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Mark Tovissi Obituary

Mark R. Tovissi
Age 50, of Magnolia, passed away suddenly Saturday afternoon. He was born in Canton, a son of Joan (Coates) Tovissi, of Magnolia and the late Joseph Tovissi, and was a life resident of Magnolia. Mark was a 1981 graduate of Sandy Valley High School and was employed by Beaver Excavating as a carpenter/foreman. Mark was a member of Carpenter's Local #285. He loved to hunt and work in his garden, but mostly he enjoyed being with his family and friends.
Surviving besides his mother, is his wife, Andrea K. (Diana) Tovissi; one daughter, Lauryn Tovissi and her fiance, Mitch Neisel, of Canton; two sons, Michael Tovissi, of Canton, and Anthony Tovissi, of Magnolia; a grandson, Luke Neisel; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Rev. Jake and Susan Tovissi, of North Canton, and Scott and Joanne Tovissi, of Pittsburgh, Pa.; his mother-in-law, Elizabeth Diana, and his brother-in-law and wife, Michael and Sherry Diana, all of Massillon; also several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. in the Finefrock-Gordon Funeral Home in Magnolia with his brothers, Rev. Jake Tovissi and Scott Tovissi officiating. Interment in Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call Friday 4-7 p.m. and Saturday 10-11 a.m. before the service. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Mark's memory may be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 2225 Citygate Dr., Suite E., Columbus, OH 43219 or www.lls.org. Condolences may be sent to
www.gordonfuneralhomes.com
Gordon, 330-866-9425

Published by The Repository from May 6 to May 8, 2013.
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anthony, we are so sorry for your loss of dad son.love mom bobby ryan

June 2, 2013

You have are deepest sympathy and are in are hearts and prayers.

Buster Longo

May 19, 2013

Joan and family..our deepest sympathy is with you on the loss of your son Mark. We are saddened to learn of this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

ROBERT ARCHIBALD

May 17, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss...My son works at Timkens and I can tell you this affected all of the men there..We really are so sorry , what a horrible tragic thing to go through..May God be a comfort to you and your family and bring peace to your broken heart..

Joe Zugcic , jr

May 16, 2013

Lauryn & Michael,
My heart breaks for you both and although I'm far away, I'm always here for you. If you need a getaway, remember your rooms are always here and waiting for you.
Big hugs,
Uncle Craig

Craig Bankert

May 13, 2013

i am so sorry to the Tovissi family for your loss..you are all in my thoughts and prayers.. god bless you..

doug xides

May 11, 2013

Very sorry to hear of the loss of Mark and the tragic accident that took place. Mark was a friend and classmate of mine at Sandy Valley, he will certainly be missed by all who knew him. Time does help to ease the pain and heal the wound...the scar left behind is a reminder of all the fond memories and good times. May the entire Tovissi family find comfort during this difficult time. Rest in Peace my friend

Stuart Lanzer

May 11, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the Tovissi family.. RIP Mark

May 10, 2013

All of my heart felt condolences All of you are in my prayers
Ed lidderdale

May 10, 2013

We are sorry for your loss and are sending our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Adam and Kristen Barnhart

May 10, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Brian Eichelberger

May 10, 2013

My husband and I are just heart broken for your family, my husband was blessed to have met and worked with Mark on several occasions thru the years. My husband is an ironworker and said that your Mark was a "great man to work with". Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God bless you all and be with you during this difficult time.

Jarrod and Tina Slatzer

May 10, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are going out to the Tovissi family during this time of sorrow. Mark will be missed by so many.

Chuck Devine

May 10, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to all family and friends.

The Schweizer Family

May 10, 2013

My deepest sympathies to all of the Tovissi family. I have many great memories of Mark that will help lessen the pain and sorrow of his tragic passing and I pray for all of you that God grant you peace and comfort during this difficult time and throughout your lives.

Dickie Rose

May 10, 2013

Our deepest sympathy is extended to the entire Tovissi family in the tragic and sudden loss of Mark. I was fortunate to watch all three boys growing up and become role models for their families. Mark will certainly be missed by the people in town but not nearly as much as you will miss him. May God's presence in your lives , bring comfort and strength to all the family as you face each new day.
Carol and Jay Herstine

Jay Herstine

May 10, 2013

Tovissi Family, May the peace of God be with you all during this difficult time.

