Mark Francis Mahoney

Mark Francis Mahoney, a man whose life was defined by service, faith, and unwavering devotion to others, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 70. He died surrounded by his family after years of courageously facing two rare neurodegenerative diseases.

Mark’s faith in God was the foundation of his life. He lived with humility and purpose, always placing others before himself. In the first half of his adult life, he served as a Pararescueman in the United States Air Force, guided by the motto “That Others May Live.” During his years of service, he saved dozens of lives, helped deliver two babies, and formed deep bonds with his pararescue brothers. He took great pride in advancing the career field and supporting those who served alongside him.

His dedication to service was felt most profoundly by his family. He taught his children through quiet, consistent acts of love—coaching their sports teams, joining them on mission trips, engaging in thoughtful conversations, and simply cherishing time together. He adored his wife, Jennifer, whom he lovingly called “my beautiful bride” and “gorgeous” throughout nearly forty years of marriage.

After retiring from the military, Mark earned a master’s degree in information technologies and approached this new chapter as another opportunity to serve. A lifelong learner, he continually sought to grow in knowledge and understanding. He gave his very best in all aspects of his life, often without acknowledging the sacrifices he made. Deeply committed to his health, he completed his final marathon at age 50 and chose to stop drinking alcohol in his 50s, remaining sober for the rest of his life.

Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer; his children, Dianne Saison (Georges), Garett Mahoney (Natalie), and Colton Mahoney; and his cherished grandchildren, Kiersten and Georges. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Marguerite.