Mark Steven Irving, 64, of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland, passed away on March 29, 2024, at his home. Mark was born on November 17, 1959 in Washington, D.C. to Claude Rucker and Genevieve Hope (Compton) Irving. Mark grew up in Riverton, West Virginia, and graduated from Circleville High School class of 1979. He served as a paramedic in Grant County, West Virginia, for many years, and upon moving to Maryland in 1985 he earned his class B commercial driver’s license and began his career driving tractor trailers and hauling heavy equipment. He married Ellen Bloodsworth in 1986 and together they raised their two children, Stephanie, and Steven. Mark was a gun enthusiast, and spent much of his free time fishing and hunting, especially in his home state of West Virginia, which he loved all his life along with his American Eskimo canine companions, Jake, Snowflake, and Cooper.
Mark is survived by his beloved wife Ellen Bloodsworth Irving of Chesapeake Beach, Maryland; daughter Stephanie Irving Shaw and her husband Stack Everett Shaw; son Steven Claude Irving and his wife Chelsea Elizabeth Irving; grandchildren Shaelyn, Samuel, and Saylor Shaw, Maverick, and Anabelle Irving; sister Marilynn Lamborne and her husband Larry Lamborne; niece Christine Apthorp and her husband Connor Apthorp, and several cousins. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Genevieve Irving, and uncle George Compton.
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Charles & Joann Teter
April 14 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
We were sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. You and family have our deepest sympathy
David Hite
April 13 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Mark was one of my best friends we had lots of fun working with communication equipment up on Spruce Knob. Will miss him.
Steven and Barbara Jacobs
April 11 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
I’m so sorry to learn of the loss of my cousin Mark. My prayers to his Wife , Children, grandchildren,Sister and all his loved ones. I had many laughs with Mark in our young days. He was quite a fellow and sure loved the outdoors.
Jocelyne Content
April 8 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
So sorry to hear about your husband my prayers are with you and your family.
Amy Lusby
April 7 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
So sorry to hear this. Mark’s mother babysat me and I just loved the family. Such fond memories of my time with them. My heart goes out to his family.
Bob and Kathleen Shelton
April 7 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
Ellen and family. Our deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I know no words can ease your pain and sadness but I hope it helps even a little to know so many people love you and are here for you. God Bless you all. Bob and Kathleen xo
Annette
April 7 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
My prayers are with you and your family during this heartfelt time. God love and blessings. With love, Annette
Diane (Pennington) Long
April 6 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
I am so sorry for your loss, Mark was a great person. He was always making people laugh-went to school at Circleville with him, just not in the same class but lived in Riverton close him. He will be missed.
Todd and Beth Bloodsworth
April 6 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
Ellen and Family-we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love-
Todd, Beth, Jackson, and Ellie Bloodsworth
Karen Andrade
April 5 – Obituary: Mark Steven Irving
Ellen,
I am so sorry for your loss, praying for you and your family during these difficult times, May God give you the strength and acceptance.
Thinking of you,
Karen Andrade
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