GAU, Mr. Mark A., 41, of Dayton, Ohio went to rest in the arms of Jesus on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at 5:42 a.m. Mark is survived by his wife, Kimberly S. Gau; a son, Brandon Gau; two nieces, Ashley and Michelle Gassmann; a sister-in-law, Jodie Ridenour; brother, Jeremy Gau; father, Edward Gau; and his aunt, Evylen Gau. Mark is preceded in death by his mother, Debra Gau and his aunt, Carol. Mark was part of   the Neighborhood Watch and had all the respect in the world for the police. He loved animals and spending time with his family. He would help anyone in need and had a heart of gold. He loved to cook, go for walks and loved watching movies with his wife. He also enjoyed sitting outside and listening to music. He always enjoyed decorating for the holidays. He will be greatly missed and forever loved by his wife, Kimberly who he called his angel. Services at discretion of the family.