It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our dear Mark on December 5, 2018 at 50 years of age. Mark is survived by his loving parents Peter and Margaret, his siblings, Peter (Louise) Mersch, Eva (Rodger) Beattie and Kurt Mersch. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews, Katherine (Derek) Donaldson, Lauren Beattie, Jacqueline Mersch, Brett Beattie, Adrian Arnone, Brendan Beattie, Alex Arnone, Maxwell Mersch and great uncle of Hailey McGregor. Mark was taken by the dear Lord while he slept, to be reunited with his grandparents Harley and Irene Hyland and John and Eva Mersch. He will be sadly missed by his extended family, dear friends and his dog “Cuddles”. Mark is a former graduate from the PSW program at St. Clair College and a dedicated Windsor Star delivery worker. If you so desire, donations to the Ontario Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Cremation services were held. Memorial Visitation Sunday 1-3 p.m. and 5 p.m. until time of Memorial Service at 7 p.m. at Families First 3260 Dougall Ave. South Windsor, 519-969-5841.