Mark Thomas Wold

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Mark Thomas Wold, age 35, of Houston, TX, who left us on Friday, August 1, 2025. Born on September 6, 1989 in Lake Stevens, Washington, Mark was a proud American, a devoted husband, a loyal friend, and a man of strength, discipline, and kindness. A patriot at heart, Mark honorably served his country in the United States Marine Corps, where he embodied courage, commitment, and excellence. His service included a tour for Operation Iraqi Freedom and two tours for Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan. He achieved the rank of Sargent and was awarded a Combat Action Ribbon with one gold star, Presidential Unit Citation Ribbon, Navy Unit Commendation Ribbon, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medals with two gold stars, National Defense Service Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal with two gold stars, Iraq Campaign Medal with two gold stars, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon with three gold stars, a NATO Medal, four Expert Rifle Qualification Badges and a Pistol Sharpshooter Badge. As a Marksmanship Instructor and Coach at his final duty station, Parris Island, Sgt Wold trained and mentored new Marine Corps recruits, preparing them for the line of duty. He remained a Marine in spirit for the rest of his life. After his military service, he attended The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina, before graduating from College of Charleston with a degree in Finance, where he forged lifelong friendships and deepened his passion for finance, data science and commodities trading. Mark continued to make a positive impact in both his personal and professional life. He was known for his strong work ethic, his unwavering loyalty to those he loved, and his generous heart. Mark was preceded in death by his parents Kenneth M. and Bonnie J. Wold. He is survived by his loving wife Carolyn Heather Cruise; his brother Kenneth Andrew Wold; his half-siblings Andrew Cummings Wold and Shirley Wold Hansen; and many friends who will forever cherish his memory. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 15, 2025, at Unity of Houston, located at 2929 Unity Drive, Houston, TX 77057. The day will begin with a viewing at 12:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. A reception will be held at 6:00 p.m. at Aperitivo, located at 2940 Riverby Road, Suite F-500, Houston, TX 77020. All who knew and loved Mark are welcome to attend and celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, please take time to be with your loved ones, share a meal, and raise a glass in Mark’s honor. Semper Fidelis.

Mark Thomas Wold

September 6, 1989 - August 1, 2025