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Mark Stanek Obituary
STANEK, 28
LAKELAND - Mark David Stanek, 28, passed away Nov. 28, 2010 as the result of heart failure.
Mark was born Jan. 24, 1982 in Hammond, IN. He will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He was a wonderful young man full of love and generosity. Mark loved skateboarding, music, cars, movies and exploring the unknown. He loved his family, especially his brother Chris who he strived to make proud.
Mark is survived by his parents, Heidi and Frank Allegato; brother, Chris Stanek; sister, Brandie (Brandon) Love; father and stepmother, Mark D. and Mary Beth Stanek; grandparents, Steve Housty and Pam Stanek; and numerous aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be Fri. from 5-6 pm at Gentry-Morrison Southside Chapel, 1727 Bartow Rd., Lakeland. Services will follow at 6 pm at the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Stanek
Art Ciesla
December 17, 2010
To The Family;
I'm Geoff's dad and I had the priviage of knowing Mark during brief encountrs when he was much younger. A wonderful young man and a terrific friend to both my son's Geoff and Nick who grew up with him as neighbors. My heartfelt condolences to you all during this difficult time. Geoff and I spent a lot of time talking about your family as being his own and how much Mark will forever leave a void in his life and is missed terribly.
Tammy Cyphert
December 6, 2010
Mark you were my very first boyfriend back in elementarty school and I couldn't have pick a better boyfriend!You were the sweetest most caring guy I ever met! I will never forget you cuz you'll always be in my heart and on my mind! I love you and miss you more than anyone will ever know!
Loretta Hackney
December 4, 2010
Hedi my heart goes out to you and your family i cant imagine the heart ache you are expericing right now and the saying it will take time and as the days go by it will get easier but the loss of a child is harder then most in life so stay strong you do have friends that are here for support and shoulders to cry on my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Sandy Young
December 4, 2010
May God bless each of you in this time of need; He will comfort you if you let Him. keep your memories of Mark close at all times and speak of them often; memories are a great comfort.
Brad Hellerich
December 3, 2010
What a wonderfull person! The good memories skating will never be forgotten.
December 3, 2010
Heidi, Frank and Chris,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult moment. May the Lord give you the strength and peace you need as Mark is now truly in a better place.
God bless you.
The Montoyas
Dark
December 3, 2010
Here's to the good that died so young... *pour out a li'l Henny* for my homies.
The Belcher Family
December 3, 2010
Peace, Prayers and Blessings. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate to ask.
Darrin Gugala
December 2, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
December 2, 2010
Mrs. Stanek,
Our deepest sympathy to you, your husband and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you!!
The Delli Colli Family
Matt Mead
December 2, 2010
Mark, it was truly an honor to know you. I miss you man, I can't help but smile when you come to mind and I wish your family the best.
Michelle Palazzolo
December 2, 2010
For some moments in life there are no words, this is one of those moments, Good Bye my friend you are loved.. Michelle Palazzolo
Joy Sarratt
December 2, 2010
Heidi and Frank, all my love and prayers to you, Chris and your families. I love you guys.....Rest in Peace Mark.
Tim Hancock
December 1, 2010
Glad that I met you at school . You will be missed. My prayer's are with you and your family.
chastity evers
December 1, 2010
im so sorry mark,my heart and love go out to your family.See you when I come beyond the stars.
James Driscoll
December 1, 2010
mark you will be missed buddy.
Reggie Jenkins
December 1, 2010
You will be missed classmate. I remember Mark from Rochelle School of the Arts. He was an easy going kinda fella who was a friend to everyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Mark.
Ashley Adams
December 1, 2010
Rest In Peace Mark, Ive never gotten to know you too well, but have always known of you and cared. Much love and sorrows to you and ur family. never forgotten
Alyssa Vandivier
December 1, 2010
"There are times in life God lets us go through things to bring out the best n who we are. Sometimes our Success in life isn't what we achieve, but what we over come."
The Vandivier/Dustal family
December 1, 2010
To the Stanek and Allegato family.. I truly am sorry for your loss. I know from experiance this is one of the HARDEST things you'll ever go through but you will get through it, I promise. Please keep your heads held high and stay strong. We will be there for you guys Friday. Let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do for any of you and I truly mean that. We are thinking about you daily!!!
Amanda Ritchey
December 1, 2010
Our deepest thoughts and sympathy go out to the family & friends of Mark! Celebrate his life and always remember the person he was and may God be with you!
Piper Pope
December 1, 2010
I love you, Mark. To the Allegato and Stanek families, you are in my prayers. Mark was my brother from another mother and will be in my heart forever. I love you guys!
jamie hill
December 1, 2010
rest in peace buddy u touched the lives of many an will be dearly missed
December 1, 2010
Mrs. Stanek may you and your husband find comfort that your son is with our God. Our Deepest Sympathy to your family!
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Radziwiecki Family
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