Enloe Mortuary | Shelby, NC

Obituary For Mark McKinzie

Mr. Mark Timothy McKinzie, 55, of Bessemer City, NC passed away on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at his residence. He was born on October 29, 1965 in Cleveland County, NC to James Leonard McKinzie and the late Vera Lee McKinzie.

Mark attended Crest High School and went on to further his education at Brookstone College of Business and Lees-McRae College where he played football and obtained an Associate’s Degree. He served in the US Navy for four years and served in the Military Reserves for several years. He also was an advocate and mentor to other veterans in his community. Mark enjoyed singing and recording music. His stage name was Deu M and he was the CEO of ShellTown Music and House of Ms Publishing. His debut album was “Feel Good Music” and his last two singles were“One More Drink” and “Loud as We Want”. He also enjoyed modeling, painting canvases, and attending sporting events which included being a huge football fan.

Mark was preceded in death by his mother Vera Lee McKinzie; his maternal grandparents, L. C. Lee and Lottie Mae Hopper Lee; his paternal grandparents Ernest McKinzie and Argatha Thompson McKinzie; one aunt Jeanette McKinzie Gentry (George) and three uncles Billy Joe Lee (Diane), J. C. Lee (Lucille), and Charlie Lee.

Left to cherish loving memories are his father James Leonard McKinzie of Kingstown NC; two children, Loria McKinzie (Miguel) of NJ, and Michael Copeland of Shelby NC, two grandchildren, Cayleigh and Kendrell; two sisters, Linda McKinzie of Kingstown NC, and Sonya McKinzie of Durham NC, a honorary brother Jeffery Parrish Sr. of Kingstown NC; three nieces, Kenbria McKinzie of Kingstown NC, Leiah Famble (Teron) of Greensboro NC, and LaSonya Whitworth (Hugh) of Durham NC; one nephew, Nicholas McKinzie of Gastonia NC; a spouse, Susan of CA; a honorary nephew, Jeffery Parrish Jr.; ten great nieces and nephews, a special friend Joyce Lee, and a host of family and special friends.

The funeral service for Mr. McKinzie will be held on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at 12:00 PM at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel. The service will be livestreamed starting at 11:45 AM on Thursday, June 24, 2021. He can be viewed from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 24, 2021 from 11:30 AM until 12:00 PM at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel and other times at 1800 Kingston Rd. Kingstown, NC. Burial will take place at Salisbury National Cemetery in Salisbury, NC.

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In loving memory

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May God give Leonard and the Family strength and comfort. So many good memories with Mark while growing up in "Golden Ridge!" Todd Strong

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Mark was always a nice guy. I remember him from school and when I visited my family at Eskridge Grove. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Extending my thoughts and prayers to you. May he forever rest in peace.

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He was truly a man of honor we as the LGS players will truly miss him. Prayers to family and friends.🫂🫂❤️❤️

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I'm sorry for his family's loss. I'll never forget meeting and having long conversations with Mark. He would give you the shirt off his back.He always listened, cared, and tried to give the best advice. Another great soul gone too soon. Rest in piece ♡

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I am sadden to hear of Mark's passing. We grew up together at Eskridge Grove Baptist Church & Crest High School as 1984 Classmates. Mark was a kind and upstanding man, always smiling. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in Heaven Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with the McKinzie family. Barbara Jordan Sifford

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I am sadden to hear of Mark's passing. We grew up together at Eskridge Grove Baptist Church & Crest High School as 1984 Classmates. Mark was a kind and upstanding man, always smiling. He will be missed by all who knew him. Rest in Heaven Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with the McKinzie family.

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M Leonard and family, Mark touched the lives of many. I am grateful to have called him my cousin. I will always remember his smile and caring heart. Please know I am thinking of you always and will hold you all close to me heart. I am just a phone call away. I am here for you no matter the time of day. Love you all dearly, Senora Thompson-Scott

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My heart goes out to Mark's family. I will continue to keep you in my prayers. Mark was truly the sweetness of people and a joy to be around. Always smiling, is what I will always remember. Rest in Heaven my friend and classmate. Tammy McCluney Harbison 💞🙏🏾

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Lost for words, however, I still want to show my respect for Mark & his family. We had such good times growing up playing church softball and in high school. Earth's loss is heavens gain but the memories will last forever. Praying for the McKenzie💔. Velvet Fuller Briscoe

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Walter&Juanita Taylor

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Words cannot explain the sorrow in my heart mark was my friend for life. Those who knew him knew me and know that we weren't too far apart growing up we did everything together in the church or just hanging out in the street. This coming July 12th my birthday will be a sad one as for each of our birthdays we made it a habit to get together This time will be different. To the family, You know how much I love you and I love mark But his memory will not be in vain It will live throughout history in our hearts in our minds and in our everyday walk on this journey of life God love you and be with you ,Jerome Jordan

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My man Mark!! We rode bikes up and down Kingston Road during our high school summer days. We played ball and stayed out of trouble but we always had a great time! I didn't know how smooth Mark was until I bumped into him a few years ago. He was still the kind-hearted young man I grew up with. Mr. Leonard, Linda and Sonya...my prayers go out to you as this is a GREAT loss. I will always remember Mark as a great guy with a very smooth and cool demeanor. God Bless. Ken Holmes

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May God continue to bless my family during this time of bereavement. Mark always carried a wonderful smile. I remember our time growing up in the Quail Hollow community and our days on the football field at Crest Senior High. I loved you then and I will always love you and the rest of my beautiful family.

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I am still in shock. Mark was such a sweet guy, always smiling. I called him my Will Smith..Men in Black. He will be missed greatly. He was always there for my brother Michael. My condolences to the family. Repearler Surratt Brown.

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There are no words to express the news of Mark's passing. I have known him since forever, having to gone to kindergarten and elementary school together. After I was sent to a different school we lost touch. I will remember him as a very nice guy. I still have a picture from kindergarten where half of his face was taken in a picture with several other students along with me. Please let him find peace and let Mr. Leonard and his siblings find the peace that he is at home now resting for another time. You have our hearts. Thank you, Mary lynne johnson, Nan Glover Johnson & Kavin Johnson

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Prayers for family & friends of Mark. I went to school with Mark & he was always the nicest guy.

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Cousin Leonard you are in my prayers Sorry I can't be there I'm sending Love and sympathy to family 🙏🏿❤️

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Cousin Leonard sorry I can not be there but I'm sending Love and sympathy to my family may God give you strength 🙏🏿❤️

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To Family of Mark you have my deepest condolences. Marks sense of humor will surely be missed, he was a good 110 meter hurdler. Mark has finished his race and won. Peace Be The Journey Mark and God Speed.

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Our prayers are with the family of Mark. He was an amazing person and wonderful classmate. Praying for strength and comfort from our Heavenly Father during this difficult time. Lori Duncan Nanney

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Family my heart goes out to each and everyone you. Leonard, Val & Sonya I am here for you. I love you all so much. Cuzz, Lawrence Thompson

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Leonard, and family, I am sorry to hear about the loss of Mark.Your family is in my prayers for comfort. Beverly Thompson (John L's wife)

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We extend our thoughts and prayers to you all. May the love of Jesus comfort you. The Laborn Family

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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