Mark J. Osgood (1957-2014)

AUGUSTA – Mark J. Osgood, 56, of Jay, passed on Saturday, July 19, 2014 at Maine General Medical Center.

He was born on Dec. 25, 1957 in Riverdale, Maryland, the son of David and Marlene Osgood. He attended Farmington schools, graduating from Mt. Blue High School in 1976. While in school Mark was on the football team and ski team.

He worked at International Paper Company in Livermore Falls and later became self-employed as a private contractor doing remodeling and caring for apartment buildings. He did this under the business title of “Osgood and Daughters.” His number one love was his daughter Mackenzie as well as his many family members. Mark was a great lover of the outdoors and head over heels over hunting and fishing. He especially enjoyed his time in Alaska fishing with his father.

Mark is survived by his daughter Mackenzie of Jay; his father David M. Osgood of New Portland; his mother Marlene O’Day of Fresco, Texas; his stepmother Mary-Sue Hayden of Farmington; his sisters Kristin Drottar of Windham, and Melissa Lawson of Fresco, Texas; brother Mark Owens of Raleigh, N.C.; many nieces, nephews and aunts.

He was predeceased by his brother Micha Brian Osgood; his fraternal grandparents Henry and Grace Osgood; his maternal grandparents William “Izene” and Lena Peeler; and his stepmother Linda Osgood.

Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Mark’s life at the Old North Church in Farmington on Wednesday, July 23 at 2 p.m. His daughter Mackenzie requests that you come to the service wearing colorful clothing and your favorite fishing or hunting attire. Interment will take place at a later date at Lakeview Cemetery and Flagstaff Lake.

Gifts of remembrance may be made to the Wilton Parks & Recreation Swim Program, c/o Frank Donald, 158 Weld St., Wilton, Maine 04294. Arrangements under the care of Adams-McFarlane Funeral & Cremation Services, 108 Court St., Farmington. Condolences may be sent for the family at www.adamsmcfarlane.com.