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Mark Naftzinger Obituary
Mark W. Naftzinger, 57, of New Ringgold, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Born in West Reading on September 2, 1959, he was a son of the late Marian (Bretz) and Edwin C. Naftzinger.
Mark was a 1977 graduate of Blue Mountain High School and a member of St. John's Church, Auburn. He worked in the maintenance department at Metal Sales, Deer Lake for 13 years, last working on Friday.
In addition to his full-time job Mark also worked with his brother, Doug, at Naftzingers Used Auto Parts in Auburn.
Mark was a trustee at the Rainbow Gun Club; lifetime member of the Orwigsburg Gun Club; and was also a past Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 117, Auburn.
His passion was racing where he achieved many
accomplishments through the years. He was the New Egypt Speedway Champion in 2010 and 2011 in the Enduro Division. In August of 2016 he won the Daniel Boone 200 in Kutztown and also, through the years had numerous wins at Grandview and Big Diamond Speedways.
Mark also enjoyed and was an accomplished trap shooter.
Mark will be deeply missed by his family and his community.
Mark is survived by his wife, Robin (Bair), to whom he was married 36 years; son, Jamie L. Naftzinger, husband
of Diana Elaine, of Reading; three brothers: Nevin A.,
husband of Kathy, of Schuylkill Haven; John E. , husband of Marlene, of Auburn; Douglas F., companion of Josie Hoffman, of Auburn; several nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and nephews; and mother-in-law, Margaret Bair of Orwigsburg.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 27th at 11:00 a.m. at Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc., 1818 Mahantongo St., Pottsville, with Pastor John Letterman officiating.
A viewing will be held on Sunday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.
Interment will follow in Christ Church Cemetery, New Ringgold.
The family requests contributions in Mark's memory be sent to Lord- Bixler Funeral Home, 1818 Mahantongo Street, Pottsville. These funds will be used to sponsor a
future race in Mark's memory.
Lord-Bixler Funeral Home, Inc., is in charge of
arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at lordbixler.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mark Naftzinger
Jennifer
March 14, 2025
Miss you, Mark.
Jennifer Bowen
March 14, 2024
Mark was a terrific person and continues to be missed.
Jennifer Bowen
March 14, 2023
Continued prayers and kind thoughts to Mark´s family.
Dennis and Karen Campbell
May 1, 2017
May God bless Robin, her family and the repose of Mark's soul. May He grant you the Grace to deal with this unspeakable tragedy. Experience teaches us that God does not give us a burden too heavy for us to bear. Please know that we are praying for you.
Enteral rest grant unto Mark O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of God Rest In Peace. Amen.
Bill & Patsy Wingle
March 31, 2017
Very sorry for your loss. We are praying for your family.
Tom Bonner and Family
March 27, 2017
Jaime, Robin and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss, please accept my sincere condolences. Prayers to your entire family.
Larry & Chris Dagna
March 27, 2017
Robin: Chris and I are so very sorry to hear of this tragedy. I knew Mark from both the auto yard and at Metal Sales and I working with enjoyed him, just as we have with you. Our thoughts and prayers go with you.
Charlene Hoffman
March 27, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the Naftzinger family. May God be with you all. Rick and Charlene Hoffman
Tom Wolf
March 27, 2017
Mark was a great guy, I will miss seeing him at the races but will remember the fun times we had together racing.He was a great competitor and I always enjoyed talking with him at the races as he was one of the nicest guys I've met in racing. My condolences to the Naftzinger family .
Kauffman's BBQ Restaurant
March 27, 2017
Our condolences to the Naftzinger Family. He will be missed. Always enjoyed talking to Mark and Robin when they came to our restaurant. Mark always had some good stories to tell!
Chris and Laura Angstadt
March 27, 2017
Sorry for the loss of a great man. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Arlene Rhoads
March 27, 2017
Sorry for your loss Robin. More sorry I am unable to come to the services due to health problems. You have a lot of family to lean on. Let them help you and your son and family.
