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Mark Healy Obituary

Healy, Mark Mark Healy, age 60, passed away suddenly on February 23, 2013. A longtime and respected Dallas lighting designer, Mark was also actively involved in community service with Rotary International. His wife Jennie, sons and daughters-in-law James and Sara Healy and Clay and Chrissie Berry, son Reide Berry, mother, Mary Lou Healy, and grandchildren Roman, Boston Lance and Regan survive Mark. His father, John L. Healy and his son Lance Berry preceded him in death. He is also survived by his sister Monica Healy Miller and husband, Thaddeus; sister Carla Healy Bailey; nephews: Eddy Healy, John E. Healy, Frank L. Healy and wife Jeanne and their daughters Cassandra and Katherine; niece, Siobhan Grantham and husband Sam and great nephews Sean and Malcolm Grantham as well as Jennie's parents Ed and Virginia McCarty. One of his passions in Rotary was Camp RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Award) a weeklong leadership camp for high school juniors. He was involved in founding Camp RYLA in 1991 and served as Camp Director each year thereafter. Over the 22 years of Camp RYLA Mark was a positive influence in the lives of thousands of young people. Many continue to be involved in the camp as staff members and Rotarians. Mark was the recipient of the district's New Generations Award in 1999 and was district Rotarian of the Year in 2000. Each year Rotary International recognizes 150 out of 1.2 million Rotarians world wide for their outstanding service to humanity and in 2006 Rotary International honored Mark by awarding him the prestigious "Service Above Self" Award. Mark was a Paul Harris Fellow, a Paul Harris Society member, and a Major Donor to Rotary's Foundation. Visitation at Grove Hill Funeral Home at 3920 Samuell Blvd, Dallas, TX 75228 will be Wednesday, February 27 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday, February 28 at 10 a.m. at the Wilshire Baptist Church, 4316 Abrams Rd., Dallas, TX 75214. Internment will follow at Grove Hill Cemetery. Those who would like to remember Mark with flowers or donations please do so. Donations to the RYLA Alumni Association in Mark's memory can be sent to William Messer, Camp RYLA Treasurer, 1119 Ryan Ave. Carrollton TX 75006.

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Published by Dallas Morning News on Feb. 27, 2013.

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Pat/Wally Brown

March 27, 2013

Dear Jennie,
Pat and I were so sorry to hear about Mark. We shared many wonderful Rotary experiences and it was always fun to see his great smile. We have lost a great friend and Rotary leader.

Carla Healy

March 1, 2013

For my big brother, Mark~
You made me laugh, & you made me cry. I have always been so very proud of you, & I have always loved you. I always will. When my day comes, please be there for me. Give Dad my love. Nana, too.
"Hold on to what you got"
Love,
Carla

Jim Maxon

March 1, 2013

I was deeply saddened to learn of Mark's sudden and unexpected passing. He and I had Rotary and RYLA in common, as I just finished my 22nd year in RYLA, as well. I know he was an inspiration to those he served, and I will always remember him as caring and serving leader. I pray God will give you strength and peace as you mourn your loss, and yet celebrate the life of a man who was the real deal!! I will miss Mark and am grateful that our paths crossed on a few occasions that will always be remembered.

Virginia Eldridge

February 28, 2013

Mark was such a nice man. Glad I got to reconnect during our WW reunion planning. He made such a difference in this world. He will be missed. WW '72

Sharon Healy

February 27, 2013

Dearest Uncle Mark,

I was so very happy that you reached out to me this past January. It was a special surprise to hear from you and a blessing that comforts me now.

"Thank you Mark" for your gift of unconditional love and forgiveness.

I love you,

Sharon Marie Healy

Sharon Barnes

February 27, 2013

Donald and I are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our prayers. How blessed you were to have such a wonderful man in your life. I know he will be missed.

Sandy Wilson

February 27, 2013

Jeni, Dorothy and I are very sorry for your loss. Mark was a wonderful man and did so much for everyone. You will have so many good memories about him. Our prayers are with you everyday. God Bless you Jeni. We love you

Scott Jones

February 27, 2013

Mark, you made me smile every time I spoke with you and your honesty and integrity inspired me. Your family will be in all of our prayers.

Elaine Lee

February 27, 2013

My deepest sympathy is extended to the Healy family. Mark was a very special person, leader and mentor to many people. You will be in my prayers.

Terri Owens Schmitz

February 27, 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.

Vicki Aymond

February 27, 2013

I've known you since elementary school. You were such a fool and I loved your sense of humor. I remember me driving the Rambler to Woodrow and you and Vicki Lyles Hart in the car, singing to the "Temps" on 8-track. Those were the days! We got to hook up and put together our reunions and even though I never saw you in between those times, when we did catch up; we were buddies again. My heart is heavy with your passing and my heart goes out to your family. You were a good human being, inside and out. You broke the mold, my friend. Rest In Peace!

Alice Dodson

February 27, 2013

You are all in our thoughts, prayers and we are sending you all of our love during this very difficult time. We love you

Matt D

February 27, 2013

One of the most generous human beings I've ever known, a selfless leader and mentor, Mark you touched many lives in such a great way and guided many people down a path that their lives needed. Thank you Mark for being such a great man and genuinely impacting the lives of your family, a family that I hold so dear to my heart. Thank you for always making time. You left your mark on this planet, and you will be missed, but never forgotten.

February 27, 2013

Praying for your family.
Love,
the Zwaska Family, Kathryn and Chris Morris

Jennifer Frazier

February 27, 2013

Jen,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May the Lord bring you comfort and peace, may he bring you strength when you feel you have none. Mark was truly a wonderful man. I have so many beautiful memories of him in the short time that I knew you both. His laugh was contagious and his heart was as big as an ocean. He would truly do anything for anyone. He will truly be missed.

February 27, 2013

My prayers are with your family.
Paula Miller

Monica Healy Miller

February 27, 2013

My dearest big brother,
Thank you for a lifetime of friendship, support, camaraderie, shared memories and most of all your sense of humor. I will love you always and miss you terribly, so save me a place real close by you, please, and don't eat all the fried chicken before I get there. Give my love to Daddy.
With all my heart,
Monica

Alice Dodson

February 27, 2013

Jeni,
I can not begin to put into words the sorrow that we have with the passing of your dear Mark. We love you. Please know that our prayers,thoughts, love and lots of hugs are going out to you and your whole family. Love you Dear Friend.

Marie Clare Zeiler

February 27, 2013

Mark was a hero. He molded the lives of so many people, myself included. When I think about Mark I will remember that ear to ear smile that wrinkled up his eyes. He is missed and I am very honored to call him my friend. Rest in peace.

dina Paulik

February 26, 2013

I am so sorry about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Mark was a remarkable man. The twinkle in his eye and the love in his heart simply defined him. His actions with his fellowman revealed the kind of man that walked among us. I am fortunate to have made his aquaintance and blessed to have witnessed his goodness to his fellowmen. May his memories be your strength during this difficult time, Jeni.

Steve, Hayley, and Jared Griffith

February 26, 2013

Jeni,
How I wish I had the right words, but sometimes the best words are not enough.
Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of Mark.
With thoughts of peace and courage for you and yours.

Mike and Deanne Barker

February 26, 2013

Jeni,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mark was an amazing man who left a wonderful legacy of service to others with you at his side. May you feel God's loving arms around you to give you comfort, strength and peace in the coming days.

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