MARK D. NIGHTINGALE
GARLAND- Mark D. Nightingale, 46, died unexpectedly, February 16, 2009, in Garland. He was born May 5, 1962, in Dover-Foxcroft, son of Dalton and Marline (Robinson) Nightingale.

He worked as a self-employed woodsman and carpenter for most of his life, but was really a “Jack-of-all trades”. Mark loved motocross racing and enjoyed time with his boys every summer at the track, where he had many close friends.

He is survived by his mother; his wife, Susan (Bennett) Nightingale; a son, Matthew Nightingale and his girlfriend, Connie and Beebah's special boy, Blake; a brother, Tony Nightingale and his friend Robin Neal all of Garland; 3 stepchildren, Brandon Clay and his wife, Ashley and their daughter, Mckenzie all of Virginia Beach, VA, Alisha Clay and Hunter Clay both of Garland; several aunts, uncles, and many dear friends.

The family will be hosting an open house on Saturday, February 21, from 2 to 5 PM, at Mark and Susan’s home on 193 Exeter Road, in Garland. Spring burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery in Garland.

Those who wish may make donations to help pay for his funeral expenses, c/o Marline Nightingale, 101 Campbell Road, Garland, ME 04939.

Arrangements by Crosby & Neal, Dexter. For an online guest register, go to www.CrosbyNeal.com.