Mark Joseph Kinsley

Mark Joseph Kinsley, 50, of Hatfield Pennsylvania, formally of Hallstead, Pennsylvania entered into eternal rest after a short but brave battle with cancer, on June 18th 2023 at his home. He was surrounded by his loved ones and had a peaceful transition. Mark was predeceased by his grandparents, Harry and Charlotte Kinsley, Paul and Doris Hornak, and his father-in law Gerald Bishop. He is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Amy (Bishop) Kinsley; his parents, Dr. Charles and Sharon Kinsley; son Ti Szilagyi (partner Ash Zapach); sister-in-law, Carrie (Louis) Weizer; brothers-in-law, Joe (Kristen) Bishop and Kevin (Bridget) Bishop; his aunts, Roberta “Bobbi” (Ronald) Griffis and Bev Hornak. He also enjoyed special relationships with his nephews, Landon, Grayson, Colson, Aidan and Alex as well as his nieces, Katie and Annissa. Mark also leaves behind many beloved cousins, including Chris White. Mark was a 1991 graduate of Blue Ridge High School in New Milford, PA. He then went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism from Ithaca College in 1995. This included a semester abroad studying at Curtin University in Perth, Australia in 1994 with dear friends Brian Smith, Pete Bouley, Jeremy Saxton, and Jon Sauers. He completed a Master’s degree in environmental science from Oklahoma University in 1997. The majority of his employment was in positions that helped mitigate any environmental impact, the latest being in telecommunications as an independent contractor for NB+C. Mark was a lover of all sports, especially hockey, and played for Maine-Endwell High School. He was an avid Yankees, Steelers, Carolina Hurricanes, and Sixers fan. He loved a good sports debate and banter with his close friends and especially with his brother-in-law, Joe. We know that Mark is now having those debates in paradise with his father-in-law, Gerry, and uncle Mike Hornak. Mark also loved to cook, and prepared many meals for family and friends that he adored so much. The holiday meals and summer barbeque menus were carefully crafted and created with love. Mark was best known for his love of all animals especially his beloved dogs Ember and Cloey. He loved nothing more than taking Emmy for miles long walks, and always insisted on both dogs sleeping in bed at night, much to Amy’s lighthearted dismay. Mark had a passion for nature and for being outdoors. He spent many hours hunting later in life due to the influence of his father. He took great pride in his yard, keeping a garden and planting seasonal flowers. Mark considered going “up home” to his parent’s house with Amy and their dogs one of life’s great pleasures. It was a getaway for him, and countless hours were spent sitting on the deck with his mother and father, taking in the natural beauty that surrounded their home. Mark was raised to be the man he is by two incredible parents who loved him dearly. There are many words that can be used to describe Mark, and those who knew him well and loved him would agree that he was kind, opinionated, smart, loving, witty, and hard working. Mark loved all of God’s creatures and people; his heart was closed to no one. His love for his wife, Amy, was epic and prolific. In the throes of battling cholangiocarcinoma, his only worry was who would take over caring for her and for his pets. Not everyone gets to have a soulmate; Mark and Amy both did in each other. Mark’s inner light and humanity will not soon be forgotten. It is easy to understand why so many people truly loved him, and why his friendships were decades long. Mark would want everyone to remember him with a smile, and to be kind and gentle with one another. He often said tomorrow is promised to nobody, and to truly live life on one’s own terms. The family wishes to express deep appreciation to his oncologist at Penn, Dr. Parul Agarwal, all of the nurses who cared for him during his chemotherapy treatments and inpatient hospitalizations, as well as Penn Home Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 24th at the Community Methodist Church, 436 Main St., Great Bend, PA 18821. Friends may call from 9 AM prior to the service in the church. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to True Friends Animal Shelter, 16332 State Route 706, Montrose, PA 18801; www.truefriendsawc.com or Penn Medicine Hospice, 3535 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104; www.PennMedicine.org/hospice-donate.

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Mark Joseph Kinsley

February 11, 1973 - June 18, 2023