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Mark Kalen Bockrath (1971-2020)
Obituaries
Staff Report on May 18, 2020
Mark Kalen Bockrath (1971-2020)

Mark Kalen Bockrath, born February 8, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio, passed away in his home in Buda, Texas, on May 15th.  A graduate from Carroll High School, he earned a degree from Ivy Tech in Indiana, which enabled him to travel the country doing work he loved.

Mark was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, award-winning designer and creator who showcased his work through his company Mark Kalen Designs.  Well known for his striking smile and larger-than-life, generous heart; he will be deeply missed by many.

Mark is survived by his beloved wife Eleni, his daughter Cheyanne, five step-daughters Ariel, Kiara, Ava, Sabrina, and Sian.  In addition, he is survived by his mother Peggy, brother Sean, sister-in-law Sarah, two nieces Katelyn and Brooklynn, and his sister Meredith.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to support the cost of this unexpected loss. Donations may be made to the family on his memorial webpage at www.harrellfuneralhomes.com.

Join us in celebration of Mark’s remarkable life on Monday, May 25th, 2020 for a time of visitation starting at 5:00 pm, rosary service at 5:30 and funeral service at 6:00 pm all at Harrell Funeral Home, 1715 Kirby, Kyle, Texas.  Private cremation services will follow.  An Inurnment service for Mark will be announced at a later time with inurnment at Onion Creek Memorial Park, 11610 Chapel Ln., Austin, Texas. 

During this difficult time of abundant caution due to the Corona Virus, the gathering is limited to 40 people and social distancing and face masks are required.

You may show your support by joining the “Hugs from Home” program located on Mark’s memorial webpage where your message will be given to the family during the service to remind them of your love and support for them. 

To receive critical updates about this service and to join his services via live-stream on Mark’s memorial webpage, please sign up from the following link:

http://funeralinnovations.com/osignup/377359

We encourage you to reach out and show your support to the family during this difficult time.  

Additional ways you can show you care; send flowers directly to the family, view a tribute video from the family, or share a memory in the tribute section.

Funeral assistance provided by Harrell Funeral Home 1715 Kirby, Kyle, TX 78640   

ph: (512) 268-8200

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