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Richard Mark Obituary
RICHARD W., age 56, of Essington, formerly of S.W. Phila, died December 9, 2008 at home. Devoted Father of Coleen Mark and Kevin Mark. Cherished grandfather of Laeghanna Mark. Beloved son of Bernard and Bertha Mark. Loving Brother of Bernard (Marilynn) Mark, Jr., Robert (Kathy) Mark, Ronald Mark, Dianne (Greg) Jenkins, and Sharon DiPaolo. Son-in-law of Martha McGlone. Brother-in- law of Bridget (Charlie) Gallagher, Maureen McGlone and Sean McGlone; also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Viewing on Mon. Dec 15th from 6 - 9 P.M. at McCAUSLAND-GARRITY FUNERAL HOME, 202 S. Chester Pike, Glenolden, PA 19036. Burial Private. In lieu of flowers Memorial Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, 1615 West Chester, Suite 102, West Chester, PA 19382.
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Sponsored by Dianne his sister.
June 18, 2010
HI,Rich,
Just wanted to let you know your son my Godchild Graduate last nite from Nuemann College. He was so happy he did it. You would have been so proud I know that is why you where fighting so hard for. He kept his promise and stayed in school. Now I hope he does something good and stays out of trouble. Well Rich I know you r watching over us. I thank You for that. PS your grandson is gorgeous and so good. He would have made your day.
Love and Miss you every day. Tell Dad hi for me and that I Love and Miss him too.
Love Dianne
Coleen McGarvey
March 30, 2010
Hey dad, sorry its been so long. As you know 2 kids keep me very busy! Chase entered this world March 1 @ 5:21pm weighing in at 9lbs 5oz 20in, and he's like your mini me!! His blonde hair, blue eyes, and boy does he have an appetite!! He's such a great baby! I wish you were here to meet him, he'd melt you heart just like Laeghanna did! Well I know your watching over us, so you know Bubba is going to graduate on time with his class in June and he's doing a lot better! We love and miss you more and more every day!!
December 10, 2009
December 10th,
Dear Brother I didn't forget your Anniversary of your Death. Dad's was 10months on the 7th and you a year on the 9th. I was actually yelling at you guys for letting me get sick on your Anniversarys. I think about you guys all the time. It's hard not too. You where so loved. I just hope you and Dad are happy and at peace. Please keep watching over us and protects us especially Chris being over seas. Love and Miss you guys everyday.
Love Dianne
December 9, 2009
Dad, a year has come and gone I can't believe how time it flew and how much you've missed in just one year! Not a day goes by that I don't think about you or miss you! I hope your watching over us cause I need it lately. I love and miss you ever single day. Can't wait to see your face again! Love you!!
Holly
October 5, 2009
Hi uncle richie its your favorite niece scarey spice =] I was looking at a picture of you today and it made me think about you, it actually made me laugh cause you were so funny I miss it, especial everytime I walk in the front door of your house I miss that mean yet funny comment. I just thought I'd stop by and tell you I was thinking about you and that I miss ya! Take care of everybody, I know you will.
kevin mark
September 26, 2009
Hey dad, its kevin i miss u and i cant wait for the day that im with u, but i guess u well have to wait and i really want to pass school but i need u to watch over me and help me do good. can u do that for me? i know u well. dad i love u so much and i dont know y u had to go
Coleen Mark
August 16, 2009
Hey Dad, just wanted to say I miss you and love and please keep Christopher safe!! Watch over him, he needs it we all need it. Miss you everyday!!!
COLEEN
July 23, 2009
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DADDY! ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THIS TIME LAST YEAR WE HAD A BIG PARTY WITH ALL OF YOUR FRIENDS AND FAMILY THERE!! MISS AND LOVE YOU EVERYDAY!!!!
July 23, 2009
Hey,Big Brother,
Happy Birthday today you would have been 57. To short. I really do miss you nobody really knows how much. Your in my thoughts every day.Now your going to be a grandfather again and this will be Kev's last year of High School we try to make sure he does something with his life since You won't be there for him to lean on. I think Chris and Col doing great job with him. Ps. LaLa really misses you she is going to tell the new baby about you. Take care of Dad up there to.
We all misses you guys and Love You
Dianne
Your Sister
Coleen
July 12, 2009
Hey daddy,
Almost your birthday again, hard to believe almost a year ago we were partying in the yard with that nice big fisherman cake MaryEllen made for ya!
Well Chris and I found out were expecting, kind of bitter sweet cause you'll never get to enjoy this baby the way you did Laeghanna! She still talks about you everyday, she said she'll make sure her brother or sister knows all about poppy!!
Getting ready for a week down the shore, I know how much you loved the shore and the pool and wildwood crabs!!
Well just wanted to stop by and say happy early birthday!! Love and miss you every single day!!!
