Mark Anthony Sherlock, 63, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on August 28, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mark was born on August 23, 1962 to Michael and Vera Sherlock. Mark grew up in Alliance, Nebraska and graduated from Alliance High School in 1980. Mark’s favorite hobbies were any type of racing from two wheels to four.
In 1983, he married the love of his life, Joyce Townsend, and together they raised two children, Charles and Jessica. Mark took great pride in being a dedicated provider for his family, something he valued above all else. Mark was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother whose quiet strength and hard-working spirit defined his life.
Mark began his lifelong career in newspaper printing as a high school student, working after school at the Times Herald. He was later hired full time to run the printing press, a role he took on with unwavering commitment. Over the next 36 years, Mark rarely took a day off, ensuring the presses ran smoothly and the work got done. After his tenure at the Times Herald, Mark went on to work at Parker, where he enjoyed working alongside his brother and nephews. When he wasn’t working, he spent many hours at the local motocross track with his son and traveling to motocross races.
Though a private man, Mark’s dry wit and signature eye roll were well-known and well-loved by those close to him. He had a quiet humor, a steady presence, and a deep love for his family. To know Mark was to know loyalty and reliability.
Mark is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Joyce Sherlock; his children, Charles Sherlock and Jessica (Brett) Iske; and his granddaughter, Evelyn Iske. He also leaves behind his mother, Vera Sherlock; sisters Linda (Gill) Davis and Kate (Rich Hunter) Sherlock; and brothers Michael (Mary) Sherlock, Tom Sherlock, Pat (Tammy) Sherlock, and Dale (Coleen Turman) Sherlock. He will be remembered by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mark was preceded in death by his father, Michael Sherlock; his brother and sister-in-law, Malvin and Susan Sherlock; his nephew, Corey Leisy; his mother-in-law, Delma Townsend; his brother-in-law, Roger Townsend; and a special aunt, Audrey Munger. Mark will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in Mark’s memory to the local Alliance Motocross Association (AMXA) in care of Nathan Payne, 121 Potash Ave. or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 3rd at the Hemingford Cemetery at 11:00 am. A luncheon will follow at the Eagles in Alliance, Nebraska at noon. In keeping with Mark’s wishes, guests are invited to dress in casual attire.
Bates-Gould Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences may be left at www.batesgould.com.