John Rigsby contributed this message on Monday, July 26, 2010:

Rest in peace my old friend. May God grant peace to Carol and the family.

Weaverville, N.C.
eMail: johnrigsby@charter.net

Claudette & Jim McNaughton contributed this message on Sunday, July 25, 2010:

Dear Carol, We were so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. We are even more sorry that we could not attend the funeral or visitation, but we want you to know that we were praying for you and will continue to pray for you as you go through this time of grief. Please know that you can call us anytime and talk, come see us, or we can come over. We really thought a lot of Mark and I enjoyed working with him at Cherry St and Jim enjoyed working with him and we both enjoyed his laughter and the kind person he was. Please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers and that God will give you the peace and comfort you need to get through. In Christ's Love, Jim & Claudette

Asheville, NC
eMail: jimclaudette@bellsouth.net

Elaine Pruitt contributed this message on Friday, July 23, 2010:

Junior, I will miss your great sense of humor on the telephone.......you always were sweet and considerate towards my mom, Rhoda Pruitt, before and after my dads passing..........for that alone you are golden to me but most importantly, when I did get to visit with you and Carol on those rare occasions we shared many laughs & there was no stiffness, only acceptance that I am a part of the family no matter how few times I saw you....I miss you dearly and you and your family are in my prayers........... Love always, Elaine Pruitt Rhoda Pruitt Barbosa - ( my four legged child )

Laurel, MD
eMail: cakeomatic@yahoo.com

Ken Butler contributed this message on Friday, July 23, 2010:

Carol sorry for your lost had plenty good memories of marcus.

Asheville, N.C.
eMail: kenbutler@hotmail.com

Sharon Birchfield contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

To the Arrowood Family, My deepest sympathies on your loss. Mark was a joy to work with at BellSouth and will be deeply missed. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Waynesville, NC

jim stewart contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS

ellerbe, nc

Kathy Pruitt Culbreth contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

Carol and Lori, Even though I wasn't very close to Mark, he was my cousin and he was very comforting when my dad Gene Pruitt passed away this past February. He told me I needed to move back to the south to get rid of my yankee accent. I know both my parents, Rhoda and Gene enjoyed talking to him when he would call them. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Kathy Culbreth

Cheverly, MD
eMail: kaccibaby@hotmail.com

Wayne E Dull contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

I would like to send my condolences to the family. Carol, we had our ups and downs but I truly want you to know that I cared deeply for you and Mark. When I arrived in Asheville in 1990 to work for Southern Bell, Mark was one of the first people to welcome me and show me around the area. We would smoke cigarettes in the morning around the forklift and poke fun at the guys as they came through the garage. Mark's personality made it difficult to take him too serious, but he certainly made work endurable. I will never forget his laughter and outlook on life.

Alexander, NC
eMail: wayneedull@bellsouth.net

Evelyn Cauble Goodman and Family contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

Dear Carol, We are so sorry for your loss. Mark was a very unique person and will be missed by so many people who loved him. Our family has known Mark's family for many years. They were good friends and neighbors. We will be thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Evelyn Cauble Goodman and Family

Arden, NC
eMail: carlyle.goodman@att.net

Evelyn Cauble Goodman and Family contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

Dear Carol, We are so sorry for your loss. Mark was a very unique person and will be missed by so many people who loved him. Our family has known Mark's family for many years. They were good friends and neighbors. We will be thinking of you and keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Evelyn Cauble Goodman and Family

Arden, NC
eMail: carlyle.goodman@att.net

Linda Surrett Norris contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

To all of Marks family, I am so sorry to hear about Marks passing. Just think, he is in the arms of Jesus now. He had a wonderful Mom and Dad and I am sure that he is rejoicing with them now. May God bless and keep you.

Philadelphia, Tennessee
eMail: sisterpatches@dishmail.net

rebecca gudger contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

Lori, I'm very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a very good man He will be dearly missed by everyone. I'll keep your family in my prayers. Rebecca Gudger

candler, n.c.
eMail: gudgerr@tycoelectronics.com

Movita Surrett Myers contributed this message on Thursday, July 22, 2010:

Joe and family, I am really sorry to hear about Mark's passing. May God watch over each of you all and bless you and ease the loss. I love you, Movita

Philadelphia, Tennessee
eMail: momyers6010@msn.com

Shawn, Jenny and Ally Egelsky contributed this message on Wednesday, July 21, 2010:

Carol, we love you and although there are no right words at this time, you are in our hearts. Lori, having recently lost Jenny's dad, we have walked in your shoes and know how it feels to lose a dad, stay strong. Words cannot express how I feel about the time I spent with Mark Arrowood. He took a kid trying to make it in the telephone company and taught him how to be a man. He enabled me to be "laid back" and would say "Ski relax, you can't build Rome in a day". When I approached him about Masonry the light glowed bright through his face. He coached me through the degrees and guided me through the chairs to the east. He was the best secretary a Master could ask for. I could go on and on about Mark but the most important thing that I want everyone to know is that everyday I spent with Mark Arrowood was filled with laughter. His outlook on life was second to none and I truly hope that God enjoys Mark as much as I did.

Alexander, NC
eMail: segelsky@bellsouth.net

Sherri Burrell (Harper) contributed this message on Wednesday, July 21, 2010:

Carol and Family, I was so sad to hear that Mark had passed away, he was always so nice and my mom loved him so much, the family will be in our prayers.

Swannanoa, Nc
eMail: Burrellsherri@yahoo,com

Kay Simmons contributed this message on Wednesday, July 21, 2010:

My thoughts and prayers are with the family in your loss. Mark was a long time family friend and will be missed so much. Kay Simmons

Old Fort, NC
eMail: karen.s.simmons@gmail.com

ROY STEWART contributed this message on Wednesday, July 21, 2010:

marcus and i have been friends since the 3 grade.... so many happy memories from those "happy days" era.after all these years still recall fondly: watching i love lucy at his house having weiner roasts building a swimming hole in sweeten creek..... we were poor and all we could afford at boy scouts was the hat...didn't stop us from having a great time summer time we hitch hiked to royal pines pool walked to rec-park we were on square dance team at oakley as usual he danced with prettest girl when i moved to west asheville he walked all the way over to see me. and in 6 th grade he decided to try smoking....walking through oakley coughing and wheezing he threw cigarete down and several paces later we smelled smoke.. he caught leaves on fire... was the best of times God bless his family.... and i surely was blessed knowing him YOUR BUDDY, ROY STEWART

EL CAJON, CALIF
eMail: sefus_stewart@yahoo.com

Gary and Diana Warren contributed this message on Wednesday, July 21, 2010:

Dear Lori, Our hearts go out to you with lots of love and sympathy. We remember your dad fondly. He was such a good neighbor and so much fun to be around. I can still hear him laughing. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. With love,

Candler, NC
eMail: hummingbird110@bellsouth.net