Mark Gene Wellman
Mark Gene Wellman, “Pop’em”, age 61, of Oscoda and formerly Charlotte, MI, died peacefully with his family by his side on July 24, 2025. Mark was born on August 27, 1963 to Burleigh Sr. and Virginia (Nisse) Wellman in Charlotte, and he grew up there and was a 1981 graduate of Charlotte High School. Mark wasn’t a talker, he was a do-er with a big generous heart for giving and a fearless attitude which helped him get things done, fulfilling lots of dreams for his family and living life to its fullest. Working over 28 years in the roofing business with local #70 union, he was a journeyman roofer and worked on many large projects for companies including the Chrysler and GM plants, working several years for National Roofing. A fun-loving and thoughtful man, Mark enjoyed fishing, family camping trips, road trips to just about anywhere, and watching University of Michigan sports as well as Detroit Lions and Tigers (if he wasn’t watching the games, he was listening to them on the radio everywhere he went). His radio was always blaring rock music or sports, he could be heard pulling in the driveway when he got home. Family were Mark’s pride and joy, he enjoyed every moment when his daughter’s got married, when his grandchildren were born, and every opportunity he could spend with them. With an extreme love of nature, Mark loved being outdoors and sunset was his favorite time of day.
His family will fondly remember him each day with the vibrant colors of sunset, just like Mark’s vibrant life and love for them. Mark is survived by his wife of 33 years, Angela; daughters, Destiny (Brandon) Qualls and Layla (Christian) Kerry; grandchildren (aka The Babies), Camdyn, Sebastian, and Charlotte Kerry and Kempson Qualls; and his brothers, Burleigh Jr. Wellman and Mike Wellman. He was predeceased by his parents; and daughter, Chelsey in 1989.
Friends are encouraged to support Mark’s family by attending services or sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. Visitation was Friday, August 1, 6-8:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Funeral services are Saturday, August 2, 1:00 p.m. in the Pray Funeral Home Gardens with Laura Cooper officiating. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to www.prayfuneral.com, click on Mark’s tribute, then click on Photos and Videos from your computer (or Media from your smart phone). The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.