Mark Fricke

1960 - 2021

Mark Fricke obituary, 1960-2021, Guilford, NC

BORN

1960

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

George Brothers Funeral Service

803 Greenhaven Drive

Greensboro, North Carolina

Mark Fricke Obituary

Fricke, Mark

July 4, 1960 - October 11, 2021

Mark Kent Fricke, 61, passed away Monday, October 11, 2021, at Moses Cone hospital surrounded by his loving family.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 16, at 3 p.m., at Wendover Hills Church.

Mark was preceded in death by his father, Robert Alan Fricke.

Mark was a Ragsdale High School class of '79 graduate and a member of the 1978 state championship wrestling team. He also wrestled in college at Appalachian State, where he received his undergraduate accounting degree with honors. He received his master's degree in accounting from UNCG. Mark was a CPA and a CFP. He was a universal blood donor and previous member of the board of directors for the American Red Cross. Mark was a member of Toastmasters, a member of the Rotary Club, and was an integral part of CrossFit Versatile.

Mark is survived by his partner in love and life, Susan Gleason; his stepson, Ben Gleason (Casey) and grandchildren Reagan and Callie. Also surviving are his mother, Patricia Fricke; brothers, Robert Fricke (Lisa), Dr. Jeff Fricke (Velvet), Greg Fricke, and Gary Fricke (Andrea); nieces and nephews, Robert (Lindsay), Sarah (Ryan), Bruce, Erik, Jennifer (Anthony), and John; great nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Linda Royal; many friends, family members and his CrossFit family.

Memorial contributions may be left to Guilford County Humane Society, 4525 W. Wendover Ave., Greensboro, NC 27405 or the American Red Cross, P.O. Box 37839, Boone, IA 50037-0839.

George Brothers Funeral Service

803 Greenhaven Dr. Greensboro, NC 27406

Published by Greensboro News & Record on Oct. 14, 2021.
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My wife Miki and I knew Mark well from our years at Club Fitness. We worked out with him often. He was a great guy; always a source of inspiration, encouragement, and smiles. We held him in high regard and pray that his memory will be a blessing.

Andy Koren

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October 20, 2021

RIP Mark,
You will never be forgotten by RHS `79

Mike Blackmon

October 17, 2021

My heart hurts upon hearing this news and so deeply sadden for the entire family. I am lighting a candle in my heart for each of you. May there be blessings upon you.

Kim Hurley

October 17, 2021

Susan, my sincere condolences to your family and you on your loss. May your memories of Mark give you peace and comfort.

Joel Pineles

October 16, 2021

Peace and love to this family. Mark will be missed. From 7th grade to now, good man. GOD be with all of you.

Kevin Cole

October 16, 2021

To Susan and Mark´s families, my heart aches for you to hear about this sudden loss; Mark was one of the greatest group of exercise buddies at GAC until it closed! RIP

Karen Andrianos

Friend

October 15, 2021

We are so sorry and feel fortunate to have known Mark when we lived on Collier. He was truly a special person who made his "corner of the world" better just by being in it.

Andi and Bruce Smith

October 15, 2021

Henry, Betty, Philip, Theresa

October 15, 2021

Susan...my heart goes out to you. Mark was a wonderful man and I know you will miss him. Sending prayers and love to you and your family.

Sharon Hopper

October 15, 2021

I am so sorry for your lose. My heart breaks for you all. May God hold you in his loving arms and comfort you all

Sherwood

Friend

October 14, 2021

My thoughts and prayers are with Mark, his family, and all the Fricke family.

John Griffin

October 14, 2021

I'm so sorry for your loss. I send my Condolences and deepest sympathy. I pray that in time you will have peace.

Calvin

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October 14, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Chuck and Karlene Campbell

October 14, 2021

Love & Memories you will have forever keep the faith God will help you through

Kimberly Kindle Michael

October 13, 2021

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