Mark Allen Lehman, 56, died on Wednesday, December 1, 2021 at his home.
He was born December 30, 1964 in Wooster to David L., Sr. and Judith Kaufman Lehman. On March 17, 1984 he married Lori Gilbert. She survives.
Mark was a 1983 graduate of Wooster High School and served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. He worked as a Ground Support and Equipment Mechanic for United Airlines (formerly known as Continental Airlines) for over 30 years. In 2017 his name was placed on a B737-9 passenger jet in honor of his service to his country. On November 11 of 2021, Mark was named the Wayne County Veteran of the Year. Mark was a member of Grace Church, the 555th Honors Detachment, Patios for Patriots, the F.O.P, and the Wooster Citizen s Police Academy Alumni Association.
Mark loved to serve others. He also enjoyed fishing, watching The Andy Griffith Show, traveling, doing light and sound production for the Wooster High School Performing Arts Center and Grace Church. Mark especially loved spending time with his family and spoiling his grandkids.
Along with his wife, Lori, Mark is survived by his daughters Nicole (Matthew) Peters and Jennifer (Justin) Villers both of Wooster; grandkids Maya and Kyle Peters and Jayce and Jayden Villers; sister Tonja (Ken) Myrda of Wooster and brothers David L. (Colleen) Lehman, Jr. and Maurice Mat (Tammy) Lehman both of Dallas, TX.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 4:00 PM at Grace Church, 4599 Burbank Rd., Wooster with Pastor Bob Fetterhoff officiating. Private interment services will be held in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Seville.
Friends will be received at the church on Sunday from 2:00 PM until the time of the service.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
The family request that in lieu of flowers, contributions be directed to the 555th Honors Detachment, 14834 Jordan Rd., Creston, OH 44217 or to the Patios for Patriots, P.O. Box 36, Dalton, OH 44618, or to the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 94, P.O. Box 717, Wooster, OH 44691 or to the Wooster Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, 505 N. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Memorial Contributions
The family request that in lieu of flowers, contributions be directed to the 555th Honors Detachment, 14834 Jordan Rd., Creston, OH 44217 or to the Patios for Patriots, P.O. Box 36, Dalton, OH 44618, or to the Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 94, P.O. Box 717, Wooster, OH 44691 or to the Wooster Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association, 505 N. Market St., Wooster, OH 44691.
Service
Funeral services will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at 4:00 PM at Grace Church, 4599 Burbank Rd., Wooster with Pastor Bob Fetterhoff officiating. Private interment services will be held in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Seville.
Visitation
Friends will be received at the church on Sunday from 2:00 PM until the time of the service.
Oh my I am stunned to hear about Mark. My heart goes out to Lori, Nicole and Matt, Jen and Justin and all the beautiful grand kids. It’s special to meet a man who loves his family so much and is such a servant of our Lord. Please take care during these difficult times.
We are so sorry to hear it. It seems like besides being a great father, I observed that Mark was a superb husband, a loyal Christian man and a gentleman. His life has been exceptional. May God bless Lori and all of your family.
“The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.
He lets me rest in green meadows;
he leads me beside peaceful streams.
He restores my soul.
He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name.
Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.”
Psalms 23:1-4
Birdie & Tom Weckesser
My deepest sympathy to Lori and children. A wonderful Christian family man,proud Marine, husband,father,brother,son.Wooster has lost a great citizen. RIP Mark.Semper Fi.
My sympathy and condolences to the whole Lehman family for this loss. Mark is a great man and an amazing coworker. It was an honor to know him and work with him during my time at Hopkins. I always enjoyed our little chats at work about life, military stories, and i enjoyed picking his brain to learn new things. And while we have lost a great man, heaven gained a great warrior.
Rest easy Mark.
So honored and blessed to have added your family to ours. We will miss Mark greatly! Thinking of you all!
I was so sorry to hear about Mark’s passing. Sending sympathy to Lori, her girls, Tonja and family, Davey and Mark and their families. What a wonderful example he set for all, and he will clearly be missed by many.
I did not know Mark but I congratulate his service to his country as a US Marine and his service to his church where my brother, Sam is a member and my brother John was a member until his move from Wooster.
My deepest and most sincere sympathies. So many prayers for Lori and the family.
