Mark Randolph Hightower

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
10:00-11:00 a.m.,
Service Schedule
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR  72211
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
11:00 a.m.,
Cemetery
Crestview Memorial Park
3077 East Grand Avenue
Hot Springs, AR  71901
Memorial Contributions
Pulaski County Humane Society
14600 Colonel Glenn Road
Little Rock, AR  72210
Mark Randolph Hightower

of Little Rock, AR

November 23, 2014

Mark Randolph Hightower, 25, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away Sunday, November 23, 2014. Mark was born on November 16, 1989 in Little Rock.

Mark was a member of St. James United Methodist Church and a volunteer firefighter and student.

Mark is survived by his spouse, Steven Christopher Gibson; his father; Rand Hightower (Kathryn), of Little Rock; his mother, Donna Waldrop (Gary), of Hot Springs Village; sister, Laura Hightower (Heather); grandfather, Toby Hightower; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mark and Cynthia Gibson; sister-in-law, Kathleen Gibson; aunts and uncles: Shirley Luten (John), Carlene Witt (Brian), Estelle Sams (Bill), and Steven Yearby (D.C); and a host of family and friends that love and will miss him dearly.

Mark had a passion for firefighting and was a volunteer firefighter with the West Pulaski Fire Department. He thrived in the outdoors and loved hunting with his father, husband, and sister. He was a kind, sweet soul who touched the lives of many with his charismatic smile and warm heart.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 26, 2014 in the Chapel of Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR 72211, (501) 224-8300, with burial to follow at Crestview Cemetery, Hot Springs. Visitation will be from 10:00 -11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pulaski County Humane Society, 14600 Colonel Glenn Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72210.

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26 Condolence(s)
Sandy Moll
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, December 8, 2014

Donna, Randy and Laura,
We are so sorry to hear of Mark's death. Although we have not seen you in many years, we remember fondly when our boys were young. Our hearts go out to you and we send you love,
Sandy, Dudley and Bailey Moll

Susan Day
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Dear Rand and Donna, Skip and I just learned of Mark's passing. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our son, Patrick Clemmons enjoyed Mark's company while in Scout Troop 30 together. We know your grief and can only say we are sorry for your heartache. Our thoughts are with you and your families. Skip Clemmons and Susan Day.

dick buzbee
little rock, AR
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Monday, December 1, 2014

Randy and Donna: We have just learned of Mark's death. We are very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you. Dick & Linda Buzbee

LNAA
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Friday, November 28, 2014

Your friends at The Lake Norrell Area Association

Robin Mickel
CONWAY, AR
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Thursday, November 27, 2014

Rand and Donna,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Robin Mickel

Dennis Hansen
Little Rock, AR
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Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Dear Rand and Family:

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Be sure to let us know if there is anything at all you need.

Best,
Dennis

Jim Palmer
Litchfield Park, AZ
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Rand and Laura,

Recognizing this is a very difficult time for you, I have not called. Frankly, I'm not sure what I would say had we spoke except how sorry Mom, Stephen and I are for your loss. Since all of us are parents, we understand the magnitude of your grief . Please know that we are only a phone call away if we can be of assistance. We love you.

Jim

Alice Lightle
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Donna, Randy and Laura,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine your pain. Although I have not seen Mark in many years, I have such fond memories of him as a boy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God grant you Peace during this most difficult time.
Alice

Shirley Luten
Oro Valley, AZ
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

A bright light has gone out of our lives. Mark was an example of love, kindness, bravery and compassion. I will always treasure the time I had with him. From a very early age, Mark was my partner in a little mischief and a lot of fun. He was also my dear nephew and my very dear friend.

Scott Hempling
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Rand,

Every trip I've made to Little Rock, almost annually for 23 years, every conversation I've had with you, always, always, there were your verve, humor, grit and love of life. That smile on your son's face tells me all that love you had for him got through to him. I hope that knowledge, somehow, someday, will ease your pain and bring you rest. Until then, know the joy that your friendship has given me and so many others, for so many years.

Scott Hempling

Adrienne Clair/Glen Ortman
Washington, DC
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Rand Hightower and Family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. We have been and will continue to pray for you all, that you can find peace and hold onto your faith during this terribly trying time. Please know that we are but a phone call away.

Wally Nixon
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Rand and Donna,

Dana and I are so sorry to learn this sad news. We are out of town and won't be able to make the service. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Michelle Mann
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

I am so very sorry for your loss and will pray for peace and strength for you all at this sad time.

Cathy Webb
Scott, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Kevin and Laura were good friends in preschool and I remember Mark as a little boy. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Tonya Malott
North Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

Dear sweet Donna, my heart aches for you. I am so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. You will be in my thoughts and many prayers. Parents should not have to suffer the loss of a child. I am so sorry this has happened to you, and your family. I pray that the unbearable pain you must be feeling now will soon be replaced by the wonderful memories of the times spent laughing with Mark, and loving him while you had him here. Take care, my friend. I love you. God bless you and your family.

Clay Gilliland
Roland, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

I am very sory for your loss.

Olan Reeves
Little Rock, AR
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Tuesday, November 25, 2014

We are praying for you and the family at this difficult time.

Beth and Kirk Renfro
Bigelow, AR
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Monday, November 24, 2014

We are so very sorry for loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dave Slaton
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, November 24, 2014

Rand, Donna and Laura,
I am absolutely heartbroken for you. I can not even imagine the grief you are experiencing. Mark was such a sweet and kind young man. I am grateful to have known him. He will be greatly missed. May you feel the comfort, peace and love of God today and for all the days to come. My prayers are with each of you and the rest of Mark's extended family.
Dave

Kim and Rhonda & Lacey Kitchens
Little Rock, AR
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Monday, November 24, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family members and friends! And to his husband Steven Gibson, I pray that when you feel you can't go on, you know that God is there to carry you thru!! Try to feel your loniness with all the special memories you have made together. I remember just last week us all sitting in our living room, laughing and telling stories, let those memories live on inside you forever. I can truly say he was a very caring and great friend! And he loved you so much!!
May God be with you all! May Mark rest in peace!
We love you!

Rosemary Parker
Little Rock,
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Monday, November 24, 2014

I'm so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I still remember his sweet little smile. May the Lord give you peace and comfort that only He can supply.

Rhonda (Slayden) Lovell
Fayetteville,
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Monday, November 24, 2014

Much love to your family. Many fond memories. I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers, my thoughts and my heart.

Gonzalo Velutini
Caracas,
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Monday, November 24, 2014

Steven all my love and prays. you are and will always be in my thoughts

Teresa Mathis
Beebe,
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Monday, November 24, 2014

Many prayers for the family. Marks smile will always be with you. Condolences to you all.

Carrie Diaz
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Monday, November 24, 2014

My sincerest condolences to Mark's family and friends. God bless you.

Stephanie Harris
Norfolk, VA
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Monday, November 24, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mark, but I know what he meant to my cousins, the Gibsons. I'm sorry that I never had the chance to know Mark; he seemed to be a wonderful man and a loving family member.

God be with you all.