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Thom Montgomery
October 19, 2010
Mark was an extraordinarily helpful man who worked with me to sort out the family lineage based on DNA studies. He was most patient and generous with his time.
Shariff Jackson
December 8, 2009
My first memory of Mark, is of him missing my very first job interview, I met with someone else. He called later to setup another interview, so I’m thinking alright a second interview.
After the interview, he says, we don’t have any openings right now, the 1st time I wanted to strangle him. For 1 year monthly I called to see if there were any openings, then I was offered a clerical position, (I interviewed for a programmer). I got the job on the recommendation of both my 1st interviewer and Mark. My 1st day of work, he handed me an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of paper, our time sheet, he neglected to tell me we got paid once a month, I began on the 6th of August this was the 2nd time I wanted to strangle him. BUT seriously Mark was a very compassionate man, he wanted to see everyone do well, he pushed me to talk to my 1st year boss about switching over to that programming job, which I did and finally got. I found out later from Sam Fountain that my story of secretary to programmer became a selling point he used in hiring new recruits.
I’ll miss him.
Alan Cohen
December 7, 2009
As a friend and manager, Mark has left a legacy of honesty and compassion. As a father and husband I trust that his soul lives on in the memories and deeds that have been ingrained in your lives. I will forever cherrish those memories and continue to enrich my life and all the lives he has touched.
Love,
Alan
Theresa Vitek
November 9, 2009
Dear Auntie Gigi, Rose, Adela, William, and Mary Ann,
Uncle Mark, perhaps unknowingly, helped graduate from Marymount University. I will forever be thankful for his kind generosity; allowing me to crash his house very early in the morning and very late in the evening to have a place to study, eat, sleep, and rest between classes and my office life; I would not have made it without the tender care of your family.
I will keep the memory of his stimulating discussions and financial advice as close to my heart as I used to keep his Arlington Crime Watch emails front-and-center in my inbox. I will remember him as a great man--a brilliant, generous, loving father and husband--who left a lasting impact on all of us.
I love you all dearly and am here for you always.
Susan Gatti
November 1, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William & Maryanne,
“The measure of a man is not what he accumulates in life, but the impact he has on others”. Mark touched many people, and his impact is greatest seen through his family. He and Gigi have done a marvelous job in giving them a sound foundation in life. A loving husband and father, whose subtle and gentle nature will greatly be missed by everyone who knew him.
Extending our deepest sympathy to you for your loss, and hoping that the outpouring of support and care from everyone will give you comfort, peace, and help you all through this time of sorrow. Know that we are always here when you need anything.
Lots of Love,
Susan, Bruce, Travis, Gina & Cristi
Bernice Sturdavant
October 27, 2009
I knew Mark for a number of years at APD; he was a very conscientious employee. He streamlined our LAN support and in general made life a lot easier for us. He was so intelligent and he loved to talk about alternative medicine and his special kind of diet. I will miss he greatly, my sincere condolences goes out to his family. May God bless his family and may his soul rest in peace.
Patty Limjap
October 26, 2009
Dear Auntie Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and Mary Ann,
There are so many stories about Mark that will keep his memory alive for many years but the greatest story he left behind is in his beautiful, talented and funny kids. I love you guys.
Love,
Ninang/Ate Patty
JD Stewart
October 25, 2009
To everyone – a hand to lend
To everyone - a teacher, friend
You showed the way with thoughts and deeds
Finding time to meet the needs of others
Some you scarce knew If they were lost you'd find a clue
To set them straight, get back on track
Never a thought if they'd pay you back
Your life too short, you touched us all
In memory, you stand so tall
Of friends I've had from coast to coast
Of all those friends, I'll miss you most
Niki and John Halkedis
October 24, 2009
Dear Rose, Adela, William, Mary Ann and Gigi,
Girls and William, I never had the pleasure to meet your dad. However, your mom has shared with me wonderful stories of him with each of you. You dad loved you very much and will continue to do so from heaven. He was a terrific dad and loving husband.
It will get easier as time goes by. However, don't worry, you will never forget the great memories you have. You get to carry those with you through your whole life. Rose and Adela - since Mary Ann is so young, you will need to be sure to let her know how great your dad was by sharing those great memories with her.
