We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones. Posted by Kerry & Tim Ludlow - Fruitport, MI   May 12, 2008

I am very sorry to hear about Mark. He was a great person to work with and full of energy. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Posted by Mary Procopio - Chicago, IL   May 12, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Mark's death, it was such a shock. I have so many fond memories of working with Mark and just being a friend to me. My thoughts and prayers are are with all his loved ones. I will truly miss him and his laughter. Posted by Michele Hurst - Newport News, VA, MI   May 12, 2008

Jenna, Nick & Aaron, We are thinking of you in your time of loss. Wish we could be there with you and please know, we loved your Dad as he was part of our family too for 20 years. Your Dad is just away and will always be near in your memories and your hearts. Love Always, Aunt Kim & Uncle Steve Thiel & cousin, Brent Posted by Kim Thiel - St. Joseph,, MO   May 12, 2008

Jenna, Nick, Aaron and families, We love you all and are thinking of you. We also cared for your Dad and are glad he once was a part of our family. Love, Grandma & Grandpa Harshman Posted by Harold & Joyce Harshman - St Joseph, MO   May 12, 2008

Please accept my deep sympathy for your loss. I respected Mark very much. He will be missed. Patrick Golliver Sara Lee Foods Posted by Patrick Golliver - Zeeland, MI   May 12, 2008

My deepest condolences to Mark's family and friends. He truly was a wonderful man. He will be deeply missed and always have a place in my heart and in my prayers. Posted by Vanessa Rodowicz - Newport News, VA   May 12, 2008

I'm so sorry for your loss. I have been Mark's assistant for the last eight months. I was just beginning to know him. I loved his humor and spirited ways. I believe that in time he would have made a big difference for this company. He will be missed. Posted by Ruth Stewart - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

I always looked up to Mark, both literally and figuratively; he was a tower of a man compared to my modest Asian stature :- Moreover, his charisma, good character, and passion in both his professional and personal life were always qualities I respected in him. Although my world is a little more hollow today in his absence, I know that space will be filled with fond memories of his friendship. Thank you, Mark, for being yourself. Posted by Daniel Lau - Chapel Hill, NC   May 12, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Posted by Jennifer and Brock Stein - Plainfield, IL   May 12, 2008

I am deeply saddened by the loss of one of my best friends, and one of the greatest men that I have ever known. Mark... I have never been that good with words at a time like this, but you know how much your friendship meant to me. Knowing how great of a person you were makes it that much more difficult. Thanks for taking the time to stop and make your presence a part of my life. My wish is that more people could have gotten to know you in every aspect of your life and appreciate what you brought to ours. Your smile would always light up the room no matter what kind of day it was. May we all learn from the great things you offered to each of us, and have comfort knowing we will see you again. May your partner and best friend Eddie find the strength you two shared together to help him through these most difficult times, and may your children remember how great their father was and never forget your love for them. We have all been truly blessed to know such a great person... "Life is but a stopping place, A pause in what's to be, A resting place along the road, to sweet eternity. We all have different journeys, Different paths along the way, We all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay... Our destination is a place, Far greater than we know. For some the journey's quicker, For some the journey's slow. And when the journey finally ends, We'll claim a great reward, And find an everlasting peace, Together with the lord." Author unknown Posted by Chris Moss - Raleigh, NC   May 12, 2008

To Mark's family, I am Steve Lyon from Zacky Farms. Mark was my boss. He was beginning to bring a lot of good things to our company. I am sorry that our working relationship was so short. I was just beginning to know him. Please except my deepest heart felt condolences from me and my family. Posted by Steve Lyon - Fresno, CA   May 12, 2008

Mark was a good person and I enjoyed working for him, I will miss him. Posted by Janeen McCorkle - Auberry, CA   May 13, 2008

With deepest sympathy to all of Mark's family. Though we never knew you we are all your family here at Zacky and our prayers and thoughts are with you during your loss. Mark was a great leader and will be missed for his candor, his sense of humor and straightforward style. God Bless, Marcus Currey Sr VP & CFO, Zacky Farms Posted by Marcus Currey - Fresno, CA   May 12, 2008

Mark was a really great guy with a great sense of humor. He will surely be missed here at Zacky's. I am truly sorry for your loss. Posted by Sue Armenta - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

