Obituary of Mark Allen

Mark G. Allen, 63, of Cortland NY, passed away January 17, 2016 at his home. He was born January 3, 1953 in Cortland. Mark was a graduate of Homer High School. He then joined the U.S. Coast Guard where he served for a couple years and was honorably discharged. Mark had been employed as a carpenter and migratory bee keeper during his younger years. He enjoyed being at Skaneateles Lake where he grew up and riding his motorcycle. He is survived by his wife of 33 yrs Susan Allen, his daughter Brandy (Andrew) Ross, his sons Jesse (Stacey Edgar) Allen, Nick Allen, and Ken Allen, his father Malcolm Allen, eight grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mark was predeceased by his son Benjamin Allen in November 2, 2015 and his mother January 10, 2016, along with his brothers Gregory and Eric Allen. A calling hour will be Thursday 10-11 am with a memorial service to begin 11 am at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home Inc., 9 Lincoln Ave., Cortland NY, 13045. To offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com