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Mr. Mark Anthony Suttles, 46, of Atlanta, Georgia and formerly of Albany, Georgia departed this life on Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Grady Health Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church parking lot, 400 Pine Avenue, Albany, Georgia. Interment will follow in the Riverside Cemetery, 200 Cotton Avenue, Albany, Georgia.You may sign the guestbook or send condolences to the family by visiting Meadows' website at www.meadowsofalbany.com. Meadows Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
*** Facemasks and social distancing will be required to ensure the safety of attendees.***
Mark Anthony Suttles was born in Albany, GA, to the late Fred (Doc) Suttles and
Minnie (Washington) Suttles on June 18, 1974. He was the third of their four children. Mark was
a man of God who was steadfast in his faith. He confessed Christ at an early age and was baptized
at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend H. B. Johnson.
Mark was educated in the Dougherty County Public School System and graduated from Westover
Comprehensive High School in 1993. Mark’s foundation for love and leadership was established
during high school when he met Lashane and joined Distinguished Delegates of Brotherhood. The
Distinguished Delegates of Brotherhood was a Junior organization founded with the intention
of encouraging young men in the community to steer clear of drugs and illegal activity while
remaining positive as they prepared for college. This organization bonded young men together
in order to mold them into community leaders. They learned the importance of teamwork and
healthy competition by engaging in talent shows and performing at step shows.The members of the
organization remember Mark as always being consistently genuine and gentle.
Upon graduation from high school, Mark went on to pursue his post-secondary education at
Albany State University, earning both a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in
Health, Physical Education, and Recreation in 2005 and 2011, respectively.
Mark’s father was an indomitable influence in his life; it was his mother’s professional footsteps in
which he elected to follow. As his older sister and brother had done before him, Mark, too, became
an educator. His career began in the Dougherty County School System, where he worked for more
than eight years before moving to Atlanta, where he joined the Clayton County School System. At
the time of his death, Mark was employed as a Special Education Teacher, Head Football Coach,
and Head Track Coach at Riverdale Middle School. In 2019, Mark’s leadership led the Riverdale
Middle School’s track team to a championship. In 2020, with the coaching staff of the Riverdale
junior varsity football team, Mark helped to lead the team to a championship.
In addition to being an educator and award-winning coach in the school system, Mark engaged
in the community in order to amplify his impact on the lives of children. For the past six years,
with the exception of 2020, Mark coached at the University of Georgia’s Kirby Smart Football
Summer Camp. Also, Mark erected a company, M. A. Suttles, Inc., wherein he tutored and
advocated for students with developmental delays and disabilities. He wanted to ensure that this
underserved population of youth had access to the necessary accommodations required for them to
be successful. In order to reach higher heights with the efforts of M. A. Suttles, Inc., and connect to
viable, expansive resources, Mark participated in the HOPE Global Form as a designee for several
consecutive years.
For Mark, positively impacting young people was not just a job; it was a calling. This was evident
by his own words found in the professional description section of his LinkedIn profile, “I have a
special love in my heart to motivate and inspire students,” and that is exactly what he did! When
Mark was motivating and inspiring students, he was certainly in the groove of grace. Not only did
he motivate and inspire students, but all whom he encountered.
As a trusted confidant amongst his peers, he was a warm, welcoming listener who spoke life to
all he encountered. Mark was also a passionate advocate for the African-American community,
lending his voice to worthy causes and serving as a member of the Atlanta Chapter of the NAACP.
Understanding that charity starts at home, when Mark’s father was inducted into the GA Radio
Hall of Fame in 2019, he served his family by accepting the posthumous honor, along with his
mother. Mark delivered a poignant acceptance speech on behalf of his family. There to cheer him
on was his wife, Lashane.
More than 20 years after their initial meeting, Lashane and Mark reconnected while Mark was
visiting Atlanta. The rekindling of their interest was soon set ablaze, and the couple became
inseparable. One year to the day after reconnecting, the two were married at New Birth Missionary
Baptist Church on July 26, 2014. Mark was a loving husband who enjoyed a very full life with
Lashane. Some words Lashane used to describe Mark are caring, nurturing, and accommodating.
A die-hard 49ers fan, Mark did not let the fact that Lashane is a die-hard Falcons fan come between
them. This friendly competition was actually the impetus of some very fond memories. Mark and
Lashane traveled to San Francisco to experience their teams facing off in the very last game played
at the Candlestick Park Stadium, then returned the following season for the first 49ers game in the
new Levi’s Stadium when they played the Atlanta Falcons. Lashane and Mark loved traveling, and
Mark’s favorite destination was Las Vegas.
