Mark David Belknap

Mark David Belknap was born on June 20th, 1970 to parents Robert (Bob) & Mary Belknap in Seattle Washington. He began his school years in Bothel. When he was 8 his family moved to Eatonville. From the time he was young Mark enjoyed the great outdoors. Camping, hiking and especially fishing. When he and his brothers were young they would trek the country block, exploring by horseback or three wheeler. Every now and then he would treat his tag-along sister to catfish fishing in the nearby pond. Throughout his youth Mark was involved in cub scouts, 4-H,showing horses and as he got older FFA. His teen years were full of mischief and chaos, but Mark's will to do good helped him overcome those struggles and he earned his GED. He enjoyed working on the fishing boats in Alaska and bringing home fish & scallops to cook for his Mom. He began working as an apprentice plumber at Delta Plumbing where Mark had found his niche. Becoming an amazing plumber earning the name "Big Mark" he worked at various plumbing companies, including his own. His business came to a stop while he battled cancer but as always Mark's strong will carried him through and he survived. Mark continued on as a commercial plumber and worked at Bull Dog Plumbing until his passing. Mark was a hard worker and enjoyed what he did, but his true passion, what job he loved most in life was being a father.He loved is children more than anything, and always put them first.

Mark last resided in Roy Washington where he was rebuilding a lakeside home where he passed Nov.13, 2014. He is survived by his father Bob, siblings Rob, Bill, Erin & Mark Henry, his children Trisha, Elis , Amber and many more family and friends. Mark was one of the strongest beings we have ever known. Never speaking badly of anyone, never judging, and always loving. He will truly be missed more then he would ever realize.