Mark Edward Lepley

Mark Lepley Obituary

Mark Edward Lepley, 55, a county native, passed away Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010. Mark''s young years were split between the ocean and mountains of San Luis Obispo County. Raised in Avila Beach, he surfed and learned to hunt on Black Mountain and the Pecho. Mark loved the outdoors. He was a commercial fisherman and carpenter. He was interested in history and loved a good story. His smile could light up a room. He will be missed by those who knew him. Mark is survived by his mother, Dolores, Lepley; daughter, Katya Lepley Goodman; son, Jeremy Hollis; sisters Catherine Castro (Ben) and Louise Lyons Appleton (James); brother, Henry Lepley (Lucy); niece, Nikki Lyons; and many friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Lepley; daughter, Charissa Lepley; and grandfather, Manuel Ruda. There will be no service.

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Published by San Luis Obispo County Tribune on Nov. 21, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Lepley

11 Entries

Kevin Watkins

December 6, 2010

I remember so many things about Mark. He showed me where to find Russel Flats. He took me with him to get huge red Abs above the breakwater on a minus tide. I remember when he started calling everyone by their name spelled backwards.

Mark had incredible eyesight. I remember on an inconsistent day surfing at St. Ann's, he could see the set coming long before anyone else. I finally figured out that I needed to keep my eye on him, instead of the horizon. If he started easing to the outside, it was time to follow.

The Avila kids were a pretty close knit group when I moved there the summer before 8th grade, and Mark was a friend almost immediately.

Rest in peace, Mark. Say hello to Mit and Ffej.

Amber Duncan

November 25, 2010

Mark, it's Amber Duncan here. I'm sorry my friend. Would you tell Jeff I love him. I spoke to The Poodle, and we are all saddened, surprised, and shocked. With you and Jeff up there, who's left to fish here. The Big Guy has to leave someone down here. The good guys are going fast.

May you be in eternal peace,

Mrs. Jeff Duncan, he left us 1-4-10

P.S. BOYS...take it easy on the others.

Tonia Harrell

November 24, 2010

Remembering the stories,the smile and the sparkle in Mark's eyes, He will be missed by all who knew him. I have known him for at least 30 yrs. My condolences to the Lepley Family and friends of Mark's. Mark is now reunited with his Father,Daughter and Friends, I'm sure him and James and Johnny are having a great Thanksgiving this year!

Tonia Harrell

November 24, 2010

I have known Mark for 30 plus years always had a sparkle in his eye and a smile on his face, I will miss the stories and his friendship. My condolences to Delores,Cathy,Louise,Henry and Lucy. I know Mark is Happy to be reunited with his father,daughter and friends...I'm sure him and James are having a party.

Melody Lepley

November 23, 2010

Cousin Mark and I would always play with my sisters and his brother and sisters in Avila Beach. I remember having a lot of fun in those days. I'm sorry I never got to see him after those young years. He will now be with my younger sister and also my husband. My heart goes out to those who were closest to him in SLO. I will add his family to my ongoing genealogy.

November 21, 2010

I first met Mark when we were about 12 years old, he was a little shy, really cute and had such a killer smile. I had a big crush for sure. Over the years, I would seem him occasionally around san luis and we would talk a little and catch up. He was always very kind to me and I really appreciated that. My heartfelt condolences to the Lepley family. Kerry Murphy Cirone

cynthia Pereza

November 21, 2010

I met mark years ago,when he would visit his aunt and uncle Mel and Melba in Santa Barbara. Years later after moving to this area I re-met him. He had heart. my wishes to the family is that they remember the Mark that was inside,The same one I belive that God sees.
God Bless all. Cindy (Blohm) Perez

Carol Rillamas

November 21, 2010

Our love and condolences to the Lepley family. Now Mark will be with uncle Hank ,Charissa,my mom and brother Douglas. The only comfort I can offer is that they are all together.

November 21, 2010

I met Mark in 7th grade in Mr. Weiss' class. I remember him being quiet

November 21, 2010

I met Mark in 7th grade in Mr. Weiss' class. I remember him being quiet

Mark Wise

November 21, 2010

My condolences to Mark's family. We were classmates SLOSH '72.

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