Tammie Hatalla

May 10, 2013

Dear Michael and the rest of the Tovissi family,
So sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your father. I am hopeful that in time the good memories you have will make you smile when you think of him. Thinking of you during this sad time, Michael.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sharon Moore Burns
Your Avondale School Counselor

May 9, 2013

Lauren and Michael (and Anthony) I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lisa Farrens

May 9, 2013

Tovissi Family,you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. Always remember the good times,it will help you get through it.

John Leichtamer

May 9, 2013

Michael and Lauren our thoughts and prayers are with you. No one should have to say goodbye to their dad at any age. He will always be with you!
Alan and Tammy Owens

May 9, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Mike & Marianne Hofacker

May 8, 2013

Andrea, we are truly saddened by the tragic loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We think about you every day.

Matt and Mandy Sterling

May 8, 2013

Dear Tovissi Family, You have lost a loving husband,daddy,grandpa,brother & son. We grieve for you & with you. Magnolia & the SV Community have many great stories & memories of your Mark.Our heartfelt prayer is that those stories will sustain you & surround you with some comfort.We will miss the beep of his horn, the smile on his face & the wave of his hand EVERY time he passed our corner.You have our deepest sympathy.With much love

Trisha & Paul Dagenhard

May 8, 2013

May God be with the Tovissi family during this sudden loss.
My husband Rich Masalko worked with Mark for many years, in fact he is working on this very same job that this tragic accident happened.
It will be very hard for the guys to go back to the job for all of them, as Mark was liked by everyone.
Our love and prayers go out to the family, as I know how very hard this must be for them, as my husband Rich is having a very difficult time with this.
Mark will be in our hearts forever, and now he is in God's arms.
We will never forget you Mark, WITH LOVE,
Rich and Debbie Masalko

Rich and Debbie Masalko

May 8, 2013

To all of the Tovissi family,
Mark and I went to high school together, although I hadn't seen him in a very long time, we are apart of that Sandy Valley family.
My deepest sympathy to all of you, I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was a good guy and I will always remember him.

Holly Bolin-Woodyard

May 8, 2013

Dear Tovissi Family, Our hearts share in the pain of your loss. Please know that we BELIEVE that God has a place of peace and eternal love waiting for him. May God also bring you comfort through His almighty love.

Jim and Barb Marraccini

May 8, 2013

Andrea, My heart aches for you and the passing of your precious husband. I am holding you and all of Mark's family and extended family in my heart, my thoughts and my daily intentions. Praying for peace and comfort to surround you like a giant hug from your beloved Mark. Thinking of you all. RIP Mark RIP

Debbie Gillis - PTFD

May 8, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

May 8, 2013

All of Stark County has been sadden by the tragic accident that caused us to lose two of our neighbors. Know that both families are being held up in prayer by many folks that are loving strangers. May God's Peace and Love surround you all during your time of sorrow.

May 8, 2013

Andrea & family,
Our thoughts are with all of you through this difficult time. Mark was a great guy & will be missed. Love & prayers to all of you.

Jamie & Lisa Altimore

May 8, 2013

We do not know you or your family, but know you all have been in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for this tradgic loss. God be with you and God bless.

May 8, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this time.

Debbie Tucci-Chaddock

May 8, 2013

Our sincere and heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. You are not alone in your grief.

Nino Arquilla & Family

May 8, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!

R. Marguerite & Donnie Nicholson

May 8, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.

Amanda & Jason Kirkpatrick

May 8, 2013

Deepest Sympathy for the Tovissi Family; I knew Mark from Sandy Valley and especially baseball. So many great memories; he will be missed.

Sparky Ionno

May 8, 2013

My deepest condolences go out to the entire Tovissi family. You are all in my thought and prayers.

Elyse Burwell

May 7, 2013

Tovissi Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May you find comfort and peace with Our Lord. May the memories of Mark take away the tears and bring back a smile on your faces, because he will always be in your hearts. With our deepest sympathy.

Scot and Mary Bowman

May 7, 2013

THIS REALLY THREW ME FOR A LOOP, I CAN'T EVEN IMAGINE WHAT AFFECT THIS HAS DONE TO THE WHOLE FAMILY. I USED TO WATCH MARK N BOBBIES BOYS WHEN ANTHONY WAS JUST A BABY. MARK WAS A GREAT MAN N GREAT WORKER N BY FAR A GREAT N WONDERFUL DAD. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.

