Mark George Konchar
July 29, 1970 ~ March 17, 2014
On Wednesday, July 29, 1970, the Earth Mother Gaia inhaled deeply, bringing Mark George Konchar forth from the Universe and into the loving hearts of parents Cathie Marie (Raveaux) Shultz and M. Konchar.
He was a golden light, shy but full of curiosity and promise, who struggled to find his place in the material world, meaning in the chaos, and comfort in his surroundings. Mark had an intelligent mind; inexhaustible creativity; and an unquenchable thirst for knowledge.
His travels took him to live in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Colorado, Maryland and Ohio where he tried his hand at many talents: bus boy/dishwasher, construction, roofing, press mechanic, automotive technician, marine maintenance mechanic, aeronautical maintenance technician, grocery stockman, heavy equipment operation, and even a little farming. Mark thrilled to ride motocross and go mudding, dreamed of flying, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and screening independent films. He loved listening to music, tinkering with guitars, writing letters, lists and poetry.
Mark held a unique view of the workings of the world, and was impatient for the rest of us to embrace his vision. He had more good friends than he realized, was compassionate, and always ready to help someone in need. On March 17, 2014, Gaia slowly exhaled, returning Mark to the Universe, where he is free to explore the greatest of mysteries and engage in endless debates. He was loved and is sadly missed by his extended family and friends.
Private services will be handled by Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, WV at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to your local animal shelter.
Visitation:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Im totally beyond words…ride on my brother.
Mark,
We grew apart so long ago but I still thought of you often. Please know I loved you dearly. I saw that white dove in the sky for the first time with you. Fly high my friend.
Love,
Jenn
My thoughts are with our entire family…much love.
My dearest, April, have to tell you what a beautiful tribute to Mark, and the love you have for your brother. I have read it many times. My heart is so full of sorrow. We have another empty place in our family’s circle of loved ones……I’m heartbroken for you and Aerik . No words can express the heartache I have for your parents. When I look up at the stars in the night sky, I’ll see Mark, those twinkely eyes :)………My love to you all, Tete Eloise
My heart is sad to hear of Mark\’s passing. He was my \”date\” for one of my first junior high dances. He was a great guy. My sympathy to the loved ones of Mark.
Angie (Fuccy) Spagnolo
Our family gives deepest sympathies to those of you who have lost Mark. We were very close with him. Mark was a best friend to my husband Shane. My children loved him. My daughter Bella is 6 and enjoyed fishing and playing his guitar with him. He spent alot of time over the past few years with us. We learned many sides to him and seen him in a way many did not. He is free now of his trials. We will always remember him and his generosity and kindness. With much love and respect. Shane, Becky, Bella and Hunter Wees
It’s just so very hard to believe that your gone…. The first of our generation. 🙁 I will always hold a special place in my heart for my cousin- such a beautiful soul growing up. I will never forget you singing Bad Company’s Shooting Star to me after you heard me sing for the first time. My heart hurts for our family having to say good bye to you. I think of my Aunt Cathie, Aunt Mary and my cousin April & Aerik most of all. I love you all so much! My heart is broken for our family.
To my cousin,
I miss you and will always miss the talks we had…especially the memory of you explaining sex between cows:). Awesome is the best word I can come up with :-). Marky….I am soo going to miss you !! I love you and will miss you eternally.
Gotta love it Scott… Marky would be so down:-). Love you guys!!
Dear Marky,
I hope you escaped the sorrow and the pain. I believe your journey has just begun and you have peace forevermore. Our “10 pack” of cousins will never be the same without you.
Love you always.
Godspeed my friend…till we meet again.
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
And rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in
the hollow of His hand.
To ALL of the Konchar and Raveaux Families,
I have no words to express what is in my heart. Our families have been linked by friendship for so many years, beginning as we spent our childhood on Marsha Street. My deepest sympathy is extended to you in your loss. Please know longtime friends hold you and your families in our hearts. May peace be with Mark and may peace be with each of you.
I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Mark. I do not understand the grief that comes with the loss of a child, which is how I will remember him as we played together as children. I am praying for comfort for your family. May God’s love bring you peace and comfort at this time of sorrow.
We are sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. We will continue to lift up your family in prayer. May God, our Father, bring you comfort.
My heart is saddened to hear this news. I will always treasure the memory of us sitting around the kitchen table laughing to tears over the SNL skit about killer clams. May you find comfort is these shared memories here. Much Love~
It was a shock to hear the news of Mark’s passing. I want to offer my deepest condolences.
I was so shocked to read about Mark in the paper. We are so sorry for your loss.
Larry, thank you for thinking of us. I’m sure both of my parents appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Angie, Thank you for the kind words. I think you were the first girl my brother had the courage to “ask out”.
Tom & Joyce, As parents, I’m sure you have some idea how difficult this time is for us. Your thoughts and prayers are appreciated. With warm memories – April
Janet, Indeed time does stand still. I can remember lots of laughter, playing games, and eating your Mom’s diet “tuna melts” – which I still do. Thank you for remembering.
Scott, all memories, both the good and the bad, have a time and a place in your heart. Be at peace with who you have become.
Jenn, You may have grown apart, but you were never far from his thougths. He would smile thinking of some of the crazy things you did together. I hope you will smile too.
Thanks Holly. Now I had to explain this to my naive city-boy son. Jeesh! Love you, kid.
So sorry to hear of Marks passing. Great guy. Went to PIA with him,spent time with him on the weekend or two. Me and my wife loved him.