Mark Ledford Obituary
October 16, 1954 - January 28, 2026
Mark Anthony Ledford, 71, of Houston, Texas passed away from his life on January 28, 2026. He was born on October 16, 1954 to Josephine Blocker Ledford and Donald Duane Ledford in Waycross, Georgia.
He married his wife, Hazel of 16 years on December 23, 2009 at Harris County Court house in Houston, Texas. Those left to cherish his memories are his beloved wife, Hazel Ledford, his siblings Betty Ann Matt's of Blackshear, Georgia and his twin brother Paul Stephen Ledford of Valdasta, Georgia along with mother in law, sister in laws, brother in law, nephews, nieces and other family members.
He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Duane Ledford, mother, Josephine Blocker Ledford and his big brothers.
He long served the military wing for 23 years namely, US Army Reserve, US Navy, US Navy Reserve, US Marine Corps and US Marine Corps Reserve and National Guard. He also a MSgt. in Texas State Guard and he's also in US Coast Guard Auxiliary. He really devoted to a military service for his country.
Services will be held at Klein Funeral Homes on February 09, 2026 at Wortham Blvd. Houston, TX 77065
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Lori and Manuel Asevedo
February 5, 2026
Mark will always be remembered for his love for Hazel, his soft voice and love of family and country. God has gained another angel.
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