GARLAND – Mark D. Nightingale, 46, died unexpectedly Feb. 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; Beebah’s special boy, Blake; a brother, Tony Nightingale and his friend, Robin Neal, all of Garland; three 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 and uncles, and many dear friends. The family will be hosting an open house 2-5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 21, at Mark and Susan’s home, 193 Exeter Road, Garland. Spring burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery, Garland. Those who wish may make donations to help pay for his funeral expenses, care of Marline Nightingale, 101 Campbell Road, Garland, ME 04939. Arrangements by Crosby & Neal, Dexter. For an online guest register, go to www.CrosbyNeal.com.
MARK D. NIGHTINGALE
