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Mark Ransom Obituary
May 11, 1958~September 14, 2016
Raleigh
Mark Rollin Ransom, 58, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2016, at home surrounded by family. He was born on May 11, 1958, in Boston, Massachusetts. He was the son of Vena Ransom Scott and the late Dr. Rollin Main Ransom Jr. He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Wayne and Ann Eason of Raleigh, NC, and paternal grandparents, Rollin and Alice Ransom of Windsor, CT.
Mark graduated from Father George B.S. Hale High School, Raleigh, NC, in 1976. He earned his B.A. in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Go Heels!) in 1980. He served as a Graphic Designer in the College of Engineering at N.C. State University for 27 years. Additionally, Mark provided technical illustration and mechanical layout services to a variety of clients on a freelance basis. Mark was honored to receive an award from NASA for his design work on the Orbital Debris Radar Calibration Spheres Project.
Throughout his life, Mark was an advocate for hunger relief efforts and protection of natural resources in North Carolina and beyond. Some of Mark's life-long interests included hiking in the NC mountains, snow skiing across the U.S. and Canada, and an appreciation for a wide variety of music.
He is survived by high school sweetheart and spouse Sheri A. Green; mother and step-father, Vena and Brian Scott of Rocky Mount; brother Christopher Ransom (Brenda) of Raleigh; sister Laura Epting (Doug) of Raleigh; uncle and aunt, Clifton and Linda Eason of Greensboro; cousins Lance Eason (Linda) of Austin, TX; Beth Folta (Joe) of Cicero, NY; niece Rachel Epting of Charlotte; niece Madison Epting of Charlotte; nephew Daniel Davis (Tara) of Clayton; niece Melissa Ingram of Raleigh; great-nieces Kayleigh, Morgan and Addison; and his puppies Lucy and Luke.
The family will receive from 12:30-2:00 PM Sunday September 18, 2016 at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home 300 Saint Mary's St. Raleigh, NC 27605 where a Memorial Service will begin at 2:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in honor of Mark's memory to Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina, 3808 Tarheel Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609 or The Nature Conservancy, 4245 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 100, Arlington, VA, 22203.
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Memories and Condolences
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Chuck Blevins
June 12, 2024
Mark and I grew up together in Knightdale,NC and were the best of friends. When his family moved to Raleigh, sadly lost contact. Rest in Peace Mark.
Tammy Pearce
April 7, 2017
Sheri, i just learned of Mark's passing today from Donnie Parker. I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish i had known so i could have been there for you in your time of need. Love to you my friend.
Mark's special girl, Lucy, who loved him very much!
Sheri
September 28, 2016
April Jackson
September 21, 2016
Ransom Family,
I am saddened to know that Mark has passed. He was a wonderful person and I greatly enjoyed working with him for a number of years in the College of Engineering.
Kevin and Elizabeth Gilleland
September 20, 2016
Sheri, we are so sorry to hear about Mark. Please let us know what we can do for you. Thinking of you and your family.
Brad Farlow
September 20, 2016
Sheri, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead.
Fred Jernigan
September 20, 2016
Sheri-
We are all saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Steve Hawley
September 19, 2016
Sheri - I'm so sorry to hear the sad news - this seemed to happen so quickly. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Ann Collier
September 19, 2016
Sheri - please know that my heart aches for you and I am keeping you and Mark's family in my deepest prayers. Sending lots of hugs and love your way.
Frank Lassiter
September 18, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I pray for comfort for the family in coming days.
Marsha Hudson Spivey
September 18, 2016
I was heartbroken to hear of Mark's death. I babysat for Mark, Chris, and Laura when their parents played in a bridge club with my parents in the 60's. I have such fond memories of all 3 children. My heart goes out to all of the family. So proud to read about what a fine man Mark became. You are all in my prayers.
Ned Green
September 18, 2016
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Mary Garrett
September 17, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace.
Trisha,Alex and Will Galvez
September 17, 2016
Sending all our love and prayers to you, Laura, and the entire family. We love you all so much and will be with you in spirit for the services.
September 17, 2016
So sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort from the words at Psalm 116:15
Robin (Blinson) Porter
September 16, 2016
I am so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I am praying for his family during this time. I worked with Mark at NC State for several years. He was a great man and I know he will be dearly missed. Thinking of you during this time!
Charles and Margaret Hudacko
September 16, 2016
May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Melissa Sharp
September 16, 2016
So saddened to learn Mark passed. You are in my prayers.
Debbie Robbins
September 16, 2016
I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Laura & I grew up across the street from each other. Mark and Chris were like big brothers to me. I always thought they were so sweet and handsome. I knew his then girlfriend, Sherry, and I always felt they would be together forever. I have followed Laura's FB through the years and enjoyed family pictures taken of these now precious memories of Mark & family. I regret not staying in touch with everyone like I should have, but know that each of you dear to Mark are in my thoughts & prayers during this time & you are always in my heart.
Love,
Debbie Robbins
September 16, 2016
Sheri, there just are no words. We have you in our prayers.
-- Bob and Martha Brinson
September 16, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort from the words at Psalm 90:10
Lee and Mary Laymon
September 16, 2016
9-16-2016,
Dear Family of Mark R. Ransom. We are sorry to read about his passing. We, Lee and Mary Laymon of Knightdale were patients of Dr. Ransom since 1964. We were patients of his until he retired. Dr. Ransom was a fine man and dentist. He also treated our sons, Randy and Perry. Mark Ransom was a handsome fellow and we think he inherited his caring attitude from his Father, Dr. Ransom.
With love, Lee and Mary Laymon
Paul Green
September 16, 2016
So very saddened to learn of Mark's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
September 16, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family. May you find comfort from the words at Psalms 116:15
Jerry and Debbie Williams
September 16, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and the days ahead.
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