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Mark Aichele Obituary
MARK VICTOR AICHELE
December 13, 1966 ~ September 9, 2016
Mark Victor Aichele, 49, of Ridgefield, WA, passed away Sept. 9, in Vancouver, WA; following a long and courageous battle with leukemia. Born in Olympia WA, he completed a 5-year Apprenticeship with the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters at Local 290, in Tualatin, OR, and enjoyed a long career in that Industry.
Along Mark's journey were many friends, family, and colleagues.
Mark is survived by his daughters, Karas and Kalyn; father, Everett and mother, Donna (Howard) Shaw; sisters, Denise (Kevin Martyn) Jason, Wendy (David) McNeill, Julie (Mike) Wisely; and his companion, Katriena Smith; as well as many friends, including lifelong friends, Branden Firkins and Denny Snyder.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Mark at the UA290 Union Hall, 20210 SW Teton Ave, Tualatin, OR 97062 on Sat., Oct. 1 from noon to 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.
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October 8, 2016
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise at 1 Thesselonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
September 28, 2016
Karas and Kalyn, Im so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Life leaves us with many questions. Remember all the good times and close moments that you have shared with him. My thoughts and my prayers are with you both. Coach Heim
September 26, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Lean on God to comfort you through this most difficult time. 2 Corinth. 1:3,4
September 26, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Lean on God to comfort you through this most difficult time. 2 Corinth. 1:3,4
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