Many great memories of Mark and Cathy from WFHS. Loved keeping up with him and sharing his life through Facebook. You will be missed Gunny.

- Kathy Berlin Wegmann, La Grange, NC

Gunny was such a great guy. He was a great friend to Joe and then he has been such a rock for Jan, Casey, Catherine, Sarah and Joseph. He loved them all and he also gained much love and joy by the time he spent with them on their many adventures. His love and friendship will be remembered in the hearts of many people. God Bless you Gunny.

- Sally Welsh, Savannah, GA

sorry about the your loss of mark I only met him once at bellas he was such a great guy and very nice we will have you in are prayers jeff and jen merica

- jeff merica, sav, GA

we will all miss you I enjoyed the times and the trips we had together on the RR.God bless you.

- bob & mary anne edinger, savannah, GA

I will always remember Gunny with a big smile always willing to help a friend. He made many trips down to Orlando with my dad Bennett for UGA bowl games, boat deleveries, and even drove the moving truck when I moved back to Savannah. He will be greatly missed in our house. Like my dad said his seat will always be open in the Mancave in the back yard!

- Randi Craft Kozlowski, Savannah, GA

Nora and the Gunther family, I thought the world of Gunny and feel your loss. He was such a kind man to me and my husband when he was alive had such good times with him. I am so sorry and I am here if you need me.

- Betty, Saannah, GA

The previous is from Betty 'Tootsie' Creech

- Betty 'Tootsie' Creech, Savannah,, GA

My Dear Nora, My heart aches for you...I know this is a most difficult time for you and your Dad and all of Gunny's family and friends. My sincere sympathy to all of you. May God grant you peace as you grieve for this super guy. Much love, Kathryn

- Kathryn Murray, Savannah, GA

Gunny was such a sweet, warm and gentle man who had a heart of gold. He was a dedicated and loyal family man. He was a true friend to my brother Joe and a godsend to his beautiful family. His was a true blessing and will be remembered for all the wonderful things that he did for others. I will miss his sweet smile and great big bear hugs. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.

- Betty Welsh Goman, Savannah, GA

I am deelply saddened to learn of Mark's death and would like to express my sicere sadness and sympathy to his family at this difficul time. I met Gunny when I was 19 and shared many great times with him. I also had the honor of working with him for over 35 years at CSX. He was very good friend and I will miss his great smile.

- Johnny Gorman, Savannah, GA

Gunny it was a pleasure working with you for 35 years. You were a great conductor, and a good friend. You will be missed.

- lynn morris, savannah, GA

So sorry for the loss. Good friend, and team mate. You will be missed brother.

- Danny Sigman, Savannah, GA

i will miss working with you , Mark many funny times RIP

- Ken Wilson, richmond hill, GA

You will be missed Mark. Enjoyed the times we worked together and knowing you for the past 30 years.

- Buddy Collins, Savannah, GA

Gunny you were one of the kindest men I have ever had the pleasure to meet. It was an honor to call you my frind. Love to you always. Kim Graham

- Kim Graham, Savannah, GA

You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Charlie & Rhonda Sutlive, , GA

Gunny, you will be missed. What a wonderful person. Memories are the legacy of love. Gunny, you were loved by all.

- Pam O'Connor, Savannah, GA

Helen, I can't imagine the grief you are feeling at the loss of dear Gunny. We are supposed to outlive our children, not lose them so young. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Love, Dot

- Dot Wallace, Savannah, GA

Helen, I can't imagine the grief you are feeling at the loss of dear Gunny. We are supposed to outlive our children, not lose them so young. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Love, Dot

- Dot Wallace, Savannah, GA

Please accept my condolences in the death of Mark. I worked with Gunny at the CSX Railroad for twenty years. It was a pleasure working with him and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. All family members are in my prayers. Drew Owens

- Drew Owens, Pooler, GA

Mark, I will miss your sweet smile & spirit at CSX. Have known you for many years & we shared some fun times at work. My love, thoughts, & prayers to the family & extended family. May God surround you all in His loving arms at this difficult time. Mark will be truly missed. God bless you all! Gloria Hatfield

- Gloria Hatfield, Savannah, GA

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.