Words cannot express the grief Kristy and I feel at this moment. Mark was one of the strongest witnesses for Christ that we knew. He loved his family, his country and God. We’re looking forward to seeing you again in Heaven.
I was stunned hearing of the passing of Mark. So many memories of our friendship over the years. A true friend in Christ indeed. My heart and prayers are with all of you in this grieving time.
We are stunned to hear of Marks passing. Lori, Nicole, Jennifer and Family we are sending prayers for Gods comfort during this most difficult time. Mark was honestly one of the best! Prayers
The Lemke Family
Sharing in your sorrow and praying for all the comfort and love you need to get through this sad time. God bless!
Our deepest sympathies to all of you during this time of loss. You are all in our prayers.
My sympathies to the family. Mark’s life was one to emulate—service & love to others. God gained an angel . Prayers for comfort.
My deepest condolences to Lori, Jennifer, Nicole and the entire Lehman family. May God give you comfort and strength during this time. My prayers are with all of you. I love you all.
I am extremely saddened by the news of Mark’s passing. I was blessed to know Mark as a Christian man, military veteran and his bold support of law enforcement in Wayne county. His life touched so many lives he had contact with. I pray that our Lord and Savior bring peace and understanding to Lori and family during this very difficult time. He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
Lori, Our deepest sympathies to you and your family! We are heartbroken and still in shock. Mark was a fantastic man who loved the Lord, his family, and his country! He will be greatly missed!
We will continue to pray for you all. Hugs dear friend.
I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was such an amazing person that when I think back to my high school memories Lori and Mark are in so many of those memories. You both had such an impact on my life when I was struggling. Mark was always so kind and supportive. He’s example of Christ love was so evident in the way he served. I loved when we would run into him in the last few years and he would be so amazed at my running adventures and so encouraging about it. He truly was one of a kind. You all are in my prayers for strength and comfort.
I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was such an amazing person that when I think back to my high school memories Lori and Mark are in so many of those memories. You both had such an impact on my life when I was struggling. Mark was always so kind and supportive. His example of Christ’s love was so evident in the way he served. I loved when we would run into him in the last few years and he would be so amazed at my running adventures and so encouraging about it. He truly was one of a kind. You all are in my prayers for strength and comfort.
Our deepest sympathy to the family in Mark’s passing. He was such an encouragement to all those around him. He loved deeply and especially his family. We are grateful for his testimony and love for his Savior. We will miss him, but know that we will see him again.
My deepest condolences to Lori and your family. What a faithful servant of his Lord, his country, his community and his family. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort until you meet again.
Oh Lori, I was so very shocked to see this. I have been praying for Mark and your family. God saw him struggling. Mark is resting now in heaven with our lord. “Well done, my faithful servant”. Praying for peace for you during this most difficult time.
My heart breaks for Lori and the entire family in the loss of this great man. We’ll be praying for your peace in the aftermath of your loss.
Sending love.
Lori and family, So sad Marks gone, I have nothing but good thoughts of Mark and lots of love your way Lori and family. You really are great people. Brighter days ahead for you and your family.
I am so sorry for your loss and you’re in my heart and in my prayers. If I can help you in any way, please let me know.
HOW YOU LIVE YOUR DASH
I read of a man who stood to speak
At the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on his tombstone
from the beginning….to the end.
He noted that first came his date of birth
And spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all
Was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time
That he spent alive on earth……
And now only those who loved him
Know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own;
The cars….the house….the cash,
What matters is how we live and love
And how we spend our dash.
Lori and Family…..Mark lived his dash well. Take comfort in knowing how well he was thought of by many.
Deeply saddened by the loss you and your family have encountered. Mark was a kind and joyful man. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori, Nicole & Jennifer, I’m so sorry to hear about Mark’s passing. I know that he had a long struggle with cancer; He has earned his just reward and a glorified body, and is in the presence of his Lord and Savior.
Thoughts and prayers to the Lehman Family. May God comfort you through this most difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Prayers for you all as you grieve the passing of Mark. God doesn’t make mistakes so we know exactly where he is. That is our hope in Christ that we have!
My sincere condolences to the Lehman family! Mark grew up beside me on Larwill St. Many prayers for peace and comfort to Mark’s entire family!