Gigi, you are a strong, loving and caring mother and woman. However, even the strongest may ask for help. Please call for anything at anytime. I'm sorry I haven't been in touch the last several months. I wish I would have been there for you. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Niki and John
October 24, 2009
Dear Auntie Gigi, Rose, Adela, William, and Mary Ann,
Here are some words that I wrote for Uncle Mark:
The first memory I have of Uncle Mark is of the time he offered to pay me to pull the weeds out in their backyard. I was about 5 or 6 years old, and I made sure every weed was gone because Uncle Mark was just the type you did not want to disappoint. Thanks to him, I also had college credit by the time I was in the 7th grade and an internship with the State Department this past summer. From him, I learned the importance of having a good work ethic and always doing your best. In fact, one of the songs he sang to his children goes “There’s no such thing as a magic bullet—the key to success is hard work.”
You basically had to force Uncle Mark to take a vacation from work—for their honeymoon, Auntie Gigi had to ask his boss to give him time off, because he wouldn’t do it himself. Don’t get me wrong—it’s not that Uncle Mark didn’t want to spend time with his family. We all know he just worked so hard because he wanted to provide for them and give them the best. And he did give them the best, from their wonderful education at St. Ann’s, to every extra-curricular they could ever imagine pursuing.
No matter how busy he was, though, Uncle Mark always found the time to help other people. Even as he struggled with ALS, he never hesitated to help someone out—Auntie Gigi told me about the time when he offered to help his nurse find a car. Even though he was bed ridden, we all know how savvy Uncle Mark was with a computer—knowing him, he probably found a car online, looked up the blue book value on it, read consumer reports on the car, set up an appointment with a car mechanic to have it inspected, requested its maintenance records, and figured out the gas mileage. We saw that even though his body was weak, his spirit and charity continued to thrive within him.
His spirit also lives on in his four children—Rose, Adela, William, and Mary Ann. You see it in Rose’s reserved manner, Adela’s love for reading, William’s love for their dogs, and Mary Ann’s strong will. Uncle Mark was, and is, so proud of his children. Anytime you talked to him, he would just gush about their latest and greatest accomplishments.
He frequently sang them a song that Mary Ann will probably be happy to sing for you later on—“Save your money, don’t buy anything—and soon you will be rich.” Trust me, they truly are rich—rich with love and support from everyone around them. But sorry, Uncle Mark, but we will probably be taking a shopping trip or two!
Uncle Mark, I want you to know that your family will be well taken care of. I think we can see that through the community that has gathered here to be with them today. We will ensure that the values that you instilled in your children, and the love that you gave to your family, will never fade. We will be good role models, mentors, and friends. We won’t let you down, Uncle Mark—we will do you proud.
Lots of love,
Ate Grace
October 23, 2009
Dear Aunt Gigi, Rose, Adela, William & Mary Ann,
Uncle Mark was very resourceful and could offer guidance whenever a question was asked. He was very deliberate with his answers and if you took the time to listen it was time well spent. He accomplished many goals in his life but he was most proud of his children. He will be greatly missed but will live on through each of you and every person that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Felix, Jenn & Isabelle
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi,Rose,Adela,William and Mary Ann,
We will remember Mark when Rose was a three months old baby and how protective he was of her. We saw his tenderness, pride and joy of a father holding his first born.
He will be missed and we share your loss. God's love and comfort be with you in this time of sorrow.
Love from Roy,Anita,Daniel,Sarah&Jason
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi,Rose,Adela,William & Mary Ann,
You've all been in our thoughts and prayers these past weeks. We hope to see you all soon.
Love,
Matt,Lucy,Steven&Isabella
Lee Jeter
October 23, 2009
I met Mark as a work associate. He was always one of the folks who showed an interest in his work; he seemed to care about what he did, and that he did it well. As time went on, Mark consistently demonstrated that he was always one of the people you could count on when there was a need.
