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Mark was a 1987 graduate of Solanco High School, where he was an active member of Solanco FFA. He especially enjoyed being a member of the Livestock Judging Team. Mark went on to receive the Keystone and American Farmer Degrees. Having a passion for farming, Mark worked on his family farm in Mechanic Grove (Unicorn) from the time he was young until the cows were sold in 2004. He then began his own custom harvesting business, Sea Green Custom Harvesting. Mark was a member of the PA Farm Bureau and a Board Member of the Lancaster County Farm Bureau.
When he wasn't working, Mark enjoyed tractor pulling, winning many awards in competition. He also enjoyed bowling, having a 300 game in 2002, and he was a NASCAR enthusiast, attending many races at Daytona.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sisters, Susan M. (John) Kuhn, of Columbia, and Sarah L. Hess, of Quarryville.
As per Mark's wishes, there will be no services. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Mark's memory to Robert Fulton Fire Company, P.O. Box 8, Peach Bottom, PA 17563, or Quarryville Fire Company, P.O. Box 143, Quarryville, PA 17566.
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