Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Mark Anthony Dawkins
Mark Anthony Dawkins
Obituary
Guest Book
Mark Dawkins Obituary
GREENSBORO - Mark Anthony Dawkins, 40, entered into rest on Friday, October, 30, 2009, at Wesley Long Hospital.
The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at New Beginnings Community Outreach Church with Pastor Nancy Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Carolina Biblical Gardens.
Mark was born February 27, 1969 in Harrisburg, Pa. to John Andrews Jr. and Phyllis Ann Dawkins. He later moved to High Point where he grew up and graduated from T. Wingate Andrews High School.
After graduation, Mark met the love of his life, Stephanie Renee Houston. They later married and shared 20 years together.
Mark was employed as a phlebotomist at Wesley Long Hospital. In addition to his passion for his work, Mark enjoyed cooking, cleaning and being a husband to his wife. He touched the lives of everyone he befriended.
He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife, Stephanie Dawkins of the home, mother, Phyllis Dawkins, of the home, father John Andrews Jr. (Sandy) of High Point, maternal grandmother, Reatha Dawkins of High Point, paternal grandmother Evelyn Andrews of High Point, father-in-law Isaiah McRae of Thomasville. He also leaves a host of aunts, cousins and friends.
The family will receive friends from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday at the Church and other times at the home.
Hargett Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
December 29, 2018
Stephanie, sorry about your lost. My brother (Fred Dawkins III) and was Mark's cousin. Mark, Cam, and grew up together in High Point. Awesome memories. Grandma Dee Dee and Aunt Faye were truly God sent!!! His Mother Phyllis and Aunt Geneva made up a strong village as the young years molded us. My
brother was hit by a van in Florida and when Fred left there wasn't much contact. Sad that we never had a chance fellowship. Love
Robert Parks
November 7, 2009
I got to know Mark working together in the ER at Moses Cone Hospital. He was just an energetic man who would always have the right sayings to help us all complete such a heavy and stressful workday.
But my favorite thing that I remember about Mark was the love that he had for his wife.Wow! He was really deep when it came to her. "That's my best friend and I will always cherish her" I recall him saying."She's my soulmate"
Now in a world where that type of special love commitment only exist at the wedding, Mark really opened my eyes,mind,and soul.
He would have some simple sayings but he knew how to modify them to get the real point across.
After hearing about his passing away, I was deeply shocked. I was hit even harder when I was talking to my cousin Johnny and he explained to me that his son had passed.My sister, Kathy Parks-Woodard beat me to the words my Aunt Evelyn would tell us.I challenge everyone who reads this..GET TO KNOW ME NOW!! And don't wait until it's time to see me later!!
And don't get so caught up on how our relationship came about because as Mark would put it" IN GOD'S EYES WE ARE ALL SOME KIN TO ONE ANOTHER, WE JUST HATE TO ADMIT IT"
Call Me (336)389-8305
Stephanie McCoy
November 6, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I came up with Mark & Cam at Baldwin's Chapel memories are so precious, just remember he never put more on you than you can bear when then load gets too heavy just ask him to help you God Bless you all.
FANNIE,RANEE & ERIC PORTER
November 6, 2009
STEPHINE, WE WERE VERY SADDENED TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR LOVED ONE. WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING MARK, MANY YEARS AGO. WHEN YOU INVITED US TO YOUR HOME FOR THANKSGIVING DINNER MANY YEARS AGO. MARK WAS VERY NICE!! I REMEMBER HIS SMILE A SMILE THAT WOULD BRIGHTEN ANY ROOM.STEPHINE KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND KNOW THAT YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE A GUARDIAN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOU. "GOD IS WITH YOU" ALTHOUGH EACH DAY BRINGS CHALLENGES AND THINGS THAT ARE UNKNOWN. YOU NEEDN'T FACE THEM BY YOURSELF OR DEAL WITH THEM ALONE. FOR OTHERS CARE ABOUT YOU AND WILL KEEP YOU CLOSE IN PRAYER AND, ABOVE ALL. GOD WILL GUIDE YOU~FOR HIS LOVE IS ALWAYS THERE. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!! (YOUR COUSINS)
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Kathy Parks-Woodard
November 6, 2009
It is sad to say that I never got to know Mark, especially since I heard so many wonderful and funny things about him at the funeral...Mark's dad is my cousin...My aunt Evelyn has told us many times--"Don't wait till there is a death and funeral before you get to know your family". It is with regret that I did. My prayers are with you all and I know that the grace of God and all the wonderful memories you all share will help you in the coming days.