As good as he was at his professional job, what really stood out about him was his commitment to the things he believed in. He was a staunch libertarian. He firmly believed that the government wasn’t the solution to our societal ills, that human intelligence, given to us by God, is far more powerful on an individual basis than that from the government. As much as he held those beliefs, and let me know about them, I never felt he was preaching in a way that was overbearing. He was patient enough to present the issue as he saw it and not get into emotional debates. As time went by, I found myself agreeing with more and more of what he talked about.
I fully sympathize with the loss all of his family members have suffered. He deeply loved his family, and he talked about each one frequently. While the loss of Mark to his family is truly immeasurable, I have lost a friend and a kindred spirit. God bless you Mark for your ability to shine your ideas and beliefs through to someone as stubborn as me.
Monica Harris
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Mary Ann, William, Adela, and Rose,
We truly appreciate the friendship with your family through the years. My husband, Dr. Justin Harris was given the honor to be there as the Godfather to Rose and he has remained grateful. We are also fortunate to have spent time with you all and Mark up until two days before his passing.
Mark was a wonderful and caring husband and dad. His memory will live on.
We are always here for all of you.
Dr. Justin, Monica, Amara, and Adaora Harris.
Shirley Pearson
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Adela, William and Mary Ann,
Mark and I met when I joined the APD division of the State Department in June of 1995. He was always ready and willing to help in everyway, and I called on him frequently. Over the years, we became good friends and seldom went more than a week or so without talking. I'll miss those exchanges with this gentle, giving man so very much. He was probably one of the most intelligent people I have had the privelege of meeting, but in that intelligence, so humble. How he treasured you, his family, and was so proud of each and every one of you.
Treasure the loving memories of the joyful times you had together and gain strength and hope from them. In my memory he will live on. I pray that God's love and comfort will carry you through your grief.
Emilia King
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Mary Ann, William, Adela, and Rose,
Mark was a wonderful husband and father. We will never forget his gentle and kind ways. On a personal note, I owe him so much, from my first "real" job at the State Department to the pleasure of having tutored all four of his children.
May you always remember that you have our love and support.
Love,
Emilia, David, and Ella King
Ofelia Vitek
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and Mary Ann,
Mark’s generosity and fatherly concern have been imprinted in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. He willingly devoted his time to mentoring others and was always optimistic looking for ways to solve problems, offering whatever help he could to bring about a solution. In these and in his many other positive qualities, he was an inspiration to those whose lives he touched. Mark will be remembered and will be missed.
We love you and will keep you in our prayers.
The Vitek Family - Chuck, Ofie, Tisa and Matt
Thom Montgomery
October 23, 2009
Grateful memories of Mark for all his kind help. Indeed, he does live on through his family and friends and through his work - a wonderful legacy.
October 23, 2009
Dearest Mary Ann, William, Adela, Rose and Gigi,
We Love You.
toPaz
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William & Mary Ann,
We share your sorrow at Mark's passing. Please accept our condolences. May God's presence gives you peace and comfort at this difficult time. Let us know if there's something we can do for you. Take care.
Love from John, Winnie & Lauren
The Elizaga Family - Ron, Nova and Roman
October 23, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and Mary Ann,
I will always remember Mark as being committed to his family. He worked hard, and the education of his children was a top priority. Soft-spoken with a gentle way about him, he was a thoughtful, intelligent person who never seemed to let things bother him. He will be missed but he lives on through all of you.
Please come to us if you need anything - now and always.
Albertina Hanson-Takyi
October 22, 2009
Dear Gigi and children
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless.
Ben Elias
October 22, 2009
I worked with Mark as a member of the LAN team for more than five years. He was our team lead and by far the best supervisor I've ever worked with. I learned so much from him. Mark was a very kind and always helpful person whom we all miss.
My thoughts and prayers go to you and the children. God bless.
Bill Schaffer
October 22, 2009
Hi,
I worked with Mark for close to 10 years. Mark was always ready and willing to help everyone. He is missed. God Bless You. Bill
Dan Dyke
October 22, 2009
Mark will live on in my memory and in the memories of many people from Geneva Software. I was lucky enough to meet Mark in the 1980's when we both worked at the Department of State. He was definitely a "go-to guy". If Mark couldn't resolve a technical problem, no one could.
