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Christopher Mark Obituary

Christopher Mark passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at the age of 46. Christopher is survived by his children, Kristen Mark, Chrishon Mark, Christopher Mark, Jr., and Shahara Johnson-Mark; his parents, Arlean Mark and Freddie Brooks; his siblings, Kristy (Graylan) Mark-Duplessis and Roslyn Lewis; one niece, Lori Herbert; and a host of cousins, relatives, and friends.Chris was born in New Orleans, LA by way of Tylertown, MS. He retired from the Army in May of 2013 after serving 12 years in the Marine Corps and 10 years in the Army. He served in Mogadishu, Somalia and 3 tours to Iraq. He is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated. He served as a faithful member of Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries. He is the founder and CEO of Watch Me Work Line Dance. He was the Fleet manager with the City of New Orleans. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandmother and grandfather, Rutha Mae and Troba Mark, and two aunts, Francis and Etta Mark. While it is not our choice to have a private funeral, it is in the best interest of all that the number of invitees be limited. A private graveside service will be held at Garden of Memories Cemetery 4900 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA 70001 on Monday, April 13, 2020. To share condolences and thoughts, please visit www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 10 to Apr. 12, 2020.

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Virginia L Davis

January 19, 2021

Chris, I miss you so much. Thank you for being a wonderful godson. There are no words to adequately express how I feel. You will never be forgotten....

Eric

May 24, 2020

Rest in honor Phrat! Remembering the good times we shared at Fort Hood, but more importantly remembering the good that you did as music minister downrange.

Dwayne Perry

April 18, 2020

We had good times serving in Fort Leonard Wood , MO. Rest In Peace Marine brother

Callise

April 14, 2020

RIH Chris

Saundra

April 14, 2020

On behalf of Style & Rhythm Line Dancers we are praying for the family and our line dance family. He is definitely a loss to our community. Rest in perfect peace Chris. Saundra

Will

April 13, 2020

My prayers go out to the Mark family. May the Lord watch over each and every one of you. Rest in peace Bossman.

Joyce Prestly

April 13, 2020

Christopher was a dear and lovable man whom touched a lot of hearts through the years that we've known each other.....He will be missed by Precious & The Rose Spot Steppers & Mama Rose n staff of The Rose Spot Lounge....Take your rest sweetie until we meet again....Love & Miss You

Catrice

April 13, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. He was truly an awesome person I will miss him dearly . My condolences. Thank you so much for sharing him with us.

Col

April 12, 2020

I stand at attention as a warrior passes by. Semper Fi

Marilyn Amar (WMW Linedancer)

April 11, 2020

My condolences to the Mark family. My prayer is that GOD will strengthen and comfort you at this time of bereavement. I will miss Chris' kindness and humble spirit. GOD Bless

Marilyn Amar

April 11, 2020

My condolences to the Mark family. My prayer is that GOD will strengthens and comfort you at this time of bereavement. I will miss Chris' kindness and humble spirit. GOD Bless.

April 10, 2020

My Instructor ❤

YVETTE BOWENS

April 10, 2020

Condolences to Chris family. He will truly be missed. I met him at line dance class with KWL. We had fun times with him and he was an excellent dancer and teacher. He was a very nice and respectful man. I'm still in shock with his loss. Praying for the family. He Always greeted me with a smile and a hug. Gone but will never be forgotten.

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