Mark A. Owings

I like to remember Mark by his zeal for life, and our long chats and heart to heart on the phone, his sense of humor and affection. He was never afraid to say what he was really thinking and I could trust him to be honest. He was very smart and we could talk about anything. We were always close even if we went a long time without talking to each other.

When we were very young, Mark called me "Kakki" and I called him "Mok." I later called him "Sparky." That nickname fit him very well.

His accident 30 years ago was one of the factors that helped me to search out if the Bible is true. We liked to talk about Scripture. He loved to study and listen to sermons or messages, especially about the Coming of the Lord, that was his favorite topic. I trust Him to our Great Lord and Savior. I would be a basketcase if I didn't have that Hope.

1 Thess 4:13 But we do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about those who are asleep, that you may not grieve as others do who have no hope. 14 For since we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so, through Jesus, God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep

Mark was a fraternity brother of Pi Kappa Alpha. My memory of him is one of joy and laughter. He was the kind of person everyone enjoyed being around. I am sure he will be missed by all who knew him.
Gone but not forgotten...in the eternal bonds of φφka.

Mark was a wonderful person who was always there for me if I needed him. He was an inspiration to so many people. Even though we didn't hang out in our younger years he treated me as though we always did. The last few years we became close and talked a lot and felt as though we were lifelong friends, which in reality we were. We will see him again one day! Love you brother!

I have wonderful memories of Mark as my math student at both West Memorial Junior High and James E. Taylor High School. Mark was a fun loving popular and respectful young man. I pray that God comforts his family and friends.

Mark you inspired a lot of people and helped them with their relationship with our Lord. In High School you were a blast I will miss your post's on FB Duralyn if you ever need anything please ask

Mark and my husband are my rocks in this life. He was the big brother I never had during the later years. His intelligence always amazed me. I called him my personal Google . We had similarities of always being g stuck in our houses so we talked basically every day. We talked about everything but what we loved to talk about was the Lord and the hope that one day they could cure him and he would walk again and they would could diabetes so that I could feel good again. He never complained about the twist and turns he had to take. Some were good but some were bad and he handled like a champion. I could go on and on so I guess I will stop here. Anyone that new him was to love him. He treated everyone like they were his best friend and I think that was so special. Right now the only comfort I have is I know he is with the Lord he loved so much and he is walking on his own. I will see you soon my friend and until then I will think of you everytime I see a cardinal. Thank you for being my rind and being a large part in making my life a happy one. I love you my friend and I will keep loving you, go fly with the angels and spread those wings.