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Mark Hefner Obituary

Hefner Mark J. Hefner, 56, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly Monday, February 18, 2013 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. Born in Lima, Ohio to the late Rev. Joe and Janet Hefner. He was brother to the late Chris A. Hefner. Survived by wife, Bettie Sue Hefner; daughters, Sara Pedroza and E. Susan Hefner; grandchildren, Janet, Mark, Michael and Megan; brothers, Greg (Cyndi), Curt (Heidi), Joel (Tonya) and their families and Chris Parisi; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends. Mark was employed by Old Dominion Freight Lines. There will be a Celebration of Life service at a later date. Contributions may be made to a charity of the donors choice. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.NewcomerColumbus.com.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2013.

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Dave Mohler

April 11, 2013

I knew Mark when we were both just kids. I was just thinking of the family today. I looked up his name and found this sad news. So sorry. God Bless you all.

February 22, 2013

We are keeping you in our prayers. I am a cousin to Joe's. AdahBelle & John Rumer

February 21, 2013

Betty Sue,Sara and Susan I am so sorry to hear your sad news. I'm so glad I had a chance to work with Mark and to call him my friend. He will be missed by all that knew him. I will keep you in my prayers. Dody

James lewis

February 21, 2013

To the Hefner family, I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. I worked with Mark for many years and grew up around him. He definitely touch my life and my families life. RIP Mark

Kandi Smith

February 21, 2013

Bettie Sue, so sorry to hear about Mark, you are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kandi and Steve Smith

February 20, 2013

Mark may you rest in peace you earned it and deserve it.

Diane Evans

February 20, 2013

Dearest Battie Sue and family
I am so saddened by learning of Mark's death. I worked at Trans in Worthington with him and at times for him plus used him in photography. Please know I send my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for your family

Jim & Peggy Foreman

February 20, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

veronica stegler

February 20, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

February 20, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Bill & Erin Roush

February 20, 2013

We are very sorry to hear of your sudden loss of Mark...My husband Bill worked at OD with Mark and thought highly of him. He will be sadly missed by the close circle of guys that talked back and forth amongst themselves while on the road!

Don and Nancy Rife

February 20, 2013

Our thoughts are with your family in this time of sorrow.

Larry Coccia

February 19, 2013

Rest in piece my friend.

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