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1994
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2017
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Mark Branch Obituary
Mark was a 2012 graduate of Avon Lake High School and a graduate of the Ohio State Barber College in 2014. For the past three years, he has been the barber extraordinaire at Art of Cutz in Lorain, Oh.
Mark enjoyed all professional sports, especially boating and water sports and we can't forget the fast cars.
Mark Branch loved all parts of his life, from his job as a barber working with Frank, to his family and his friends, and above all else his loving girlfriend, Taylor. With an infectious laugh and the ability to have a good time anywhere doing anything, he will be sorely missed by all. A soldier who lost his war against addiction, a brother who's laugh will never be forgotten, a son who's voice will never fade, a friend who's loyalty will never diminish, and a partner who's love knows no bounds. We salute the man he became and the man he had yet to become
Mark is survived by his parents, David and Colleen Branch of Avon Lake; siblings, Mandy (Nick) Dufresne of Avon Lake, Matthew Branch of Newport, KY, Mallorie Branch of Avon Lake, and Madison Branch of Avon Lake; his beloved partner, Taylor Seton of Bay Village; his birth mother, Sheila Jean Mullinax; nieces, Marleigh and Carleigh Dufresne.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, ET and Gerry Swann; paternal grandparents, Robert and Ruth Branch.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be forwarded to LCADA 2115 West Park Dr. Lorain, OH 44053 and NORML 1100 H. Street NW. Suite 830, Washington, DC 20005. All services private. www.buschcares.com 440-933-3202
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Lucas Family
January 13, 2018
So very sorry to hear this sad news about Mark. Sending our deep sympathy during this sad time to you all. With each new day may God give the help needed to cope with such a sad loss.
Another Mother
January 4, 2018
As a mother of another warrior who was lost May 27th 2016 I send all of my love to all of you. Your strength and honesty surpasses any love for a child I have seen. We have again lost the most loving most admired we shall see walk this earth- your respect and honor leaves me speechless. Please know my heart breaks for all of you and I know the desperate loss you have suffered.
Aunt Patti Schafer
January 4, 2018
Always love you
Becky Chabot and Ron Tommer
December 28, 2017
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Barb Steffler
December 4, 2017
Hoping you can find your way through your grief to a place of peace and comfort, where your family will find joy again with the memories of Mark.
December 4, 2017
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Merry Mankin
December 2, 2017
My heart is with all of you! Many memories of all our kids together over the years. Mark will always be with us all...he won't let us forget him! Hugs to all of you!!
B
November 29, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of Mark. May the God who gives comfort and peace be with you now and in the days ahead. May you each be a source of support to one another.
Keith & Elizabeth Wilkerson
November 28, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all during these heartbreaking days.
November 28, 2017
I am sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are
with his family and friends.
Denise W.
The Winkel Family
November 27, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Catherine Branch
November 27, 2017
To the family's of Mark I'm so sorry you all have my most deepest sympathy. Lord give us the strength and understanding
Katya Melott
November 27, 2017
I am heartbroken. I had Mark as a student at Learwood Middle School my very first year teaching. He was a funny, bright, friendly, and polite young man. I had him for math during first period.
Mark, you have touched many lives and you will be missed.
To the family, my heart aches for you and you are in my thoughts and prayers. As a mother, there is nothing worse than losing your child. I am so very sorry.
Christie & Cody Rhine
November 27, 2017
My heart breaks for you. I remember very vividly Cody and Mark walking in the neighborhood arm and arm as little boys and Mark was just too cute for words even back then with a smile that could make you melt. Our deepest sympathy.
PJP
November 27, 2017
Condolences to the Branch family, may you comfort knowing that you're thoughts and prayers of many.
November 27, 2017
Deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Latsko Family
Mark
November 27, 2017
I did not know Mark thee Barber or any of his family. I wanted to thank his family for having the courage and fortitude to tell us how Mark passed.
I am an aging man and I check the obits every day to see if any of my family or friends have passed so that I can offer condolences online or visit the funeral home to personally offer my condolences.
I have noticed that there are a LOT of young people dying every week, many more than could be happening by accident. It is NOT natural that a person in his teens and 20s should just pass naturally, so I suspected that the cause was related to substance abuse.
It took fortitude for the family to do that; fortitude and a true love for your family and your community; to bring warning to us all about the scourge of substance abuse.
Thank you, and may God bless you in this time of need and unimaginable grief. And may we all, including Mark, meet in the resurrection of the just.
mm
November 27, 2017
Please except my deep condolences for the loss of dear Mark. He's in our thoughts and prayers. Share your loving memories of Mark with others.
November 27, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Roberta Walker
November 27, 2017
Have been praying for your family, so sorry for all of you,
Roberta
Linda
November 27, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 27, 2017
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your tragic loss. May God comfort your broken hearts and sustain each of you during the difficult days ahead.
TB
November 26, 2017
Please accept my sincere on condolences on the loss of your dear son and brother. May your fond memories and the peace that God gives comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. Phillipians 4:6,7,13
Colleen Dunn
November 26, 2017
Our family sends our condolences and prayers. Thank you Mark for being a true Big Brother to Billy. You will be deeply missed. May your laughter be heard,may your smile be seen, may your presence be felt may your memory live on.
Jaclyn and Audra Facinelli
November 25, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in knowing that he is in a better place without suffering.
Holly Jackson
November 25, 2017
Deepest condolences. Praying for you all.
Brenda Birk
November 25, 2017
So very sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories comfort all of you, always.
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