The late Mark Coulter, a beloved member of the Dallas community, tragically passed away in a fatal car accident on May 18th, 2024. Mark’s sudden departure has left his friends, family, and coworkers in deep mourning.
Cherise Valanski Pokorny, a close friend of Mark, is organizing a GoFundMe campaign to raise $3,000 for his funeral expenses. She shared her grief and the community’s support on social media, emphasizing the profound impact of Mark’s loss on everyone who knew him.
"We are all so lost without him," Cherise wrote. "Myself and his coworkers are mourning him terribly and cannot believe we won’t see him walk through the door anymore. His wonderful friend Pam and daughter Alicia are making arrangements as fast as they can, despite being four hours away. Please, if you can help in any way possible, we would all appreciate it. Our loss is a terrible one. Mark was taken away from us all way too early. God bless him. He was one of the most wonderful men I knew."
Cherise’s post has received an outpouring of sympathy and support from the community. Amanda Rossiter-Halbing commented, "This is absolutely heartbreaking to hear. I’m so incredibly sorry for everyone’s loss. May he rest in paradise." Sue Makowski Wallace added, "Was he the gentleman we donated to for help with heat and other things?" Zina Sult expressed her condolences with, "So sorry for your loss 🙏." Joanie Mae simply stated, "That is so sad 😥 RIP Mark."
Cherise’s GoFundMe page for Mark has started to gather donations, and she has encouraged people to donate directly to the funeral home if they prefer. The community’s response highlights the collective grief and the effort to support Mark’s family during this difficult time.
Cherise concluded her heartfelt appeal with a reflection on Mark’s character and the void his passing has left: "Mark was taken away from us all way too early. God bless him. He was one of the most wonderful men I knew."
Mark Coulter’s untimely death serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community support in times of sorrow.
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