Mark Banning
March 01, 1957
April 02, 2019
Age 62
"Our beloved father and husband, Mark Wayne Banning, lost his brave fight with cancer and departed this life in peace at home on April 2, 2019.
Mark was an army brat and traveled around the world with his parents. He graduated from high school in Heidelberg, Germany. Mark pursued a degree and career in electronic engineering. He worked for the federal government at the Food and Drug Administration as a cybersecurity network engineer. He retired from FDA in March, 2019.
Mark was born in San Antonio, Texas and just celebrated his 62nd birthday on March 2.
He leaves his loving wife, Mary Sue Banning, his beloved children, Roberta Korzen, Lorene Thomas, Mark K. Banning, and Laura Halfacre, his mother, Patricia Banning, his sister, Kathy Abel, and grandchildren, Kaila Banning and Brady Thomas. "
| Full name | City | State | Relation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odis Calvin Banning (Deceased) | Arkansas | Parents | |
| Patricia Sue Banning | Texas | Parents | |
| Mary Sue Banning | Fredericksburg | Virginia | Spouse |
| Roberta Korzen (Chris) | Woodbridge | Virginia | Children |
| Lorene Thomas (Brandon) | Fredericksburg | Virginia | Children |
| Mark K Banning (Beth) | Warrenton | Virginia | Children |
| Laura E Halfacre (James) | Fredericksburg | Virginia | Children |
| Kathy Banning Abel (Joe) | Texas | Siblings | |
| Brady Thomas (Lorene & Brandon) | Fredericksburg | Virginia | Grand Children |
| Kaila Anne Banning (Mark K. Banning) | Virginia | Grand Children |
Tribute Wall
Mark was a great friend who always made life happier with his presence or when talking to. Condolences to all of his family. You won't be forgotten and thanks for being my friend.
Jeff Smith
- Jeff Smith
Mark, you were my brother, my hero.
I will remember our times together - good times and there were many.
You taught me how to catch a baseball as well as a football
You TRIED to teach me how to drive a 5 speed.
You always wanted me to listen to the la
- Kathy Banning
latest album you purchased.
But for now . . .
May your spirit soar
May you find peace
May the music of the angels be the sweet sound that you hear.
Until we meet again,
I love you,
Kathy
- Kathy Banning
At the end of the day, I am one day closer to you.
I will Love you, always
Your Sister
- Kathy Banning
Mark was an amazing person and great friend. I have a lot of great memories working with along side him in IT and always enjoyed his stories and company. I am really sad to hear he has passed away so young and my condolences to you Sue and your family.
- Jason Scalzo
Mark was my sarcastic comic relief when we worked together at OIG, I have good memories of him. I am so sad to hear he left us so soon. My sincere condolences to Sue and family.
Jere' Watson
- Jere Watson
Mark was great friend and person. I feel privileged to have known and worked with him. My deepest sympathy from me and my family to Sue and the family.
Jerome Dunbar
- Jerome Dunbar
Mark was a seriously funny guy. He made us all laugh at work with his straight-forward attitude. I will never forget our Friday group lunches, his distinguishable voice, his flannel shirts, and his fantasy football teams. My deepest sympathy, Sue, to y
- Dannine J.
Mark Banning
March 01, 1957 - April 02, 2019