Condolences

• 09/03/2024

  Billie and Reg Dietz

  Dear Dottie & Bob: Billie and I were shocked and saddened to learn that you had lost your son on Sunday, July 13, 2008. How sad! How painful! The children are supposd to lay to rest their parents, and when it happens the other way around, it is particularly difficult. We extend to you our deepest sympathy on this sorrowful occasion. May God's blessings be with you. Sincerely, Reg Dietz

• 09/03/2024

  Greg Grunewald

  Gerri, thank you for passing along the word. He was a great guy, I still remember the fun times back at WHS. Thoughts and prayers from Columbus.

• 09/03/2024

  Tony Morelli

  Bob Dot and Di my prayers are with you.HE WAS MY MAN.I AM SO GLAD THAT WE GOT TO SHARE SOME TIME IN THE LAST COUPLE YEARS SINCE I MOVED BACK. HE WAS TRUELY ONE OF MY BEST FREINDS AND I AM AT LOSS FOR WORDS.THE HIGH SCHOOL MEMORIES OF US ESPECIALLY THE TRAILER AT THE FARM WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.PLEASE PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF I CAN DO ANYTHING TO ASSIST YOU IN ANY WAY. WITH MY SINCERE LOVE TO ALL OF YOU TONY

• 09/03/2024

  Brenda Deneen

  Dearest Diane, I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear of your loss. Mark will always hold a special place in my heart. I hope you find comfort in the fact that you were his guiding force, his anchor. Because of you, his life was full of love and kindness. Please let Maria know that Mark cherished her. He would positively beam when he spoke of her. If there is anything you need, please let me know. With Deepest Sympathy, Brenda Deneen

• 09/03/2024

  Angela Phillips

  To Mr. and Mrs. Birch, Diana and Family, I have known Mark for many years now, working with him as our companies have prospered and struggled. He has been an incredible mentor to me through the years and just a GREAT friend. I know the last few months have been incredibly hard for all of you and devastating to him as he was always so in control of his life and where it went. The peace I pray for you he has already found. May God guide you through these days of mourning until you can see the sun shine again. My deepest sympathies, Angela Phillips Middletown Tube Works, Inc.

• 09/03/2024

  Rene'' Leek

  My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Mark when I dispatched for Kenny Brownfield and enjoyed talking to him. He was the best and will be missed very much. Once again I am so sorry for your loss. Take Care and God Bless Rene' Leek

• 09/03/2024

  Donald R. Donell

  Bob & Dottie, It was a shock to pick up the paper yesterday evening and read of the demise of Mark. I will attempt to visit with you this evening; however, my wife and daughter both underwent surgery and this has taken up most of my time. Prayers and best wishes to both of you. Don Donell

• 09/03/2024

  Sherry Cassidy

  I am so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. I worked with him for several years. He was a tubing to me while I was employed at Excel Mining. Mark was a great person! I always enjoyed chatting with him. He was one of the few great representatives that I was fortunate enough to work with. He was always honest and a true joy to work with over the years. Take care.

• 09/03/2024

  Bill & Ruth Toth

  Our deepest condolences to Mark�s family. We are so fortunate to have spent wonderful times with Mark in our younger lives. God bless

• 09/03/2024

  eileen klakos

  Bob and Dorothy, I am truly sorry for your great loss. Mark was really good to me when I was Plant Mgr at Heekin Can and Ball. I had several business dealings with him and considered him a good friend as well as a business associate. Please accept my apology for not attending, as I had a minor mishap rendering me immobile at this time. Respectfully, Eileen Klakos

• 09/03/2024

  Jim & Carolyn Longacre

  Dottie & Bob....We have been thinking of you ever since we heard about Mark...Know that we do understand your loss and look forward to seeing you when you return home.....Love & sympathy to you both. Jim & Carolyn

• 09/03/2024

  Bob and Kay Kirk

  Bob and Dottie and Family. In Loving Memory Of Mark The Mayor Of Timothy Ridge I can't tell you how sad we are to hear of Mark passing away. We will always have fond memories of him being on the Ridge here with us. We would call him Mark the Mayor of Timothy Ridge. He would always keep us informed of thing's that was going on,on the ridge. He was so funny. He would come in our lane and just say to us, I haven't seen you on the Ridge for a few day's and being the Mayor, I'm just checking to see if everything is ok down here. He wouldn't even get out of his truck. As soon he knew everything was fine he would drive back out on the ridge. We will miss his smile and we will always have a warm spot in our heart's for him. He always cared about everyone. He is a keeper.. We will miss him... Sending You and Your family our Deepest Sympathy... Love Bob and Kay Kirk and Family