June 27, 2009
Hey Rich,
Your daughter made a beautiful bride I wish you would have been there to give her away it was difficult but Mom and I made it.I know your not in pain any more but it's still hard and your Birthday is coming I think of you and Dad all the time.
I so miss you and Dad take care of one another till we meet again please watch over us.
kevin mark
June 26, 2009
hey dad, i miss u and coleen is doing a good job taking care of me. i wish i would just come home
kevin mark
June 26, 2009
hey dad, i miss u and coleen is doing a good job taking care of me and i just wish u would come home.
kevin mark
June 26, 2009
hey dad, i miss u and coleen is doing a good job of taking care of me and i just wish u can come home.
Coleen Mark
June 25, 2009
Hey Dad, I missed you saturday. I know you would have enjoyed the wedding and I miss the fact that you couldnt be there to walk me down the aisle. Everything was perfect the only thing that could have made our day any better was if you were there with us!! I love and miss you every single day. I can't wait for the day I see you again!!
Coleen Mark
April 19, 2009
Hey daddy, I hope you like the flowers me and Lala brought to you. We picked purple y0our favorite color, and of coure i sprung for real flowers not fake junk! This is my first birthday you missed, thats why we came to see you! I guess it was as good as its gonna be. Just wanted to let you know We love and miss you every single day. Love you dad!
March 15, 2009
Rich,
I talk to u the day,Dad die I ask you to take him if he got to be to much for Mom. I didn't expect you to take him that nite I didn't get a chance to say goodbye.Rich we have to stop meeting like this.It crazy. Rich we had a louzy three months please give us a little peace. You and Dad watch over Mom she isn't as strong as you think. We love you watch over all of us.
Love You & Miss You,
Dianne
Coleen Mark
March 8, 2009
Daddy, It's been a day short of 3 months, and man have they been long. I'm sure Pop is with you now and you guys are watching over us all. It sucks it was his time to go, but he's in a better place with you. I hope this is the last funeral I'll have to attend for along time! I miss you and think about you every single day. I love you, take care of poppop and keep watching over us all!!
Dianne Mark-Jenkins
February 9, 2009
Rich,
It's been 2months since your death weird things are happening to me and I know it's you reaching out and letting me know you are there. I also think about you every day.I hope you are happy and continue to watch over us because I feel your presence. I will always think of you.
Love You Dianne
KEVIN MARK
February 8, 2009
hey daddy every day is so hard with u gone and my liFe is just getting harder and i cant liVe without u and i know ur looking down on me so im going to do all i can to help coleen and lala. everyday as she gets old she missss u and so do i. the famliy is doing good and i wish u our still here and i think about u all the time and i just dont know wat to do.ill write to u every time i can I LOVE U DAD AND UR MY HERO PS I HOPE I CAN FILL YOUR SHOE'S
Coleen Mark
January 9, 2009
Hey Daddy,
It's been a whole month without you and it's been pretty long and difficult. But I promise we're hanging in there. Pops not doing too well so take care of him I dont think this family could handle another heart break. We officially put you to rest 2 weeks ago, it was like reliving the nightmare all over again. My weddings getting closer and closer and I realize more and more how much I wanted you there to walk me down the aisle and give me away. I cant even describe how much I miss you everyday. Life is just not the same and I'm sure it never will be again. Laeghanna still asks for you, which makes it 10 times harder. I love you always and miss you tremendously! Love always your little girl <3
Dianne Jenkins
December 29, 2008
Rich,
Today we took you to your final resting place. there wasn't a dry eye there. Kevin O'connell was there, they are taking our Kevin home with them for the week. That will be good for him to be with his friend Kevin. Big Kevin said he will take him under his wing. He said he will also try to help guide him. So big brother I think we are doing good. Christmas wasn't the same without you, I miss you and think about you everyday. I drink out of your mug everyday it makes me feel close to you. Col is going to pay tribute to you at her wedding she is going to play the song. I saw her first. There won't be a dry I in the place. Be proud she doing good with her life. We will make sure Kevin does too. I wish you would have had more time with us, I feel like we were cheated. You worked so hard all your life and you didn't get a chance to retire and finish raising Kevin. Life is so unfair. Rich you meant the world to me . I will not say goodbye but I will say until we meet again. Please watch over us and protects us our angel.
I Love You,
Your Sister, Dianne
Maryh Ellen Eliasen
December 28, 2008
Well, Richie, we all thought about you during the Christmas holiday and wondered if you were celebrating with mom, dad, Uncle Al, and Aunt Bert. We talk about the fun we used to have at Thanksgiving and 4th of July and remember the pictures from New Year parties at your grams. Coleen said she is getting married June 20 and I feel badly you won't be able to walk her down the aisle but we are planning to come down and help her celebrate her new life. I'm sure you had a nice Christmas in heaven but we miss all of you here.
