Mark Byron Boswell

Mark Byron Boswell, 61, of Springtown, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 28, 2017. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, December 4, 2017, at North Side Baptist Church, 910 N. Main Street, in Weatherford. Visitation with the family will be held from 1:00 p.m., until the time of the service, Monday, at the church. Burial will be private. Galbreaith Pickard Funeral Chapel has been entrusted with the arrangements.

Mark was born February 9, 1956, in Arlington, Texas to James and Pauline Boswell. Mark married the love-of-his-life on March 22, 1975, and together had three children. Mark worked for many years as an R&D Machinist in the medical industry and most recently for Alcon Corp. A devout Christian, he loved his Lord Jesus and was a member of North Side Baptist Church in Weatherford. Through his profession and his out-going personality, Mark will be remembered for being a devoted and life-long friend to many. Riding his motorcycle gave him much joy and he and his wife loved to travel the country. Mark was a member of the Fort Worth Hog Chapter. He also enjoyed listening to Oldies Rock & Roll and outdoor activities including fishing. Mark will affectionately be remembered for being a devoted husband, the Best father, and grandfather whom his grandchildren referred to as “Popi.” 

He will also be remembered for giving the best hugs and for preparing his Sunday morning breakfast for his family.

Mark is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Donna; his children, Zachary and wife, Cecily Boswell, Aarin and husband, Jesse Thoresen; and Emily and husband, Daniel Brown; four grandsons, Dane, Dillon, Ethan, and Evan; by his siblings, Janet Hackley and James “Bubba” Boswell; and by numerous nieces, nephews, and life-long friends.

In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his sister, Cindy “Cookie” Brown.