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MARK R. HACKETT
He was born August 27, 1956 in Scotia, California. He was a resident of Live Oak for 21 years. He was a Certified General Real Estate Appraiser (Agricultural Real Estate), and owned and operated Hackett Appraisal based in Live Oak. He was a Senior Appraiser for Western Farm Credit Banks in the Northern California region and for Bank of America in the Southern San Joaquin Valley. He worked as the Ranch Manager for Hackett Livestock Ranches, located in Humboldt County, where the family owned livestock and a timber logging operation with his brother Steve.
He attended a one room elementary school in the Ferndale Valley. He graduated from Ferndale High School and continued undergraduate work at College of the
Redwoods and at Fresno State. He received a Bachelor of Science from Chico State University in 1980.
He was a member of the National Association of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers, Grace Lutheran Church in Gridley, Sutter County Tax Assessors Appeals Board, Live Oak High School Agricultural Advisory Committee, President of Live Oak Parent/ Boosters Club, Colusa Farm Bureau, California Wool Growers and Chico State Alumni. He also served on the Ferndale School Board, the youngest person to be elected to a position, one term before moving to
Bakersfield; Live Oak Little League Board member, served as 4-H leader/advisor, and served on the Sutter County Fish and Game Advisory Board. He was a devoted fan of Live Oak High School sports and was active with fair animals for FFA and 4-H.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Merle & Wilma Hackett and Ed & Ida Chandler.
He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Crystal Hackett of Live Oak, CA; 3 sons: Scott & wife Julie Davis of Live Oak, CA, Joseph Hackett of Live Oak, CA and Markus Hackett of Live Oak, CA; 1 daughter, Shawna & husband Steven Smith of Live Oak, CA; and 3 grandchildren: Abigail Davis, Samantha Smith and Cassidy Davis all of Live Oak, CA. He is also survived by his parents, Richard & LaVerne Hackett of Ferndale, CA; 1 brother, Steve & wife Jill Hackett of Ferndale, CA; 1 sister, Lynn & husband Ray Gorman of Prather, CA; a sister in-law, Glenna Seely of Bakersfield, CA; 3 nephews: Conner Hackett, Tanner Hackett both of Ferndale, CA and Jason Seely of Bakersfield; 2 nieces: Shannon Seely and Haley Seely both of Bakersfield, CA; and numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Pastor Gary Pippitt of Grace Lutheran Church in Gridley will officiate at the services.
Contributions to the Mark R. Hackett Memorial Fund at Gold Country Bank for Scholarships and Youth in Agriculture projects or Grace Lutheran Church of Gridley are suggested by the family.
Arrangements are entrusted to Gridley-Block Funeral Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Hackett
Mike & Carlene Renner
March 10, 2008
Dick, LaVerne and Family-
Our heart felt sympathy goes out to you. We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mark McLagan
March 10, 2008
Dick & LaVerne, Janice Sams notified me of Mark's death. Sharon was nearly 56 when she died. Losing a child must be the worst loss, but Mark was such an exceptional human being. His face is clear in my mind, from the early eighties. You will see him someday more whole than ever. We do not grieve as those who have no hope (1st Thes. 4:12-18
Charlotte Brandwood
March 10, 2008
Crystal and family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this sad time. Just hold on to the warm and special memories in your heart. Just remember Mark will always be there watching over you until you are together again
Becky Wiest (Toroni)
March 9, 2008
To all of the Hackett family,
I am so sorry to hear of Marks passing. He was one of the nicest guys I know. I wish I would have had a chance to get to know him better. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him....
anna vines
March 6, 2008
Crystal, Joseph and Markus and the Hackett Family:
My heart was so saddened to hear the news about Mark. You are in my prayers. Having attended Church with Mark and his family for many years I have confidence where Mark is. His strong faith and love of his family was alway evident. God's Blessings and Strength to you.
Love
Anna Vines
Jerlyn (Brinker) Rotherham
March 6, 2008
I'm so glad that God let our paths cross. It was an honor knowing you.
Prayers for your
family
Jennifer Cates
March 6, 2008
What a terrible loss for your family and the "family" of Live Oak. I always saw Mr. Hackett as a rock; he was dedicated and loyal to the point of being onery about his causes. The love he had for his boys and his family was obvious. We'll gladly make a donation toward a scholarship in his name. Joe and Markus- my heart goes out to you both. In time, you'll be able to find small reminders of your dad in every day life and it will bring you joy, not sadness. I know because I've been there. I wish that day for you soon. Lean on your friends and God for strength until then. I miss you both. Take care of your mom and each other.
Love, Mrs. Cates
Gerald Schwartz
March 6, 2008
To the Hackett Family: The loss of a family member leaves a great void. I knew Steve through Ag. Leadership, and if Mark is like his brother the void will be felt keenly by all who knew him. My love and best to his wife and loving family.
Bill Thomas
March 6, 2008
Dear Dick & LaVerne;
As a dad & grand-dad, my heart goes out to you and the family. May you all know Gods peace in these days.
Danny Walker
March 6, 2008
We have lost a family member and great man all too soon. After reading others comments here, it is obvious that others felt that Mark was a great person also. This is comforting and it is my hope that Mark realized these positive thoughts that others had of him. Sometimes life is shorter than expected and for unexpected reasons.
Shelley Moore
March 6, 2008
Dear Hackett Family,
We are so saddened hear of Marks
passing and are praying for your strength and comfort during this difficult time. As far back as I can
remember the Hackett Family has
been a part of my life. So many
wonderful memories of camping at
Shelter Cove, swimming at the river,
days at the ranch, the Wool Growers Picinic and so many more.
