Mark Hartford Crowl, 74, of Jackson passed away Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Saint Francis Medical Center.

He was born Aug. 11, 1947, in Monterey Park, California, to Charles Hartford and Marion Elnora Moran Crowl. He married Kristine Louise Wiar on Feb. 14, 1982, and they spent much of their married life in Kansas City, Missouri. Their favorite home was at Weatherby Lake, Missouri.

Mark enjoyed fishing and delighted palates with his barbecue and smoked meats. He was a great cook as a result of his experience at his family's restaurant. Mark and his wife enjoyed traveling and especially liked balcony rooms on ocean cruises. His favorite destination was anywhere in the Caribbean, but Cozumel was also a special vacation spot. He sported a fabulous tan every summer. He had a clever wit that made the world a much better place, and his family and friends will all miss laughing at his dumb jokes.

Mark was a Vietnam War era veteran and served in the U.S. Army.

Survivors include his soul mate, Kristine "Kris" Crowl of Jackson; sons, Marc Hartford Crowl and Eric Eugene Crowl; sister, Linda (Robert) Wynn; sister-in-law, Kim (Robert) Stillman; five grandchildren, Austin Crowl, Vivian Crowl, Tyler Crowl, Everett Crowl and Annie Crowl; and four nieces, Rebecca Wynn, Rachel (John Sheehan) Wynn, Jennifer (Jeff) Gromada and Emma Gibbons.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

According to his wishes, cremation will take place, and no services will be held.

Ford and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.