Mark Bushnell

Mark Richard Bushnell, 63, of Albemarle, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020.

Mark was born February 5, 1957 in  Syracuse NY, to the late William Howard Bushnell and Grace Heintz Bushnell. Mark was also preceded in death by his younger brother Robert Bushnell .

Beloved father, grandfather, partner and friend. Mark was a strong, hard working, intelligent man who did everything he could for his loved ones.  His sense of humor was one of a kind and he loved to make people laugh. He was an avid reader and had a great joy for learning. Mark will be missed by many, but never forgotten. He will forever remain in the hearts of his children, grandchildren and those dear to him. His grandchildren were the love of his life.

A Celebration of Life will be held  at a later date in his hometown of Syracuse NY.

Survivors include son, Brian J. Bushnell, daughter, Linda Louise Pierce (Justin Lengerich), Kelly Marie Sheridan, Life Partner Brenda Sims, step-son William Mills III, Christopher Brown, step-daughter, Dora Mills, his grandchildren Mya, Izabelle, Alexis, Selena, Cole, Timothy, Brendon, Tiffani, Tayla, Helena, Kira, Brianna, Emma, brother John (Lorraine) Bushnell, William Bushnell, James (Sheryl) Bushnell, sister Bonnie (Ron) Tibitts, and a large extended family.

In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Duke Cardiovascular research, Duke University, P.O.Box 90581, Durham, NC  27708.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Bushnell family.

Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com