Limo Driver In Crash Is Remembered

[Donnie]

My hearts goes out for Mark's son and the rest of the family. I knew Mark for some time and know he was a wonderful person. I feel that he is at peace and with God in heaven. I will miss him. My God continue to bless you.

[Taylor]

I a so glad that they finally gave the limo driver a name and face!!!! Bless this family and his son who have to face life without him.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all!

[Ricky and Manetta Clemons]

Mark was truly a great person. He was a very caring and careful man. He always put his passengers first. He loved what he did and took pride in it. Our condolences go out to his family and his son. We pray for you all everyday and will continue to do so. I spoke with Mark before I got married in October of last year and I am so glad that I had the opportunity to talk with him one last time. We will miss him...God be with you all...

[Karen]

May God continue to bless Mark's family. My prayers are with the entire family, especially his son.

[Lisa Petersom]

I am a relative to the Randle family that Mark Gay was driving home that fateful night. I am so sorry for the loss of this father, son, and friend. From all acounts I have read, I can only find good remarks about this man I have never met! May God bless and keep you and may you find peace in knowing that he is with his Father in Heaven.

[Mike]

Mark...we are going to miss you! Thank you for all of the great trips to the airport. Your personality is why I chose you and your company. Over the years we became friends. Susan and I will miss you very much!

[Jannette]

Wow, it's been a week and I still cannot believe Mark is gone. We met only 2 years ago, but after talking with him, I felt like I had known him a lifetime. He always spoke to highly of his late wife and his son, Brandon. Mark was truly one of the good guys and it showed in everything he did. If only for a couple of years, I am grateful for having know him at all. I'm so sorry his life ended so abruptly ... he had so much that he wanted to do. My heart goes out to his wonderful family and those who loved him. Mark, you will always hold a special place in my heart and will never be forgotten ... Rest in Peace My Dear Friend.

[Grace B]

My heart goes out to the Gay family and I pray that those of us left behind will learn from this tragic accident to slow down on Atlanta's highways. I would like to see at least one partol car on every freeway during major drive times. I would like fines to be doubled for unsafe driving and excessive speeders go to jail. NO EXCEPTIONS. This was reported by the AJC as the worst accident in Georgia in 15 years. I would like to see some changes as a result of this tradegy. We need to draw attention to the excessive speeders on our highway by some type of protest in downtown Atlanta. Think about it next time you are on the highway, as fast as people travel, the next person could be you. Peace.

[Ros]

As I sat at Mark's funeral last Saturday, I couldn't help but feel the love and respect others had for him. Everyone had such great things to say. Of the many things I've learned from Mark over the years I've known him, the most important include: 1) Keep smiling, 2) Be on time, and 3) If you say you're going to do something, then do it (no excuses). He was always very grateful for any act of love/kindness shown him. My deepest sympathies go out to Brandon and his family.

I challenge each of you to live your lives as if it were your last day on earth. Be nicer. Be more giving. Be more loving. And most importantly, smile!

[Celena Pittman]

I would first like to extend my most deepest heart felt sympathy to the Gay family, especially Mark's 16 year old son. Your father was truly a sweet and wholesome MAN. I can only imagine the turmoil that you're going thru and I am SO, SO VERY SORRY that this happened to Mark!
I met Mark years ago while he was a Sales Man at Roberds Furniture and I was one their Receptionist. He was not only a co-worker of mine, but also a very dear friend. I remember when he was batteling the fight with his wife during her terminal illness and he ALWAYS was there for her. I cried so hard when I first learned of his accident and I just can't stop crying. I am in great disbelief. Please know this...during this fire, God wants us to pray thru until it passes over...and it will. We can only TRUST and BELIEVE in his will!! Mark will ALWAYS be in my heart, ALWAYS and again...I am so, so sorry. May God Bless and keep you all!!

Sincerely,
A long lost friend of Mark,
Celena Pittman

[More than decent]

I didn't even know this man, yet I see that the people whom did, have great admiration for him. I know the experience of loosing someone by chance of circumstance and not understanding the what who or where or why or even how it could happen to you. It's crazy, this thing called life. We cant change yesterday, we have the ability to make a difference today and we pray for tomorrow, I am accepting the challege to be nicer to love harder to be more giving and to smile....I will live within my moment as if it was my last....wow, a journey and uncertain when it might end, yet a journey that has its own said ending....Stay prayed up and be decent.

[Sherlock]

I'm glad there is an article about this man. It is sad what has happened to him and the grief left behind. I am glad to see the family has so many friends and supporters to help them through these times.

[Vicky]

My prayers go out to Brandon and also the family of my special friend Mark. Our last time was a great time. I really miss him but will always remember him as one of the most pleasant and intelligent men that I have ever known. I know I will see you in heaven one day smiling. God Bless.

[A Kindred Soul]

Mark and I traded off ideas on how to successfully run our businesses. He was so insightful and a true visionary. It is ironic that the name of his business was Destiny Limousine and that dreadful night proved to be his destiny. He shared so many stories with me but the one I remember most was about his wife. He said he held her in his arms as she took her last breath and passed away. What makes me sad is he died out there on 85 by himself in such a horrific way with on one to hold him. Brandon, I hope you know what you meant to him and how much he truly loved you ... I have been praying everyday since this tragedy for your strength and that in time, it won't hurt so much. For as long and as often that we all remember him, he too will be "held" in our memories and he will be with us in spirit.
Respectively,
A Kindred Soul

[Atlanta Air Center]

Mark was a tenant in our building and he was a pleasure to be around. He will be missed. His son and family I am sure are very proud of him and all of us at Atlanta Air Center feel blessed to have been given the opportunity to have known him.

[Cindy]

I never had the privilege of meeting Mark but talked to him on the phone many times setting up business trips. He was always upbeat with a smile in his voice and a willingness to heartily serve others. Our heartfelt prayers are with his son and family. Keep his memory alive!