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Mark Anderson Obituary

Mark John Anderson, born on September 26,1962 in Holyoke, MA. passed away on January 1, 2019 at Cooley Dickenson Hospital while in critical care. Mark suffered from complications due to a chronic illness and died at the age of 56.

Mark was raised in Hatfield, MA and graduated from Smith Vocational High School in 1980. He served 4 years in the Army in the US and Germany. He worked for the US Postal Service as a mail carrier for 32 years in Northampton, MA. He was a resident of Westhampton, MA. His wife Deanna passed away in 2009.

He is survived by his parents Robert and Louise Anderson and his sister Lenore Anderson. Mark will be remembered as kind and generous person.

On Wednesday, January 9, at The Ahearn Funeral Home, 783 Bridge Road, Northampton, the family will receive visitors from 6-7 p.m. and a memorial service will be held from 7-8 p.m. with family and friends to share loving memories of Mark's life.

In lieu of flowers, Donations in Mark's name may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or The American Cancer Society are appreciated.

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Published by Daily Hampshire Gazette on Jan. 4, 2019.

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Donna

December 29, 2023

I miss you everyday Mark. You were always there for me with your unconditional love. I miss my brother. I love you always Mark.

January 13, 2019

So sorry for your loss! Mark will alway be in my heart he was a great guy! So sorry.
Love Kathy and Owen

Andy B.

January 9, 2019

I worked with Mark for many years. Sorry for your loss.Your in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time

Sue & Randy Camilleri

January 9, 2019

Such a nice person caring person. Seen him Christmas Eve, he was so nice and friendly as always. Rest in peace

Kim (Willard) Marlin

January 8, 2019

So sorry for your lose.. My heart is with you. Such a loss for people so dear to me.

Jim woodward

January 7, 2019

i knew Mark well in grade school...had the pleasure of running into him on his mail route a couple of times over the last couple years...always friendly and a big smile.....

January 7, 2019

Bob, Louise & Lenore
We are so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You are in our thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Wayne & Wendy (LaRochelle) Blanchette

Lori Devine Payson

January 7, 2019

I spent alot of time with Mark and Dee back in the early days of young adult hood in Hatfield. While he was away in the army,Dee and I hung out with his friends. We had a great time and when they moved to the same town of Westhampton we didn't see them enough. Fond memories of being at the Anderson's house being crazy kids. Condolences to Bob, Louise and Lenore and all friends and family. May his infectious smile remind you of all the great memories.

John Makara

January 6, 2019

I was Marks boss for a number of years in Northampton. I know how lost he was when Dee passed. After my own wife passed we had a few really heart felt conversations concerning our loss. I now know Mark is finally at peace being reunited as we all will.

January 6, 2019

To Mark's family and friends:
He was my mailman, always pleasant
to me and my mother.
He did have a kind way about him,
a good soul. May God bless and keep
him and his loved ones close.
Nellie

Mary Labbee

January 5, 2019

Dear Mr and Mrs Anderson, Lenore, I remember Mark as a cute, typical younger brother who didn't tattle! Sincere condolences and heartfelt wishes that Mark's light shine within and on you.

Diane Rejniak

January 5, 2019

Mr and Mrs Anderson, Lenore- you are in my thoughts and heart at this difficult time.

Alex G

January 5, 2019

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May the loving God of all comfort and promised hope strengthen you during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 (JW)

Donna Pedigo

January 5, 2019

I cannot imagine my life without you Mark. The gift that you gave so freely to me is unconditional love. My heart is broken and life will never be the same without you my brother. Thank you for loving me. My heart goes out to Bob,Louise and Leanor. Truly sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you..

William Billy Hurley

January 4, 2019

To the Anderson family, I was truly sadden to hear about Mark's passing. We would run into each other every year or so. He would always greet me with a hugh smile and as if we were still childhood friends. These encounters, although brief would always bring back memories of days spent with Mark at the family horse barn in Hatfield, back the plans. Mark was truly a kind sole and I'm so sorry for your loss

January 4, 2019

Mark will always be to me, one of the best friends and cousins any man could have ever imagined. I will miss him, his genuine sincerity and thoughtfulness. My truly heartfelt sympathy to Bob, Louise and Lenore ~
David & Shelley

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