Luther Werner
March 27, 2017
Robin. So very sorry to hear about Mark.Our shared times from the Exide days will always be fondly remembered. God bless.
Anthony & Norma Mercado
March 26, 2017
Words can not express how sorry we are for the loss of a great guy, father and husband. He will forever be in our prayers. We know that he is home with the Lord looking down and protecting his loved ones.
EARL WEBBER & FAMILY
March 26, 2017
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE NAFTZINGER FAMILY FOR THERE LOSS OF MARK.
JOAN MURPHY
March 26, 2017
My deepest sympathy goes out for the NAFTZINGER family for the loss of mark.
Steven Moyer
March 26, 2017
Jamie and Robin. I had the pleasure of working with Mark for several years in Blandon and he was a good man and a good supervisor and I enjoyed working for him. I'm sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers to the two of you and the rest of the family
Lawrence Fessler
March 26, 2017
So sorry for your lost Marlene and John and Nevin and Doug
Jennifer Bowen
March 26, 2017
Thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Mark was a terrific person.
Florence Sienkiewicz
March 26, 2017
Prayers go out to the family as they go thru this time.Trust the Lord with all your heart and He will direct your path. Flo
Tom and Cheryl Snyder
March 25, 2017
Deepest condolences.sending prayers.
Lee Stauff
March 25, 2017
On behalf of Grace Bible Church of Hawk Mt our deepest sympathy and our prayers to your whole family. Lee Stauff, Sr. Pastor
Christine Lupo-Whalen
March 25, 2017
Naftzinger family: our sincere condolences & prayers to you all; such an unexpected tragedy.
Ted and Sylvia Knoblauch
March 24, 2017
Naftzinger family. Our deepest sympathies and prayers to you. You are on our minds and in our hearts.
JIM and Kathy Peifley
March 24, 2017
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Denise Brennan
March 24, 2017
Sorry for your loss. From another race family. Brennan Racing 555.
Cheryl, Jeff & Morgan Fick (Horton)
March 24, 2017
Naftzinger family ...
As I sit here, it is difficult to find the words to write on the loss of a truly great guy. There are so many racing memories of Mark, Robin and Jamie. You must have wonderful stories, trips and adventures of his life and the times that you shared. Be sure to let these great memories keep him alive in your hearts. Know that we are thinking and praying for you during this sad time. He is one who will be surely missed!
Gayle Bowman Zachary Harner
March 24, 2017
Doug, Amy and Mark's family...so sorry to hear of this tragedy. Although I didn't know Mark's immediate family. The Naftzinger family are wonderful, giving and kind people. There was a time in my life I needed someone on my side..and they done just that, without them I would not be where I am today. My heart is so deeply saddened by the loss of Mark and no words can make the family forget this tragic time in there lives. Heaven got one of the best...fly high Mr Mark..with love..
Dale & Pat Dierwechter
March 24, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to entire Naftzinger family.
Karen Roeder
March 24, 2017
My prayers are with the Naftzinger family. May God grant you peace and understanding.
Sam Schaeffer
March 24, 2017
Prayers for the Naftzinger family it was a privilege knowing Mark he will be missed greatly thanks for your help until we meet again R.I.P
Marissa Svenson
March 24, 2017
So sorry to hear of your family's loss. I got to know Mark through my last job. He was a great man, always cheerful and genuine. He inspired me to take the next step in my life and do better for myself and my daughter. He will be dearly missed.
Sue & Henry Wilt
March 23, 2017
So sorry for your loss ! Our deepest sympathies ! Thoughts and prayers sent .
Arthur Seigfried
March 23, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Dorothy Myers
March 23, 2017
Robin, Jamie and Family:
Mom and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mark's tragic passing. We have thought of little else all week except for him, and for you. We have been concerned about you and hope that you are finding comfort and healing. We have always enjoyed watching Mark get his cars ready for a big race and will miss him very much. There is a little cross in my driveway in memory of him. If there is anything we can do to help you in any way, please do not hesitate to come over and ask us.
