Mr. Kevin Mars was born on January 11, 1955, in
Chicago, Illinois, to the late Curtis D. Mars and Lillian
T. Mars. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in
death by his brother, Clinton Mars.
Kevin was baptized at an early age. He was a long-time
member of Rising Star Missionary Baptist Church
in Denver, Colorado. He served in various leadership
roles, including as a deacon. He joined Bethel Colbert
Missionary Baptist Church earlier this year.
Kevin attended James Madison grammar school and
graduated from Hirsch High School, both in Chicago,
Illinois. In 1972, he attended the University of North
Alabama and then served in the U.S. Army until 1978
when he was honorable discharged. He later attended
Columbia College in Denver, Colorado.
Kevin leaves to cherish his memories: daughter of Audrey
Mars, Diandra Mars of Mobile, Alabama; son of Sherry
Mars, Phillip Mars of Parker, Colorado; granddaughter,
Sara-Marie Byars of Dallas, Texas; great-granddaughter,
Amoura Crawford of Dallas, Texas; two sisters, Valerie
Mars of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and Wanda SimpsonWoods of Chicago, Illinois; and a host of nieces, cousins,
and friends.

"Life at its very best is life centered on Jesus Christ and
walking with him in obedience."

Transitory services are rendered by Grace Memorial Funeral Home, LLC.