Mark Lee Dombroski
Mark Lee Dombroski, age 19 of Media, PA, was found deceased on March 19, 2018 (Feast of St. Joseph) in Bermuda, because of injuries sustained from a fall. He was raised in Media, PA and was the youngest son of John and Lisa (Lynn) Dombroski.
Mark attended Nativity BVM School, Waldron Mercy Academy, Archmere Academy and was a freshman at St. Joseph’s University. He was a loved member of each school community, and his loss is mourned by them.
Mark is survived by his loving and proud big brothers, John and Kevin Dombroski, as well as Aunts & Uncles: Kathy and Rodger Davis, Frank and Lorraine Lynn, Tony and Janet Dombroski, and George and Cheryl Dombroski, as well as cousins: Elise Mattila, Tara, Stephen and Joseph Dombroski.
Mark had a friendly and “lit from within” personality and was a blessing to many beyond his family. Many have commented on his encouraging, positive attitude and beautiful smile. Mark wanted all to be happy, as he was. He helped many friends get through tough times. He loved Jesus and was an Altar Server at Nativity BVM and participated in numerous summer Mission trips to Appalachia with Media Presbyterian Church to help build and renovate homes.
Mark was a gifted athlete, and a spirited competitor. He exceled at each sport he tried. He was a Cocaptain of both the Archmere Football and Rugby teams. He played Wide Receiver, Safety and was Punter & Kicker. In Rugby he played Wing and Full Back and received numerous Tournament and State awards, including MVP for the Delaware State Championship. He played Rose Tree and high school Soccer and was named AllConference at Archmere. A gifted sprinter, he ran track for Nativity, and each year ran in the Archdiocesan CYO finals, frequently medaling in sprints and long jump. At Archmere, he qualified in long jump for the DE State Championship. He was on the Media Little League District Team and played CYO Basketball as well as Media Hoops. Mark was recruited by numerous Universities for Rugby; he selected St. Joseph’s University. He played varsity and was in Bermuda for the Ariel Re Bermuda International Sevens tournament as part of a team from St. Joseph’s University.
Mark enjoyed time in Brigantine, NJ wakeboarding, boating, and eating sunset bayside meals with family and friends. His family knows his love will always surround them.
Mark’s family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to
Mark Dombroski Foundation; c/o James Flanagan & Associates, 28 West Eagle Road, Suite 204, Havertown, PA 19083 or
https:www.gofundme. com/mark-dombroski
The Foundation’s focus will be youth education, athletics, and safety. Service Information: Viewing: 4 – 8 pm Friday April 6, 2018, in the patio at Archmere Academy, 3600 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Funeral Mass: 11 am Saturday April 7, 2018, in the theatre at Archmere Academy.
Burial: Calvary Cemetery Media, PA
Note: There will be an additional calling time Thursday April 5, 2018, 3 – 5 pm, at the Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home, 15 E. Fourth Street, Media, PA 19063.
The family requested this time be made available for those who are not able to travel to Archmere Academy.
Arrangements provided by: Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home 15 E. Fourth Street, Media, PA 19063
www.haganfuneralhome. com