Jermaine Andrews
November 6, 2009
Mark,
To my older brother Mark. You are extremely loved and will be missed. Its hard for me to truly accept your passing. Prayers go out to your wife (Stefanie) and your mother (Phyllis) our father (John) and the rest of the Dawkins family. Anyone who knew you, they always knew Mark was a blast! Thinking about those times we got to spend together growning up. You are truly in a better place now. R.I.P. Big Brother.. Your youngest brother Jermaine Andrews.
Rose Parks- Hinson
November 5, 2009
I found out that Mark was my cousin on his father's side of the family, and I feel so terrible that we never got the chance to know who he was. My heart goes out to his wife and other family members; you will all be sincerely remembered in my prayers.
Celine Harris
November 5, 2009
In the brief time that I had the privilege of knowing Mark, it was evident what a special person he was. He was always wearing a smile and a great smelling cologne. I knew he was on the floor without seeing him! We never know how long we have with our loved ones and from what I know of Mark he lived for God's glory. He made a lasting impression. Celine Harris,RN Wesley Long ICU/SD
Chris Clark
November 5, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Mark in the radiology department at Moses Cone. He always knew how to put a smile on my face! It was truly a pleasure to work alongside him. Mark will always be remembered for his kind nature and anybody that had the oppotunity to meet him will never forget him. He was an individual that left a lasting impression. God Bless. Your family is in my prayers.
November 5, 2009
It was always a pleasure to see Mark while working, he would always have a smile along with a pleasant greeting, he'll be greatly missed. Family and friends are in our prayers,
Moses Cone IV Therapy, (night shift)
Brian& Barbara McNeill
November 4, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Thomas Starnes
November 4, 2009
I worked with Mark at Moses Cone, and it was a privilege to have him as a friend. He took me under his wing as a new hire and made me feel comfortable in a new situation. He truly was one of the most memorable people I have ever met, and I appreciate his bright outlook that he brought to work in any circumstance. Mark told me that he wanted Jesus to be seen in his life, and that was evident by being around him.
Pam Hayes
November 4, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I did not know him as well as others but evey time i saw him at work he was talking to someone about God and Church. He would always take the time to say hello and smile not even knowing who i was. It was a inspiration to me just hearing him talk about God and Church. I do not believe he spoke and smiled at me just to be doing it i believed he did it because he was a Christian. The little things we do mean alot. You never know when you have helped someone along the way. I believe that God has angels all around us and that Mark was one of our Angels.
3rd floor night staff (Wesley Long)
November 4, 2009
Mark always greeted everyone with a smile as he came to draw morning labs. His family will be our thoughts and prayers
Alice Blanco
November 4, 2009
Mark Dawkins was a true friend indeed. I first met Mark whrn we were hired at Avery Dennison. He was a very friendly and joyful man. Such a peoples' person. Very few strangers, if any crossed his path. He enjoyed meeting all types of people. I always enjoyed being around him. It just made my day that more special. He will be truly missed by everyone. I will never forget that big smile he had. I was speechless when I received that chilling phone call from Stephanie saying that Mark was gone. I just couldn't accept that. I know it will be difficult not being able to see him and talk to him personally. My prayers goes out to his wife, Stephanie, whom he loved so dearly and also his family. His work was done here and God call him home. He suffers no more. We are all visiting here for a short time and this was Marks' time. However a great lesson learned for me. Live each day to the fullest as if it is your last day. Because of memories, Mark still lives in me. May God bless the family. #Alice A. Blanco & Larry Watkins#
November 4, 2009
Mark Dawkins was a true friend indeed. I first met Mark whrn we were hired at Avery Dennison. He was a very friendly and joyful man. Such a peoples' person. Very few strangers, if any crossed his path. He enjoyed meeting all types of people. I always enjoyed being around him. It just made my day that more special. He will be truly missed by everyone. I will never forget that big smile he had. I was speechless when I received that chilling phone call from Stephanie saying that Mark was gone. I just couldn't accept that. I know it will be difficult not being able to see him and talk to him personally. My prayers goes out to his wife, Stephanie, whom he loved so dearly and also his family. His work was done here and God call him home. He suffers no more. We are all visiting here for a short time and this was Marks' time. However a great lesson learned for me. Live each day to the fullest as if it is your last day. Because of memories, Mark still lives in me. May God bless the family. #Alice A. Blanco & Larry Watkins#
Bruce Rudd
November 4, 2009
Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
"Mark Dawkins did let his light so shine"
November 4, 2009
My heart goes out to the tremendous lost that your family have endured. I was one of Mark's co-workers and I always kidded with him that I wanted to be just like him when I grow up. I've always said to him and others that he was a very unique person with a very precious personality. Mark had an outlook on life and often reminded each of us how truly blessed we are. Even when you didn't feel like smiling, Mark would put that smile on your face when you saw him, the glow he would always have on his face was so heart warming. I am really going to miss him very much.
