Mark Matthew Ulrich

Mark Ulrich, 47, known as “Big Guy” or “Big Mark”, passed away on July 12, 2015 in Blanchard, OK from colon cancer. He died at home surrounded by his loved ones. Mark was born on Sept 14, 1967 in Knox, IN to James & Dianne Ulrich. Mark grew up in Indiana, moved to Oklahoma, graduated from Edmond Memorial High School, and then attended carpentry trade school. Mark married his high-school sweetheart, Karey Hagan, on July 25, 1987, raised his family in Luther, OK, where he was also saved and baptized, and later resided in Blanchard, OK. Mark worked for Cresap Capital for the past 8 years where he used his passion of building and construction.

Mark is survived by his father, James; wife, Karey; son, Mark; daughter, Morgan; and 4 sisters: Rhonda Ulrich, Jamie Hartwell, Trina Ulrich, and Juanita Ketchum. Mark had 1 adored grandson, Van, with 2 grandchildren on the way. Mark also had a beloved bulldog, Tyson. Mark is preceded in death by his mother, Dianne Ulrich, and sister-in-law, Angie Menasco.

Mark will be remembered for his kind heart, integrity, generosity and determination. Mark was a family man, pig-farmer, read his Bible daily, and actually enjoyed working. Mark was deeply loved and is already missed by so many.