Mark Edward Loden

Mark Edward Loden obituary

Mark Edward Loden

Mark Loden Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Ford Stewart Funeral Home Inc. - Jonesboro on Sep. 17, 2025.

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Mark Edward Loden, age 60, of Stockbridge, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 14, 2025. Mark proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a devoted member of First Baptist Church Jonesboro. He is survived by his children, Clarissa (Philip) Hesterlee of Jackson, Daniel (Rebecca) Loden of Ola, and Glenn Loden of Hampton; his parents, Edward and Jackie Loden; his sister, Cheri (Barry) Coggin; his grandchildren, Julie Coppock, Emma Hesterlee, Colby Loden, Bryce Loden, Carson Loden, Jenna Loden, and Jordyn Loden; and his nieces, Kayla Barrett and Kimberly White. He will also be remembered with love by many extended family members and dear friends. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 18, at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church Jonesboro, with the family receiving friends one hour prior at 10:00 AM. Following the service, Mark will be laid to rest at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Toccoa.

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