Mark Anthony Harmon Sr., age 64, was born on July 13, 1959, to Mary Arlene (Hearns) Harmon and the late Joe Ellsworth Harmon. Mark passed away peacefully on December 27, 2023 surrounded by his loving family when he transitioned to be with the Lord.
Mark accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in his youth at his family-based church, Trinity Baptist, where his Grandfather, Josephus Harmon, and his father, Joe E. Harmon, served as Deacons, and his mother, Mary Arlene Harmon, served as Deaconess.
Mark attended Columbus City Schools and proudly Graduated as a “Linden Panther” from Linden McKinley High School, where he played football and played his favorite instrument in the Marching Band. He also attended South East Career Center, where he learned his lifelong trade skills as a Graphic Arts designer/ Specializing in being a Cutter Operator, which landed him many career opportunities for over 40 years.
Mark loved spending time with his family and friends. Inviting them over to try out new recipes, he cooked, making his homemade salsas from veggies he grew in his garden, or serving his year-round barbeque ribs. His children were his biggest cheerleaders, affectionately calling him “The Grill Master.” When he wasn’t cooking or working in his yard that he took so much pride in, he was on his boat somewhere fishing, going to festivals or going to see live bands in the summer. Watching football games and scary and action-packed movies was his pastime in the winter.
Mark will truly be missed by everyone who knew him for his memorable quotes, his style of dress, and his contagious smile that would light up any room.
In addition to his Father Joe Ellsworth Harmon, Mark is preceded in death by his son Randy Olverson, Brother in law: James Smith, Brother in law: Greg Berry, Sister In law: Tracy L. Warfield
Left to Cherish his memory are his Beloved wife of 29 years, Marilynn “Kandi” Harmon, Mother Mary Arlene Hearns, son Demetrius Harmon, Son Mark Jr.(Marla), Daughter Tameeka Olverson, son Rick (Lauren McMann) Olverson, Daughter Tiffany Olverson, Son Ryan (Tiera) Olverson, Daughter Brandie (Derek) Samuels, Sister Tina Berry, Sister Cassietta Smith, Niece keisha (Thadus), Niece Shanell Smith Father -in- law: Wiley Harrell, Mother-in-law: Aziza West, Father-in-law: Tony West, Sister- in -law: Akilah West, Brother-in-law: Ayenda West (15) Grandchildren, (2) Great Grandchildren, (6) God Children, Aunts, Uncles, cousins and a host of Numerous other family members and friends.
Special Friends: Keith Dimmey, Greg Mitchell, Kenny Anderson, John Adams, Ralph Warfield, and Patricia Moreland
Special Thanks to All the Cleveland Cancer Clinic staff in Mansfield and Cleveland, Ohio. Also, The Kobacker House Hospice care team in Columbus, You all are Beyond Amazing!
Visitation 11:00 AM and Funeral Service 12:00 PM Friday, January 12, 2024, at Trinity Baptist Church, 461 St Clair Ave. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. LIVINGSTON AVE. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to the Harmon Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com
To the Family of Mark A. Harmon Sr.
My deepest condolences to you at this time of grief.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for all of you.
Condolences from the Sutton family.
I was deeply saddened to hear of Mark’s passing.
During this difficult time, please know that my thoughts are with you and your family. May the love and support of those around you provide comfort and peace.
We love you Mark . Rest in Heaven and you will be missed so much. So many Prayers for the family☹️.
We are sending our deepest condolences to you and your family at this time. Mark is so kind and funny he will be missed. Know we are here for you all, always!
Sending our deepest condolences from Kim Howie and Son, Brandon Beatty. To The Family of Mark Harmon, Sr; I am so sorry for your loss and sending love and prayers your way! God will provide comfort and peace. Rest in Heaven Mark
To the family of Mark Harmon, you have my heartfelt condolences in your time of grief
So sorry for your loss, l meant Mark in the late 80’s we were neighbors and found out that we shared the same birthday, l ended up moving and would run into him at times, Mark was always a respectful and a wonderful man, he’ll be truly missed. May God bless you & your family.
Sincerely,Deborah Henderson
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Kandi,
My deepest sorrow at the loss of your beloved husband Sending prayers for all of you.
Hugs,
Debbie Scott (POMC)