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MARK J. McKIBBEN

1955 - 2014

MARK McKIBBEN Obituary

McKIBBEN MARK J.
Born November 29, 1955, died unexpectedly on April 3, 2014, in Kapaa, HI. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie; and three stepsons, Ian, Joseph, and Aaron Sherborn of Los Angeles, CA; he is also survived by his sister, Lynne M. Colker (Alan); and brother, Larry McKibben of Pittsburgh. He was predeceased by his parents, Harry and Jessie McKibben; and brother, Jack (Bette) of Boise, ID; he is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services were held in Kauai, Hawaii. Mark was a graduate of UCLA, Irving, with a Master's degree in theater. He traveled with such stars as Kenny Rogers and John Denver. More recently, he owned Kauai Lighting in Kapaa. The family suggests donations to the Davita and Laura Colker Education Fund at Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy, 2000 Technology Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15219.
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Published by Athens Banner-Herald on May 5, 2014.

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Barbara Nelson

May 3, 2016

Mark was a dear friend. I am bereaved and shocked of his untimely passing. I will forever miss his smiling face and his sense of humor. I have many fond memories of our friendship.

Sean Leo

July 16, 2014

I will miss you friend and may you rest in peace. You were a true friend and fun client and I enjoyed every minute we spent on show site together.

K Lewis

May 30, 2014

I just heard today about the unexpected passing of Mark. I did not know him well, and yet we talked and interacted for years when he walked his beloved dogs through his Squirrel Hill neighborhood. Later, when I had dogs of my own we often walked together. We had some great conversations. I found him to be a remarkable storyteller. Before he and Bonnie left Pittsburgh, I purchased a cedar chest and a old record player converted into a storage bin from them. I believe the cedar chest belonged to a family member. In the bottom of the chest, I found a photograph and for some reason I have never been able to dispose of it. I would love to pass the photo on to the family if it would have any meaning. I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was a kind and friendly human being. I am so sorry he did not have more time to enjoy life in Hawaii. I can only offer my condolences and prayers to the family. May he forever Rest in Peace.

Sally Nesbitt

May 13, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I met him through a mutual friend while looking over the LA area, once again, after military service. I conversed with him over the years, and we shared some of our working and life experiences. He was a very intelligent and kindhearted soul, and he will be missed by me, as well as many others whose lives he touched. I know how much he loved his family and his closest friends, and I wish them well at this time during their loss. Rest in peace Mark! You are now in God's hands and an angel watching over everyone.

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