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Cincinnati, OH - Mark Anthony Durkan, 45 died Oct. 21, 2012. Mark was born Jan. 18,1967 in Worcester, MA the son of Mary (Carney) Durkan and the late Anthony Durkan and was the brother of the late Sean Durkan. Along with his mother, he is survived by family and friends from around the globe.
Mark was a graduate of Doherty High School, University of Massachusetts in Amherst and Optician School in Worcester. Mark started working part time at Lenscrafters as an optician and quickly moved up the ranks. Mark found his passion in the gift of sight program. It is there Mark was instrumental in developing and creating the charitable foundation that helped the world to see. Mark initially traveled across the country with the Vision Van and traveled the globe helping people who needed him most. Mark gave his time and talent to those in need. His passion for family, friends and giving will live on within the hearts of all who loved him.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, March 2nd at 11:30 am at Our Lady of Providence Church (formerly St. Bernard's), 228 Lincoln St., Worcester.
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Tina (Manoogian) Healey
February 27, 2013
Many fond memories of Mark will remain with me always. May Mark rest in peace. Prayers of comfort and strength to you, Mary, for your loss.
Love,
Tina
Lisa Coakley
February 26, 2013
Dear Mary,
I am so sorry to have heard about Mark. He was such a good person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Lisa
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