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MARK REES Obituary
MARK E.
54, of Verona, died on Saturday, July 7, 2012. Beloved son of Carolyn (Couts) Rees and the late Edward Rees; father of Shane P. Barrett; dear brother of Michael (Tina) Rees, Patty Gonano, Tom (Renee) Rees, Kelly Rees, Coleen (Joe) Woods, and the late Perry Rees; brother-in-law of Wendy Rees. Mark is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends and relatives will be received at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC., 421 Allegheny Ave., Oakmont, on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, July 12, 2012, 10 a.m., St. Joseph Catholic Church, Verona.
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Laura Tykarski
July 6, 2019
As Mark Rees and entire family was an adopted family for me since my childhood, I always know in my heart and spirit when Mark Rees's leaving us all until we meet again is upcoming. What can I say ...the man the comic, the taxi-driving urban cowboy, my friend although for in my remaining days needs to exist in spirit and through numerous good memories, you will be "as always," a part of who I am today and will be until we meet again on the other side of now. I always have believed you never completely lose someone who in your estimation was, "One of the best of the best!" Until we meet again Mark my friend and can cruise again in the front or back of a yellow cab going here and there or anywhere ...Please keep the meter on until I see you next! To all the Rees Clan never forget you all are remembered and loved deeply. All of you here and now there!-L.Tyakrski
Betty Spanbauer
August 4, 2012
Dear Rees Family,
I just recently heard about Mark's passing, and I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you. I met Mark at the Elk's Club and thought he was a really nice guy. My husband, who recently passed away, liked to talk with him too.
I was so sorry to hear about Mark. Just keep all the great memories you have of him close to your heart, and those memories, along with the help of family and friends is what will help get you through this time of grief and loss. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Rusty & Don Chapman
July 27, 2012
I'm sorry we couldn't make it to the service. Our thoughts & prayers are with you, Caki and all of your children & grandchildren and with Dutchy & her children, seems like yesterday we were the children. LOVE TO ALL.
Renee
July 16, 2012
Dear Kelly,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. May you find comfort in memories and the reassurance that he is the Lords arms.
Please get in touch with me.
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July 16, 2012
Dear Kelly,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers! May your menories and the assurnce that Mark is in the Lords hands help guide you through the days! Please get in touch with me!
Virginia Byers
July 14, 2012
Many warm thoughts of Mark have crossed my mind through the years.
To the Rees family- "The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit." Ps34:18
Carol Miele
July 13, 2012
Dearest Carolyn and all the Rees family,
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I fondly remember all the GOOD TIMES our families had on Lafatette Street. LOVE YOU!!!!!
Piper
July 12, 2012
To Kelly and the Rees Family
Sometimes I wish we were still little children back in the '70s
where we were shielded from sorrow & tears & death
Now it seems to be all around us
But I must praise my Lord that
He died on the Cross AND rose again
Love, Piper (Parris' sister)
Rom 6:23 For the wages of sin is death;
but the gift of God is eternal life
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Rose & Chip Kemmerer
July 12, 2012
So sorry to hear about Mark. He was a nice guy!! Our prayers will be with you, Kelly and the rest of your family
Marlene Manke
July 11, 2012
May the peace which comes from memories comfort you now and in the days ahead. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Gregg Irvin
July 11, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gregg and Lisa Irvin and family
Sara Levine
July 11, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss Rees family and friends my thoughts & prayers go out to all saddend by Mark's tragic loss. Mark was always smiling and laughing that's how we have to remeber him :-)Stay strong
July 11, 2012
Mike and Tina and your family, Our deepest sympathies at the loss of your brother- Bill Leary and family
Antesberger
July 11, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rees family at this sad time. Mark will always be remembered fondly. May perpetual light shine upon him.
The Antesberger Family
Caryn Chapman-Schultz
July 11, 2012
Carolyn, Dutchie & Rees family, My deepest heartfelt sympathy & prayers for your loss of Mark. May you find fond memories of Mark bring you peace.
Dave and Cheri Rockwell
July 11, 2012
Kelly (and all your family). Our prayers go out to you in this very sad time. We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother.
Bob Bateman
July 11, 2012
So long, Mark. I will miss you. May God bless you all.
Hopper Family
July 11, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Rees Family. Mark had a great sense of humor & will truly be missed.
July 10, 2012
So many memories flood in as I see this picture of Markus again and those bittersweet lost days 1984-89...
I wish things would've turned out different as we went our separate ways.
I don't know where I'd be today had it not been for the goodness of God that led me to repentance and faith in Jesus to save my soul. My prayers are for all you guys: Na-Na,Patty, Jimmy, Mike&Tina, Kelly, Tom&Renee, Coleen and the whole Rees Brigade.
If possible, I'll be there Thursday.
Love, Parris (York,Pa)
[email protected]
Loretta Hill-Embry
July 10, 2012
We wish to extend our condolences and to let you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Dee Antesberger
July 10, 2012
Our hearts are saddended to hear of Mark's passing and our thoughts and prayers are with the Rees family.Mark was a good man and always fun to be around.We will always keep fond memories of him and he will truly be missed.
Roberta Randall
July 10, 2012
We will miss Uncle Mark as we called him. we will keep your family in our prays.
Love you all.
Roberta, Jamie and Jhann Randall
friends...always
Laura Tykarski
July 10, 2012
Another light went out here on earth...moving on to a open field that you can ride and play in happily ever after...I will miss you always friend,fellow-story teller,shoulder to lean on and laugh...laugh...laugh. Love and peace--rest easy now our imaginative Urban Cowboy.
Wendy Rees
July 10, 2012
We light this candle in the memory of Mark.....We are so saddened by this unexpected tragedy. Please know that our hearts are there with all of you.
GOD BLESS the Rees family,
Love Wendy, Kristy, Eddie & Kelly
Karen Davies Reed
July 10, 2012
Rees Family, I'm saddened to hear of Mark's passing, he was a soulful person who truly loved his family. I'll never forget all his antics (his popeye imitation was spot-on) and how he always made people laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Steven Feinberg
July 10, 2012
I sorry for your loss. mark was a good man. Served his country and was always a good person. May GOD rest his soul.
July 10, 2012
My sympathy is extended to Carolyn and the whole Rees family. There is nothing can compare when you lose another child. May God Bless you.
Carol McDonald
Pittsburgh, Pa.
cecelia brandenstein
July 10, 2012
Mike, Tina and family - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cecelia Livingston Brandenstein
[email protected]
Steve Jelison
July 10, 2012
Mark was a good man with a big heart. My prayers go out for him and his family.
Gerry Novotney
July 10, 2012
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