Mark talked of you, his family, often and was extremely proud of his children.
The world lost a very good soul with Mark's death, but a piece of him will live on in our thoughts.
Carrie Fox-Myers
October 22, 2009
Hello Gigi,
I worked with Mark at the PASS Office. He was a very helpful and kind man who is missed dearly in this office. Whenever anyone had a problem, Mark was the first to offer assistance. He was very thoughtful as well.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. Mark's life was full of love. I'm sure he is smiling down on all of you from heaven.
Lucia and Mike Freilich
October 21, 2009
Gigi, Rose, Adela, William, & Mary Anne,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Mark was a great and loving husband, father and a friend. He was a quiet, sincere and caring man, who brought into this world 4 wonderful, cute and smart kids. We will never forget him. Although it is difficult to see beyond the tears, we hope that the many fond memories will leave a smile on your faces forever.
Judy & Roger Anderson
October 21, 2009
Hello, I’m Judy, one of Mark's many cousins in the Watt family. We want you to know how Mark valued family.
The house where Mark grew up near Annandale with his sister Lynn and my Aunt Bernice and Uncle Monty was a bike ride away from the farm of his grandparents and Aunt Anne and Uncle Lawrence. Across the road from there was the house of Aunt Mary and Uncle Clarence, my parents.
These are some of Aunt Mary's memories of Mark over the years:
Mark was a regular visitor to Nana’s nearly every Saturday, to see what they were doing and to talk, or to read the Encyclopaedia Britannica. We think he may have read the entire set. It was typical that all the family spent some of nearly every Sunday at the grandparents' house.
When my daughters began to have boyfriends or husbands visiting, Mark became interested in visiting with them. I recall how he enjoyed roughhousing with Jay and how John listened as Mark gave serious and thorough answers to his questions. There was a day when Mark thought it was great fun to bend back the thumb of every adult who would tolerate it. Then someone bent back Mark's thumb and there was a stunned look. The annoying stunt stopped and respectful play and conversation resumed.
By Mark's teen years we moved to a house on the Chesapeake in Mathews County that required extensive rehab. During several summers Mark spent long stretches of time helping Clarence on the house, even bringing his beagle along for some of the time. He worked hard.
One summer he also found himself a job at a local tastee-freeze. When his employer increased Mark's hours without increasing his pay, Mark finally confronted the woman and quit the job when she didn't respond fairly. But that was his start in fast food. He told someone not long after that he would be a millionaire by the time he was 28.
Back in Northern Virginia Mark dropped in on his grandmother and Anne and Lawrence with some frequency, and we always saw him there every Thanksgiving and Christmas. Throughout
the years when Mark was working and studying online for his degree and for software engineer certification, he maintained a regular telephone connection with me. At least once when he needed a place to hole up for serious exam study he drove down, disappeared into an upstairs bedroom
and barely emerged for a meal. A typical Mark call was about an hour long, and often we spoke about Watt family history in Fairfax and Mark’s genealogy research of the Montgomery’s.
A day came when Mark brought Gigi to meet Clarence and me and Anne and Lawrence, and we all witnessed a remarkable transformation from that point in his life. Soon the phone calls were focused on the trials of being a homeowner and the progress of each and every child. We knew as soon as Rose could read, and we knew when Mark worried that Adela was too
interested in everything besides reading. We knew when Mark discovered first hand with William that boys are indeed different.
Every summer Mark and Gigi brought the children for at least one visit and I would round up my daughters and great-grandchildren to be with their cousins. We were all proud when Mark and Gigi honored his old Aunts by giving their names to Mary Ann, and even more proud when we got to know the live-wire she is.
We know first hand that family meant the world to Mark.
9/26/09
October 21, 2009
Dearest Gigi,
You have been a strong fortress to your young family during Mark's farewell. I, myself, felt God's comfort on what you have shown. Your lovely bearing reflects on what Mark has made you as a beautiful wife.
Dear Rose,
It was so beautiful to see you standing strong next to your mom as the oldest child during your dad's, Mark, memorial service. You are the luckiest among your siblings to have known your dad for the longest time. You are always demure and quiet and I hope that you will continue to share your loving memories about your dad especially to Mary Ann.
