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Mark A. Krocker 1971-2025

Mr. Mark A. Krocker, age 53, of Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, passed on Monday, February 3, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Mark A. Krocker
Mark A. Krocker

Mark was born on April 4, 1971, in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania, the beloved son of Gloria (Deshong) Krocker-Corey and the late Daniel A. Krocker.

On January 24, 2025, Mark was united in marriage to his beloved wife, Mrs. Evette M. Bumbaugh Krocker, after a remarkable 29 years of love and devotion.

Mark was a proud graduate of Waynesboro Area Senior High School, Class of 1989, and also graduated from the Franklin County Career and Technology Center, where he specialized in carpentry.

Mr. Krocker was employed by Little Tikes, Boswell’s Auto Body Shop, and Wingert Construction before he began his career at Fitzgerald Auto Mall, Hagerstown, MD, in 1998. Mark was known for his remarkable skills as a handyman, carpenter, mechanic, and a true “jack of all trades,” always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.

Mark cherished his time spent with his family and friends. He enjoyed playing cards, watching NASCAR, and throwing darts, creating lasting memories with those he loved.

In addition to his wife, Evette, and his mother, Gloria, Mark is survived by his daughter, Hayley A. Krocker; his stepson, Cody E. Bumbaugh; his cherished grandchildren, Jameson Small, Eleanor Edwards, William Bumbaugh, and Autum Bumbaugh; and his brothers, Dan Krocker of Upton, Jon Krocker of Chambersburg, and Brian Krocker of Hagerstown. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A Celebration of Life will be held be announced in the coming days.  

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all those who have supported them during this difficult time.

Arrangements are entrusted to Grove-Bowersox Funeral Home, Waynesboro.


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