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Mark Craig Briley

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Mark Craig Briley, most recently of Plano, Tx, passed away on June 12, 2022 after a courageous effort to come back from a traumatic brain injury. Mark was born on Nov. 1, 1955 in Izmir, Turkey. In his growing up years, his family lived in most of the southeastern states and overseas as Mark’s father served in the U.S. A.F. as an officer and pilot. Mark attended Louisiana State University and was on the LSU track team. He then graduated from North Carolina State University in 1978 and pursued a career that included setting up wellness centers throughout the western U.S.. He also spent many years in Colorado volunteering as a track and field coach working with countless students around health and exercise science. He was a blessing to so many. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, James L. Briley (father-decd. 1975), Willard Emmons (step-father-decd. 2011) and Mary Ann Briley Emmons (mother-decd. 2019). He was very proud of his large extended family John Furlow Sr., Martia Furlow (decd. 2017), John and Missy Furlow, Jim and Lynn Russell, Tim and Gennie Noe, Michelle Furlow, Trent and Julie Lyons as well as many nieces and nephews and a few great nieces and nephews. Mark is also survived by his sister, Deborah Briley Burris (Tim) and their children Christine, Briley, Mollie and Andrew (and grandchildren Luna & Aurora) and T.J.. And, most importantly his wife, Lisa Furlow Briley, who was the love of his life and he the love of hers. He lived a good life filled with love and wonder and led by curiosity. We will remember his laughter, his amused eyes & his voice full of contained emotion In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the National Special Olympics: support.specialolympics.org        

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    Tim O'Neill
    16 Jun 2022
    9:05am

    I am sad to hear of Mark’s passing. My condolences to his friends and family. I enjoyed the time I had working with him at Power Lift. I appreciated him taking the time teaching me about the business. We also shared a love and passion for track & field.

    Rich Federico
    16 Jun 2022
    9:48am

    My deepest condolences, I had the pleasure of working with Mark for many years at two different companies and always enjoyed our time together! RIP my friend!

    Carolyn
    18 Jun 2022
    12:24pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this news. Mark was a good person who I’m sure was and is loved by many. My condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family.

    Jeff Roth
    18 Jun 2022
    1:48pm

    Just a genuine all around nice guy, who was always smiling. I cherish the years of memories of you and your family.You will be missed.

    Margie Keene Cleere
    20 Jun 2022
    3:33pm

    Mark was a kind, fun-loving guy. He would do anything for you, always in the kitchen lending a hand. He was a pleasure to talk to and fit right into any crowd . Even our huge family gatherings. He will be missed.

    Dawn
    20 Jun 2022
    6:21pm

    Another star is shining now in the sky. My deepest sympathy to Lisa, family and friends. Mark, your presence will always be missed and the memories that you gave us will be treasured for a lifetime. We will miss you greatly.

    Matthew
    21 Jun 2022
    1:09pm

    Our thoughts, prayers, and support are with you Lisa during this time.
    -Your family at InterActive Legal

    Lisa Furlow Briley
    23 Jun 2022
    10:41am

    Thank you, Matt.

    Bill Jacobs
    24 Jun 2022
    6:57pm

    Rest In Peace Mark ! Greatly enjoyed our friendship and working with you !

    Tom Prohaska
    25 Jun 2022
    6:33pm

    My wife and I were devasted when we heard that Mark lost his courageous battle stemming from his fall. We have known Mark since he and Lisa started dating and spent numerous celebrations…birthdays, holidays, anniversaries….including our last trip together last year to Portugal. He will.be sorely missed but he will always live in our memories. Mark….may the angels lead you into paradise, may the martyrs come to welcome you at the gates of the new and holy city Jerusalem! And with Lazarus, who once was poor, may you have eternal rest. RIP dear friend. Joey and Tom

    Sharon Whitehouse’s
    26 Jun 2022
    9:25am

    We send our deepest condolences to Lisa and all Mark’s family and friends. What a tragic, untimely end of a good life! I remember fondly our good times growing up when our parents visited each other. Our fathers were not only brothers but good friends. Their sense of humor was definitely contagious. We all grew up laughing and seeing the world!

    Sharon Briley Whitehouse
    26 Jun 2022
    9:35am

    Ted and I send our deepest condolences to Lisa and all Mark’s family and friends. What a tragic, untimely end of a good life! I remember fondly our good times growing up when our parents visited each other. Our fathers were not only brothers but good friends. Their sense of humor was definitely contagious, and Mark was so much like his dad. We all grew up laughing and seeing the world because of them. What a blessed life! I am thankful to have had such a wonderful cousin as Mark and grateful that he found happiness in life.

    Sharon Whitehouse
    27 Jun 2022
    2:41pm

    Ted and I send our deepest condolences to Lisa and all Mark’s family and friends. What a tragic, untimely end of a good life! I remember fondly our good times growing up when our parents visited each other. Our fathers were not only brothers but good friends. Their sense of humor was definitely contagious, and Mark was so much like his dad. We all grew up laughing and seeing the world because of them. What a blessed life! I am thankful to have had such a wonderful cousin as Mark and grateful that he found happiness in life.

    Stan B
    28 Jun 2022
    10:13am

    Briley (no one called him Mark in high school, except the teachers)… was my friend. One of those friends you list as a “best friend” as you roll through life. Every time, he and I got together (seriously, every time) we’d start talking and go down some goofy “rabbit hole” together, then end up laughing our butts off for half an hour. And I mean laughing/giggling to the point of tears. (Talk about a cathartic workout.) I’m not sure how or why we clicked like that, but I’ll chalk it up to our slightly off-kilter, but sympathetic personalities. It’s deeply sad to lose a friend like this. I can only imagine how Lisa and the folks graced by Mark’s life affirming vibe over the last few years feel. I loved that dude. Rest in Peace Briley. You are the man.

    Ellen Warren Hinton
    7 Jul 2022
    8:45pm

    Our family is saddened in the loss of our cousin Mark and knowing of the many months of pain and difficulties he went through. Our hearts go out to Lisa who stood by him and continued to love and care for him. Also to Debbie, his sister, who has lost her only remaining family member.

    Bill Jacobs
    19 Jul 2022
    6:00pm

    Rest In Peace ! It was an honor to have known Mark ! My condolences to his family!
    We were blessed by your friendship!

    Bill Jacobs
    19 Jul 2022
    6:01pm

    Rest In Peace ! It was an honor to have known Mark ! My condolences to his family!

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