• 09/03/2024

  DIANNA MACKEY

  I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF HIS FAMILY MEMBERS. I WAS SO VERY SHOCKED TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. I WORKED WITH HIM THE PAST 6 YEARS TAKING LOADS TO HIS WHSE. OUT OF MITTAL STEEL - WEIRTON WE HAD SUCH A GREAT WORKING RELATIONSHIP - I WILL MISS HIM!!! I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. YOU ALL ARE IN MY PRAYERS THAT GOD BE WITH EACH OF YOU AND HELP YOU ALL THROUGH THIS VERY TUFF TIME.

• 09/03/2024

  Jodi Schwartz

  My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Mark during our plant inventories over the past couple of years. We truly will miss him.

• 09/03/2024

  Joe Hammer

  My buddy FLASH will be missed.

• 09/03/2024

  Rich and Janet Ehster

  Dottie and Bob, We are so sorry! The right words just don't come at times like this, but we want you to know that we are thinking of you and your family.

• 09/03/2024

  Jean and Bob Briggs

  Dear Bob and Dottie: Bob Sprecher just called us with the sad news about your son. Our prayers go out to you and Marks family for help and guidance. Hugs are waiting for you when you come home. Love, Jean and Bob

• 09/03/2024

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• 09/03/2024

  Jason J. Janidlo

  I wish to extend my condolances to the Birch family for their loss. You have the deepest sympathy from myself and everyone within US Steel who had the pleasure to work with Mark. God Bless ! Jason

• 09/03/2024

  Bob/Loretta Westmoreland

  Dear Bob and Dottie, We were so sorry to learn of Mark's death. He went through a very difficult time during the past several months and while it is difficult to accept, has to be much better now without pain and at peace. Our prayers are with you and the family. Griefing is appropriate but try and look on the bright side that Mark is with God and instead of pain and suffering, can now enjoy his reward in Heaven. We look forward to your return, Bob and Loretta

• 09/03/2024

  Don and Mary Lou Peck

  Dear Dottie and Bob, You are in our hearts and prayers. We have a phone system organized to communicate to your friends here in CCMD. If we can relay anything to your friends just email us or call and we will pass it along. See you when you come back. Love and prayers, Mary Lou and Don

• 09/03/2024

  Dave & Maria McGill

  Bob & Dottie: Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Take comfort in happy memories... see you when you return...

• 09/03/2024

  Mary Ann Binford

  Dear Dottie and Bob We can only imagine how hard these last several weeks have been for you both. We have thought of you both, many times. Please know how many people wish you God,s love. We will be here for you when you return. Remember all the wonderful times you have had with Mark, and all the joy he gave you for many years. We will see you soon and God's speed. Our love, Mary Ann and Bob

• 09/03/2024

  Ray & Carolyn Bradley

  Dear Dottie & Bob, It saddens us to learn of Mark's passing, but our sorrow can not compare to your grief. The pain of losing a loved one is intense; when it is one's child it must be devastating. We expect that our children will bury us, not we them. Your loss contradicts this expectation. In it there is no consolation other than knowing that Mark no longer suffers and, as difficult as it is to believe at this time, God will comfort you, soothing your aching hearts and leaving you with only the joyful memories of his life. Please know that you have our prayers and our love. Carolyn and Ray

• 09/03/2024

  Marian England

  Dear Dottie and Bob, I want to let you both know how sad I am for your loss. There is no worse loss than losing a child. I often remember the times we had Dottie, playing together in Bueana Vista then still remaining friends in our adult years. I sold my house in Pompano Beach because of poor health and moved into a retirement home near John in Connecticut. I do not have my computer set up yet so I have asked my daughter in law to send this. May God be with you both in these trying times. Love, Marian England

• 09/03/2024

  Shirley (Kell) Ferguson

  Dottie and Bob, Words cannot express my heartfelt sorrow. Your son was much loved by all. Please know you are in my prayers. Shirley