Born and raised in East Lansing, Michigan, to parents, Mary and Al Stinson, he was an outgoing and friendly person who dedicated his life to the love of dogs. Mark worked closely with his father to raise, train, and show dogs. He also tirelessly worked with several kennel clubs in the southern Michigan area. He took special pride in helping people with their dogs, working in friend’s kennels and frequently dog sitting for other breeders. He enjoyed time spent at dog shows, both as a handler and judge.
Survivors include his father and mother Al and Mary Stinson of Lawrenceville, GA, brothers and sisters-in-law, Paul and Kendra Stinson, Brian and Kimberly Stinson, and sister, Sarah Stinson of Prairie View, Wisconsin, and many close nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Purebred Dog Endowment Fund at Michigan State University (https://givingto.msu.edu/stories/10m-supports-animals-by-supporting-vet-tech-students).
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 from 6:00-7:00 pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home located at 1730 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823.
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