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Mark Edward Johns

1969 - 2022

Mark Edward Johns obituary, 1969-2022, Fairbanks, AK

BORN

1969

DIED

2022

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Blanchard Family Funeral Home - Fairbanks

611 Noble Street

Fairbanks, Alaska

Mark Johns Obituary

Mark Edward Johns, 53, of Fairbanks, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2022.

Mark was born Feb. 5, 1969, in North Miami Beach, Florida. He grew up in New Castle, Pennsylvania, and after graduation Mark served his country honorably in the Air Force, eventually serving at Eielson Air Force Base. Once he was finished with his service, Mark decided to stay in Alaska. He worked for K-Supply, Ferguson plumbing and Lawson Products. He went back to work for K-Supply for the past 20 years as the general sales manager. Mark loved traveling and fishing, especially in Valdez. He enjoyed playing poker and won many tournaments here in Fairbanks. He was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan and loved his NASCAR. He loved grunge rock and went to many concerts over the years. He enjoyed spending time with friends watching UFC.

Mark is survived by his son, Damon (Izzy) John; daughter, Danielle Dowell; parents, Kenneth and Rose Johns; three grandchildren, many extended family and his Fairbanks family.

A celebration of life with military honors will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 7, 2023, at Elks Lodge #1551, 1003 Pioneer Road.

Online condolences may be the family at Blanchardfamilyfuneralhome.com.

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

Published by Daily News-Miner on Jan. 4, 2023.

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Scott Coltellaro

January 10, 2023

Mark was "K" supply in my book. If you needed expert advice and the right part K supply was the place to go for your plumbing problems.May you rest in peace Mark.

Steve Sorvoja

January 6, 2023

Was tough to hear about Mark´s passing. Will miss his helpful advice when going over to K Supply for plumbing supplies. He was truly a nice guy. Rest in peace Mark.

Bliss

January 4, 2023

"March on" Mr. Johns
K supply will never be the same

Trish Tyler

December 31, 2022

My condolences to Mark´s family. Gone to soon! Mark was a great guy and a good friend.

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