Joseph John Mark, Jr., 57, passed away Sunday night, January 2, 2011 at Wesley Long Hospital in Greensboro. A funeral mass will be held at 2 PM on Friday, January 7, at St. Joseph of the Hills Catholic Church where he was a member. Mr. Mark was born December 16, 1953 in Carbondale, PA, son of the late Joseph John and Josephine Piscarcik Mark. He was a graduate of UNC-Chapel Hill and greatly enjoyed watching Carolina basketball games. Later he received his Master's degree from UNC-Greensboro. He was employed by Miller Brewing Company where he had worked for 32 years. Joe loved to play golf, enjoyed fishing and mostly loved spending time with his family. Surviving is his wife, Mary Carson Mark of the home; two sons, Joseph John Mark, III and Adam Carson Mark, both of Eden; brother, Richard Mark and wife, Sue of Charlotte; sister-in-law, Beverly Baynes of Greensboro; and many other loving family members and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, 6 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Cancer Patient Assistance Fund, c/o Morehead Memorial Hospital, 117 E. Kings Hwy, Eden, 27288. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Trey and family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers...please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Carlene Toler
I was so sad to hear of Joe's passing from mom this morning. I know he fought as hard as he could for as long as he could. You are all in my prayers! Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted (Matthew 5:4)
Kari Young
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Joe was such a wonderful husband, father, brother, son and friend to so many. He will be greatly missed.
Rod and Linda Chamblee
Mary, Trey and Adam, Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. You all have a special place in our hearts.
Bernie and Lynne
Adam, Trey, and Mary, you are in my and my family's thoughts and prayers. Every memory I have of Joe he was smiling; I know he was a great man and father from knowing you two, Adam and Trey. My heart goes out to the three of you.
Chelsey Watson
I was so sorry to hear about Joe. He was always a pleasant person to work around. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family.
Lillian Little
Joe will be missed. He was great to work with and we enjoyed our Tarheel basketball. His family was the light of his life and he was so proud of them. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Kay Gammon
Mary, Trey, and Adam, we were so very sorry to hear the news. I always think of Joe's great smile when I think of him. He was a wonderful person. Our hearts go out to you, love The Stones
Susan Stone
Joe Mark was a a wonderful husband, father, and friend. He will be missed!He set an example for us all. His warm smile we will always remember. Mary and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
John & Charlene Maresca
Mary, Trey and Adam. We are so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Rachel, Caroline and I have many happy memories of time spent in Eden with our "families away from family" and Joe was always part of that fun and laughter. Those loving memories will get you through.
Lynn Gianiny (Noel)
It truly saddens me to hear of Joe's passing and the loss his family and friends now have to contend with. I had the pleasure of working with and knowing Joe at the brewery. He was above all a WONDERFUL human being, kind, considerate and respectful of all who knew him. I enjoyed playing golf with Joe back in the day and always found him to have a smile on his face and a joy to play the game with. Whenever I got back to Eden I tried to look Joe up to chat with him on things and family. He was very proud of his kids. The world lost a fine gentleman and a loving and devoted father and family man. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Jim Joyce
Mary and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Everything I have heard about Joe was what a nice man he was and how much he loved his family! I remember his sweet smile and kind spirit. our prayers are with you. Ann
Ann Fair
Mary and family, We remember our younger days with you and Joe with great pleasure. What fun we had then. Even though time and distance have past between us you where great friends during a special time in our lives. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Bob and Cindy Rogers
Bob and Cindy Rogers
Mary and sons, Our hearts are with you at this difficult time and you are lifted in love and prayer for your comfort and peace in heart, mind and spirit. Joe was a great guy who will be remembered for his love of his family and his faith. Grace and Peace, Teresa, Roy, Cameron, John
Teresa Belthrop-Hairston
Adam,Trey and Mrs. Mark I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Mark was a great man and dad to you both. Our hearts and prayers are with you. Tanner, Ricky, Teresa and Jaegar.
Tanner Nance
Mary, Trey,Adam, Rick, and Sue, We were so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. Our deepest, heartfelt prayers and sympathy to you all.May your faith, friends, family, and memories help to sustain you at this time.
Charles ,Debbie, Michael and Liz Chambers
Mary,Trey and Adam, So very sorry to hear of Joe's passing. We have fond memories of sharing a bench at all those soccer games. We will always remember Joe's good nature,strength and devotion to his family. Our thoughts are with you and all your family. Love, Tom, Maryann, Logan and Nicholas.
