Mark Darren Smith

Mark was born in Borger, TX on December 13, 1963 to Harold and Janet Smith. He graduated from Plainview High School in May of 1982. While there, Mark was very involved- he was Chaplin of Student Council, Offensive Tackler for the football team, and very passionate about photography and theatre.

Mark graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelors in Computer Science in 1986. During college he continued to explore his love for photography, enjoyed mission trips and helping his peers.

His ability to excel at anything he was passionate about lead to an extensive travel and work history. After college Mark visited France, Brazil, Australia and Japan- just to name a few. Mark co-lead OKC Big Data, a local think tank for technological information. He was also an avid painter. He was a very active member of Crossings Community Church of OKC and loved every minute he spent there.

Mark will be remembered for his quick wit, humor, passion, generosity and ability to win any argument.

He is survived by Janet Smith (mother), Micheal and Gina Smith (Brother and Sister-in-Law), Stacey Stevens (Sister), Laken Stevens (Niece), Lela Smith (Niece) and Marisa Smith (Niece). He was predeceased by his father Harold Smith.

In lieu of flowers may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital in Mark’s name.