Marcia and Dorothy Myers
Lisa & Leroy Riegel
March 23, 2017
So sorry for your loss,may you take solice knowing he's watching over everyone now.
Tom Vaccaro
March 23, 2017
Sorry for your loss Robin and jamie. I had the pleasure of working with Mark at metal sales. He spoke of both of you often. He shared his stories of working on his car, poker games and casinos. He gave me good advice about money. Told me that i need a cush fund. I am going to miss Mark dearly. God bless.
Mark Marks Sr
March 23, 2017
So sorry for your loss
Mark was such a great guy ....he will be missed by so many
RIP
March 23, 2017
It was a pleasure to know you and race with you ! Will miss you! Darrel Herman & family.
Jeb Charles
March 23, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Mark made the world a better place for everyone who knew him. May he rest in peace knowing he bettered so many lives.
March 23, 2017
It was a pleasure to know you and race with you. Will miss you. Darrel Herman & family.
Becky Otterbein
March 23, 2017
Mark, I only knew you for 3 years. Your stories, your jokes, your advice. I can still hear your voice over and over again. I'll miss it over the walkies at work. But I'll take my "I care pill" occasionally, I promise. Prayers and love to the family. Fly high Markie.
Robert Fetterhoff
March 23, 2017
Sorry for your loss
James & Paula Naftzinger
March 23, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers For Robin Jamie . My God shed his grace comfort & peace on you all.
Melissa and Jim Slaughter
March 23, 2017
With our deepest sympathies...we loved Mark and he will be sorely missed. God bless you all with peace and understanding in this tragic time of loss. God's speed Mark....
Dave Zimmerman
March 23, 2017
To the Naftzinger family I,m very sorry on your loss,he will surely be missed.Robin and Jamie take care
Bev Baver
March 23, 2017
Mark was a good man and will be deeply missed. God Bless the Naftzinger family.
March 23, 2017
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
The Josh Rex State Farm Agency, Orwigsburg, Pa.
Sue and Paul Lehman
March 23, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with Robin and the entire Naftzinger family. We loved Mark and will miss him and his sense of humor. He had a big heart and a bigger smile.
Bob and Jackie Sowers
March 23, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I am sure he is with Eddie And Marion now. God Bless all Families involved!!
frank stepp
March 23, 2017
prayers are with the family. he will be missed very much.
Chutty Renno and family
March 23, 2017
Thoughts,prayers,and our deepest sympathy to Robin,Jamie, and the Naftzinger family. R.I.P. Mark
Mark Krammes
March 23, 2017
Going to miss that smile and that laughter. Going to miss you Mark. You were one of the best people ever to walk this Earth my Friend! RIP buddy, and all thoughts and prayers are with your Families and Friends in this very difficult time. Im sure you will capture many checkered flags in Heaven, and one day we will all be back together again watching you do so in Gods eternal Kingdom. Not goodbye Mark, but "we will see you later".
Suzanne Warfield
March 23, 2017
I am so very sorry for the tragic loss of Mark. He lived his dream and his lesson to all was never give up on those things that truly matter in life. My heart embraces all of the Naftzinger family.God speed Mark. May your journey Home be joyful and may those of us that mourn you find comfort and peace in your memory.
Frank & Jeff
March 23, 2017
With sincere sympathy to the family for your loss.
Shelby Leymeister
March 23, 2017
To the Naftzinger family's. My deepest sympathy to all of you. Mark will be missed so much. He was an inspiration to a lot of people. God Rest His Soul. He will forever be in our hearts. RIP Mark
Bob Hannaway
March 23, 2017
I've worked with Mark for 10 years and admit he was a very good man. Knowledgeable, humorous, and trustworthy. He was top notch and will be missed.
Susan & Rose Moyer
March 22, 2017
To the Naftzinger, Bair, Trumbo families.....our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dennis and beverly Baver
March 22, 2017
With sincere sympathy to the family so sorry for your loss mark was liked by everyone
Penny (Moore) Behanna
March 20, 2017
Prayers to my cousin Robin and family in this difficult time. RIP Mark.
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