MARK MULLINS, 58, BIG STONE GAP, VA
Big Stone Gap, Va-Sylvan Mark Mullins, 58, born November 28, 1960, was called home by his Savior on July 20, 2019.
Mark was a talented musician, playing in many bands in the area, including Direct Connection, Flab Stanley Band, Dealer’s Choice, Split Decision, Bill Arwood Band, Hombre, Southern Spirit and Old School.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Ruth “Toots” (Shepherd) Mullins; brothers, Chester Ray “Shug” Mullins, Roger Mullins and Sam Dandy; and a special nephew, Tim Mullins.
He was survived by his wife of 35 years, Donna Thompson Mullins; daughters and sons-in-law, Ruth and Jason Rich, Appalachia, Va. and Amanda and Jonathan Hill, Bristol, Va.; grandchildren, Rosa-Lynn and Ellie Rich, and Liam and Jensen Hill; brother, Ronnie Mullins and wife, Jean; several special nieces and nephews; and special fishing buddy, Jimmy Fawbush.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at Gilliam Funeral Home, 618 Wood Avenue, E. in Big Stone Gap. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Garrett Lee officiating.
The graveside committal service will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at American Legion Cemetery. The family and friends will meet at the funeral home by 10:30 a.m. Wednesday to go in procession to the cemetery.
Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
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MRCA: William Adkins/ Elizabeth Parker
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