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Mark Driscoll Obituary
AGE: 30 • Eatontown
Mark Michael Driscoll, 30 of Eatontown and a lifelong resident of Avon by the Sea passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Mark was born in Neptune, raised in Avon by the Sea, NJ, where he attended Avon Elementary School. He then attended Red Bank Catholic High School where he played football as an Offensive and Defensive Lineman. He was a volunteer for the Avon by the Sea Fire Department, and also a member of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh, Belmar. Mark was an officer of the Port Authority Police Department, for 8 years where he served proudly and honorably. He was a member of the 111th Class currently serving at Newark Liberty Airport.
He is survived by his parents, John and Arlene (nee Cash) Driscoll , his brothers Colin and Sean Driscoll, his love Loujain Charif, his uncles William and wife Sydelle of Northfield, NJ, Robert Driscoll of Neptune City, John Cash and wife Kathy of Holmdel, and his aunt Stephanie Pandolfo and her husband Steven of Point Pleasant Beach, NJ. He will be sorely missed by all, especially by his pups Mickey and Rocky.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, February 27, 2016 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm at the O'Brien Funeral Home, 2028 Hwy 35 at New Bedford Rd., Wall. Private committal will be at the convenience of Mark's family.
In lieu of flowers, Mark's family specifically requests donations to the Avon by the Sea Fire Department, P.O. Box 202, Avon by the Sea, NJ 07717. Envelopes will be provided at the Funeral Home on Saturday.
For directions, further information or to offer online condolences to the family please visit www.obrien funeralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Driscoll
Annette and Tom De Luca
February 27, 2016
No words can ever ease the pain for so many who loved you. Praying for all who grieve.
Jerry Rippon
February 27, 2016
May God keep you close in his care during this difficult time and always. Please accept my sincere condolences and prayers.
February 27, 2016
THERE ARE NO WORDS TOSAY HOW sorry I AM FOR YOUR LOSS. May you find peace in knowing how much MARK was loved by those who knew him! Joanne Cowan
February 26, 2016
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your beautiful son. We pray God will give you the strength to understand. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you always. With heavy hearts and love, your friends Gary and Claire
Paul, Dawn, Kayden, and Chase-James Gordon
February 26, 2016
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. We are thinking of you all, and praying for you.
Jimmy & Linda Lynch
February 26, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to the Driscoll family on the loss of their son, brother, nephew, friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you...
February 26, 2016
May God bless the family with comfort and peace.
Denyse & Glenn Larsen
February 26, 2016
Our deepest condolences to Marks family. Praying for the peace of God and comfort of the Holy Spirit be upon you all. There are no words... Praying for you all.
February 26, 2016
Great guy. I loved to work with Mark. He'll definitely be missed by all.
Kathleen Nugent
February 26, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. May he Rest In Peace. Sending prayers and love to Your family.
Jean, Jimmy, Jenny Gordon
February 25, 2016
Such a wonderful person! Rest in peace!
Our prayers go out to your parents, brothers and family.
Loren and Barbara Pigman
February 25, 2016
Our Sincerest Condolences to the Driscoll family on the loss of Mark. We can't conceive what you are going through. Mark would always say hello to everyone with a smile. He will be missed by all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during these dark times.
Loren, Barbara, Jamie, Joshua and Jacob Pigman
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