Mark Fife

Mark Alan Fife Resident of San Jose Born January 26, 1960, in Yakima, Washington, Mark Fife, a longtime resident of San Jose, passed away on May 25, 2013. Mark was a loving, artistic man, a wonderful and endearing father, husband, son, uncle, friend and big brother, and all who loved him will miss him very much. The sound of his laughter, how he loved to talk politics, Mark will be remembered for this incredible love he had for everyone in his entire family. Mark joined the Navy in 1978 and traveled to many parts of the world. He became skilled in electronics and worked at Trimble Navigation for many years. Mark was an avid collector and talented sketch artist who created many brilliant, passionate works of art. He loved nature and camping, and was happiest spending time on his property at Mount Lassen. Mark is preceded in death by his beautiful and beloved wife Donna, his best friend and companion of almost 25 years; they are together once again, in heaven. Mark was also preceded in death by his father, Harold Ray, and brother Lonny, of Selah, Washington. Mark is survived by brothers Michael, twins Jim and Tim, sister Tonya, sister-in-law Ilana, and beloved mother Rosann, his dad, Bill Fife of Selah, Washington, numerous nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and siblings Kelly, Anne, twins Jonathan and David, Kendy and Dan, and by his loving children Amanda and Shane, whom he loved and adored with his entire consciousness and being. Mark was very, very loved, by many, many friends here and in Washington state. Mark was a noble, honest and generous human being with a thoughtful mind and a huge heart, who was so completely caring that he would do anything to help anyone, at any time, in any circumstances. He was always there for each of us countless times, coming to the rescue, always helping, always hugging, always providing positive guidance to family, friends and his community. Mark, our Rock, we will think of you, love you and miss you until the end of time, in the deepest part of our hearts. May the love of God rest and bless his soul, forever and ever, until we meet again. A celebration of Mark's life will take place on Friday, May 31, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3151 Union Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124. There will be an additional memorial to be held in Washington, at a later date. Mark's ashes will be scattered at Mount Lassen, the place he loved the best. 'Keep the Fire Burning.'