Mark W.

Dennon

Mark Walter Dennon, 64, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2026, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was born on May 28, 1962, in South Bend, Indiana, to Russell and Patricia (Walker) Dennon. Mark graduated from Bishop Luers High School and built a life centered on family, friends, music, and hard work.

He met his wife, Kathy (Wolfe/Byrd), at the Bluffton Armory while playing in the band for her cousin's wedding in 1982. They were married on July 12, 1986, and celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary this year. In marrying Kathy, Mark also gained two children, Kevin and Wendy Byrd. After their marriage, Mark and Kathy lived in Huntertown before building a home and moving into it in September 1987. That December, they welcomed their daughter, Sarah. In 1997, Mark and Kathy purchased a lake cottage on Waldron Lake and created many memories with family and friends on weekends and vacation weeks. They later tore the cottage down and built a full-time home and moved from the Huntertown area to the lake full-time. Creating many more memories with family and friends throughout the years since 2010.

Mark worked for Ridge Auto Parts, Quality Mills, Vonnegut, and most recently, Iscar Metals, Inc., where he spent the past 20 years as a Regional Technical Specialist. He loved his work at Iscar and formed lasting friendships with both coworkers and clients. He had a keen eye for details and always enjoyed finding a solution whether it was for work or home.

He was the Captain of both a speedboat and pontoon, whether it was a boat full or one passenger he loved taking fellow lake lovers fishing, sunset cruises, “early” morning glass skiing followed by a victory lap, or “beating” up any youngin of any age wanting to ride the waves of the tube extraordinaire. He was a music lover and appreciated all good music except maybe country. He was a devoted fan of Tom Petty, as well as Pink Floyd, Genesis, and Led Zepplin. He enjoyed tequila shots, a nice cold Bud, and spending vacation time in Florida at North Redington Beach. He could be found with a tv or two with some sport on “checking the score” and was an Indiana University basketball fan. Mark played bass guitar in several bands, most recently with the Party Boat Band. He also played with Entourage, Escaping Delight, Trade Wind, Cadillac Ranch, and Synergy. His bass playing and vocals were legendary to those who knew and heard him. His band mates and the “band wives” lasting relationships is just one example of the friends Mark and Kathy shared over the years. They opened their home often to friends for snacks and cold beverages and always many more laughs. Whatever the situation, he knew how to make you laugh. Unless maybe you brought up politics…but if you knew Mark you knew a humble man that couldn’t even admit that his ribs and chicken wings were the best around. The folded arm cross smiling man, unwavering steady fast man, will be forever remembered and always missed.

Mark is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Dennon, daughter, Sarah Dennon; stepchildren, Kevin Byrd and Wendy Roberts; grandchildren, Isaac, Adalynn, Wyatt, Allie, Taylor, Amber, and Erin; brother, Michael (Rhonda) Dennon; and his beloved dog, Luna.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Patricia Dennon, and his brother, David Dennon. And beloved dogs, Kooper and Vada.

We hope you will join us to celebrate Mark’s life in the Spring of 2027, please check back here for details. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Humane Society of Noble County, Inc., Indiana.