Mark was a leader in every role he took on, including husband. He encouraged their participation
in organizations to strengthen their union. Grounded in faith, Mark and Lashane nourished their
union at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, where Mark participated in the Nation of Jesus
Men’s Ministry. It was in this ministry that he met Deacon Kenneth Johnson, who became a
brother in Christ and mentor. Mark and Lashane engaged in the “Give It All You’ve Got” Marriage
Ministry led by Deacon Johnson and his wife, Susan. Even in times of leisure, Mark was aware
of the importance of surrounding himself with other faith-filled couples to aid in maintaining a
strong marital bond. As such, Mark and Lashane were crew members of Black Love & Marriage, a
community of strong, Christian couples who traveled and championed each other.
Leaving an everlasting impact on everyone he touched, Mark transitioned the morning of February
10, 2021, in Atlanta, GA. He was preceded in death by his father: Fred “Doc” Suttles, and sister:
Angela Denise Suttles. Mark leaves to cherish his memories: a dedicated wife: Lashane K. (Shaw)
Suttles; his children: Marika Suttles, Kendall Bell, Markisha Suttles, Mark Anthony Suttles, Jr.,
and Rapture K. Vaughn; mother: Minnie (Washington) Suttles; siblings: Darlene Suttles (Gary)
Davis and Frederick E. (Lisa) Suttles; mother-in-law: Linda Shaw; father-in-law: Sam Shaw III;
brothers-in-law: Moncrief Shaw and Terrance Taylor-Shaw (Merlinda); sisters-in-law: Stacy Shaw-
Grant (Christopher) and Adrian Shaw; and a host of other relatives, as well as friends, church
members, colleagues and beloved students.
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Big Mark, your heart was just as your loving & large as your personally. A giant, caring, kind and compassionate spirit like yours can never be duplicated. Take your test among the Angels, as you were certainly an Angel on earth to many. Continuous Prayers for all of the family & friends.
Prayerfully,
Tonya McDuffie & family 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 🙏🏽~ Tonya McDuffie Albany, GA
Big Mark, your heart was just as loving & large as your personality. A giant, caring, kind and compassionate spirit like yours can never be duplicated. Take your rest among the Angels, as you were certainly an Angel on earth to many. Continuous Prayers for all of the family & friends.
Prayerfully,
Tonya McDuffie & family 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 🙏🏽~ Tonya McDuffie Albany, GA
Big Mark, your heart was just as loving & large as your personality. A giant, caring, kind and compassionate spirit like yours can never be duplicated. Take your rest among the Angels, as you were certainly an Angel on earth to many. Continuous Prayers for all of the family & friends.
Prayerfully,
Tonya McDuffie & family 🙏🏽 🙏🏽 🙏🏽~ Tonya McDuffie Albany, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with your mother, wife, children and siblings. ???? Love your Moore & Washington family.~ Lori (Moore) Standberry Atlanta, GA
Mark, I am still trying to process not being able to talk to you as we would do weekly. I remember like it was yesterday day that one we became friends I would always be there for you no matter what was heavy on your heart at the time of our conversation at the men meeting. I know you had the true love for your kids and I was so impressed to know a man loved his kids the way you did. I know obstacles prevented some things not to occur and I told you to never give up because god was in control. I remember the day you to me that you were in communication with your kids again which brought tears of joy because I saw the joy in you and heard it from you voice when you spoke of the day it occurred. Thanks for being a true man of god and a true friend and brother. I will miss you dearly. To god be the glory.~ Kenneth Johnson Atlanta, GA
Mark, I am still trying to process not being able to talk to you as we would do weekly. I remember like it was yesterday day that one we became friends I would always be there for you no matter what was heavy on your heart at the time of our conversation at the men meeting. I know you had the true love for your kids and I was so impressed to know a man loved his kids the way you did. I know obstacles prevented some things not to occur and I told you to never give up because god was in control. I remember the day you to me that you were in communication with your kids again which brought tears of joy because I saw the joy in you and heard it from you voice when you spoke of the day it occurred. Thanks for being a true man of god and a true friend and brother. I will miss you dearly. To god be the glory.~ Kenneth Johnson Atlanta, GA
Big Mark your smile will be missed here on earth. You are the first family member that I have lost fighting the battle of COVID. I am praying for our family during this time, and our country during this pandemic. Shane, Aunt Minnie, Freddie, Lisa, Darlene, Gary, and Mark's Children and extended family stay as strong as you possibly can during this most difficult time. Cousin Mark kiss my mommie for me. You were the biggest teddy bear and I was proud of your accomplishments. Your big cousin D'Andrea~ D'Andrea L. Price Atlanta, GA