Mary Ellen
Coleen Mark
December 26, 2008
Daddy, we tried hard to enjoy Christmas yesterday but it wasnt the same without you. Things went pretty good, Christmas Eve was nice with both sides of the family here. All your pictures are still hanging in the dining room I'm waiting to get them framed! I love you and Miss you!
Mary Ellen Eliasen
December 17, 2008
This is one of my favorite readings I wanted to share with all of you. We were thinking of you all Monday in your dress of purple to honor Richie's memory.
Comfort For Those Who Mourn:
So many people see in death nothing but a cruel separation from loves ones. Even good and religious people make that sad mistake.
In death, there is certainly the very real pain and sorrow of physical separation. But it is equally true that our loved ones remain with us. They do not just go off to some dark and distant place. They simply continue into eternal life. We do not see them because we are still in the darkness of this world. But their spititual eyes, filled with the light of heaven, are always watching us as they wait for the day when we shall share their perfect joy. We are born for heaven and we end this life of tears to begin our life of endless happiness.
I have often reflected upon this beautiful truth and found it the greatest and surest comfort in time of mourning. A firm faith in the real and continual presence of our loved ones has brought the conviction and consolation that death has not destroyed them, nor carried them away. Rather, it has given them life! A life with power to know fully and to love perfectly. With this new life and new power, our loved ones are always present to us, knowing and loving us more than ever before.
The tears that dampen our eyes in times of mourning are tears of homesickness, tears of longing for our loved ones. But it is we who are away from home, not they! Death has been for them, a doorway to an eternal home. They are still with us, lovingly and tenderly waiting for the day when we, too, will enter the doorway of our eternal home. It is such a mistake to see death as separation and nothing more. For us who believe, death is a preparation for eternal unioin with those we love, in the peace and joy of heaven.
Coleen Mark
December 16, 2008
Daddy, Yesterday was there hardest day ever. So many people showed up to say there goodbyes, people i didnt even know. I know your in a better place and your not suffering anymore but what i would do to have one last christmas with you. Lala asked me everyday when you coming back and i know she doesnt understand but that little girl loves you and misses you like crazy as well and me and Bubba. We're trying to stay strong and hang in but its so hard. You were my rock you were always there when we needed you. Christmas is going to be rough this year, but since you wont be here to open your present, I just wanted you to know that I got your Hess truck and I'm going to continue your Hess truck tradition. What would Christmas be without that! Well I guess its time for me to run alot of stuff still needs to be done. Daddy I love and miss you, and you'll NEVER be forgotten. This isnt goodbye, just see ya later! <3 xoxo iLu
Christine & Liliana a.k.a Cindy Lou
December 16, 2008
Pop, yesterday was the most bittersweet day ever, yes your suffereing was over, but we will all miss you so much, i told little cindy lou that i was wearing purple to your funeral, and she asked if she could come and i told her no, and she said she wanted to see your purple furniture......that baby lil loved you so much and we really miss you. i promise i will always be there for Col, bub and la la...rest in peace richie
love you
Alejandre Francoi Hernandez Johnson
December 15, 2008
I just wanted to thankyou for being there for my daughter and her mother as long as you were.....and may god welcome you home with open arms. Rest in peace sir.
Coi
Dianne Jenkins
December 15, 2008
Good morning Rich,
Rich today is the day that we get to see that handsome face for the last time. Please give us the strenght to get through this day, Especially Coleen, Kevin, Laeghanna, Mom & Dad, your Brothers and Sisters, watch over us and proctects are precious angel. Coleen said you liked purple so that is what we are wearing today, in your honor.I always thought it was blue to match your eyes. Rich I told Mom she had to decorate for Christmas because that was your favorite Holiday. So dear brother we are decorated.I will have a Family Holiday again this year . This one will be in your honor to celebrate your new life with God. Your pain free yahoo! Be happy and smile down on us.
I Love You & Miss You,
Your Sister Dianne
Bertha Mark
December 14, 2008
For my loving son Richard,
You have been a joy and a delight. You were a loving son and a great brother to your siblings. You were a wonderful father to Coleen and Kevin. A great grandfather to Leaghanna, who adored you and made you smile. Your pain and suffering are now all gone, you are in the arms of god. May he hold you forever. You will join your grandmother and cousins, they will welcome you with open arms. I will love you til I die.
Love, Mom
Janice Powers
December 13, 2008
May God wrap you all in his arms and bring you peace and comfort during this very difficult time. Richie will be deeply missed but will remain in our thoughts and memories forever. As my sister mentioned, we were so lucky to be able to make the trip down to Philly for his last birthday celebration. I do hope that we will continue to stay in contact with our favorite cousins in PA even though Richie is gone on to a better life. Coleen, Kevin and LaLa, continue to make your Dad and Grandpa proud and know that he is with you always. With love and God's Blessings
Sharon DiPaolo
December 12, 2008
To My Brother Richie,
A great father, a wonderful son, a loving brother and a best friend. Your name has a purpose.
