Mark Quigley Dawson passed away in his home with his wife by his side on September 30, 2022. Born July 20, 1954, in Harvey, IL to Richard & Norma Dawson. Entered the United States Air Force on January 25, 1977, until November 1991. He was stationed in South Dakota for five years where he met his wife Cynthia Alexander and married her on April 26, 1980. They continued their military career in Fairbanks, Alaska for nine years. Mark then transferred to the Battle Creek Air National Guard until his retirement in 1999. During his career his occupation was an Avionics Guidance and Control systems. After retirement he pursued his career at the Battle Creek Federal Center until October 2014.

He is survived by his wife Cynthia, son, Allan Dawson and daughter, Alexandra Dawson. Brother Steve (Suzette) Dawson, sister Marth Dawson and many brothers and sisters in laws, nieces and nephews.

He was a wonderful, intelligent and talented husband, father and friend. He loved to hunt, fish, sail and remodel their family home. There are many fond memories of hunting moose, caribou and bear in Alaska and sailing his sailboat 'Liberty' on Lake Michigan. A celebration of Mark's life will be held later for immediate family and friends.

Arrangements by Offerman Funeral & Cremation Services. Donations would be honored in Mark's name to the Center of Dementia Research. Service Details. Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event Ongoing Online Event About this event In Loving Memory Of Mark Dawson July 20, 1954 - September 30, 2022 Look inside to read what others have shared Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book. View Tribute Book