Mark Major
July 2, 1980 - October 19, 2019
Mark Major, 39, passed away on October 19, 2019, shortly after finishing his third book. An intellectual, hilarious, and passionate husband, son, and friend, Mark leaves behind his wife, Erin Heidt-Forsythe of Boalsburg, PA, his parents, Gerald (Jerry) and Jean Major of Farmington Hills, MI, his sister, Suzanne (Thad) Quinley of Chicago, IL, four nephews, and a crowd of loving friends. After earning a BA from Michigan State University and a PhD in Political Science from Rutgers University, Mark went on to research and teach about the presidency and the media. He loved drinking a good glass of Pinot Noir, being the loudest singer at karaoke, and walking his dogs. A funeral Mass will be held at the Church of the Holy Family, Novi at 11:00 AM Saturday, October 26, 2019, preceded by a visitation at 10:30 AM. A celebration of Mark’s extraordinary life will occur at a later date. Information can be found at http://www.celebratemark.com. Donations in memory of Mark can be made to the Committee to Protect Journalists - https://cpj.org or Animal Haven - https://www.animalhavenshelter.org or American Heart Association. www.heart.org
Mark Major, 39, passed away on October 19, 2019, shortly after finishing his third book. An intellectual, hilarious, and passionate husband, son, and friend, Mark leaves behind his wife, Erin Heidt-Forsythe of Boalsburg, PA, his parents, Gerald... View Obituary & Service Information