To the family and friends of Mark please accept my condolences for our loss. Mark was my friend and I will miss him. Posted by Tom Alexander - Asheville, NC   May 13, 2008

To the family it was a great shock for everyone, for Mark was not only my boss but a great friend. He will be missed greatly. Posted by Ritchie Calhoun - modesto, CA   May 13, 2008

May God continue to watch over you. Our prayers for his children and parents during this time of need. Posted by James Sanford - Stockton, CA   May 13, 2008

To Mark's family and friends, I work in the office next to Mark's. I came to know him well over the past months. He was a good friend. For is children, he always kept you in his thoughts and heart and spoke of you often. I am so sorry for you loss and my prayers are with you. Posted by Todd Beal - Clovis, CA   May 13, 2008

Jenna & John, Nick, Aaron & Harmony, You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a wonderful person and a true friend. I want you all to know that I am a better person today for knowing him. He was a very gifted, kind man, who loved all of you so much. Please know that during this time of sorrow and grief, that our God will offer you the strength and support you need. He is our strength and our guide. You have our deepest sympathy and we want you to know the friendship that we shared with your dad, we want to extend to you. If there is anything we can ever do to help you or anything you ever need, please let us know. Sincerely, Randy & Mary Forton Posted by Randy Forton - Zeeland, MI   May 13, 2008

I am truly sorry for the loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Posted by Judy Phangrath - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

To the Family and Friends of Mark Gray: Wishing you comfort and peace... May the memories held deep within your heart help to soothe you. Your'e in my prayers. Posted by LucA�A�a De LeA�A�n - Clovis, CA   May 13, 2008

The short time I've met Mark. I enjoyed working with him. He was a great person to be around with. I know he will be missed here at Zacky Farms. My condolences goes out to all his family. Posted by Freddy Mancha - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

My deepest condolences to Mark's family and friends. Posted by Dr. Mohammad Azam - Stockton, CA   May 13, 2008

Jenna, Nick, and Aaron, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great person to work with but he was an even better neighbor. I loved it when your dad would laugh, because his whole body would shake so you couldn't help but feel happy yourself. He will be surely missed. Words can not express how sorry I am for you three. Know that your dad will be with you always in your memories. Posted by Sally and Rodger Barveld - Holland, MI   May 13, 2008

Jenna, Nick, and Aaron: Our deepest condolences on the loss of your father. There are very few people in the world of the caliber of Mark. He is a person of integrity and character and I am a better person to have known him. May the Lord watch over all of you and your family in this time of sorrow and know that he will be guiding you through this time. God Bless: Mike and Diane Rinnan Posted by Mike & Diane Rinnan - Hudsonville, MI   May 13, 2008

To Mark's family and friends He will be missed at work and everyone had great respect for him. He was a good man and my prayers go out to you all. Posted by Raul Alvarado - Kerman, CA   May 13, 2008

Dear Family and Friends of Mark, We are truly saddened by the loss of Mark and hold you close in our hearts and our prayers. We are grateful for the opportunity of having known Mark. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. John & Sandy Ross Posted by John & Sandy Ross - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

Mark was a great person to work with. He will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to Mark's family and friends. You are in my thoughts. Posted by Sara Ross - Fresno, CA   May 13, 2008

Jenna,Nick and Aaron, I am truly shocked and saddened by the news of your dad's passing. Mark was a great neighbor and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. Posted by Dan Voglewede - Allegan, MI   May 13, 2008

We extend our sincere love and support in your loss. May God comfort your families and give you peace as you go through this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. Posted by Bernie & Nina Schipper - Jenison, MI   May 14, 2008

Our thoughts are with the family and friends. Mark was a good person in which many people respected. Posted by Mark & Kimberly Fisher - Clovis, CA   May 14, 2008

Mark was a natural leader that was well respected by all at Zacky. He will be missed. May God provide his family strength and comfort during this difficult time. Posted by Daby Humbert - Clovis, CA   May 14, 2008

Mark was a great friend and mentor to me and I will miss him dearly. Jenna, Nick, and Arron he spoke of each of you often and was very pround of what you all had become. Jeff Johnson Posted by Jeff Johnson - Marshall, MN   May 14, 2008

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Mark Steven Gray

January 16, 1956 – May 7, 2008

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