Mark A. DePadre, 59, of the Town of Niagara, NY passed away on Tuesday, August 19, 2014, at his residence unexpectedly . Born in Niagara Falls, NY he was the son of the late Vincenzo "Jimmy" and Mary (Cyphers) DePadre.

Mark attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. He then earned his commercial drivers license and was employed as a truck driver for six years. Mark was later employed as a chef at several restaurants located in Las Vegas, NV, as well as a variety of restaurants in the Western New York area. Mark was an outstanding artist and poet, but above all, he enjoyed spending time with his loving family.

Mark is survived by his wife of 23 years, Barbara DePadre, whom he married on September 1, 2006 at the Rose Garden of Hyde Park in Niagara Falls, NY. He also is survived by his two daughters, Angelina DePadre, Ashlee (Anna Johnson) DePadre; his grandchildren, Bella DePadre-Brown and Giovanni DePadre; three siblings, Janice (Richard) Raymond, David (Gloria) DePadre and Christine DePadre; niece, Nicole (Patrick) Milligan; nephews, Vincenzo "Hollywood" and Deccio DePadre; his loving dogs, Dutchess and Sasha; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no prior visitation. If desired, memorial donations in Mark's name may be made to Strong Memorial Hospital, 601 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14642.