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Mark Blacker Obituary
age 73, of Scottsdale, AZ passed away on June 14, 2010. He is survived by his loving wife, Jane, daughters and son-in-law Mary Blacker and Margaret & Richard Middleton, grandchildren Ryan and Shannon Middleton, and brother Danny Blacker. Mark served with the US Air Force from 1957 to 1960 and is a graduate of the University of South Carolina. He had a long career in international banking and lived much of his life overseas. Mark was active in numerous non-profit organizations including service as President of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines, President of the American Club in Hong Kong, and on the Board of Governors of the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong. Most recently he was a proud member of the Verde Vaqueros riding group. In July, a celebration of his life will be held in Scottsdale. Mark will be greatly missed by family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to American Heart Association (www.americanheart.org) or the YMCA: Scottsdale - Paradise Valley Branch (www.valleyymca.org).
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Ross & Yuko Matthews
June 29, 2010
Dear Jane,
We were very sorry to learn about Mark and offer our most heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Jim Hulihan passed this sad news on to us yesterday. With our best wishes, Ross & Yuko Matthews
June 21, 2010
Jane, I am so sorry about Mark. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beth Huneycutt
June 20, 2010
So sorry to hear about Mark. I worked with him at AAA Enterprises and Spratlin Associates back in the late 60's and early 70's. He was a fine person.
Mike Almgren
Batesburg, SC
Naomi Peter
June 20, 2010
My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. Psalms 55:22
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