- Carol Ayer, Augusta, GA

Deepest Sympathy to Helen, Cathy, and family. Gunny was a friend to all who knew him and were all blessed for having known him. Gone too soon - Gunny will be missed!

- Bruce & Pam Smith, Athens, GA

I have had the pleasure of knowing 'Gunny' through Nora's family get-to-gethers. I found him to be most kind and enjoyed his company. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. He will be sorely missed by all. God Bless !

- Rose Wada, Savannah, GA

CH.14 TONE 5 AND BE NICE. I put in a good word, should be a straight run to the gates.

- D.W. Taylor, Richmond HILL, GA

Gunny my love. My heart is broken and my life will never be the same. I promise to take care of all things that were important to you for the remainder of my time until I see you again so you rest my love and I will think about you every day forever. I love you. Nora

- Nora Richardson, Savannah, GA

We've shared some fun & good times over the last 36 years. But, it was never about the railroad, that was just a place we worked. Going to miss that grin.

- Ray & JoLynn Arnsdorff, Savannah, GA

Call upon Him in your time of sorrow-HE IS COMFORT.'I WILL NOT LEAVE YOU COMFORTLESS,I WILL COME TO YOU.'KEEPING YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. CLAIRE AND CHRISTIE

- claire and christie, , GA

Gunny-you were a wonderful man and will be missed. Thanks for all the talks we had. love you

- Kim Sancomb, Savannah, GA

I went to St. James with Mark. After school I would sometimes walk to his house to play. I also work with him at CSX. Mark will be missed by all that knew him. Pat Welsh

- Pat Welsh, Pooler, GA

#5 is called into the big game. I am going to miss you Gunny. Garry Riddle

- Garry Riddle, Savannah, GA

Mark, it was an honor to work with and represent you. Your experience will be missed. God Bless.

- Dan Welker, Statesboro, GA

Mark, It was an honor to work with you. you will be missed

- TEDDY ROGERS, MIDWAY, GA

The Great Tragedy is not that men perish, but that they perish without knowing love. You touched many lives with Love Gunny. It was my Honor to know you. Save me a spot in Fiddler's Green Brother!

- Mark & Sally Corrigan, Savannah, GA

you will be dearly missed we lost a great person

- butch willis, pooler, GA

Condolences to the family.

- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA

I've known Gunny my whole life, and never once seen him with anything less than a smile. I'll miss the kiss I'd get every time we saw each other, and the love I felt when I saw him with the Welshes. We're going to miss ya, Gunny, more than you'll ever know.

- morgan hampton, savannah, GA

Gunny was such a sweet guy and will be missed. My prayers go out to his family and extended family.

- Valerie Rogers, savannah, GA

Rest in peace

- Francis Ryan, savannah, GA

Gunny I am going to miss our road trips to the games and our weekends in Athens at the house. I will see that Big smile every time I go in the back yard to the Bulldawg Man Cave you, me and Joey built together. Your seat will always be open. Tell Joe I said hello and I love you. GO DAWGS

- Bennett Craft, Savannah, GA

My deepest sympathy to Mark's Family and Extended Family. Mark was a true Savannian who never met a stranger

- Mike Kenny, Savannah, GA

Gunny, my heart is broken. I have known you since I was 6 years old. You were like another brother to me. Our families so close. You were a wonderful man and will be missed very much. Please give your dad, JB, Bloss and DJ a big hug from me. Take care my friend. I love you!!!

- Kris Cox-Moorman, Boone, IA

My friend, you have been with our family for most all of our memories. You shared our good times and bad, our family's births, deaths, marriages, countless summers at Tybee; any and all aspects of our lives. A strong, gentle shoulder to lean on, a constant friend. You cannot be replaced. We all mourn our own loss with your parting and will forever keep your memory in our hearts. Give Mom and Daddy a hug, watch a game with Joe, let Clancy know we love her. Until we meet again.

- Kathy Gaudry, Metter, GA

Gunny, words can't express everything you meant to me. Our relationship was an unique one and many of our friends knew that. I was blessed to have you in my life. I love you and will greatly miss you. May you rest in God's hands.

- Terri Ryan Thran, Savannah, GA

I grew up 1 block over from Gunny and he was like my big brother at WFHS. I have great memories of our fun times and will miss him. God speed Gunny.