My sincere condolences to the Lehman family! Mark grew up beside me on Larwill St. Many prayers for peace and comfort to Mark’s entire family!
Lori, please accept our deepest condolences. We were so saddened to hear of the news of Mark’s passing. Special prayers to you and your family.
Semper Fi. Prayers for the family.
I am sorry for your loss. I use to live behind Mark when we were growing up. We use to walk to school together everyday. We always use to talk about what we do when we grew up. I always knew he would be a great man someday.
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories. Mark you will be truly missed rest easy my friend.
Thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Cherish the memories. Mark you will be truly missed, rest easy my friend.
Our deepest condolences to the Lehman family. We was shocked to hear of his passing. Mark was a good friend and coworker. Our prayers go out to the Lehman family during this sad time.
Semper Fi !
Lifting the entirety of family and friends in prayer during this time of significant grief.
Mark will forever be missed by the Redmans. He and Lori are truly special individuals that always place God first, then others, before themselves. We will always cherish the trip to Hawaii together for Morgans wedding….special friend indeed. Rest in peace my friend
Dear Lori and family, I was just heartbroken when I saw this on Facebook this morning. I thought Mark was doing well, and was beyond shocked to hear this terribly sad news. I rejoice for him because he is with the Lord but I mourn his loss here on earth for you all. Roger had the utmost respect for Mark and always, always had nothing but good to say about him. I think they were two kindred souls that both loved God, and both had old fashioned work ethic. My heart goes out to you. I’m pretty sure those two are laughing it up in Heaven, and saying this is the easiest job ever. ❤️ Although I cannot be there for the services, please know my thoughts, and prayers will be with you and if you ever want to talk, you can find me on Facebook. Again, I am so sorry Lori, for the loss of your beloved Mark.
So sorry to hear about the loss of Mark.. Heaven just received an amazing man. May the family always hear the whispers of WELL DONE.. good & faithful servant !!! Prayers of comfort to each of you
Lori and Family – I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in thought and prayer. This community has lost a great soul.
Lori, family and all Mark’s loved ones:
My sincerest and deepest condolences and sympathy as you navigate your way through the shock, grief and many memories of Mark’s too short, but so impactful life. God knew his work on earth was done and needs him in heaven for a special mission that ONLY Mark is qualified for. I know he will keep a close eye on all of you and make sure you are aware that he’s with all of you always. Love and prayers for all of you.
Extremely sad to read of the families loss. We lived across the street from each other as children for awhile when we were kids. The entire family was so much fun to be around. Holding you all in my prayers. May the love of our Lord carry you all through this difficult time.
My sincere condolences to all the Lehman family. Mark never hesitated to reach out and help me during many difficult moments in my life. I hold you all now in love and prayer.
We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to the entire Lehman family.
We are truly saddened by Mark’s passing. We are praying for you and your family through this difficult time. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Sending you prayers and condolences from the girls and I. We love your family. Heaven gained a wonderful angel and I am blessed to have known him. Love and hugs to you and your family, Jennifer Diller, Avery and Addison
So sorry to hear of Marks passing, Mike always enjoyed his time in the wrestling room with Mark.
Roger and I want to extend our sincere condolences to you, Lori and the rest of your family. What a shock it was to hear of Mark’s passing. What a witness Mark was for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are praying for all of you.
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to you, Lori and family. May God strengthen you during this difficult time. We’re keeping you in our prayers.
We want to extend our deepest sympathy to you, Lori and your daughter and their families at this extremely sad time. Pray for God to be with you at this most difficult time. We will be praying for you.
Lori, Jinni shared the loss of Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that he will be missed by all who knew him but know that he is always with you and is smiling from Heaven.
Mark was such a warm, kind, and funny man. I remember Mark from the youth group at The Church of God. In my second year of being a member of Teen Sing Out…Mark joined and we would carpool to go to practices and concerts in Holmes County. Mark loved to sing but he was conflicted as singing on Sundays meant Mark wouldn’t be able to watch the football games and he LOVED football! He would always ask that the game be put on the radio. Oh if only we’d had cell phone technology back then…lol. Mark always made me smile back when we were teenagers and whenever I would bump into him in Wooster in later years. Mark’s physical presence from Wooster will be missed but the Light of his eternal soul will shine forever bright.