Mark Allan Stovall

Mark Allan Stovall obituary, Sumner, IL

Mark Allan Stovall

Mark Stovall Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Keepes Funeral Home on Mar. 12, 2026.
Mark Allan Stovall, 56, of Sumner, Illinois, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on December 4, 1969, in Vincennes, Indiana, the son of Raphael and Dorothy (Joseph) Stovall. He graduated from Lawrenceville High School Class of 1988. Mark married Debra Carson on September 30, 2017.

Mark will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and PopPop who cherished the time he spent with his family. He especially enjoyed keeping up with his grandchildren and being part of their lives. Mark was also known for his great sense of humor. A true jokester, he loved making people laugh and was always ready to pull off a good prank. His playful spirit brought smiles to those around him. Mark was a true outdoorsman who always looked forward to deer hunting, and he also enjoyed squirrel hunting and mushroom hunting. Being outdoors was one of the things he loved most. Mark was known as a very hard worker and took great pride in his career as a truck driver. Over the years, he worked at Road Master and the Walmart Distribution Center, where he made many lasting friendships. Mark was also very proud of his Stovall family name and the legacy it represents. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

Mark will be remembered by his wife, Deb Stovall; children, Shawn (Katie) Stovall, AJ Harvey, Heather (Brooklynn) Stovall, Angelica (Chris) Bobbitt, Hailey (Troy) Kuehne, Shainna (Corey) Carson, and Hannah (Jake) Carson; grandchildren, Madeline Parsons, Kayson Stovall, Shaylynn Stovall, Kolton Stovall, Oliver Suggs, Connor Suggs, Kameron Black, and Kingston Black; brother, Kenny Stovall; sisters, Connie (Ben) Dicus, Annette (Leon) Trout, and Amy (James) Deisher; mother-in-law, Jerri Pierce; sister-in-law, Brandy (Bryan) Wright; brother-in-law, Carl Pierce, Jr.; many loved nieces, nephews, and cousins

Mark was preceded in death by his parents; son, Travis Harvey; brother, Joe Stovall; father-in-law, Carl Pierce; special friend, Dave Carter.

In keeping with Mark's wishes a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Mark's tribute wall and leave condolences for the Stovall family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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