Mark was a wonderful person. I had the privilege of working in the same building with him for years and on the same team for seven and one-half months. My condolences to the family for your loss of a love one!~ Linda P Owens Forest Park, GA
Mark, I am still trying to process not being able to talk to you as we would do weekly. I remember like it was yesterday day that once we became friends I would always be there for you no matter what was heavy on your heart at the time of our conversation at the men meeting. I know you had the true love for your kids and I was so impressed to know a man loved his kids the way you did. I know obstacles prevented some things not to occur and I told you to never give up because god was in control. I remember the day you to me that you were in communication with your kids again which brought tears of joy because I saw the joy in you and heard it from you voice when you spoke of the day it occurred. Thanks for being a true man of god and a true friend and brother. I will miss you dearly. To god be the glory.~ Kenneth Johnson Atlanta, GA
Mark, I am still trying to process not being able to talk to you as we would do weekly. I remember like it was yesterday day that once we became friends I would always be there for you no matter what was heavy on your heart at the time of our conversation at the men meeting. I know you had the true love for your kids and I was so impressed to know a man loved his kids the way you did. I know obstacles prevented some things not to occur and I told you to never give up because god was in control. I remember the day you to me that you were in communication with your kids again which brought tears of joy because I saw the joy in you and heard it from you voice when you spoke of the day it occurred. Thanks for being a true man of god and a true friend and brother. I will miss you dearly. To god be the glory.~ Kenneth Johnson Atlanta, GA
Heaven has gained another Angel! My Thoughts and Prayers are with the family!~ Lavinia Burks Kennesaw, GA
Rest Mark,Your spirit will always be in the hearts of the lives you touched.My Sincerest Condolences to the Suttles family.
Prayfully,
Sara mcduffie Britton~ Sara Mcduffie Britton Albany, GA
Mrs. Suttles, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. I will continue to keep you and Rapture in my prayers.
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.~ Psalms 34:18~ Tiffani McGee Mcdonough, GA
RIP 49ers. We are really going to miss you. My friend!!!!!~ Doc and Taloria Maddox Jonesboro, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
My prayers to the entire family. RIP Mark. WHS C/O91~ tanyon lakes burke albany, GA
LaShane and family, we love you and want you to know that you have our deepest sympathy. Please know that we will continue to pray for your strength and comfort. We also pray that you will understand God's perfect will. Uncle David and Aunt Shirley~ David and Shirley Barnes Leary, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
Mark, you will be missed! I have the pleasure of working with you at Riverdale middle school and you were always a team player and a great supporter. My prayers are with your family, your students, and friends. Rest In Peace!~ Kenneth Scott McDonough, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
Mark, you will be missed! I have the pleasure of working with you at Riverdale middle school and you were always a team player and a great supporter. My prayers are with your family, your students, and friends. Rest In Peace!~ Kenneth Scott McDonough, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
What a joy to have worked alongside such a caring individual of students. Your support and kindness will truly be missed. My sincerest condolences from my family to yours.~ Sherry Nance McDonough, GA
Prayers for my sister Lashane and the Suttles family. Rest easy Mark. You are among the ancestors.~ MONCRIEF BERNARD SHAW MARYSVILLE, WA
Mrs. Suttles,
My family are I are praying for your strength during this difficult time. To his children, Love each other like your father loved you.~ Wanda Davis Stockbridge, GA
Mrs. Suttles I am so so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. I continue to pray for you and Rapture. May God bring you peace!~ Angelica Marchionne FAYETTEVILLE, GA
Mark was genuinely nice guy and a good friend since our days at Friendship Baptist, Prayers out to the entire family!~ Al McKendrick Albany, GA
Mark was genuinely nice guy and a good friend since our days at Friendship Baptist, Prayers out to the entire family!~ Al McKendrick Albany, GA
I want to add my condolences to LaShane and the family for your loss. Looking at Mark, he and you are my kind of people - Love sports and God fearing. May God be with you as you grieve this loss.~ Mattie R Wright Albany, GA
Love You Always!!~ Jennifer West Albany, GA
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