JUANITA LEE

May 7, 2013

My deepest sypathy goes out to all the Tovissi family. I didn't know Mark, but being a Sandy Valley graduate, formerly from Waynesburg, I had his father as my teacher. Having lost my 20 year old son in 1986, I know the pain and do understand the long road ahead. But my faith in God has been my support and continues to sustain me, and I know that He will be with all of you.

Pat Wozniak Deles

May 7, 2013

our thoughts and prayers go out to you Andrea to you and your family. The Kay family

May 7, 2013

We would like to offer our sympathies, Mark was always a kind person and a good friend. Our prayers are with you.

Chris and Becky Bagley

Chris and Becky Bagley

May 7, 2013

Andrea,
My husband worked with your husband. A couple of months ago, my husband came home from work and told me he had the funniest conversation with your husband and two other men... He said they were all standing around talking about how amazing their wives were and they were one-upping eachother whenever one man had a story to tell about what made his wife great, another man was quick to come back with a "topper". I remember feeling so happy for all of the wives of those men for being blessed with such caring husbands who, even when we arent around to hear it, still brag on their wives. I have never met you or your husband, but I would guess he loved you very much Andrea. You were truly blessed to have had the time you had with Mark.
My heart aches for you and your family. I cannot begin to fathom the pain you must feel. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Jon & Stephanie Clark - I.U.O.E. 18

May 7, 2013

Prayers! May God Bless the Tovissi Family at this time.

Rachel Prokopchuk

May 7, 2013

Tovissi Family, I was very sad to hear of your loss. Mark was such a good guy, I just remember all those days of us playing whatever sport it was until dark.

Please accept my prayers and thoughts at this time of loss.

Sincerely,

Jeff Spadafora

Jeff Spadafora

May 7, 2013

Mark and I played baseball together from the time we were 7 on through high school and then soft ball in our "softer" days. I posted a picture of out Farm Team when Mark, Dave Faiello and I play together on the same baseball team. The three of us had many of good times together and I keep this picture near to help me remember those wonderful days of our youth. I spent many a night at the Tovissi home as Mark and I were close friends in those glorious days, but, regrettably, lost connection with one another when I moved away. I'm saddened for his family, but believe that Mark would want the "party" to go on... Rest in peace my dear friend and may God watch over those you've left behind.

Doug Rennie

May 7, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Penny Newman

May 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to the family in your time of tragic loss.

Don & Marsha Mowery

May 7, 2013

Andrea, our thoughts are with you, Anthony and the Tovissi family in this time of sorrow.

Renee, Bobby and family

May 7, 2013

Doug Rennie

May 7, 2013

Thinking of family and friends during this difficult time. Bless you all.

Renee Bowers-Porter

May 7, 2013

Our prayers and love to Andi and family. May God's touch be on all of u. Love, Heather, Alexandria, Jordan, Madison, Wyatt and Bryson.

Heather Gimmi

May 7, 2013

We love u Andi and family. Heather, Alexandria, Jordan, Madison, Wyatt and Bryson.

Heather Gimmi

May 7, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family at this time.

Todd and Deanna Conrad

May 6, 2013

Andrea, Anthony, Lauren and Michael,
You have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.. Mark was a great guy and will be very much missed.
Your are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jamie, Austin, and Brock

Jamie Anthony

May 6, 2013

Our hearts go out to you during these difficult times, Mark and his family are in out thoughts and prayers; Leon Ward and Sherri

May 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to all the Tovissi family in this time of loss

Brian Yonley

May 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Tovissi family at this difficult time.

Dave and Tawnya Wagner

May 6, 2013

I met Mark back when i drove concrete truck. We would always joke around with each other.Soon as he would see it was me in the truck he had a wise crack to say and i'd give him one right back. We would laugh. He always would ask me how things were goin. Then he would tell me back it in here driver. Mark touched many people he will truely be missed.Just know he is on God's crew now making heaven bigger and brighter.God Bless You All.

Frank Carpinelli

May 6, 2013

To Mark's family, I am so very sorry that this tragic accident happened. My heart breaks for each of you. I hope that you find comfort in your memories. Stay close to each other.

