In the winter of 2017, the community of Durango, Colorado, lost a local business owner and family man. Mark John Warwick, a 61-year-old White male, passed away at his home on February 7, 2017. At the time of his passing, authorities suspected his death was the result of suicide, and there was no indication of criminal activity or any suspicious circumstances that led to his death.
No suspects were identified, and no arrests were made in connection with the incident.
Mark was a familiar face in the Durango business community as the owner of Griego Lock and Key, Century Alarm and Vacuum Shop. His life was remembered by those who knew him not for the unfortunate circumstances of his death, but for the connections he made and the family he built. He was born on September 6, 1955. A memorial service to celebrate his life was held at the First United Methodist Church in Durango, followed by a potluck, allowing friends and family to gather in remembrance.
He is survived by a loving family who mourned his sudden departure. This included his wife, Linda, his daughter, Danielle, and his son, Stephen. Also left to cherish his memory were his mother, Jan, and his siblings, Donna, Jeff, Patrice, and Lisa. Their focus following his passing was on commemorating his life story and the impact he had on his community and loved ones.
