Mark Steve “Hollywood” McGown, 74, of Irving, died on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, at his home.
Mr. McGown’s family will hold a celebration of his life at a future date.
Born Nov. 8, 1951, in Springfield, Mr. McGown was a son of Robert and Norma (Fuiten) McGown.
A U.S. Army veteran during the Vietnam Era, he worked 20 years in the street department for the City of Virden and retired in 2015. He enjoyed fishing and buying and tinkering on old pickup trucks. He was easily recognized in his 1972 Chevy pickup, wearing his cap.
Mr. McGown is survived by his wife, Debra (Harrison) McGown. They were married Oct. 19, 1995, in Lexington, MO. Also surviving are two sons, Robert (Jess) McGown of Peoria and Cam McGown of Bloomington; three grandchildren; a brother, John Ed McGown of Virden; several nieces and nephews, in particular, Revy and Kylie; and of course, his beloved beagle, Zella.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Michael McGown, Terry McGown and Robin McGown.
Professional services were entrusted to Paynic Home for Funerals in East Alton, with an online guestbook available at www.paynicfh.com.
