Mark Emmett Van Halsema

Dear Helen,
Please know that Johannes and I grieve with you. We remember happy times when you two were first married and lived on Gilbert Street in Iowa City. We still live in town and think of you whenever we pass the house. Please know that we keep the fond memory of Mark in our minds and loving, caring thoughts of you and your children in our hearts.
Lea

dear Helen, Gerard and Katie
I grieve with and for you. Mark was/is a special man. I always enjoyed talking with him when I visitied you. You are and will stay in my thoughts and prayers! May you feel God's care in many ways and see/feel it in all those people who stand around you, not just this week but in the many weeks to come. I'll stay in touch!!

Dear Helen,
May the God of your understanding grant you his peace.
Roger and Barbara

Dear Helen,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. We are so glad we had the chance to meet Mark and your kids at the gathering in Wisconsin earlier this summer.

My sister Cheryl Visbeen LaFleur, who lives in GR, advised me of Mark's passing. I remember him well from growing up in NJ, and connected to him becasue of my classmate and friend Brenda. I know of no details, but 51 is way to young and I extend to you my sympathies and prayers.
Brenda, I am sorry for the loss of your brother. I always thought that he was a fine young man, when we were growing up, and the obit reflects his desire to give and serve others. glenn A. Visbeen

Our deepest sympathy in your loss. God's has gained by gathering Mark with His welcoming arms into His Kingdom

Dear Katie and Gerard,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. My heart is heavy. I will lift both of you and your family up in my prayers. May God wrap His arms around you and hold you close; blessing you with His grace to get you through these difficult times.
Love,
Mrs. Broene