Julie

May 6, 2013

Andrea and the entire Tovissi family, our love and prayers are with you. We will miss Mark greatly. Please call us for anything.

Garry & Sue Mayle

May 6, 2013

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL THE TOVISSI FAMILY. MARK AND I WENT THROUGK APPRENTICE SCHOOL AND WORK TOGETHER MANY TIMES. I WILL TRULY MISS HIM. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND. RIP MARK

vic sutek

May 6, 2013

May God comfort you during this time. Mark will be missed but not forgotten.

Opal Goe-Harris

May 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Julie McKellar

May 6, 2013

The Tovissi family: thoughts and prayers are with you all. May gods love bring you comfort at this very sad time.

Angie (Kail) Glaser

May 6, 2013

RIP Mark

Kristina Hudy

May 6, 2013

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God's comfort surround you during this time.
The Houze Family

Rob and Kelly Houze

May 6, 2013

The entire community greaves with you and your family in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Bob & Betty Fallot

May 6, 2013

Lauren, Michael, Anthony, Andrea, and Mrs. Tovissi, I am truly at a loss for words on this one. Mark was a great guy. One of the best! He will be missed. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Darren Mayle

May 6, 2013

Thoughts and Prayers are with the entire Tovissi Family.

John Pittman

May 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Tovissi Family during the loss of a Son, Brother, Uncle and Father. No words can describe the loss of a loved one but comfort is all around during this time of sorrow

John Pittman

May 6, 2013

Tovissi Family,
We extend our sympathy to all of Mark's family. Remember all the good times you had together and My God give you comfort during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you!

Steve & Wendy Loomis

May 6, 2013

My deepest condolences and prayers go out to your family.

Scott Fisher

May 6, 2013

Tovissi Family: My heart goes out to all of you in the loss of your loved one. The memories of Mark will be in your hearts forever. God Bless

Patty Longo

May 6, 2013

Our words can not say what our heart feels for you and your family,but praying for God strength and comfort as He can only give you at this time.We are sorry...Love Janet and Jerry

Janet and Jerry Runner

May 6, 2013

My heart goes out to u and your family.

Lisa, Bryce and Brodie Kelly

May 6, 2013

TOVISSI FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF GREIF

THE BAKER FAMILY

May 6, 2013

Mark was a great friend that time took away too soon. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers, thoughts and open arms are with all of you through this tough time.

Trisha and Matt Kirkpatrick

May 6, 2013

Tovissi Family - Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Doug Baum & Denise Crouse

Doug & Denise

May 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of Mr.Tovissi.We are truly sorry for your loss.

Rite Aid Pharmacy

May 6, 2013

Remembering your great love story today and always.

Renee, Bobby and Family

May 6, 2013

Dear Tovissi family,
Mark was a terrific man. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Glod bless.

Becky Dorsey

May 6, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family

John & Jennifer (Fallot) Rodriques

May 6, 2013

Thoughts & prayers out to Mark's family & friends. I used to cut Mark's hair when I worked at Fiesta salons. He was a good man. Sorry for your loss.

Cathy Dominick

May 6, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the Family..An unfortunate accident has taken away a good man that always did everything he could to help anyone he knew, a very diligent worker whose passion was unquestionable.

Tom Bonifant

May 6, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with you so very sorry for your loss

Shelley and dave Speaker

May 6, 2013

Dear Tovissi Family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers for comfort and healing. Cherish your memories. They will bring you peace. Mark will be missed.

Love,
Carolyn

Carolyn Nicholson

May 6, 2013

What a great guy, friend and co-worker..Mark will be sorely missed!

Randy Stevens

May 6, 2013

My husband Larry worked for Beaver 35 years and thought a lot of Mark. As a Sandy Valley graduate I had his father for a teacher. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Larry and Nancy Dolvin

Larry Dolvin

May 6, 2013

Lauren & Michael may the many memories you have of your Father provide you hope and peace as you move through this sad time in your life. He was a good man who loved you both so very much. Bless you and the rest of the Tovissi Family.

Christy Lint

May 6, 2013

Tovissi family,
Mark was a wonderful person.
God bless you in this time of sorrow

Traci Ferren Olszewski

May 6, 2013

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