Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Fenton, Michigan
ELMER, Mark H.- Of Fenton, age 57, died Thursday, October 12, 2017.
Funeral service will be held at 12 p.m. Thursday, October 19, 2017 at Lamb of God Lutheran Church, 2051 West Maple Avenue, Flint, Pastor Paul Boerger officiating.
Burial in Flint Memorial Park.
Those desiring may make contributions to the family to set up a trust for his grandchildren.
Visitation 1-3 and 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road.
Mark will be at the church from 11 a.m. Thursday until the time of the service.
Mark was born in Flint, Michigan on November 20, 1959, the son of Lloyd and Mary “Betty” (Long) Elmer.
He was a member of Lamb of God Lutheran Church.
He loved boating, motorcycling, golfing and was a member of the Sheriff’s Golf League. He especially loved spending time with his grandchildren.
Mark was a retired Corrections Officer and also did body work for many years.
Surviving are wife, Laurie;
children, Nicole (Brandon) Dinser and Brett Elmer;
mother, Mary "Betty";
father-in-law, Robert Anderson;
brother, Lloyd (Norma);
grandchildren, Isis, Isaac and Colt;
step-grandchildren, Andrew and Logan;
brother-in-law, Michael (Elyn) Anderson; sister-in-law, Kim (Tom) Curran;
two nieces and one nephew, Deidre, Megan and Robby;
many special friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd.
I always liked Mark Elmer he was a good friend and fun to be around I will miss you Mark may God bless you and your family .
John Sharick
October 19, 2017 | Owosso, MI
Aunt Betty, Laurie, Lloyd and family, We are heartbroken. We are sending strength, love and prayers to you all. Mark was a wonderful and joyful cousin with an amazing sense of humor who was loved and appreciated by all of us. We will never forget when he and Laurie came to visit us in Boston - the fun and laughs we had on our back deck are unforgettable. We love you all. Marie, Paula, Chrissie, David, Jeff and Brett.
Christine Long
October 19, 2017 | Hingham, MA
Hadnt seen mark in many years, I always enjoyed his quick laugh when we were kids, even then you could tell he was a stand out person and strong spirit, I am saddened by his loss and will hold his family up in prayer.
Tim Dombrowski
October 19, 2017 | Flint, MI
Just want to continue to send prayers and support to the entire Elmer family and support team. I had the opportunity to work with Mark for many years at the Thumb. He will be truly missed. He definitely was one of the rare ones you get to know in your lifetime. We at TCF were blessed. Sorry for your loss!
Richard Miller
October 18, 2017 | Vassar, MI
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
young
October 18, 2017 | OH
Dear Betty, Laurie, Lloyd and families,
I was shocked and saddened to read of Mark's passing. It has been a great many years since we were classmates at Redeemer Lutheran School. Mark was in the grade ahead of me and was a great kid! It makes total sense that he turned out to be a great adult as all of his friends have stated! May you all find peace in those tributes to him and the knowledge that he is in heaven and we shall all met again!! Prayers for the family at this...
Laura Powell Kettler
October 18, 2017 | Rineyville, KY
Laurie, Betty, Lloyd and family. I was shocked and saddened to learn of Mark's tragic accident and passing. May your strong faith comfort and support each of you at this most difficult time and in the days and months ahead. You are all in my prayers. I know it has been a long time, but I think of you often and send my love.
Sue & Meribeth (Mertz) Barrera
October 18, 2017 | Northport, MI
May the love and support of friends and family help you through your sorrow. We'll keep you in our prayers
Lynn/Dan Thompson
October 17, 2017 | Grand Blanc, MI
MY deepest sympathy to Marks children and grandchildren and especially to his wife Laurie. There are times when a funeral is a rite of passing-elderly or have been ill for a long time. This is not the case-will never understand the why to taking such a vital healthy wonderful man as Mark. We will all remember him with loving thoughts and many laughs but we will feel cheated for not having him with us for the long haul. He was good, he was honest, he was an all around great man and I know I...
vicki cocking
October 17, 2017 | Grand Blanc, MI | Friend