**PLEASE CLICK BUTTON BELOW TO READ MORE** Dear family and friends, it is with our deepest sorrows that we inform you of the unfortunate death of our beloved son/brother, Mark. He left us on Thursday, August 18th and our lives will never be the same. He brought so much energy to this party called "life," and we can't thank him enough for all of the love, laughs, and good times that he shared with us.
We are so blessed and thankful for the outpouring of love and support which we have received from all of you and it is the only way we are making it through such a difficult time.
For those who have expressed a desire to give a donation, we have created an account (please see "Ways To Help" tab at top of page) in Mark's honor. We will be donating the proceeds to the Maine Community Youth Assistance Foundation (MCYAF). MCYAF is a 501c3 non-profit organization and community coalition which works to prevent adolescent drug and alcohol abuse and promote positive mental health among teens in Maine Township, Illinois. You can read more about the organization and their mission at the following website:
http://www.mcyaf.com/In true celebration of his life, we hope you will join us for any/all of the following ceremonies, including:
THURSDAY, AUGUST 25th
The Wake
3:00pm - 9:00pm
Cumberland Chapels Funeral Home
Address: 8300 W Lawrence Ave, Norridge, IL 60706
*The support of family and friends means everything to us during these tough times and we all know that Mark loved nothing more than to be amongst friends. Further, we would invite all guests to bring photographs of your favorite memories with Mark with a personal message to Mark written on the back to be included in the coffin.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 26th
Funeral Service Prayer
9:00am - 9:20am
Cumberland Chapels Funeral Home
Address: 8300 W Lawrence Ave, Norridge, IL 60706
Mass
10:00am
St. Paul of the Cross
Address: 320 S Washington St, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Entombment
All Saints' Cemetery
Address: 700 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Lunch Party
12:45pm - 4:30pm
Cucina Biagio
Address: 7319 W Lawrence Ave, Harwood Heights, IL 60706
*As we all know, Mark was no stranger to a good party, which is why we'll hope you'll join us in celebrating his life gathered amongst those who cared about him most. Following the burial, our family would love if you could join us for lunch at Cucina Biagio. For those who feel like sharing, we will have a microphone present so you can stand up and recount all of your fondest memories and unforgettable moments with Mark.
