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Onorato, William Mark
passed away on July 1, 2014 at the young age of 50. Mark was born to the late Pasquale (Chick) and Jean Onorato on August 1, 1963 in Limestone, Maine. The family retired to Phoenix, Arizona. Mark attended Arrow Elementary School and Moon Valley High School where he was on the wrestling team. Mark enjoyed baseball, working out and fishing. Mark worked in construction and as a machinist in the electronics industry. Mark leaves behind his siblings Donna (Wayne) Eberhart, Lisa (Tom) Behrendt and nephew Matt Hobel. He is preceded in death by his sister Dana Onorato (Milo). Mark will be dearly missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday July 19, 2014 at 9:30 AM at Holy Cross Cemetery, 10045 W. Thomas Road Avondale, AZ 85323 in the Mausoleum.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Jul. 16 to Jul. 18, 2014.

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Janice Heinrich

December 16, 2020

Mark was one of my first friends when my family moved to Arizona in 1968. Our families spent a lot of time together and I was always happy when we would drive across town to visit them. Although we grew apart as we got older, I always considered him a good friend. I will miss him. Janice Heinrich

Diana Pogue

July 19, 2014

I knew Mark from elementary school and High School. Party with the angels my friend!

July 18, 2014

I remember Mark from the 6th grade on He was so sweet and i am sorry for the familys loss My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you and give you comfort

Laurie Tinsley - Dargert

July 18, 2014

So sorry for your loss. I remember Mark from high school. He was a really nice guy who will be greatly missed...

LaurieJean Swift

July 18, 2014

I'll never forget the good laughs we had freshman and sophomore years. We shared even bigger laughs at the family swim parties at your parents home! RIP my friend. Sending lots of prayers to Aunt Donna, Lisa, Matthew and family.

Janice Heinrich

July 17, 2014

I will always cherish my childhood memories of family gatherings at your house.
God Bless

Patty Schiano

July 17, 2014

My heart goes out to all the family members. I have such fond memories of Mark. Rest in Peace to a sweet, dear man.

Julie Waryck

July 17, 2014

Sending love and blessings to you, Donna and Wayne, and to your family during this sad time.

Gloria Onorato

July 16, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to Dana & Lisa. Thinking of you both, during a most difficult time.
Rest in peace dear cousin.

Cousin,
Gloria

Robin Dapolito

July 16, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss.. I wished we all had more memories together.. it has been many many years xoxo

Dolores and Joe Cocchiaro

July 16, 2014

Dear cousins Donna , Lisa and family
Mark was such a great guy and we are saddened by his death. May you rest in peace with your Mom Dad and Sister and all the Onorato family. We cherish the times we spent with you and your family God Bless You

July 16, 2014

Mark, your smile will be greatly missed. Rest in peace. Chris and Doug

July 16, 2014

Best Wishes Mark.You will be missed.
Your Pal,Patrick Destino

Lawrence Rinaldo

July 16, 2014

Rest in Peace Buddy, All your freinds here at Honeywell are really sad and you were already missed

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