Mark was born and raised in Fresno, CA. He graduated from Loma Linda University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy in 1975. He has lived and practiced physical therapy in Redding since 1975. Mark is married to Sherry and they have two adult sons. He has been active in the Palo Cedro SDA church and Rotary Club for many years. Mark is a 1996 Boston Marathon finisher. These days he enjoys spending his spare time racing vintage automobiles.