Mark R. Gard, age 64, passed away on November 15, 2015. He is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughters, Heather Gard and Tracie Gard; grandchildren, Sheila and Briana; step children, Danyel, Jonathan, Heather and Melissa; brother, George; sister, Meg Dinan and many other family members. Per his request cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11:00 am Thursday at the Hummel Funeral Home, 500 E. Exchange St. Akron, Ohio 44304. Memorial donations may be made to the family to defray expenses. Please visit www.hummelcares.com to share memories or condolences.