Mark Lynn Roeder passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023, in Toledo, Washington, at the age of 63.
Born on Feb. 25, 1960, to Melvin and Beulah (Boots) Roeder, Mark was a lifelong Toledo resident. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and outdoorsman who loved working with his hands. He graduated from Toledo High School in 1978 and spent time as a logger, sandblaster, painter and diesel mechanic.
Mark will be remembered for his kind soul, willingness to help friends and creativity. He was a collector, known for collecting everything from tools to antiques. Mark was also a handyman and would say “he could fix anything but a broken heart.” He enjoyed boating, clam digging, and camping and was involved in pool leagues.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Bruce, and parents, Boots and Melvin. Survivors include his partner, Diana Hedgers; son, Tad (Alyssa) Roeder, of Phoenix, Arizona; daughter, Hillary (Steven) Budke, of Salem, fiOregon; five grandchildren; sister, Janet (Barry) Dodd, of San Antonio, Texas; and several nieces and nephews.
A service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26, at the Toledo First Baptist Church, with lunch to follow.