Cynthia Bowden(Histo-mc)
Rena Wright
November 4, 2009
Stephanie, I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You all were such an inspiration when you were vendors at AT&T. May God comfort you and give you peace. Be Blessed.
Tonya Brannon
November 4, 2009
Expressing my deepest, heartfelt condolences to the Dawkins family! Praying for your peace during this difficult time! Mark will be greatly missed!
November 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the Dawkins family. I am so glad I had the chance to meet ,work, and even intend his church sometimes. Mark had touched my life in so many ways. I was very sadden when I receive the news of his passing,I have known Mark a short time,it fells like I had knew him longer for the kind of person he was. I am going to miss the spiritual encouragements we have shared on the job at mosescone er,and the emails.Stephanie I pray that God will give you the strength that you need during this time,an to know you are not alone.
May God continue to Bless you and your Family..."Love Jane Poteat"[Reidsville,NC]
Verlanda Dawson
November 4, 2009
Sometimes we don't know why some things happen, but I can honestly say Mark was a very special person. The laughter, joy and happiness that we shared in high school will never be forgotten. Mark meant a lot to me and we gave each other the nickname "Jelly". He thought it was so cute. May God Bless this family doing this difficult time. R.I.P. My Friend
Robin Green
November 4, 2009
I went to elementary school and graduated high school with Mark. I still remember every class I had with him including his birthday party when we were in the fourth grade. That’s how much of an impression he made in my life. Just the mention of his name brought a smile to my face. He kept me laughing. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Verlanda Dawson
November 4, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
November 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief. May God bless you and your family.
Maggie Bennett & Lucy Floyd
November 4, 2009
Mark, you were a model student and later a friend. In the beginning I had doubts about you becoming a phlebotomist, but through perseverance you prevailed and became a great phlebotomist, but more than that, a great friend. Mark you will be missed! ( Doug, Priority Nursing Academy)
margie carter
November 4, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ginger Covington
November 4, 2009
I had the opporunity of working and getting to know Mark at Moses Cone ER. He would always come by and say "What's shaking?" I would say "oh nothing" he would say "you are suppose to say the leaves on the tree!" I know that Mark and I paths crossed for a reason because he was always an inspiration even when I was having a bad day. He would say "That "thing" is going to work itself out don't worry about it." He was the type he could see through you and give you those right words of encouragement when you knew you were going through.My heart is heavy and prayers are with you all in this diffcult time. May God grant you abundant Strength to make it through.
Parrish Andrews
November 4, 2009
Mark,
My older brother. It's hard to believe your not here with us anymore. God has taken you to a better place now. We've shared some fun times in the past when we were kids. I'm gonna miss those times. Rest in peace Big bro. Your younger brother.
Joyce C. A. Strickland
November 4, 2009
I genuine sorry. May Jehovah help you and your family to get through this loss. Parrish and Jermaine's Mom
November 4, 2009
My heart and prayers go out to you in the loss of a dear friend and co-worker.Mark will always be rembered by his kind and caring smile. The world has truly loss one of its best..
Bernadette Smith and Gloria Spann (Moses Cone)
Kellie Capes
November 4, 2009
Mark always had a smile coming off the elevator in the morning to do morning collections. I absolutely loved working with him and he will truely be missed. His wife and family are in my prayers.
San Reeves
November 4, 2009
My friend Mark will be truly missed. I graduated from High School with Mark and grew up with him. He was always was a good friend to me. Mark touched everyone he met and he was so fun to be around. Rest in peace, My brother!!!
November 4, 2009
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Mark made a positive impact on everyone he encountered. We will surely miss his smiling face in the Radiology Department, here at
Moses Cone.
Judy Davis.
November 4, 2009
Mark you will truly be missed. You had a very caring spirit and warm personality. You were an inspiration to everyone you came in contact with. You touched soo many lives. Love DEE and TIff from Wesley Long ICU.
Pamela Parker
November 4, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I had the priviledge of working with Mark at Wesley Long. He was always kind and had a smile. My prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 36 of 36 results
Make a Donation
in Mark Dawkins's name
How to support Mark's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Mark Dawkins's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
