Mark Eugene Guhl

He leaves behind a life defined by steady work, practical skill, and the quiet satisfaction of making things better with his own hands.

Mark joined the United States Navy in 1979. He faithfully served his country and earned four honors during his service. The Navy Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Ribbon, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, and Navy Expeditionary Medal.

For many years, Mark put his diligence to work as a maintenance supervisor for multiple apartment complexes, bringing reliability and follow-through to the kind of work that keeps daily life running smoothly for everyone else. Later, he found the role that fit him best—his favorite career as an RV technician at Olathe Ford—where his natural gift for tinkering and solving technical problems could truly shine, and where his hard-working spirit found its happiest outlet.

Mark married Guadalupe on August 23, 1986, and he loved her with all his heart. Together they raised their daughter Abigail and built a home that reflected the things they cherished most. In Mark’s hands, their living space became a museum of their passions. One being a hidden talent of cross-stitch as a dare from Guadalupe. Their basement transformed into a collection of models and movie memorabilia, each piece a small celebration of what brought him joy.

A devoted fan of Star Trek in every sense, Mark loved the show, the collectables, the models—he was, truly, a Trekkie. “Live Long and Prosper” was more than a quote to him; it was a spirit he carried, a bright thread running through his everyday life. He also found joy in classic films—Planet of the Apes, Lord of the Rings, and Jurassic Park among his favorites—alongside his enduring admiration for his favorite movie star, John Wayne. In addition to his collection of memorabilia, he kept a varity of Legos, puzzles, and electronics.

Those who knew Mark knew this, too: he could fix almost anything. His garage held its own little “junkyard,” a practical treasury of miscellaneous parts waiting for the moment they could be useful again, because Mark had the patience to try, the skill to mend, and the work ethic to keep at it until things were right. He was also deeply loved for the time he spent with his family fishing and camping—simple, steady days that became lasting memories.

Mark was a strong man who fought a personal battle with a rare form of cancer for three years. Though he eventually lost that battle, the impact he made through his perseverance, his care for his family, and his lifelong habit of showing up and doing the work will endure. The steady presence he left on this world—and in the lives of those who knew him—will not be forgotten.

Contributions in Mark's memory may be made to Adrenal Cure Collective.

Mark was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Guhl; and his grandparents, Adolph and Frieda Guhl, and Carl and Audrey Smith.

He is survived by his mother, Glenda Wiseman; his wife Guadalupe Guhl; his daughter, Abigail Carpenter; his brothers, Jeffery, Eric, Peter, and Nathan Guhl; his sister, LaDonna Dempton; his grandchildren, Micha, Ariella, Finnick, and Juniper; and countless friends and extended family who loved him dearly.

Services for Mark will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026 at Mt. Moriah Newcomer & Freeman Funeral Home, 10507 Holmes Rd. Kansas City, MO, 64131. Visitation will begin at 10:00AM with a Memorial Service following at 11:00AM. A committal service will take place at 12:00PM in Mount Moriah Cemetery with full military honors.