Mark David Easterwood

Mark David Easterwood obituary, Chelsea, MI

Mark David Easterwood

Mark Easterwood Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cole Funeral Chapel - Chelsea on Jul. 17, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Mark David Easterwood
of Westland, Michigan, formerly of Chelsea, and Flat Rock, age 41, died Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at his home. He was born February 18, 1984, in Dearborn, Michigan, the dearly beloved son of David and Beth (Cone) Easterwood.
Mark graduated in 2002, from Chelsea High School, and briefly attended Washtenaw Community College and then ComputerTraining.com through their Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Training Program. He became a People to People Student Ambassador at age 13, and traveled with them to New Zealand and Australia, twice; the British Isles, Scandinavia, Spain, France, and Italy. Mark enjoyed books and reading, especially the Lord of The Rings and The Silmarillion. He played the guitar and loved his cat, Tulkis.
Mark is survived by his parents; aunts and uncles, Sue Sale, Sharon Easterwood, Shelly (Kevin) Kelley, Chris Easterwood, and Bob (Karen) Cone; and several cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert (Celia) Cone, Dallas Easterwood, and Wanda and Olaf Sumner; cousin, Matt Easterwood; and uncles, Doug Easterwood and Richard Sale.
A funeral service was held Sunday, July 20, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at Cole Funeral Chapel, with Pastor Larry Lyons officiating. The family received friends before the service Sunday, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Chelsea District Library or the Northwest Alano Club, 2903 S. Wayne Rd., Wayne, MI 48184. Click here to view the video of Mark's funeral

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Mark's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Mark Easterwood's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Mark Easterwood's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?