Mark Langford
August 02, 1959 - May 17, 2020
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Mark Langford
August 02, 1959 - May 17, 2020
Obituary
LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif. -Mark “Fuzz” Terrence Langford, 60, died on May 16, 2020 in Laguna Niguel, California. A private service will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at O’Connor Mortuary in Laguna Hills, with a celebration of life in Iowa on August 2, 2020.
Mark was born August 2, 1959, in Bettendorf, Iowa, to Thomas and Verdene Langford. He was united in marriage to Trisha McLean on June 24, 1990, in San Clemente, Calif., and she preceded him in death July 17, 2009.
He attended Assumption High School (’78) and graduated from University of Iowa with Business Marketing in 1982. Mark worked as a sales manager and retired from 3M, formally Capital Safety.
Mark found the thrills of life in what most of us would consider ordinary. He lived more life in his 60 years than most find possible in 100. He loved a good adventure and made life more fun for anyone he met. Mark loved sharing his favorite experiences by showing his discoveries of the best views and greatest restaurants in different corners of the United States.
His love of traveling the world, driving cross-country, exploring the outdoors, “gardening,” hunting, his fruit trees, and love for his family made him the most interesting one to talk about and favorite brother, uncle, and friend by far. He had the biggest heart and when he was with you, he was present. He was always thoughtful, funny, generous, and so loved.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in honor of his late wife, the Parkinson’s Foundation in honor of his late mother, or Assumption High School.
Survivors include his many sisters and brothers, Ellen Langford-Kline and Don Kline, Davenport; Laurie Langford Suchanek, Iowa City, IA; Col. Michael and Martha Langford, U.S. Army, retired, Frederick, MD; Marian and Randy Brodersen, Bettendorf, IA; Rose Langford, Manhattan, NY; Thomas Langford, Bettendorf, IA; Joan and Dan Bradley, Morganton, N.C.; Jim and Heather Langford, Charlotte, NC; Ed and Judy Langford, Davenport IA; and Kerry and Chris Love, Saint Charles, IL; 13 nephews, 9 nieces, 11 great-nephews, 10 great-nieces, 1 great-great nephew and 1 great-great niece.
Mark was preceded in death by his wife, Trisha; his Pomeranian, Little Bear; infant brother, Joseph; and parents Thomas and Verdene.
Everyone loved Fuzz. His passing is a true loss to the world. In his memory, we ask everyone who knew him or reading this to do something different than your natural. Seek the thrill and wonder of the world in your everyday life. Be present and enjoy life more, knowing he did.
Graveside Service
- Date & Time: May 26, 2020 (12:30 PM)
- Venue: El Toro Memorial Park
- Location: 25751 Trabuco Road Lake Forest, CA 92630 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (949) 951-9102
23 responses to Mark Langford
Steve & Mary. Schmitz says:
June 4, 2020
Mark was a great friend great guy always so full of life. He will truly be missed by everyone. My condolences to all of Marks family
Steve &Mary Schmitz says:
June 4, 2020
Mark was a great friend and a truly great person. He will be sorely missed by everyone that knew him. My condolences to all of Marks family.
Rick Loomis says:
December 11, 2020
Mark was always fun to hang with, even during the most boring work meetings. He helped you realize not to take work or yourself too serious.
Porter Davis Norton says:
May 16, 2022
Mark was a unique person. He and I shared a hotel room in Pittsburg for a training week that we attended for MSA. Mark was funny, to the point and had the best analogies. He always had the entire sales team in stiches with his great humor. His humor was derived from his experiences in life. He was able to make a life experience into a extremely funny story which none of us could do. He loved his Guns and he loved his Beer .which for a long time was Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. Mark would always end his day with a big glass of fiber before he went to bed. He always said that if you poop didn’t float then you weren’t getting enough fiber! He stayed in touch with me after his retirement as well. Like most I wish I had taken the time to visit Mark more often. He was always extending the invitation and I was always too busy to make the drive. Now I do truly regret this. I’m sadden like all of his friends and family with his passing. I never thought he would leave us this soon. He loved Laguna Niguel and his home that he and Trish lived in. My heart and my prayers go out to his family and I’m so so sorry that it took me this long to figure out “where did Mark go?” I love you Buddy and we will see each other some day again. Your smile and flamboyant presence is missed by all.
Porter Davis Norton says:
May 16, 2022
Mark was a unique person. He and I shared a hotel room in Pittsburg for a training week that we attended for MSA. Mark was funny, to the point and had the best analogies. He always had the entire sales team in stiches with his great humor. His humor was derived from his experiences in life. He was able to make a life experience into a extremely funny story which none of us could do. He loved his Guns and he loved his Beer .which for a long time was Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. Mark would always end his day with a big glass of fiber before he went to bed. He always said that if you poop didn’t float then you weren’t getting enough fiber! He stayed in touch with me after his retirement as well. Like most I wish I had taken the time to visit Mark more often. He was always extending the invitation and I was always too busy to make the drive. Now I do truly regret this. I’m sadden like all of his friends and family with his passing. I never thought he would leave us this soon. He loved Laguna Niguel and his home that he and Trish lived in. My heart and my prayers go out to his family and I’m so so sorry that it took me this long to figure out “where did Mark go?” I love you Buddy and we will see each other some day again. Your smile and flamboyant presence is missed by all.