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MARK NIGH Obituary

Mark Nigh Mark Brian Nigh died May 25, 2014 of injuries incurred in a tragic accident when struck by an out of control vehicle. Mark was born October 10, 1957 to Glenn and Phyllis Nigh. Mark was preceded in death by his son William (Billy), father Glenn and brother Gregory and survived by his wife Mary Margaret, children James Michael, Timothy Paul, Mark Anthony (Tony), Valentina Marie and Sky Anne, his mother Phyllis, brothers Kris and Glenn and sister Tracy, and spouses. Mark was born and lived his entire life in University Place. Ever a mentor and coach to young people, Mark was a volunteer in youth baseball, football, wrestling, and lacrosse over a span of 25 years. Mark was known as "the glass man", having spent his entire adult life in all aspects of the glass business. Mark was employed by City Glass. He was a member of St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. The Funeral Mass will be held at St Charles, Tuesday, June 3, 2014, 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations for the family may be made at www.youcaring.com/memorial-fundraiser/in-memory-of-mark-nigh-/183088 or at branches of Columbia Bank. Please sign the on-line guest book with your favorite memory or condolences for the family at www.havenrest.com

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on May 29, 2014.

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Josie Tobacco

June 9, 2014

Mark was a great man and his legacy will live on forever. Mary, Phyllis, Timmy, Jimmy, Tony, Valentina and Sky you're all in my prayers. Sending love your way.

Gail Gunovich/Clarke

June 3, 2014

The Nigh Family is in my thoughts and prayers.

donna Valeta

June 1, 2014

Our familys thoughts and prayers are with you always. He was such a inspiration for his teams and they loved him win or lose. You will be missed dearly.

John Morrison

May 30, 2014

So sad to hear this, I know he will be missed. What a great and kind man. Love John and Cindy Morrisin

Pastor Jay

May 30, 2014

Valentina & Sky - your friends at AWANA are praying for you!

Casey Jackson

May 30, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Nigh family during this painful time.

May 30, 2014

Mary and family, words never really can sum up the feeling of loss. Take care of eachother. Our deepest sympathy, Madge and Warren

Rick Strong

May 30, 2014

Mark was a great guy and while he will live in our memories forever he will be missed in the here and now.

Ivy Colberg

May 29, 2014

Mary and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and the kids during this difficult time. Love you!
Mark, you were a great man and will be missed terribly.

Janet Floss/Sundstrom

May 29, 2014

So sorry for your loss, a horrible tragedy. My deepest sympathy to the Nigh family

Jan Davis

May 29, 2014

Mary and family, Mark was such a wonderful person, loved by everyone. I cant even begin to tell you how saddened I am. My heart aches for you all. All my love, Jan

Katie Davis

May 29, 2014

Cousin Mark was an amazing person who did such great things and had such a huge love in his heart for everyone. Mark please look over us from up in heaven and please give all the family up there some love for me... You are already missed and very loved. xoxo

May 29, 2014

May the grace of God find all those who grieve. The list will be many, Mark was known and loved by Many. My thoughts and prayers go Mary and her children. May the good Lord be with YOU. My deepest thoughts.

Charlie (Coach C.) Jessen

May 29, 2014

A loss of a good friend and coaching foe. Tears in my eyes while I write this. Mark and I just talked last week and we were planning a joint coaching veture to get Lax back into the Native Americans life. What a great guy. Miss you and good luck starting a Lax team in Heaven.

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