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This memorial website was created in tribute to our loved one: Mark Brown - 63 years old, born on August 24, 1957 and passed away on February 8, 2021.

It is a collection to preserve Mark's memory for his many loved ones including his 4 year old grandson, Zane, who will be joined by another brother in May.

Mark didn't want a funeral service but rather for people to reflect on fond memories and share them with one another.

The "Life" tab includes a brief biography of his journey which is embellished by highlights in the "Stories" section as well as many priceless photos and videos in the "Gallery."

Please feel welcome to upload any stories, photos, or videos you may have of Mark or leave a note of support as "Tribute" using the section below.
February 9
February 9
I wasn't sure if I was gonna make a post this year, the thought of your passing was weighing me down yesterday. Instead of allowing that pain to keep me down I tried to express my gratitude towards those around me with a gesture and kind word. No words were left unsaid--hopefully that was a better use of your memory. I miss you.
February 8
February 8
Hey there Mark. Though we didn’t have the deepest history together I find myself often thinking of you. The music I play, the old country greats, I wonder which of them you liked and what you could tell me if I had the chance to ask you. I reminisce often of the day you had me Sheetrocking the man cave, the amount of money you paid me, and how I spent 15 minutes just thinking in my car that it was too much and I didn’t deserve it, maybe I should return it. Ultimately though I trusted you and thus doubt was dispelled.

Somehow you always had a huge smile for me. I don’t know what I did to earn it.

I harbor your echo, I play your music, the vibrations continue on.
February 8
February 8
Hey Pops,

Stoppin' by to say "I miss you and I love you."
I still think about you every day. I don't think that's going to change and I don't want it to.
I sure do miss you, though. It's hard to see February 8th on the calendar, see it relentlessly approaching each day and confront the void your absence leaves in my life... and to know that time will continue to pass but you're not coming back.
This morning I played the guitar song you inspired for you - I hope it made its way to you and you heard it or maybe I get the chance to play it for you if there's an afterlife.
Until then, I'll continue to carry your memory and all your love in my heart.

Your son - always,
R
February 8
February 8
Hi Dad, thinking of you as i start the day. Lit a candle last nigth and tonight - its just surreal another year has gone by. I hope with time it will get easier but every year it hits me like a ton of bricks.

Zane is crazy about football - wish you were here to share that with him.... you know me and Adwan - could care less hahaha. Zane told me yesterday "hey mom, your birthday is Sunday" and I replied, "Yes, so what should we do to celebrate". His answer "Watch the superbowl!"

There is still so much anger and sadness tied with your passing. I am still so angry with mom - I hope I can let that go. I know you would want me to. I have been working really hard at it. I wish i would have been able to talk to you one last time. To hear your voice and tell you once more how much i loved you.

You are with me always. Love, Jennie
August 24, 2023
August 24, 2023
Thinking about you extra today. As I write this note, Zane is listening to music I think you would have liked. It’s a day filled with anger, sadness, and everything in between. Hope you are at peace. Love you.
August 24, 2023
August 24, 2023
Happy birthday, Dad. I'm wearing purple for you today (just like I do every week) and played some guitar for you. Love ya. -R
February 8, 2023
February 8, 2023
Hey Dad,

Thinking of you today just like every other day.
I played my song on the guitar for you and I hope you heard it.
Miss ya. Love ya.

Always,
R
August 24, 2022
August 24, 2022
Happy birthday, Pops.

I still think of you every single day.
I see a lot of you in myself and that makes me happy.
There is also a void of infinite obsidian within me where I miss you utterly.

At times I wish I could avert my gaze from the lessons you taught me in your life and in your death.
At others they are the only thing that help me reconcile the meaninglessness of my existence.
I suppose it depends on the fortitude of my will which cyclically arises and passes away across time.

Regardless, one thing remains: I love you.

R
June 19, 2022
June 19, 2022
Happy Father’s Day, Mark! We would always catch up at least once a year or so and I guess today it’s really hitting me. You are deeply missed.
February 7, 2022
February 7, 2022
Missing you Dad. It is hard to believe one year has passed.

This year brought an immense amount of sadness with your passing but also joy. Your grandsons are healthy and growing faster than we can believe. You would love all the silly things Y does. Him and Z are too funny and the love they share is something truly beautiful to witness. Honestly, I get sad every time I stop to think about it because I wish I could share it with you.

Zane asks about you and its always so hard because it is a reminder you are actually gone. He asks if he can visit you. When we explain you are in Heaven with God, he asks if you can see him. It makes me sad and I still cry because in the short amount of time you had together, you made such an impact and he loved you. I wish that you could have done all the things you always wanted to do with him.

