Mark Bernazzoli

MARK CARMEN BERNAZZOLI 1964-2026 Mark C. Bernazzoli, 61, of Ferndale, MI, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 9th. He is survived by his partner of 26 years Scott Jacob, sister Marsha (Rob) Ledder, nephew Alex (Emily) Forero, nieces Olivia Ledder, Jessica (Jason) Papendorf, Brianna Ledder, and sisters in-law Lori (Mike) Rubino and Lisa (Dennis) Glomski. Mark was thrilled to welcome the newest generation of loved ones: Will, Gigi, Benny, and newborn Matt. He is also mourned by a host of extended family and friends. Mark was born in Cheverly, MD, September 24, 1964, to the late Mario and Donna (Dillalogue) Bernazzoli, and grew up in Warrington, PA. He spent summers and holidays in Gallitzin, PA - a setting he hoped may serve as his final resting place. He began his lifetime career as a church musician and music director at the young age of 13. Mark's love of liturgical music afforded him the opportunity to work in several states, included PA, IL, MD and SC, over 4 decades. He was also an accomplished and talented singer, providing meaningful music for countless weddings, funerals and church services. He had a golden voice. Mark was an avid reader of historical fiction, a collector of model antique cars, and a huge admirer of the late Queen Elizabeth II. His knowledge of English history was expansive. He was a talented writer as well, and completed an engaging novel manuscript that is unpublished at this time, but could be posthumously in the future. He had beautiful lasting friendships with many people he encountered around the country and through his career making music. Those connections remained strong and special over the decades, and he considered them family as well. Too numerous to name. Mark and Scott began their long relationship in Philadelphia in 2000. The couple relocated to Myrtle Beach, SC a few years later. They have made their home in Michigan for the past 10 years. The two also adored several dogs and two cats as family members. There were 8 Boston Terriers over the years, and recently their beloved Pomeranian Buckley. Owen and Bowen were foundling cats that completed the family. The last 6 months of his life were improved greatly by the expert and friendly care of his team from Corsocare Hospice. They were his newest great friends, and he turned medical visits into meaningful friendship development. The family remains indebted to their tender treatment and kindness. Services are being planned in both Michigan and Pennsylvania. Details will be shared as soon as possible. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Crohn's Colitis Foundation. The family is grateful for the tremendous outpouring of support and sympathy received

Mark Bernazzoli

September 24, 1964 - August 9, 2026