Respect he gave it + earned it.
Important to who know him.
Courage to fight for life.
Heart of Gold.
Always caring about others.
Ready to help when asked.
Dedicated to his family.
I Love You Very Much.
I Will Miss You Always.
LOVE SHARON
Anne Marie Williams
December 12, 2008
Richie,
We always had some good times when you came to Ma. I remember how you liked my mother's baking. When you came to visit last year we talked about alot of old memories. I thought of you often during your illness and will miss you. You were a wonderful dad to your children and grandchild and a great person. You told it like it was. Sorry to see you go, but the suffering is over for you now. Say "Hi" to Mom & Dad for me. You are in my dailey thoughts and prayers.
Mary Ellen Eliasen
December 12, 2008
My heart goes out to your entire family. As hard as it was to let Richie leave for a pain-free, rewarding second life, he is finally at peace. I am so happy we could travel to make his final birthday this past July and sorry we won't be able to attend the services being 6 hours away. Some of you probably don't know this, but Richie was my first kiss, my first "real" date. Though we were so far apart and lived totally separate lives, he was always in my thoughts over the years. I am thankful we had the opportunity to re-acquaint after both our marriages ended. I still remember the gray skirt, red jersey, and red and green rope belt he sent me for X-mas one year (I think he had help from Aunt Bert picking that one out!). Rest in peace, Dear Richie until we reunite at the end of our life here on earth. You so loved your children and granddaughter and made many sacrifices over the years for them. I hope they always appreciate you. Love always,
Mary Ellen Eliasen
Janet Givnin
December 12, 2008
Well Richie its comforting to know your in God's hands now. And I'm sure you and Gram Mark are hanging out and looking down at us. God Bless. P.S. check in on my Dad too-
Love much,
your cousin - Janet
martha mark
December 11, 2008
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. Don, Jim, Janet and myself share your grief!
Holly Jenkins
December 11, 2008
Uncle Richie,
Youuu are so strong and you held on for so long. We truly miss you and the jokes you always cracked, but I am glad that all your pain and suffering is finally over with and you truly are in a better place. It feels like just yesterday I was sitting on the couch with you and you would never leave my feet alone always tickling them when you KNEW i couldn't stand it. Well I hope you look after and take care of the family we're going to need it these next few days. Save me a spot up there close by you so I can tickle your feet when i get there. Love and miss you.
Love, Scarey Spice
Renee Fieldhouse
December 11, 2008
Coleen
You and your family will be in my prayers. I never had the pleasure of meeting your father but there are 2 things I know about him. One is how much you love him and the second is that he made the best stuffed chicken I ever tasted.
Take care of yourself and be strong.
kevin mark
December 11, 2008
to my dad that i love so much i wish you didn't go the famliy will never forget you and u r in my dreams and in my heart LOVE YOU
kevin & megan mcclintock
December 11, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Christine Licata
December 11, 2008
Rest in peace pop, we will miss you and your leftovers!
love Christine and cindy lou
karla
December 11, 2008
-sending condolences to your dauqhter,son, and granddaughter ... may u rest in peace & watch over all of those who loved you dearly!!!
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd,
I shall not be in want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
He restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
Family picture Lala Bubba Coleen Richie
December 11, 2008
Richie and Lala dressing up there cat Babies.
December 11, 2008
Richie and Lala blowing out his candles!
December 11, 2008
Richie Coleen and Laeghanna "his girls"
December 11, 2008
Surprise we got him on his 56th Bday!
December 11, 2008
Poppy and his favorite girl!
December 11, 2008
Coleen Mark
December 11, 2008
Dad, I love and miss you tremendously. We did not have nearly as much time with you as we needed. But I promise you everything will be fine down here, I promised I would take care of Bubba even though everyone doubted me. Laeghanna is already asking for her poppy and saying how much she misses him, she doesnt understand yet but i'll make sure she NEVER forgets her poppy! I know your up there watching over us all and we're going to make you proud I promise. I love you and miss you daddy! love always your little girl.
Dianne Jenkins
December 11, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Laeghanna Mark
December 11, 2008
poppy,
I LOU YOU and MISS YOU and THANK YOU for always being there for ME and MOMMY.
LOVE YOU, YOUR GRANDAUGHTER LAEGHANNA
Dianne Mark-Jenkins
December 11, 2008
Rich.
Your pain and sufferig is finally over but our hearts are truelly broken .You were an amazing brother and my protector. I will help Coleen with Kevin,what ever she want's me to do. My brave brother, you fought the fight but it was to much to bear.I'm glad I was there when you need me most. I love you always and forever. Go with God my hero, Love You Your sister Dianne
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