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Mark Black Obituary
The service is 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, in the Barron Funeral Chapel, with Mrs. Patricia Johnson-Bates officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, at Barron Funeral Home.
Mark was born Sept. 1, 1990, in Rock Hill. He was a graduate of Lewisville High School.
Throughout Mark's life he was continuously challenged with medical difficulties. Mark was always able to see beyond any challenge and inspire others with his zest for life and love for people. He always enjoyed a good debate on many issues. Mark loved to cook and fish and play basketball. He had a talent for winning the heart of the community. Mark was a family man. He held a special bond with his brothers and cousins. He was always a good-hearted person with an interest in the wellbeing of others.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Michelle and Duane Harper of Fort Lawn; father, Beech Black of Chester; two brothers, Bryce Harper and Shane Harper, both of Fort Lawn; maternal grandparents, Faye "Granny" & Daniel "Paw-Paw" York of Richburg; paternal step-grandmother, Gayle Cochran of Lancaster; paternal step-grandfather, Gary "Pop" Harper of Lancaster; Godmother, Patricia Johnson-Bates of Chester; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Marvin "Snookie" Ferrell; and his maternal great-grandfather, Samuel Ferrell Sr.
Memorials may be made to Vocational Rehabilitation Lancaster, 1150 Roddey Drive, Lancaster, SC 29720. Please acknowledge your gift is in memory of Mark Black.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.barronfuneralhome.com.
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March 29, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. May The God who binds up the broken hearted and comforts all who mourn be with your family during this most difficult time. -Isaiah 61:1, 2
Rose Buford
March 24, 2019
My deep sympathy to the family of Mark May fond memories fill your heart to ease the pain, until (John 6:40) is fulfilled what a happy reunion that will be.
Amy Strickland
March 24, 2019
Markie was one of a kind. He was gentle as a lamb. He always had something nice to say about EVERYONE! He was giving...loving & kind! He will be sorely MISSED! I love you Markie! Fly high my PRECIOUS friend
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