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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Steve Gauly

Sep 18 2018

So sorry for the loss of your dad. I have so many great memories of good times with the Tanners in Meadville.

Lucy Nesbitt

Karen and kids, We are so sorry about Mark. Like Steve, we have such good memories. Mark was so kind to share times with his Dad and the Pirates team with our kids who loved the Pirates. It made an everlasting impact on each of them. Our boys and my husband and I will never forget that. Karen, I think of you often. Lucy Nesbitt

Jay and Nancy Straub

Sep 19 2018

So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. We remember the many fun times we had with our children in Meadville.

Tekla Brzoza Helfrich

I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. It's been so many years since we have all been neighbors. I have so many wonderful memories from the days of our joined driveways on Maitland Lane. Sending sincere condolences to Brent, Bruce and the entire extended Tanner family. May dear Mark rest peacefully and his loving memory sustain you.

Jim Mahlon

Sep 20 2018

Aww this hurts me, pains me deeply. Mark and I became friends because we have homes in the same neighborhood. His infectious view on life aided me in my own view. Truly one of a kind. He dealt with his health problems, as well as his daughter's, with an attitude that helped me in my continuing struggle of getting through losing my son who passed unexpectedly at the age of 27. I wish to express my sincere condolences to the all of the family and friends left behind in the wake of losing Mark. These things aren't easy to do. RIP, Ralph! We called each other Ralph, inside joke... I miss you Sir.

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