Mark Alan Jessie
EDMONTON – Mark Alan Jessie, 71, passed away on September 26, 2026, at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 26, 1955, in Glasgow, Kentucky, to the late Ovie V. and Loretta Jessie.
Mark was a truck driver, a line of work that reflected dedication, perseverance, and a steady commitment to providing for those he loved. Outside of work, he found joy in fishing, listening to bluegrass music, and spending time with family and friends. These simple and meaningful pleasures helped shape a life centered on companionship, faith, and the comfort of familiar things.
He was also a member of Chestnut Grove Christian Church, an important part of his life and one of the accomplishments he held with pride.
Survivors include his wife, Buffy Edwards Jessie; three children, Tina Frey, Kyle Jessie (Twyla), and Matthew Jessie (Emily); five grandchildren, Shane Frey (Allie), Mason Frey, Liam Jessie, Hailey Jessie, and Isaiah Jessie; two great-grandchildren, James and Jessie Frey; two siblings, Bruce Jessie (Allison) and Jo Ann Phelps (Gene); a nephew, Brian Phelps; and several cousins and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two siblings, Danny Ray Jessie and Vicky Bilbrey.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at Jessie-Wilson Funeral Home, with burial in the Chestnut Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday after 11:00 am at Jessie-Wilson Funeral Home.
Bro. Freddy Froedge will be officiating, and the pallbearers will be Kyle Jessie, Matthew Jessie, Shane Frey, Jeremy Burton, Jayden Burton, Brian Phelps.