I carry you in my heart and miss you deeply. I miss your laughter and crazy jokes. I miss hearing your voice. I miss being able to call you and talk. I miss everything about you. I wish we would have had more time together. I wish we would have had one more hug together. Love you always.
March 15, 2021
March 15, 2021
Mark, we’ve always had time away and then time back together. This will be no different.

One day the boys will get back together. Till then, partner, safe travels.
March 15, 2021
March 15, 2021
A blithe grin welcomes
Copious laughter echos
Your warmth will be missed

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Recent Tributes
February 9
February 9
I wasn't sure if I was gonna make a post this year, the thought of your passing was weighing me down yesterday. Instead of allowing that pain to keep me down I tried to express my gratitude towards those around me with a gesture and kind word. No words were left unsaid--hopefully that was a better use of your memory. I miss you.
February 8
February 8
Hey there Mark. Though we didn’t have the deepest history together I find myself often thinking of you. The music I play, the old country greats, I wonder which of them you liked and what you could tell me if I had the chance to ask you. I reminisce often of the day you had me Sheetrocking the man cave, the amount of money you paid me, and how I spent 15 minutes just thinking in my car that it was too much and I didn’t deserve it, maybe I should return it. Ultimately though I trusted you and thus doubt was dispelled.

Somehow you always had a huge smile for me. I don’t know what I did to earn it.

I harbor your echo, I play your music, the vibrations continue on.
February 8
February 8
Hey Pops,

Stoppin' by to say "I miss you and I love you."
I still think about you every day. I don't think that's going to change and I don't want it to.
I sure do miss you, though. It's hard to see February 8th on the calendar, see it relentlessly approaching each day and confront the void your absence leaves in my life... and to know that time will continue to pass but you're not coming back.
This morning I played the guitar song you inspired for you - I hope it made its way to you and you heard it or maybe I get the chance to play it for you if there's an afterlife.
Until then, I'll continue to carry your memory and all your love in my heart.

Your son - always,
R
His Life
February 18, 2021
Mark Brown: Jokester. Dedicated. Driven.

When we reflect on our father’s life, these are a few of the countless words that come to mind. He had many chapters in his life – some of which he shared with us and others we will only ever know the surface of. The constant that remains consistent from the origins of his adventurous youth to his transition into a family man is the extreme focus he lived his life with. That is what guided and drove him to build a better life for the family he loved deeply.

After Jennie was born in 1986, Mark attended the University of Arkansas where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. He graduated in 1992 and took a position in Corpus Christi, Texas with Koch Refineries. Robert was born there in 1993 and the family eventually moved back to Arkansas to spend seven years living in Bryant, a small town outside of Little Rock. From there, he took a position which moved the family to the Portland metro-area which is where he happily called home the final 20 years of his life.

He was a dedicated father who always tried to do his best and be there for his children however he could. Although we didn’t always see eye to eye, we always found a way forward through difficult times. This collective growth brought us closer together and created a deeper understanding of one another.

There are many things we will miss about our father, but one thing that will be missed most of all is his sense of humor. You never knew what crazy comment would come out of him next, but you could always count on him to have one up his sleeve that would get you laughing. Throughout the adversity of life, he was always there to listen or offer advice… and, of course, drop a silly joke for comic relief.

One of Dad’s foundational beliefs was that “Everything arises and passes away.” Although his time with us has come to an end, we will still remember the compendium of his life and his character as a man. Together, we can all pay tribute to his spirit and carry it forward into the future through the values and memories he shared with each of us.

With all our love,

Jennie and Robert
Recent stories

Grandpa

February 11, 2021
Dad was so excited to be a Grandpa. While we lived on opposite sides of the country, Zane and Dad developed a great relationship. Dad made sure that Zane had all the Packers and Cowboy gear any little boy could ask for. It was a never-ending surprise what amazon package would show up on my doorstep any given week.

Proud Grandpas

March 5, 2021
Zane and my grandson were born about a week apart. It was both of ours first grandchild. I loved sharing pictures, videos and stories about our grandsons with Mark. Nothing made Mark smile or happier than his grandson and bragging about him. 

Mark and I spent a lot of Saturdays together at the office, he would be blasting some classic country and we would BS about life, kids, work and how we thought we could make the world a better place. Thank you for always taking the time to talk and give advice. I miss you Mark and will always remember you with a smile.

Equanimity

February 17, 2021
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Dad practiced Buddhism and one of his favorite concepts was Equanimity. He learned it studying the teachings of his favorite monk: Ajahn Chah. It means to have an even temperament, to accept everything arises and passes away. He always wanted to visit one of Ajahn Chah’s monasteries and in April 2019 we finally got to make that happen by visiting Abhayagiri in Redwood, CA. This is a slide show Dad created to commemorate the trip including the monastery, hiking the Redwoods and dinner at one of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco, Chubby Noodle.

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