Mark was always a warm and caring
person with a great since of humor
and loved by all. It sounds like he never changed and became a wonderful man.
Love,
Shelley (Santsche) Moore
Paul Smith
March 6, 2008
Dick, LaVerne, Crystal, Scott, Joseph, Marcus, Shawna and family,
I am deeply saddened to learn of Mark’s death. I will hold you all in my prayers.
I attended Ferndale Elementary School with Mark after they closed Price Creek School and we also attended Ferndale Union High School together. I recall that he badly injured his knee playing football there. We also attended Fresno State together our Freshman year (1974-1975). At Fresno, we spent a lot of time together listening to music and talking. We also went on a few camping trips to the Yosemite area in Mark’s blue Ford Ranchero. During holidays, we would travel together back to Ferndale. Once home, I would visit him at his family’s ranch in Howe Creek. I now live in Houston and haven’t had the opportunity to visit with Mark for several years although I did see his father last year when I was visiting my parents in Ferndale.
Some of the things I recall about Mark were how much he loved his parents, sister and brother. He talked about them often and clearly enjoyed spending time with them. He also enjoyed spending time with this grandparents –the Chandlers and the Hacketts. I recall his love of agriculture. He enjoyed working on the family ranch – building fences, caring for the sheep, and driving the jeep around the back roads. He especially took pleasure when they would do “controlled burns” to burn brush off the hillside. He enjoyed studying agriculture in school and tried (regrettably, he was unsuccessful) to get me to take some “Ag” classes. It was interesting to read his obituary. What a remarkable record of dedicate service to youth, especially young people involved in agriculture.
May God bless you and give you strength and comfort.
Paul Smith
Bruce Bergman
March 5, 2008
To the Hackett Family:
Mark was a senior when I began teaching vocational agriculture at Ferndale High School. He was a great contributor to his class and to the FFA. Mark went on to host several field trips to the Hackett Ranch over the years and share his practical knowledge of agriculture with many young people.
The Hackett family has had a long history of community involvement and many of my fondest memories are of trips to "the ranch" and my relationships with Hackett family members.
My family will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time.
Brad Mills
March 5, 2008
To Crystal, Joe, Markus and the rest of the Hackett family,
My heart grieves with you, I consider Mark a true friend and confidant. His support and understanding helped make my job coaching Live Oak Basketball worth while. He was a proud father and I could always see a special glow when Joe and Markus played. Our community has suffered a great loss but enjoyed a great gain while Mark was with us. Thank you for letting me be part of your life.
Erin (Chance) Lincoln
March 5, 2008
To: Dick and Laverne and Mark's family,
My prayers are for our Lord's peace for all during this very sad time.
My sincere sympathy,
Mary Mills
March 5, 2008
I was very shocked and saddened to hear of Marks passing..he always had a smile on his face...this town will miss him as will I..Mark taught me a valuable lesson many years ago..never put my name or phone number on a flier that goes out to the community:)..rest in peace Mark..
Stacey (Douglas) Jones
March 5, 2008
Ah such sad news. My parents, Les & Peg, called last night after reading of Mark's passing in the Eureka paper. We had a lovely visit with smiling memories of our times with all the Hacketts. Dick, LaVerne, Steve, Jill and families, he was a great guy and a dear friend all those years ago. Crystal, I'm sure he was a wonderful husband and father and will be missed in your lives each and every day.
I hope his passing was gentle, like he was, and that you all take comfort in the memories he left behind. Judging from article in the paper, there are many who will feel his loss but are better for having known him.
Nadine Keller
March 5, 2008
Crystal and Family;
My heart goes out to you all. I am deeply sadden and you are in my prayers day and night. May God give you peace and strength. I am a foot step away so you can lean on me if you need to. Love you all, Nadine Keller and Family
Sandy Trutalli
March 5, 2008
To family and friends of Mark.
It has been a few years since I last saw Mark but when I knew him as a very young man, I saw in him a wonderful kind,and loving soul. My heart goes out to all of you, and please know that I grieve with you.
Terry Lindley
March 5, 2008
I'm saddened by the recent news of Mark. He will always be remembered as a very dear friend and such a wonderful individual to have been able to spend four years with, while going through High School. My sympathy goes out to his entire family.
Scott Davis
March 5, 2008
Dad, your passing has left a very large space in my heart. But with the great family you have built and friends that you have provided for us, we will venture on through this thing called life.
We love you, your Son Scott, Julie, Abigail & your little Cassidy
Frederic Foster
March 5, 2008
Dick, Laverne and Mark's family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Denise (Sanborn) Hatch
March 4, 2008
Dick, LaVerne and family-my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Leanne & Mac McCulloch
March 4, 2008
We were so sadden to hear that Mark had passed away. Mac and I have such fond memories of spending time with Mark during the early years of our marriage....camping, barbeques & dinners. Mac loved visiting Mark at the Hackett ranch. As years passed and we loss touch, we continued to think of him as such a kind, honest, hardworking and caring person. We weren't surprised to read of all his accomplishments and contributions to your community. What a great loss to you and your family. May God Bless you during this time.
John Regli
March 4, 2008
To the family of Mark Hackett:
I had the pleasure of having Mark and Steve in many of my agriculture classes at College of the Redwoods many years ago. I considered both of them rock solid cornerstones because of their values and commitment to the American ideals, and especially their community.
Your loss of Mark is a great loss.
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