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Mark Fane Obituary
Born: September 6, 1969
Died: October 25, 2023
Mark Allen Fane, 54, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 at his home in Jacksonville, Florida. Mark was born September 6, 1969 in Sterling, Illinois to Roger and Barbara Fane. Mark loved growing up in Dixon with cousins during the summers, riding bikes, fishing, camping, and of course, exploring new adventures.
Mark graduated from Dixon High School in 1987. He continued his education by attending Sauk Valley College, graduating with two associate's degrees in corrections and criminal justice. During Mark's career, he worked as a police officer in Mendota, Illinois, deputy sheriff in LaSalle County, and achieving his dreaming of becoming an Illinois State Trooper at the age of 29. Mark was on the Executive Detail for 11 years, guarding two governors. Mark retired from the Illinois State Police as a Master Trooper in 2019. Mark moved to Florida to enjoy his retirement years.
Mark was a devoted son, father, brother and uncle. He always loved watching his son Devon play baseball and hockey. He was a very proud father, always wanting to spend time with Devon.
Mark will be remembered for his love of renovating every home he owned, spending time at the gym, watching his son and nephews play any sport, and the love for his mother.
Mark is survived by his son, Devon Fane of Dixon, IL; his mother, Barbara Fane of Dixon, IL; his sister, Laurie Fane and nephews, Ryan and Danny Heston of Annawan, IL; aunts, Kathy Lane of Dixon, IL and Mary (Dennis) Morrison of Champaign, IL; and several cousins.
He was predeceased by his father, Roger Fane; and his maternal grandmother, Erna Lane.
Services will be at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dixon on November 18, 2023. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m., with the funeral at 12:00 p.m. at the church. An honor guard by the Illinois State Police will be presented at the visitation and funeral. A luncheon will be provided at the Elks on Route 38 in Dixon, IL at 2:00 p.m.
A memorial is established at Mark's request to Sauk Valley College's Criminal Justice Program.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Fane
Howard Baxter
November 28, 2023
I recently found out about Mark's passing. Sincere condolences to the family. We were CC97 classmates. God bless.
David Graham
November 21, 2023
My condolences to his family. Mark was a good trooper and CC97 classmate. He will be missed.
Tom Gartner ISP
November 21, 2023
Good guy. CC 97 represent.
Tom Gartner #4551 ISP
Martin L Rubio Retired ISP D#1 ID #3011
November 17, 2023
I worked with Mark during his early years with ISP D#1. Mark was a very likeable guy. My deepest sympathies to his family. RIP Mark
Kevin Hoop
November 16, 2023
It was an honor knowing you Mark. I´m proud to have served with you in the ISP and happy you were able to retire in 2019 and enjoy life. Until we meet again brother.
Lt. Kevin W. Hoop # 5002
CC 97
Tammi Howard
November 15, 2023
Mark was a very amazing man actually dated in HS so sad my heart goes out to the entire family gone to soon thoughts and prayers with you all god bless
Kim lewis
November 15, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. As God called him home just remember that he will continue watching over you and guiding you.
Joyce Heaton
November 15, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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