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Mark Preston

March 5, 1960 – October 8, 2022

Mark Preston – “Tenna -Tsa -Teh” - was born in Dawson City, YT on March 5,1960. He passed away on October 8, 2022 and is survived by his mother Evalena Dora Beisser, his 3 brothers Morton James White, Charles Silverfox, John Carter White, and his sister Diana Dennise White.

Mark had 4 sons: Aarron Bavinton-Yaklin, Brice Yaklin, Nolan Yaklin and Keegan Bavinton-Yaklin; 6 grandchildren: Evabella and Ariana (Aarron's children) Connor, Dexter, Nolan (Nolan's children), and Dominic (Brice's child). 

Mark also had three nieces: Christina, Chantel, and Stormy, and a nephew, William.

We would like to thank Mark’s doctor, Dr. Xiu-Mei, and the staff at Wind River Hospice House at Whistle Bend Place for the incredible care and compassion they showed Mark during his residency.

A GoFundMe has been established at: https://gofund.me/901593d9. Also, flowers can be sent to Heritage North Funeral Home. The announcement for Mark's funeral will be made at a later date.

Comments (1)

Alan Byrom on Oct 26, 2022 at 10:50 am

A really good artist. I regret not buying a piece called, 'The Messenger', it really struck a chord. Conversations with Mark were always good. I was very surprised at his passing, he always looked so well. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends.

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