Mark M. Stephenson
May 18, 1938 — January 2, 2025
Smicksburg
Mark M. Stephenson, 86, of Smicksburg, West Mahoning Township, peacefully passed away on January 02, 2025, at his homestead, historically known as the John B. McCormick Stone House and farm, where he was born and resided his entire lifetime.
He was born on May 18, 1938, the son of Frank J. Stephenson and Margery (McCormick) Stephenson.
He married Ella Mae Streams on August 26, 1961, and together raised two sons. He was proud of his community, neighbors and family, and their collective ancestry whose talents and spirit built the community he cherished so much. Throughout the years he was active with his family in several business activities in the local area and remained so until his passing.
He is survived by sons Mark A. Stephenson (Maryann), and Gregory W. Stephenson (Edith), grandchildren Emily, Sarah, Lane, and Allan, and several nieces and nephews. He was a 40-year member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, a 53-year member of the Operating Engineers Local 66, and a member of Smicksburg United Methodist Church.
He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law, and a brother John F. Stephenson.
Friends will be received on Tuesday from 3-7 PM and on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the McCabe Funeral Home, Inc., 114 Maple Ave., Punxsutawney, PA 15767
Interment will take place at the Georgeville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers or sympathy gifts the family requests memorial donations be made to the Punxsutawney Area Hospital Foundation, 81 Hillcrest Drive, Punxsutawney PA 15767 or the Salvation Army, 229 West Mahoning Street, Punxsutawney, PA 15767.
To share a memory or leave an online condolence, visit www.mccabewaldronfh.com
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