- Susan Riddle Hampton, Roswell, GA

Gunny-you will be sadly missed.We had some really great times in the mountains we will keep cheering those Dawgs on. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Steve and Rhonda Lanigan

- rhonda lanigan, richmond hill, GA

Gunny-God blessed us with a beautiful spirit that touched our lives in a way that will never be forgotten. We will love you always. The Hodges Family Eddie, Debbie Sterling & Blake

- Debra Hodges, claxton, GA

Gunny I will miss your big jolly smile rest in peace dear friend. The world has lost a great man God Bless!!

- Suzanne McLaughlin VonWaldner, Savannah, GA

He never failed to bring a smile when greeting someone. He'd have made a perfect Santa Claus. A loyal, trustworthy and honest human being. I stand in line when I say I loved Gunny. When I went into business 25 years ago, he and Joe Welsh were always there to help with anything I needed. When those two had your back, you always breathed a sigh of relief. I would imagine they are catching up on old times. Anytime the very thought of someone brings a smile, you realize it's their eternal gift. I'd like to thank Gunny one more time for everything. Thanks for always being there my friend, and give Joe Welsh my best. I won't forget you.

- John McCarthy, Savannah, GA

Gunny: Thanks for the memories and the years of watching over and loving my children. Heaven gained an angel and I am sure you and Joe are sharing many stories and catching up. Watch over Casey, Catherine, Sarah and Joseph and make sure you give Joe a hug for all of us. Love you always and miss you forever

- Jan Welsh, Savannah, GA

I knew Mark at Windsor Forest High. He was agreat guy and will be saddly missed. My prayers are with his family. May God Keep you in His Loving Hands.

- Teresa Gregory, Savannah, GA

Have known Mark since our WF days. He was always a great guy and loved by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Judy Galbreath Walker, Pooler, GA

Mark your friendship will be missed you were a true Irishmen and we will miss you on the 2016 trip to Ireland. et we.

- Burke Family, Rincon, GA

Gunny' See you in the big parade!

- Vincent Powers, Wilmington Island, GA

Many great memories of Mark and Cathy from WFHS. Loved keeping up with him and sharing his life through Facebook. You will be missed Gunny.

- Kathy Berlin Wegmann, La Grange, NC

Gunny was such a great guy. He was a great friend to Joe and then he has been such a rock for Jan, Casey, Catherine, Sarah and Joseph. He loved them all and he also gained much love and joy by the time he spent with them on their many adventures. His love and friendship will be remembered in the hearts of many people. God Bless you Gunny.

- Sally Welsh, Savannah, GA

sorry about the your loss of mark I only met him once at bellas he was such a great guy and very nice we will have you in are prayers jeff and jen merica

- jeff merica, sav, GA

we will all miss you I enjoyed the times and the trips we had together on the RR.God bless you.

- bob & mary anne edinger, savannah, GA

I will always remember Gunny with a big smile always willing to help a friend. He made many trips down to Orlando with my dad Bennett for UGA bowl games, boat deleveries, and even drove the moving truck when I moved back to Savannah. He will be greatly missed in our house. Like my dad said his seat will always be open in the Mancave in the back yard!

- Randi Craft Kozlowski, Savannah, GA

Nora and the Gunther family, I thought the world of Gunny and feel your loss. He was such a kind man to me and my husband when he was alive had such good times with him. I am so sorry and I am here if you need me.

- Betty, Saannah, GA

The previous is from Betty 'Tootsie' Creech

- Betty 'Tootsie' Creech, Savannah,, GA

My Dear Nora, My heart aches for you...I know this is a most difficult time for you and your Dad and all of Gunny's family and friends. My sincere sympathy to all of you. May God grant you peace as you grieve for this super guy. Much love, Kathryn

- Kathryn Murray, Savannah, GA

Gunny was such a sweet, warm and gentle man who had a heart of gold. He was a dedicated and loyal family man. He was a true friend to my brother Joe and a godsend to his beautiful family. His was a true blessing and will be remembered for all the wonderful things that he did for others. I will miss his sweet smile and great big bear hugs. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tragic time.

