Mark Marion Powell of Crestline passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Galion Meadows Skilled Nursing and Rehab. He was 76 years old.
He was born on December 18, 1949, in Celina, Ohio, to the late Robert and Eleanore (Harshbarger) Powell. Mark was a veteran of the US Air Force, retiring in June 1998 after 22 years of active-duty service. He rose steadily throughout his time and retired as a Master Sergeant. Mark then worked with the Defense Logistics Agency, completing a total of 38 years of faithfully serving his country.
Mark was an extremely active member of Crestline Church of Christ and directed a Christian military fellowship. His faith was ever present in his life. He was civic minded, invested with his community and made his family a top priority. Traveling with his wife and spending time outdoors were favorite ways to enjoy life.
Mark is survived by his wife of 16 ½ years, Denise Burge Powell; six children, Jason Powell, Belinda Powell, Kyle (Kelly) Schroemer, Chad Schroemer, Amanda (Bryon) Cobb and Ryan Schroemer; two grandchildren,, Avery Schroemer and Clara Cobb; four brothers, Terry, Ron, Tom (Kerri) and Jon (Diana) Powell; a sister, Kim (Mark) Wirwille; and many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 pm on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Wappner Funeral Directors and Crematory-Ontario, 100 S. Lexington-Springmill Road. The funeral service will immediately follow at 2:00 pm. His brother, Tom Powell, will conduct the service. He will be laid to rest with full military honors in Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery in Seville, Ohio, at a future date.
Words of condolence may be expressed at www.wappner.com
Funeral Home: Wappner Funeral Directors and Crematory-Ontario
Website: www.wappner.com