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Mark Farrar Obituary

MARK FARRAR, 41 ROCKFORD - Mark Farrar, 41, of Rockford went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 15, 2015, in Rockford. Born September 30, 1973, in Chicago. Married Heather Gibson in October 2001. Mark was a loving and devoted husband; and wonderful father to his children, whom he loved dearly. His fun loving spirit will be missed by his family and friends. Survived by his wife, Heather; children, Wesley "Colin" Gibson, Hannah, Delilah and Adyson Farrar; mother, Theresa (Troy) Boutin; mom Sharon and grill buddy, Mike Owens; siblings, Jen, Justin, Pasha, Loretta, Kelli and Jason; father and mother-in-law, Carey and Lynn Gibson; sister and brother-in-law, Becca and Stephen Smith; brother-in-law, Billy Gibson; aunt, Davida Ellen Williams. Preceded in death by his infant daughter, Kali Farrar; grandparents; father, Paul Spandikow; and great-aunt and uncle, Vera and Francis Correia. Celebration of Life at 3 p.m. Thursday, May 21, 2015, at Heartland Community Church, 1280 South Alpine Rd., Rockford. Pastor John Brennan will officiate. Memorial visitation at 2 p.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mark's memory may be made to farrarkids.org. Grace Funeral & Cremation Services is assisting the family. Please visit graceFH.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 20 to May 21, 2015.

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Aunt Darlene

May 16, 2025

Markie it's aunt Darlene I miss you so much I wish you were here now your mom is gone too I miss her too I'm lost without you and I don't know where Troy went I tried to contact him with o response . I love you markie .

Aunt Darlene

May 14, 2022

I miss you Marky i hope you got your wings. I bet you your mom dad and your mom and Steve,Michael are having a great time up there with the lord.we sure miss you all down here .god bless you

Aunt darlene

August 23, 2021

I miss you markie. Love Aunt Darlene

Darlene bobczyk

August 23, 2021

Mark I miss you and your mom and Uncle Steve so so much ! Iove you all . Rest in peace . Your Aunt Darlene

Julie Granzow

August 23, 2017

To my cousin Markie, Our hearts will always be with you & always were! Love Julie & family, Dion & Darlene.

Julie Granzow

August 22, 2017

The last time I saw my cousin Markie he had green hair. I got second hand information about him & what was going on in his life through his biological mom, Theresa Boutin (Granzow), my aunt. I took for granted I would see him again one day. Guess not. I'll always remember my cousin. He didn't this. My heart will always be with him.

Victoria

May 23, 2015

I did not know Mark personally, but Sharon has shown me photos of him, his children and wife. He always had a smile on his face. I could see that he was full of love for his family.
My heart is heavy for all who are feeling his loss, and may the memories you have of Mark bring you comfort in the coming years.

Jason Owens

May 21, 2015

Although I had roughly 500 things that I wish I could have articulated to family and friends of Mark, I spent today's ceremony being awkward and small-talking to people who I feel very close to. I'm not very good at these sorts of things.

What I will say now, for what it's worth, my heart goes out to Heather, Colin, Hannah, Delilah, and Adyson.. as well as the entire family.

Mark was not only a great guy, but a friend and a brother to me. Even with his issues, he still managed to help out in times of need. I am forever grateful to have had the chance to know him and I will miss him deeply.

Paul Spandikow

May 20, 2015

Although I find it hard to believe you are gone, I will keep your family in my thoughts and pray for the ones who are left to fill the void like the one in my heart.

The Mundells

May 20, 2015

Heather, we are so sorry. Know that you and the kids are all in our prayers.

Karla Smith

May 20, 2015

Dear Justin and family, may your hearts rest easy and know your brother is in the lords arms now . May you all support each other and honor him forever

Sharon Owens

May 20, 2015

You'll always be in my heart, Mark. Love, Mom

Heather, you and the kids have my love and support.

Samantha

May 20, 2015

Heather, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort and strengthen you always.

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