Middleton, Mark Howard Russell, beloved husband, son, and brother passed away peacefully at the Tom Baker Cancer Centre, Calgary, Alberta at the age of 55 years.
Mark was born on April 14, 1965 at Vulcan, Alberta to Blain and Lynn (Spaeth) Middleton. He received his education in Vulcan and after graduating went to Lethbridge where he attended the Community College for 2 years. While at college he was on the boys curling team that won the provincial championship in 1984.
Mark started his career in Lethbridge working for Elrich/Fountain Tire. He then moved to Pratt and Whitney in January 1996. He worked there for 23 years retiring in May 2020.
Mark had a busy and rewarding life. He raced cars, competed in tractor pulls, traveled extensively across Canada and to Vietnam and enjoyed time with his car guy friends sharing a beer or shooting a few gophers.
Mark had a keen business sense and a sharp mind. He also liked cooking shows and trying his hand at various recipes such as dumplings.
A private family graveside service will take place.
Mark is survived by his soul mate and loving wife Hong, nephew Khang, mother Lynn, brother August (Brenda) both of Vulcan, sister Krista Christensen (Lance) of Radium, BC, numerous family members in Vietnam and numerous nieces and nephews. Mark was predeceased by his father Blain.
A special thanks to Tom Baker Cancer Centre Unit 57 committed and loving care the nurses and doctors provided.
Tributes in Mark’s memory can be made to the Leukemic and Lymphoma Society of Canada – #210, 1212-31st Avenue NE, Calgary Alberta T2E 7S8 or online at https://www.llscanada.org/ .
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. Please send condolences to www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca.
Mark was taken away from us too soon; 55 years is just a short time to live on earth. I’ve been greatly saddened by his death and hope his family finds peace.
Lynn, so sorry to hear of the passing of your son, Mark. May it help to know that others care.
Dear Hong, Lynn, August & Brenda, Krista & Lance, and Families
We were so sorry to hear of your loss of Mark. Please know that we are thinking of you all at this time and want to send you our thoughts and prayers. Know that he is still with you and that he is safe and cared for. Be comforted in your cherished memories of Mark and don’t be afraid to talk of him and how he made your lives better. He will be missed.
Love Leighton, Penny, Matt & Theresa and Families.
My condolences to the Middleton family.
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Middleton Family. We have many fond memories of the time that we spent with Mark, playing Slo-Pitch and racing lawn tractors, and just hanging out. May the good memories give you peace!
Martin and Susan Drost
Our deepest sympathies to Marks whole family – his wife, mom, Krista & Gus. He was a kind soul. Its been a few years since I’ve visited with Mark, but he’s never been forgotten. Fun Memories.
Our deepest condolences to Hong and all of the Middleton and Spaeth families. You will be missed my friend. We will never forget the many summers we spent pulling all over the country or the countless laughs we shared on every roadtrip. It was an honor to have called your our friend. Rest in Peace Mark.
Curtis and Byron Halvorson and families.
Or deepest condolences to the Middleton family. May your hearts be filled with love as you go through this difficult time ❣️
Troy and Jackie Scattergood and family
Lynn and family
Our heartfelt sympathies and condolences to you all in the loss of Mark.
May your many memories keep him close always.
Our thoughts are with you
Bob & Myrna Schmidt
Mark and the family are in our prayers. It was a great honor to meet with Mark. He was a very kind man. Mark will be missed, not only in Canada but also with his friends and extended families in Vietnam. We will always remember the great memories and great energy that Mark brought to us. We all love you Mark!!!
Our deepest condolences to the Middleton family. Many fond memories of growing up with Mark.
Thoughts and prayers are with the family and the whole community mourning the loss of Mark.
Malcom Kehr
Lynn, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.
Ron and Marg Schlaht
Lynn and Family, Deepest condolences on the loss of Mark. Treasure all the memories as you gather with family and friends may those thoughts and memories help you journey through the days and weeks ahead. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
Lynn Kranzler
Krista and family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. Cherish the memories.
Lynn, August, Krista and family. Our deepest sympathy. We know how hard it is to lose a loved one. May your shared memories bring you comfort.
Dave, Edna, Mike and Kelli Clark
With deepest sympathies to Lynn, August, Krista and families. May the hole in your heart be filled with wonderful memories of Mark as a father, son and brother.
Marjorie and Janet Stephen, and Sylvia Hunter
Lynn, our deepest sympathy to you and your family
So saddened by this news, thinking of your family.
David & Sharon Schneider
Thanks Sylvia…Big Hugs