One of Mark's favorite pastimes was fishing, despite the fact that he did not actually like fish, but that just meant he had more fish to give to his family. He also belonged to a band and loved to play music with them, he and his son Cameron wrote a song together and even though it didn't get a name it is still a precious memory for them. His favorite musical genre was classic rock, he listened to 103.5 anytime he was driving. Mark was the type of person who wanted to help everyone he could, including anyone who came to the store he worked at and those who just needed help with odd jobs. When he was younger Mark's desire to help others led him to serve in the NAVY from 1980 -1990 where he was an Ordinance Personnel aboard the aircraft carriers USS America, USS Independence and USS Ranger. When Mark worked in the flower shop he would make special arrangements for the customers, he wanted to make sure their flowers made them smile. He enjoyed grilling and going to his children's sporting events. His favorite football team were the Steelers and if he was watching NASCAR he was rooting for Dale Earnhardt Jr or John Force. The most important thing in Mark's life was his family. He loved them all dearly and they loved him. He will forever be missed by everyone who knew him.
Mark was preceded in death by his mother M. Marcella Leight, maternal grandparents Mimi and Richard Schaller, paternal grandparents Dorothy and Sherman Leight, uncle PFC Thomas Schaller, and brother-in-law Shawn Woolridge.
He is survived by his better half Pamela Louthan. Children Jasmine Leight, Cameron Leight, Eliza Dakota Leight, Denzial Leight, Eli Leight, Nikki McGeorge, Holly Carmony, and Brad Noah. Father Sherman A Leight. Siblings Nadine Woolridge, Karin and Larry Turowski. Nieces and nephews Justin Glass, Erin Turowski, Kirstin Green and husband Chad Green, and Laurin Thuney and husband Phil West. Great nieces and nephews Jack Thuney, Gunnar West, Charlotte West, April Green, and Claire Green. Five grandchildren. Beloved dog Shilo and other animals. As well as a host of other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to help with expenses.
The family will receive friends Wednesday October 18, 2023 from 6 until 9 PM at Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church; 809 Lilly Grove Rd New Tazewell, TN 37825. The funeral service will be Thursday October 19, 2023 at 5 PM in Lilly Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 809 Lilly Grove Rd New Tazewell, TN 37825.
Minister: Rev. Brody Edens
Obituary: Dave McKinney
Singers: Cameron Leight, Casey Bull, Daryl Bull, Jamie Keck, Ryan Brown, and Dave McKinney & Family
Pallbearers: Cameron Leight, Denzial Leight, Eli Leight, Casey Bull, Daryl Bull, Jamie Keck, and Ryan Brown
Honorary Pallbearers: Andrew Sutton, Brandon Moody, Brett Moody, and Caleb Brett Hardy
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.coffeyfh.com for the Leight family.
