Mark D. Tanner

On September 17, 2018
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Mark D. Tanner, age 67, of State College, PA passed away peacefully on September 17, 2018.

Born October 30, 1950 in New Castle, PA, he was the son of the late Barbara and Chuck Tanner.

Mark was the loving father of Matt (Jasmyn) Tanner of San Diego, CA, Julie (James) Lanigan of Warwick, NY and Lauren (Matt) Kocher of Pittsburgh, PA. He was “Papa” to Ethan and Asa Tanner; Calvin, Bennett and Anna Kocher; Ryan, Luke, and baby brother Lanigan due in 2019. Siblings included Brent (Tammi), Bruce (Kim) and the late Gary Tanner. He is also survived by his former wife, Karen Brandt.

Mark was a Penn State graduate and baseball alumni. He enjoyed cooking, music, sports and laughter with everyone he knew.

Family and friends are invited to a memorial service on October 6, 2018 at 1:00 pm at State College Presbyterian Church, 132 W. Beaver Ave., State College, PA 16801. Casual dress in honor of Mark!

Memorial contributions may be made in Mark’s memory to the charity of one’s choice. In lieu of flowers, please consider becoming an organ donor.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at www.cremationfuneralcare.com

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Dave Albright

Sep 27 2018

With deep sadness I wish to send sympathies to the Tanner family on Mark's passing. I got to know Mark when he did his book sales at our school. He had an infectious personality and I looked forward to his visits and our talks from families, Pittsburgh sports, Penn State, or just anything that would keep us enjoying the visit. I hope that you can find comfort, just knowing what kind of an individual Mark was and how many lives he touched and made better just knowing him. Our Blessings.

Peggy and Bill Brainard

Oct 1 2018

We are deeply saddened by your loss. Your Father will always be remembered for his humor, love for his family, and God. Bill and I are pleased for the time we had with him to enjoy his stories, watching TV with Bill, sharing our families and his friendship. May you all find peace with all his love and memories.

Cathleen and Mike Werner

Oct 6 2018

We knew Mark a very short time in the scheme of things. Mark had a great personality and left his memory in our first encounter as our neighbor 3 doors away. He had a wonderful perspective on life and tried to enjoy himself and gave everyone who had contact with him a happy feeling. Our condolences to Mark’s family at your loss.

Charlotte and Chris Thomas

Oct 10 2018

Dear Karen, Matt, Julie, Lauren and all your family, We are so very sorry about Mark's passing. We have many wonderful memories of your friendship. For me (Chris) .... being able to be part of a Saturdays golf foursome with Mark, Steve Gauly and Jay Straub epitomized it all. It was a supreme joy. I have never laughed more or laughed harder. For me (Charlotte) .... the smile, the almost ever present smile, it lit up the rooms that he was in and made others smile with him. Thank you all for being part of our lives. We will miss Mark. With love ....

Janet Hill

Oct 29 2018

So sorry to hear about Mark's passing. We thoroughly enjoyed him visiting our school in Wellsboro with the "Books are Fun" and later "Collective Goods" items. Although I did not know him well, I felt like I did. He was a great person and always smiling! We ill miss him......

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