- Betty Welsh Goman, Savannah, GA

I am deelply saddened to learn of Mark's death and would like to express my sicere sadness and sympathy to his family at this difficul time. I met Gunny when I was 19 and shared many great times with him. I also had the honor of working with him for over 35 years at CSX. He was very good friend and I will miss his great smile.

- Johnny Gorman, Savannah, GA

Gunny it was a pleasure working with you for 35 years. You were a great conductor, and a good friend. You will be missed.

- lynn morris, savannah, GA

So sorry for the loss. Good friend, and team mate. You will be missed brother.

- Danny Sigman, Savannah, GA

i will miss working with you , Mark many funny times RIP

- Ken Wilson, richmond hill, GA

You will be missed Mark. Enjoyed the times we worked together and knowing you for the past 30 years.

- Buddy Collins, Savannah, GA

Gunny you were one of the kindest men I have ever had the pleasure to meet. It was an honor to call you my frind. Love to you always. Kim Graham

- Kim Graham, Savannah, GA

You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Charlie & Rhonda Sutlive, , GA

Gunny, you will be missed. What a wonderful person. Memories are the legacy of love. Gunny, you were loved by all.

- Pam O'Connor, Savannah, GA

Helen, I can't imagine the grief you are feeling at the loss of dear Gunny. We are supposed to outlive our children, not lose them so young. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Love, Dot

- Dot Wallace, Savannah, GA

Helen, I can't imagine the grief you are feeling at the loss of dear Gunny. We are supposed to outlive our children, not lose them so young. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. Love, Dot

- Dot Wallace, Savannah, GA

Please accept my condolences in the death of Mark. I worked with Gunny at the CSX Railroad for twenty years. It was a pleasure working with him and I know he will be missed by all who knew him. All family members are in my prayers. Drew Owens

- Drew Owens, Pooler, GA

Mark, I will miss your sweet smile & spirit at CSX. Have known you for many years & we shared some fun times at work. My love, thoughts, & prayers to the family & extended family. May God surround you all in His loving arms at this difficult time. Mark will be truly missed. God bless you all! Gloria Hatfield

- Gloria Hatfield, Savannah, GA

my thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends.

- Carol Ayer, Augusta, GA

Deepest Sympathy to Helen, Cathy, and family. Gunny was a friend to all who knew him and were all blessed for having known him. Gone too soon - Gunny will be missed!

- Bruce & Pam Smith, Athens, GA

I have had the pleasure of knowing 'Gunny' through Nora's family get-to-gethers. I found him to be most kind and enjoyed his company. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. He will be sorely missed by all. God Bless !

- Rose Wada, Savannah, GA

CH.14 TONE 5 AND BE NICE. I put in a good word, should be a straight run to the gates.

- D.W. Taylor, Richmond HILL, GA

Gunny my love. My heart is broken and my life will never be the same. I promise to take care of all things that were important to you for the remainder of my time until I see you again so you rest my love and I will think about you every day forever. I love you. Nora

- Nora Richardson, Savannah, GA

We've shared some fun & good times over the last 36 years. But, it was never about the railroad, that was just a place we worked. Going to miss that grin.

- Ray & JoLynn Arnsdorff, Savannah, GA

Call upon Him in your time of sorrow-HE IS COMFORT.'I WILL NOT LEAVE YOU COMFORTLESS,I WILL COME TO YOU.'KEEPING YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. CLAIRE AND CHRISTIE

- claire and christie, , GA

Gunny-you were a wonderful man and will be missed. Thanks for all the talks we had. love you

- Kim Sancomb, Savannah, GA

I went to St. James with Mark. After school I would sometimes walk to his house to play. I also work with him at CSX. Mark will be missed by all that knew him. Pat Welsh

- Pat Welsh, Pooler, GA

#5 is called into the big game. I am going to miss you Gunny. Garry Riddle

- Garry Riddle, Savannah, GA

Mark, it was an honor to work with and represent you. Your experience will be missed. God Bless.

- Dan Welker, Statesboro, GA

Mark, It was an honor to work with you. you will be missed

- TEDDY ROGERS, MIDWAY, GA

The Great Tragedy is not that men perish, but that they perish without knowing love. You touched many lives with Love Gunny. It was my Honor to know you. Save me a spot in Fiddler's Green Brother!

