Mark Anthony Chernin

Mark Anthony Chernin, 72, of Lecompton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka.

He was born June 26, 1954, in Los Angeles, California, to Marty and Grace (Hada) Chernin. Mark grew up in Orange County, California and graduated from Savanah High School, in 1972.

Mark served in the United States Army during the Vietnam war and was stationed in Germany. Over the years, Mark had many types of jobs. He very much enjoyed working as a pool table mechanic, as playing pool was his passion. 

He also enjoyed sport fishing and traveling. Mark traveled all over the country playing in tournaments and money matches. He was well known in the pool community, making friends and brushing shoulders with some of the best players in the world.

Survivors include his children, Mark Anthony Chernin Jr., Kevin McPherson, and Nichole Lynn Chernin; brother, Gerald Chernin; and many beloved friends.

A celebration of life and memorial pool tournament will be announced soon.

Memorial contributions should be made to Toys for Tots or the Wounded Warrior Project, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave. Topeka, KS 66603.