Obituaries

Mark Westlake

December 7th, 1963 – October 9th, 2016

Mark Edward Westlake, age 52 of Mason City, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at his brother Stanley's home in Bader, IL. He was born on December 7, 1963 in Beardstown, IL, the son of Glen Allen and Martina (Hardy) Westlake.

Mark is survived by his parents of Astoria, IL, three brothers; Gene Westlake of Browning, IL, Stanley Westlake of Browning, IL, and Scott (and Alice Sheppard) Westlake of Astoria, Il, nephews Caleb, Jason, and Brad Westlake, August and Zach Woolridge, and Tyler and William Sheppard, great-nephews and nieces Dominick, Ciera, Erin, and Tristan Sheppard, and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Mark was preceded in death by his grandparents Glen and Genevie Westlake and Frankie and Pearl Durell.

Mark was a timber cutter. He also built communication towers across the United States. He attended the South Fulton and Lewistown Schools.

He will be sadly missed by his dogs Oscar, Wilson, Maddie, and Wilbur.

Mark enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Celebration of Life services will be held at a later date.

Condolences

October 12th, 2016

I'm sorry to hear this.
Thinking of you all.
Vonda Parrish and Family

October 12th, 2016

You have my deepest sympathy. Mark was a special person with the kindest heart. I learned so much about the wilderness from him. It was an honor to know him.
Roxanne Harling

October 12th, 2016

Mark was a lot of help to me over the years a really good person an a good worker. Lynn an colt mason

October 13th, 2016

Sorry to hear of Marks passing. He was a very special friend of mine and my family. Always there to help when an extra hand was needed and always a listening ear. We loved Mark and will miss him greatly.

October 13th, 2016

Sorry to hear of Marks passing. He was a very special friend of mine and my family. Always there to help when an extra hand was needed and always a listening ear. We loved Mark and will miss him greatly. Michael Keihn, Mason City

October 13th, 2016

He will also be missed by his girlfriend of 16 years as well as her family! RIP Mark!

October 16th, 2016

So sorry to learn of Mark's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with your family.

October 16th, 2016

Ray McCausland

October 18th, 2016

May the creator of heaven and earth who calls all the stars in the heavens by name, remember Mark. And as recorded at John chap 11 verse 25 call his name in the resurrection of the dead. Until then pray for Gods Kingdom to Come. I'll pray for your family.

October 26th, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to Mark's family and loved ones. He always brought a smile to our faces whenever we saw him. He is truly missed. The Mason Family-Margie, Lynn, Teresa, Stacie, and Coulter

October 26th, 2016

I was blessed with Mark's friendship the past 38 years. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and loved ones. He was special and will always be missed and will also always be remembered fondly. Teresa Mason-Garlisch