- Mark & Sally Corrigan, Savannah, GA

you will be dearly missed we lost a great person

- butch willis, pooler, GA

Condolences to the family.

- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA

I've known Gunny my whole life, and never once seen him with anything less than a smile. I'll miss the kiss I'd get every time we saw each other, and the love I felt when I saw him with the Welshes. We're going to miss ya, Gunny, more than you'll ever know.

- morgan hampton, savannah, GA

Gunny was such a sweet guy and will be missed. My prayers go out to his family and extended family.

- Valerie Rogers, savannah, GA

Rest in peace

- Francis Ryan, savannah, GA

Gunny I am going to miss our road trips to the games and our weekends in Athens at the house. I will see that Big smile every time I go in the back yard to the Bulldawg Man Cave you, me and Joey built together. Your seat will always be open. Tell Joe I said hello and I love you. GO DAWGS

- Bennett Craft, Savannah, GA

My deepest sympathy to Mark's Family and Extended Family. Mark was a true Savannian who never met a stranger

- Mike Kenny, Savannah, GA

Gunny, my heart is broken. I have known you since I was 6 years old. You were like another brother to me. Our families so close. You were a wonderful man and will be missed very much. Please give your dad, JB, Bloss and DJ a big hug from me. Take care my friend. I love you!!!

- Kris Cox-Moorman, Boone, IA

My friend, you have been with our family for most all of our memories. You shared our good times and bad, our family's births, deaths, marriages, countless summers at Tybee; any and all aspects of our lives. A strong, gentle shoulder to lean on, a constant friend. You cannot be replaced. We all mourn our own loss with your parting and will forever keep your memory in our hearts. Give Mom and Daddy a hug, watch a game with Joe, let Clancy know we love her. Until we meet again.

- Kathy Gaudry, Metter, GA

Gunny, words can't express everything you meant to me. Our relationship was an unique one and many of our friends knew that. I was blessed to have you in my life. I love you and will greatly miss you. May you rest in God's hands.

- Terri Ryan Thran, Savannah, GA

I grew up 1 block over from Gunny and he was like my big brother at WFHS. I have great memories of our fun times and will miss him. God speed Gunny.

- Susan Riddle Hampton, Roswell, GA

Gunny-you will be sadly missed.We had some really great times in the mountains we will keep cheering those Dawgs on. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Steve and Rhonda Lanigan

- rhonda lanigan, richmond hill, GA

Gunny-God blessed us with a beautiful spirit that touched our lives in a way that will never be forgotten. We will love you always. The Hodges Family Eddie, Debbie Sterling & Blake

- Debra Hodges, claxton, GA

Gunny I will miss your big jolly smile rest in peace dear friend. The world has lost a great man God Bless!!

- Suzanne McLaughlin VonWaldner, Savannah, GA

He never failed to bring a smile when greeting someone. He'd have made a perfect Santa Claus. A loyal, trustworthy and honest human being. I stand in line when I say I loved Gunny. When I went into business 25 years ago, he and Joe Welsh were always there to help with anything I needed. When those two had your back, you always breathed a sigh of relief. I would imagine they are catching up on old times. Anytime the very thought of someone brings a smile, you realize it's their eternal gift. I'd like to thank Gunny one more time for everything. Thanks for always being there my friend, and give Joe Welsh my best. I won't forget you.

- John McCarthy, Savannah, GA

Gunny: Thanks for the memories and the years of watching over and loving my children. Heaven gained an angel and I am sure you and Joe are sharing many stories and catching up. Watch over Casey, Catherine, Sarah and Joseph and make sure you give Joe a hug for all of us. Love you always and miss you forever

- Jan Welsh, Savannah, GA

I knew Mark at Windsor Forest High. He was agreat guy and will be saddly missed. My prayers are with his family. May God Keep you in His Loving Hands.

- Teresa Gregory, Savannah, GA

Have known Mark since our WF days. He was always a great guy and loved by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

- Judy Galbreath Walker, Pooler, GA

Mark your friendship will be missed you were a true Irishmen and we will miss you on the 2016 trip to Ireland. et we.

- Burke Family, Rincon, GA

Gunny' See you in the big parade!

- Vincent Powers, Wilmington Island, GA