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Mark Stephen Arrington, 63, passed away May 24, 2015, at UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, N.M., from complications from diabetes and multiple strokes. He is now with his Father and his dad in Heaven.
Mark was a longtime resident of Freeport, Lake Jackson and Dallas. He worshiped at Prestoncrest Church of Christ.
Born Jan. 23, 1952, in Freeport to parents Matt Culum Arrington and Laura Louise (English) Arrington, Mark graduated from Brazosport High School in 1970, then from Brazosport College, where he was voted Mr. B.C.
He was a City Secretary of Freeport and an employee of the Brazos River Harbor Navigation District and the Brazosport Area Chamber of Commerce. Mark also enjoyed his many years as a Rotarian. He later thrived as a title examiner – including the last 25 years for Stewart Title in the Dallas area.
A lifeguard in Freeport and a radio deejay in Brazoria County and Houston, Mark also announced Brazosport Exporters football games at Hopper Field for many seasons.
Mark was an avid collector of music, movies and books, with a photographic memory of U.S. politics and presidents, the movie industry and world geography. He loved to travel, having been to five continents.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Mark is survived by his mother Laura; sister Karen Jordan and brother-in-law David Jordan, all of Farmington, N.M.; brother Ronald Arrington of Houston; niece Lauren Jordan of Tempe, Ariz.; uncle Ed English of Austin; two aunts by marriage; and many cousins.
No services are planned.
For those who wish to honor Mark’s memory, donations may be made to Arms of Hope, 21300 State Hwy 16 N, Medina TX 78055 (which represents Boles and Medina children’s homes); to New Mexico Christian Children’s Home, 1356 NM 236, Portales NM 88130; or to your favorite animal shelter or charity.
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Murray H. Griffin
He was a wonderful human being. I was a disc jockey for awhile. Mark was a natural. He had a great natural ability to speak and the personality to go with it. My heartfelt condolences go out to his friends and family.
Sincerely,
Murray Griffin
Carolyn Boley (Cox)
So sorry to hear of another classmate's passing. The last couple of years had several nice conversations with him. He was a good person and will be missed.
Nancy Schrieber (Standlee)
Mark was such a kind and caring person...always positive! A really wonderful representative of the Class of 1970...he will be missed!
Joan Matocha (Bennett)
So sorry to hear about Mark passing. He was a nice and friendly person. Prayers go out to his family. He will be missed. <3 <3 <3
Lynette English (Richmond)
I was shocked to read about Mark's passing. Mark was such a gentleman. He was a fine example of a Christian brother. He will be missed greatly by those that had the privilege to know him.
Henry Maresh
I am shocked and sadden to hear about the passing of Mark. Not only was he a nice guy, and loved by all who knew him - he was my friend. I grew up with Mark living next door, as a child, a teenager, a classmate, but most of all - a friend. We spent many times at each other's house, growing up - and stayed in touch with him, over the years. We were as close as two friends could be. I will miss him, but he will not be forgotten - and all the fun times we had, growing up. My heart goes out to all of his family, but most of all - his mother, his sister & his brother. May God bless this family, in their time of sorrow. Henry Maresh -
Judy Vann (Vann-Hamilton)
Sorry to hear the news....death is both sad and glory....prayers to the family...Mark was a wonderful person and will be missed.....
Barbara Chenault (Park)
A good friend and grew up with him and his family at Freeport Church Of Christ. What a sweet guy who will be sorely missed. RIP, Mark.
Ann Teinert (Mills)
I am very sad to hear that we have lost Mark. We was a smart, funny and kind person. And yes, such a marvelous voice! My condolences to his family.
Sharon Favor (McNABB)
I was so sad to learn of Mark's passing. He was a great guy - smart, funny, and so nice. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.