Dear Adel,
The first time I get to meet your dad, Mark, was when you were asked to do the Bible reading during Simbang Gabi. You probably were only in Second Grade, but you were awesome that everyone in Simbang Gabi even Father Creedon had to congratulate your parents. I can just imagine how proud your dad is with you.
Hello William,
You will be the bearer of your dad's, Mark, good name. I know that having a mom like Gigi, you will grow-up to be like him - smart, kind, and most of all loving.
Hi Mary Ann,
Thank heavens for Rose, Adel, William and Mom, Gigi. You will not miss out anything about how wonderful your dad, Mark, is. If that may not be enough, there are hundreds more of us that can tell you how wonderful, helpful, good person, loving he is. We are thankful for his life and being a part of your lovely family.
This loving thoughts is shared by the Roa Family of Arlington, Virginia. Friends from Simbang Gabi.
Litong, Rachel, Cami, Krysta and Iva
Dulce Prasarn
October 21, 2009
Kamol and I will always be grateful to Mark for opening the doors for our son, Felix, to be able to reach where he is now. We will also remember all the great family events we had shared together, both the happy ones as well as the sad ones. WE thank God for the time He allowed us to be with him here on earth and look forward to meeting up with him again someday in the company of our Lord forever. Thanks for everything, Mark!
Kamol, Dulce and Family
Popoy, Ching, Angel, Jonjon, Melynn & CJ Limjap
October 21, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and Mary Ann,
Our vivid memory of all of you is a young family with a baby girl who we just learned is already in the nursery school. We want to tell Mary Ann how proud she will be about her late dad once she gets to fully understand who he was as a father from her siblings, as a husband from her mom, and as a person from his friends and relatives. He will surely stay in the memories of those people whose lives he touched and affected. May God bless you and keep all of you in His loving care so you will feel the warmth of His fatherly love. We will continue to pray for the repose of Mark's soul.
Mercedes Bautista
October 21, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and Mary Anne,
We are so fortunate to have been friends of your family for a long time. The departure of Mark from this life is indeed very sad. However, he leaves us enduring memories. We will never forget his strongest suits - his soft spoken, often silent acts even simply to ask "how can I help you". May his dauntless love for his family be an inspiration to all of us. God bless you, Mark, in that larger life. Your loved ones will be OK. From Tony & Ched.
Popoy & Ching Limjap
October 21, 2009
Dear Gigi, Rose, Adela, William and the baby Girl
Mark has been so admirable as a friend and a family man. He is so unique and steadfast in his values and his simple life style. He was able to discover, understand and appreciate the meaning and purpose of his life while he was with us in this world. He carried his message clearly and graciously while he was alive. We believe that he has completed his mission of making us all understand the Essence of Life. We will remember him for that. His memory will stay with us even if we are hundreds and thousands of miles away from you and the loved ones he left behind. We love you all!
Judy Montgomery Becker
October 20, 2009
Sorry to be so late signing the book, but I have been out of the country, in Istanbul Turkey. Like many others, Mark touched my life by weaving my extended family about me, and always helping all of us learn more about ourselves. I know he is with God, and he will be with us all forever.
Nellie Montgomery Mitchell
October 15, 2009
Mark Montgomery has a heritage that will never die--bringing the Montgomery family together through the DNA project. I did not have the privilege of meeting him personally but have talked to him on the telephone. He was very energetic and helpful. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Patty Barden
October 1, 2009
Dear Gigi and children,
I am very sorry to hear about Mark. He was a very skilled and accomplished professional, who was always a pleasure to work with. His knowledgeable and gentlemanly approach to people and situations always inspired confidence and assurance. Please accept my deepest sympathy and hope for bright memories and a good future for your family.
Andrea Montgomery Adams
September 28, 2009
Gigi, We do pray that God will grace you and your children with his comfort during this difficult time. He does not promise us happiness, but he does promise not to leave us.
Michael Fannon
September 28, 2009
I read the obituary in today's post and my parents have had 2 friends die from ALS, both in their 50's. I did not know Mr. Montgomery, but when I read the story I couldn't help but to send my sympathy. The family will be in my prayers.