Maryann Barbour
Our thoughts are prayers are with your family during this time. Steve, Alicia, & Kathryn
Alicia Atkinson
Mary and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. Mary you are one of the elite few whom have had the opportunity to experience love as you have. May God be with you and your family through these difficult times. I love you and if you need anything please call- 552-9110. Sincerely, Amy Jamison
Amy Jamison
I am so sorry for your loss. May God Bless you all and surround you with his loving grace. Family and friends will help ease the pain and God will lead and guide you with his infinite love through these coming months. With love and peace, Nancy Budowski
Nancy Budowski
Family of Joe Mark , just a note to say that we are so sorry about the passing of Joe.we were neighbors in Woodcrest in Raleigh. We played, hung out while growing up my brother Doug and I . Many fond memories come to mind,i'm sure Rick remembers them as well .When Joe s dad passed i had the pleasure of seeing Joseph and Adam , mighty fine young men i'm sure Joe was proud of them.Mary i'm sure you were right by him all the way. My brother and i were planing on coming up but i have come down with the flu.I thought i could send a note, hope it will do.Again , Rick and family i just wanted to let you know that Mom and Dad Doug and myself had all of you in our prayers we love you and we're so sorry. in Christ , the Whitleys
Fred Whitley
Dear Mark Family, Please accept my sincerest condolences. I worked with Joe in Eden for 20 years and he was an upstanding person and willing to lend a helping hand without being asked. He tutored me in acquiring my MBA shortly after he completed his. Without his help, I'm not sure if I would have succeeded. He will truly be missed by his peers and co-workers. I wish you peace, and pray that your souls are comforted during trying period.
Rita Morgan
Dear Mary and Family, So many wonderful memories of you,Joe and the boys, St. Joe's and Eden, they are and always will be a very special part of us. Always in Faith and Friendship Jack & Rosalie McCloskey
JACK AND ROSALIE McCLOSKEY
Dear Mary Sue, I am so so very sorry to hear of Joe's death. Although we haven't seen one another in such a very long time, I do think of all of us often. I will continue to keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Carmen Mathieu
Carmen Sherman Mathieu
Our very deepest condolences to the family. The past 10 months have been so very difficult for you all. Please know that you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories of Joe bring you a measure of comfort in the sad time to come. Sincerely, Linda and James Trzybinski
Linda Trzybinski
Do Not Weep I am still here, I do not sleep I am a thousand winds that blow I am the diamond's gift on snow I am the sunlight on ripened grain I am the autumn's gentile rain When you awaken in the morning's hush I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight I am the soft stars that shine at night Do not cry I am still here ~ I did not die
The Marchetti Family
To Mary and Family: You are in our thoughs and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry & Joan Bodden
Jerry & Joan Bodden
Just a note to say we are thinking of your family and our prayers are with all of you.
Steve,Debra, and Colby Kidd
Dear Mary and Family, we are praying for you in your time of grief. May you continue to walk with God, and may his Grace and his Mercy be with you, during this difficult time. Sincerely, Larry and Diana Anderson
Dr. Larry and Diana Anderson
Forrest and I extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will be keeping you all in our prayers for strength and peace at heart as you go through this time of great loss. Our thoughts will be with you. Forrest and Wanda Munden
Forrest and Wanda Munden
Mary Sue, I was so saddend to hear the death of Joe. My heart goes out to you and your family. My all your wonderful memories get you through this difficut time. With Deepest Sympathy, Diane Stewrt Yount
Diane Stewart Yount
My family extends our deepest sympathy to Susie and the boys and the entire Mark family. Although we have not seen Joe for many years I do remember very well his kind spirit and his laugh. You will be in our prayers and thoughts. Love Gail, Gerard, Kyle and Max Gonos, Pinckney, MI
Gail Gonos
I worked with Joe for many years at Miller Brewing Company. My memories of him always include the soft spoken greeting, warm smile, and the quiet presence of the kind gentleman he always was. He was always friendly and helpful no matter who needed his assistance. The world has lost a special person but there is a joyous celebration today in Heaven. May the knowledge of how much Joe touched people's lives bring you a comfort during this sad time. May God bless you and keep you.
JoAnn Manuel
Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. My prayers and thoughts are with Suzie and the boys during this difficult time. Know that the Lord will provide each of you with strength, guidance and love as you work through the grieving process.
Ray Meyers Jr.
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