Birth date: Aug 8, 1957 Death date: Oct 27, 2021
Mark Stephen Wiley, 64, of South Point, Ohio, passed away Wednesday October 27, 2021 at Kings Daughter's Medical Center, Ashland, KY. He was born August 8, 1957 in Huntington, WV. He was preceded in death by his father Bob Wiley. Read Obituary
Mark was one of the best soccer officials in my 19 years of coaching. I could always expect a friendly hug & a well called game. He will be missed!
I have known Mark since the mid 90's and have had many a hug and a conversation over the years. I was always glad to see him officiating because I knew it would be done well. Once though, I got a facebook message from him in the spring. It was not soccer season. He had found a 'groundhog' baby on the road and wanted to see if I could take it since, as a veterinarian, I do Wildlife rehabilitation. He brought it to the office and while it was scaly and wormy and had fleas, lice and mange, the little brown fuzzy thing obviously did not have the teeth of a rodent. Mark had found a baby fox (kit)! He grew into a beauty and was released later that year. He loved his mice above all else. Mark had a heart that loved soccer and all God's critters. I will miss my friend.
"Mark Wiley" will remain in our hearts forever.
With loving memories of "Mark Wiley",
I met Mark as another Soccer Official. He and I officiated several games together and my last Regional Assignment was with Mark. He was a great official and even a better person. The soccer community lost a lot and I lost a person I considered a friend. Jon Dick
I remember the first time I was introduced to the family. They had three dogs and the dogs were protective of Mark. I couldn't even get close to him without a growel or bark. I was so nervous. But Mark kept them under control and the family made me feel like I was welcomed. And before long, I was part of their little family. I couldn't wait to get back up here from Florida to see them and spend time with them. Mark always had a joke or comment to make me laugh. I will miss those comments,..but I will always remember those days with a smile. The movies we went to, the ones we watched at home with pizza, and chips. Seeing Marko grow into the man he is today. These precious memories of this precious family I will carry with me forever. You will be missed and remembered my friend ❤️🥺.you have left a mark in this world. And I will be waiting for the day you let Dave know what is out there after you left here. LOL, after all, you both talked about it a lot..😊
To Kathy, Marko, and Lori Anything, anytime, we are here for you. Love y'all always. Dawn & Dave Lester.
Mark was a good Man, a good soccer coach, Loved & respected by so many ,he inspired people with his knowledge of soccer, he touched the lives of so many young people, I am happy to have got know Mark Wiley 🙏 RIP . Your Friend Douglas N Price Sr
I met Mark on the soccer field as a fellow official and quickly became friends. I have so many memories with him, it's difficult to choose just one. Our "prank wars" led to a truce at the Warrior Classic where we would still meet up when I moved back to NY. Another fond memory are the rules that we set forth whenever we were reffing a game. Getting hit by the ball meant you were responsible for the first round after the game. Whenever I got hit, I would look over and he would be on the line, rubbing his belly and smiling. He was a devoted team player, fellow official, family man, and a great friend. I loved our Warrior Classic "team" that would meet up in Dayton every Memorial Day Weekend. Mark taught me to be positive, fair, loyal, while still working hard and enjoying those around me. Reading the memories of others shows me that he was like that with a lot of people. Of all the people I've met over the years, his passing is particularly difficult, since I know he was one of the good ones. RIP Mark. I will miss you. Prayers to Cathy, Marko, and the rest of your family. Love you buddy, fly high with the angels.