Pastor Carol Edmonds
September 28, 2009
Cecila:
You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless.
Sam Sharpless Jr
September 28, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
September 27, 2009
Dear Friends and Family,
Most of you don't know me, but I am Mark's only sister. Mark was very proud of this project and loved the connections he was able to make with you. His quest for learning more about the genealogical history of the Montgomery family using DNA meant so much to him. He would be glad to know that the project will continue to grow even though he is no longer with us. Thank you for your support and condolences.
Sincerely,
Lynn Montgomery Nocera
Lewis Cleveland
September 26, 2009
Gigi,
Please accept my heartfelt codolences.
May the many pleasant memories substain
you and your family in these trying times.
Sincerely,
Lewis Cleveland
September 26, 2009
To Our Dear Friends and Family,
Thank you so much for your overwhelming love and support to our family. We greatly appreciate you. We will definitely miss our wonderful, generous, loving, and intelligent Mark. Please continue to pray for us. He would love to see his project bloom. Thank you so much for everything.
Sincerely,
Gigi Quileste Montgomery
Keith Ott
September 25, 2009
Along with many other Montgomery families our family found the link to our "emigrant ancestor" thru the project that Mark coordinated ... his help was wonderful and he will be greatly missed by us all.
Keith Montgomery Ott
Kathryn Gagliardi
September 25, 2009
Please accept my condolences during this difficult time. Even though I did not know Mark personally, I am sure he was a wonderful man.
With sincere sympathy,
Kathryn Montgomery Gagliardi
September 25, 2009
My sympathies to Mark's family. I corresponded with Mark a few times via email regarding the Montgomery surname DNA project. He certainly was a good administrator and seemed like a very nice man. We found many other Montgomery relatives on the DNA project that he started. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Jackson Montgomery-Devoni
Andrea Montgomery Adams
September 25, 2009
Because of Mark, a family of DNA cousins was created. I will forever remember him for this. Now he is with his fathers that walked before him.
Rest in peace Mark.
Warren Watt
September 25, 2009
September 25, 2009
My prayer is that Mark is resting in Heaven with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Mark was an intelligent and unique person who had always impressed me. Back in the 60's as young children, I always noticed that he was into advanced pursuits. As one of his cousins, I am glad to be related to him. The extended family will miss him greatly.
John C. Montgomery
September 25, 2009
What a shock! Mark & I had corresponded often over the past few years regarding the Montgomery Surname DNA project. I had looked forward to meeting him in person someday. His pioneering work with DNA for genealogy purposes will be part of his legacy.
May his family take comfort from our Father.
Richard Montgomery
September 24, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
James M. Montgomery
September 24, 2009
As guide and instructor, Mark was a friend to many members of the extended Montgomery family he brought into the DNA study. He brought these related strangers closer together on an ongoing journey to learn more of our common heritage. A valued friend most of us never met.
Allan Montgomery
September 24, 2009
I had never met Mark until one night I got a call from him asking if I would like to participate in his DNA study. I was the 5th person to participate and although we never ended up in the same line it was because of him I have met many more relatives.
I would like to offer my condolences to the family.
Don Williams
September 24, 2009
I am very sorry to hear about Mark. I met Mark about 20 years ago at work. I always enjoyed talking to him and he was very professional on his job. He was very helpful to me once when I was assigned a task at work. I will never forget that. That to me demonstrated his human quality. I wish health and happiness to his family.
Don Williams
Mark R. Montgomery
September 24, 2009
We were so saddened to hear of Mark’s death. Although he and I never met personally, he was a mentoring influence in my life, and those of many others. He asked me to be his co-administrator in the Montgomery Surname DNA Project, which I considered a great honor. He lead all Montgomerys to a greater understanding of their extended family, and we are all grateful for the time he shared with us. My wife, Dee, and I extend our heartfelt sympathy and best wishes to your family.
Bobby Montgomery
September 24, 2009
Sorry to see Mark go,because he was a great person that carried about his family.He was smart and carring about them and everyone he met.We will miss him dearly.GIGI and family thanks for being a part of our family. Thanks Bobby Montgomery
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