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1950
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2015
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Mark Beal Obituary
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Stephens Presbyterian Church, 2700 McPherson, Fort Worth, Texas, 76109, on Saturday, August 29th at 1 pm.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Road, Kanab, UT 84741; bestfriends.org.
Mark was a 1968 graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Dallas, and a 1972 graduate of the University of Colorado, Boulder. He worked for Mattel Toy Company for 20 years and then started Mark Beal & Associates Promotional Agency, which he ran for the next 20 years.
Mr. Beal was an avid runner who traveled the world to run marathons, such as Athens, Rome, London, and for a decade he ran a marathon every other month. His favorite marathons were The Boston Marathon, Big Sur, and the New York City Marathon. Several times a week he cycled from his office on Manhattan Beach to Malibu on the beach strand and back which would allow him to take his "protein bar" break and watch the filming of the latest episode of Bay Watch. Mark also participated in the Solvange Century 100 mile bike race.
However, his favorite pastime was sitting on his deck with family and friends watching the whales and dolphins put on a show for him as Catalina Island was in the background. He was known for making a fine cup of coffee and his many friends always tried to learn his secret. He was not that great of a griller, though.
The family would like to give special thanks to Mark's nurse, Mikey Allen
Survivors: Wife, Ellen Galloway Beal; beloved cats, Daisy, Soutie, and Blackie; brother, Terry Hansen and wife Clarissa, Arlington, Texas; brother-in-law, Randy Galloway and wife Janeen. Aledo, Texas; nephews, Jeff Hansen and wife Jacque, Arlington, and Eric Hansen, Dallas, Texas; nieces, Gina Wood and husband Russell, Aledo, Jennifer Giddens and husband Chad, Aledo, Texas, and Sarah Ingram, Arlington; great-nephews and nieces, Grant, Ryan and Jason Hansen, Quincy and Beau Ballard, Georgia and Sadie Giddens, Stella, Ty, and Harper Ingram; and his California family of friends.
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Susan Raborn
January 30, 2021
Ellen, I woke up today thinking about you and how you always got onto me about not caring about news or politics! How times have changed. I then went searching for you and Mark and discovered that Mark had passed away. Very very sad and I cannot imagine the loss you must feel. The hole in the heart never goes away but I hope the memories can fill it enough. I certainly cherish the times you both had me over for holidays. What fun we all had. And Mark baking the turkey with coke marinade all night long. Many hugs to you. Email me! [email protected]
September 11, 2015
Condolences to the family,
Our prayers and thought are with you, it is never easy to lose a loved one who is so dear to your heart, May you draw comfort from God, who will sustain you and give you peace .2 Corn 1:3,4
September 6, 2015
Ellen - So very sorry for your loss. Mark was such a wonderful man. Will always remember his smile.
You take care of yourself & hold your memories close to your heart. Much love, Char & Ron - PBC
Trish Nickles
August 31, 2015
Dear Ellen,
My deepest condolences for your loss. Mark was a kind and compassionate gentleman, and I am grateful to have known him and have had the honor to care for your kitties.
chan
August 31, 2015
My condolences Beal family. As you grieve, take comfort in the Word of God, knowing that " He cares for you ". - 1Peter5 : 7
August 30, 2015
Ellen - we are sad for your loss and to lose such a wonderful friend, and relieved Mark is no longer suffering. He is missed already. May all your friends and family help you remember happy times while you walk this grief journey. We love you and will keep you in our prayers. Tim, Connor and Valerie
Kent Bogle
August 27, 2015
Ellen,
You and Mark were a testimony of courage through this very tough journey. I wish I was going to be in town on Saturday to honor the two of you. I hope I have the chance to express my feelings in person in the coming weeks.
Kent Bogle
Angela Lichty-Bruckner
August 27, 2015
Ellen, I smile when I think about how wonderf you and Mark were together. I am sad when I think about you apart. I smile when I think about the enormous amount of love wrapping around you. Wish I could be there to cry and laugh with you. Come visit us in Naples! Love and an increasing amount of Peace to you. XO Angela
Joyce Fink
August 23, 2015
We promise to continue to take care of Soutie and Blackie in your honor.
Barbara Garrott
August 23, 2015
Elaine, I am so sorry to hear about Mark. You two have always been very special to me. You will be in my thoughts and prayers throughout the coming days. Always remember to look to God for strength. Love you!
Barbara Garrott
August 21, 2015
Memories are treasures to carry with you always.
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