then, you and Charlie can start the Marylandersover35inHeaven room for us. Mary, our hearts ache for you and Mark's family. Keeping you all in our prayers, Love, Cheryl, Luv2LnDanc and TJ Deputydawgggg
Leslie Dunstan
September 9, 2008
Mark was a great man and a true friend for many years, he will be greatly missed. Mary, your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
james radics
September 9, 2008
I will always remember you not as my dad that you didnt have to be but as friend you were to me some of the best times i ever had with you was on the golf course. When lauren grows up i will be sure to let her know how great of a grandfather you would have been to her and let her know that every time you see her it would bring a smile to your face. I will miss you but you will be in my heart forever i love you dad
Vicki (Tiggs) Robinson
September 9, 2008
Mary,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Mark was truly a great man. He will be missed by many. I will remember all the good times we had playing softball. Mark is in a better place now and is not suffering. My deepest sympathy to you and your families.
Lois West
September 9, 2008
Mark -
You came into our lives and touched our spirits. When you left, you took a piece of our hearts. Be at peace.
Mary -
You are in my prayers.
Fondly.
Lois (Bru)
An Old Friend
September 9, 2008
Rest In Peace Angel Eyes.I will miss you forever but now I have a guardian angel
Stoneman
September 9, 2008
My condolances to you and your family Mary. Mark will surely be missed as evidenced here already. Another one of the good ones leaves us, with a void to fill that most can't come close too.
Bob Crothers
September 8, 2008
Prayers and comforting wishes to you and the family.
Another good man gone home.
Juanita Cole
September 8, 2008
My Dearest Mary,
Mark was one of a kind. His love for you one could always see and feel. Just know that he is not suffering any more. God must have really needed him to take him so soon. His smile his laughter and humor will be miss.My love to all his family.
Love ,
Juanita
Kim Schonfeld
September 8, 2008
Dear Mary and family,
You are all in my prayers. We all have a little piece of Mark to keep in our hearts. He truely had a way of touching everyone he came in contact with. He will never be very far away.
Anne Terry
September 8, 2008
Mary - I've only met you once, but heard soooo much about you from Mark. I met Mark at Ames & then later at Marshalls. He & I worked together and I have many fond memories of him & his zest for life. Mark had this quick wit and a contagious laugh that could fill a room. He found the humor in just about anything. Mark brightened many lives and his absence will be greatly felt by all those who loved him. Mark & I could go periods without seeing each other, but always pick up where we left off, just as if no time has passed. Our friendship was unconditional. Mark will be forever missed!!!!!!
Mary, I am sorry for your loss.
I hope you find comfort through family, friendships and the love you both shared. Wherever you are, he will always be in your heart.
Thank you for calling -
Anne
ANGIE--BLAZEE2 HAMM
September 8, 2008
Mary,
It's sad news to learn of Mark's struggle and passing. I hope you will find comfort and peace in God's love for you and your family. Mark was such an open and giving man. He was there for anybody that needed a friend. All the hours spent with the Maryland group, to having a conversation with him about anything. Keep your faith, and the Lord will carry you in the days ahead.
Diane & Jim
September 8, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. Mark was a dear friend and will truly be missed by us.
beth coleman
September 8, 2008
Mark was such a good friend and just a good man all around. He brightened up any room and gave advice, comfort and friendship to so many. He will be deeply missed. Mary, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of Mark's family.
Simply A Friend
September 8, 2008
Mark - you can fly now, you no longer need to re-certify for your pilot's license. God has given you a much better pair of wings. When I feel a breeze across the back of my neck - I will know it is you.
My prayers go out to the ones you loved so deeply.
Susan Neall
September 8, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Mary and family. Mark was so full of life and fun. Rafting down a river, or coaching our softball team. His wit and intelligence will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
John, Lisa & Izabelle Morahan
September 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
sammantha neuer
September 8, 2008
My condolences to Mark's family and friends at his peaceful passing. May the many memories you have of Mark's journey through life sustain you in this most difficult time.
Patti Murphy
September 8, 2008
Markypoo, you left us wayyyy too soon hon. I'm really going to miss you. Keep Bubba out of trouble for me!! Mary, know that my love, thoughts & prayers are with you always.
Gail Goldberg-Schwartz
September 8, 2008
My heart and prayers go out to all that knew Mark.
Mark was a very unique person he always tried to enjoy life.I dated Mark back in 1978, .
I remember taking him to the airport to take flying lessons, because he had worked all night or, stopping over to see him and Mark Litfin at their apartment, I have many nice memories, that have been tucked inside for years of Mark.
All my prayers and wishes to the family. Mark will be surely missed
Nancy McKenna
September 8, 2008
Mary I am sorry to hear about Mark, his battle with cancer was a short one. I have many fond and funny memories of Mark, he will be greatly missed.
Sandie Connery
September 8, 2008
Mary and Family
I am so very sorry for your loss. There are no words that can possibly comfort you thru the next dark minutes, hours, weeks, days, months.
Just know that Mark was very special and very loved and will be very missed by so many.
I will miss him so very much. He was such a good friend with such a good heart.
God be with you and help you all to get thru ..I pray you find peace and comfort.
Sincerely and with Deep Sympathy
Sandie Connery ( Sunnie )
Rose houghton
September 8, 2008
Mary
Although I only met Mark once, talking to him always helped me. He was a great man and you are lucky you had him in you life. He will be missed by so many.
Mark,
When you look down and read this, thank you for all you advice on things. I will miss talking to you. You will always be my Billy Joel. and whenever I see his pic, I will think of you and smile. May Gods Peace and Love surround you.
Rose
Ronda Haas
September 8, 2008
One of the greatest friends anyone could have been blessed with in life and will be missed greatly by all!
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