On any given day in all weather conditions, you can find people out walking or running along Bridgeport’s sidewalks and trails.  This week I met Mark Cassella and his pup Bella walking on Main Street. Please take a moment to meet my new friend Mark. 

 

How long have you lived in Bridgeport? Mark lives in Clarksburg.  He often comes to Bridgeport to walk his dog and get a change of scenery.  He is a 1984 graduate of West Fairmont High School.

 

Are you married? Yes to Kim. They were married in June of 1996 in Winchester, Virginia. 

 

What is your favorite color? Green

 

Where do you work? Mark is an Operator for Delrick Corportation.  Delrick is an oil and gas company that builds location sites and maintains roads for Entero and Consol.

 

Favorite Bridgeport spot? Hinkle and Deegan Lakes.  Mark likes the beautiful walking trail and enjoys taking Bella for long walks at the lakes.

 

Favorite WV spot outside of Bridgeport? Harrison County – Mark is a proud resident of Clarksburg and enjoys the comforts of Harrison County.  He feels he can get most of what he needs here and appreciates the good people and businesses of Harrison County.

 

Favorite place outside of WV? Florida is a favorite for him and likes to visit family in Arcadia, near Sarasota.  He appreciates the warm weather and sun that always invokes a happy feeling.

 

Favorite musical group?  Mark listens to satellite radio and frequently tunes into oldies, 70s, 80s and 90s music.

 

Pets? Bella, a five year old German Shepherd.

 

Hobbies? Golf and shooting pool

 

Interesting fact about you? Mark considers himself to be a very compassionate individual and treats everyone the same regardless of socio-economic status, etc.  He also likes to explore.  He and his wife, Kim, frequently vacation around their anniversary.  This year they plan to visit Memphis, Tennessee and New Orleans, Louisiana.