Mark Reed Jones
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Mark Reed Jones

  • May 16, 1976 - February 26, 2011
  • Lake Shore, Utah
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“Dear Phil and family, I was saddened to read of another death in your family...sometimes those we love leave too soon. If you take eternity in...Read More » ”
1 of 18 | Posted by: Chris Hall - seattle, WA

“We didn't personally know Mark but through our close friendship with Russell and Kodi Worthen we felt like we did. They have always shared such fun...Read More » ”
2 of 18 | Posted by: Jared and Shyann Robinson - UT

“It is with great sadness to hear about Mark's passing. What a good man Mark Jones was. He lived life to the fullest. He was such a likable person to...Read More » ”
3 of 18 | Posted by: Derek Schaerrer - Bristol, CT

“I am so sad to hear of Mark's death. My heart hurts for his family. I have the most fun memories of Mark during our Junior and Senior years of high...Read More » ”
4 of 18 | Posted by: Jennifer Johns Robinson - UT

“Brother Schaerrer and I and Derek have such fun memories of Mark in our home and Derek at Mark's home. We are so sorry to hear of his passing and...Read More » ”
5 of 18 | Posted by: Luci Schaerrer - Payson, UT

“Mark was a great example to me in school. He was a good sport and never spoke ill of anyone as far as I can remember. Sad to hear of his passing. ”
6 of 18 | Posted by: Nathan Abbott - Payson, UT

“To Marilyn and Family, We were so sad to read of Mark's death. We wish we could be there to show our support and this hard time in your lives. We are...Read More » ”
7 of 18 | Posted by: Kay & Lynette Houser - Payson, UT

“Dear Marilyn and Family, So very sad to hear of Mark's passing.. My heart aches for each of you.. Hold fast to your memories and know that Mark...Read More » ”
8 of 18 | Posted by: Judy Spencer - Heber , UT

“My last memory of Mark was going out to lunch with him. I loved hanging out with him because of his sense of humor. He made me laugh so hard that...Read More » ”
9 of 18 | Posted by: Matt Parker - Heber City, UT

“Marilyn, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember clearly the day you were married and what a beautiful couple you made. Every time I saw...Read More » ”
10 of 18 | Posted by: Susan Thackeray - Friend

“I am very saddened to hear of Mark's passing. Mark has always been a great friend who will be missed dearly. I appreciate the friendship that Mark...Read More » ”
11 of 18 | Posted by: Trev Watkins - Heber City, UT

“Mark was a great engineer, person and friend. We will miss him very much. ”
12 of 18 | Posted by: Bill Twonsend - Orem, UT

“Dear Marilyn and family, During this difficult time may you be filled with happy memories of your daddy, husband and brother. God Bless you and...Read More » ”
13 of 18 | Posted by: Bonnie Ballard-Valdez - Payson , UT

“Phil, please know of my heartfelt love for you and your family at this most difficult time. As a friend of Joan and a cousin of yours, I am...Read More » ”
14 of 18 | Posted by: JoAnn Smith Anderson - Bluffdale, UT

“Marilyn, I'm so sorry to hear about Mark. He and I were always in orchestra and a variety of other classes together. He was funny and kept things...Read More » ”
15 of 18 | Posted by: Sara Evans Stieler - Des Moines, IA

“Marilyn I am so sorry for your loss! Mark was an Incredible person and will be missed by so many. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you, your...Read More » ”
16 of 18 | Posted by: Denise (Kerby) Harkey - UT

“I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My best to you making it through these tough times. Marilyn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your...Read More » ”
17 of 18 | Posted by: Melanie (Gardner) Olsen - Ogden, UT

“I still remember the time I was busy mowing my lawn one Summer, oblivious to anything behind that noisy engine. And someone scared the bejeezus out...Read More » ”
18 of 18 | Posted by: Wade Haskell - Payson, UT


Mark Reed Jones passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2011. He was born May 16, 1976 in Payson, Utah to Philip Earl and Joan Kotter Jones. He grew up in Payson and graduated in 1994 from Payson High School, where he was a gifted student with a strong will and desire to excel.

Mark married Marilyn Judy Thomas in Payson on August 22, 1997. With her help he graduated from the University of Utah in 2007 as a Civil Engineer. Mark worked for G & J Construction and subsequently worked for the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) where he was employed at the time of his death.

Mark is survived by Marilyn, the love of his life, and three adorable children Kate, Wade and Piper. Also by his father Philip E Jones, 5 sisters Julie (Russ) Harward, Linda (Ray) Rowley, Susan (Chris) Hailstone, Debra (Todd) Sperry, Diane (Rich) Payne and 4 brothers Alan (Gery), David (Jan), Reed (Erin) and Gordon (Ali); he is preceded in death by his beloved mother Joan.

Mark is an Elder in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He enjoyed the outdoors with his family and friends, while camping, boating, hunting, riding horses and working his dogs. Most of all he strived to be a loving husband and father.

A public visitation will be held Friday March 4, 2011 6pm-8pm at Walker Mortuary in Payson at 587 South 100 West. A visitation will also be held Saturday March 5 at the Lake Shore LDS chapel 5916 South 3200 West from 9:45am-10:45am, with funeral services beginning at 11:00am. Interment will follow at Payson City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at any Wells Fargo Bank in the name of the Mark Jones Family.