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Mark Nairn
In Memory of
Mark Anthony
Nairn
1922 - 2014
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Condolence From: Fay Talbot
Condolence: There are so many nice things to remember about Mark. He had a nice singing voice and was a good dancer. When he was a young man, he prided himself on knowing all the words to all the popular songs of the day. He was a good brother, husband, and father. When he was a boy, he took some extra money he had earned and bought a croquet set for the whole family to enjoy. I admired the grace and dignity he showed in accepting the signs of aging, especially losing the sight in one eye and not being able to drive anymore. I loved him dearly and will miss him every day.
Tuesday August 19, 2014
Condolence From: Jerry and Gaye smith of Bishop, Ga.
Condolence: So sorry Gaye and I could not attend. He was a very special Uncle and was loved by us. We are glad he has moved on to a better place but also know he has left a void in the lives of our cousins and their children. Hope to be able to see you in the future.
Monday August 18, 2014
Condolence From: Terri Bruce of Kettering, OH
Condolence: I wanted to share my thoughts and prayers with your entire family for your loss. I was blessed to know both your mom and dad. I know this is a loss for all of you and I am truly sorry for this loss.
Monday July 28, 2014
Condolence From: Bill Trent
Condolence: http://www.google.com/patents/US3140134

This is the patent my grandfather was awarded in 1964 for designing a medicine cabinet with a hidden rear cabinet. It was not his only invention, though it was the only one for which he applied for a patent. Reading the application, we find that it took three years from the date of filing to the date of award, which says something about Mark's persistence and patience as well as his cleverness. To whatever extent that I can be said to see projects through to the end and done properly, I inherited it from him. Given that I still can't tie a bowline, I'm not sure I did.

In a different era, Mark might have become a serial inventor, tinkerer and entrepreneur. He would have enjoyed doing that, and may have found either spectacular success or repeated failure. His era, though, was growing up in the depression. After serving in the Navy during World War II and marrying the love of his life, he chose instead to spend 37 years as a mechanic for Eastern Airlines, a job that gave him migraine headaches, but also financial security for himself and his family.

I hope my children are lucky enough to inherit his good sense, his patience, his sense of loyalty and responsibility, and his belief that jobs worth doing are worth doing right. Most of all, I hope they will not have to choose between following their dreams and providing for their family.
Tuesday July 08, 2014
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