Mark F. Stahl

Mark F. Stahl, 61, lifelong resident of Morgan County and fellow neighbor in the Wilbur community, was called to the end of his earthly journey and entered the gates of Heaven at 12:15am, on Friday, October 23, 2020, while in St. Francis Heart Hospital South in Indianapolis, as a result of unexpected complications sustained in August during heart surgery. One of four boys, he was born in Indianapolis, on July 26, 1959, to the late Tommie and Jewel A. (Norris) Stahl. Mark and his three brothers grew up attending school in Mooresville, where he graduated with the class of 1977. Introduced to the woman that would later become his soulmate and best friend, he married Mary Price on June 25, 1983. The two comfortably settled into the quiet country life of Wilbur. Committed to faith, family work and community, Mark put in 24 reputable years of service with Speedway/Brickyard International Truck Parts. Pitching a tight line of sales, he backed each product with a great deal of knowledge and was a top seller from 2010 to 2012, earning the coveted International ring and winning trips to Puerto Rico, California, and Mexico. Continuing to excel up the professional ladder, in 2013 he became a successful entrepreneur, owning and operating M&M Truck & Bus LLC; Mark supplied various parts to local school bus garages and transportation departments throughout central Indiana. Prone to stand for traditional Christian morals, Mark and Mary were current member of the River Valley Christian Church in Martinsville. A current seat and staple within the Morgan County Fair Board of Directors, Mark joined the fair board in 2005, and was elected president in 2010-2011. He remained seated up to the present term. Taking an interest in antiques, Mark and Mary visited flea markets, went to classic car & tractors shows, and enjoyed fishing and traveling together. Proud of his success, he was able to purchase a brand new 2017 dodge challenger. Helping anyone that he could, he was a happy, mellow, and generous soul. A friendly neighbor, he made a difference in every way possible, silently donating to weekly food pantries and was known to fill up the truck with brand new items for WCBK'S Toys for Tots annual fundraiser. An honest self-made simple man, he was most comfortable when wearing his tennis shoes and bibs. Living by example, his gentle smile and heartfelt kindness was a prime role model of a man who shared goodness and love to do his part in leaving a bright legacy and kinder world when leaving. Mark will be deeply missed by all. Along with his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his brother, Randy Stahl and his sister in law, Carol Stahl. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 37 years, Mary (Price) Stahl of Wilbur; siblings, Danny Stahl (wife, Shirley) of Martinsville and Rodney Stahl of Mooresville; brother in laws Michael Price of Indianapolis, Mark Price (wife, Teresa) of Mooresville; sister in law Patty Stahl of Greencastle; along with several nieces and nephews; and his beloved bunny, Peaches. Friends and family are invited to gather for visitation on Tuesday, October 27, from 4pm until 8pm at Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel, with a Celebration of Life Service beginning promptly at 11am on Wednesday, October 28, with an additional hour of calling held prior. Burial will follow in White Lick Cemetery, and Pastor Kevin Able will officiate. COVID-19 Statewide Mandate: Attendees are required to provide their own masks and wear facial coverings throughout the duration of services. Please be mindful of social distancing and avoid all personal contact to slow the spreading. Arrangements have been entrusted to Light Memorial & Funeral Chapel, Monrovia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any local food bank or to WCBK’s Truckload of Christmas Toy Drive. To read Mark’s obituary, share a memory or send an online condolence to his family, please visit www.lightmemorial.com.

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Mark F. Stahl

July 26, 1959 - October 23, 2020