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Mark Manders Obituary
Bigfork, MT
Mark E. Manders Sr., 72, passed away on August 9, 2011, of a stroke in Bigfork, Montana. Mark was born on October 22, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa.
He graduated from Theodore Roosevelt High School in January, 1957. Mark went to college at the University of Iowa where he studied engineering and played football for the Iowa Hawkeyes from 1957 to 1960. He was on the 1958 National Champion Team, 1959 Rose Bowl Team and 1960 Big Ten Co-Champion Team. In addition, Mark was named to the 1960 All American Football Team. Mark was a retired Electrical Engineer and a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for over 40 years.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence "Pug" and Marion Manders; a son, David; and a daughter, Mindy Deitrick.
Left to cherish Marks's memory are his beloved wife, Dawn of Bigfork, MT; one brother, William Manders of Des Moines, IA; one son, Chipp Manders of Madrid, IA; four grandchildren, Austin Manders, Dustin Deitrick of Perry, IA, Brindlie and Sadie Deitrick of Des Moines, IA; three great-grandchildren, Mindy, Chloey Jo and Davin Deitrick.
A Celebration of Mark's Life will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 2:30 p.m., at Iles Funeral Homes - Westover Chapel, 6337 Hickman Road in Des Moines, Iowa.
The family has respectfully requested that any memorial contributions be made in Mark's name to either: The University of Iowa Athletic Department or the Roosevelt High School Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Manders
Mark Lane
September 26, 2011
So Sorry to hear about Mark's passing. I remember spending time with Mark and his father "Pug" duck hunting in Riverton, IA and practicing the duck calls. We were also neighbors in Urbandale and grew up with his kids. Rest in peace Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
The Lane Family
September 26, 2011
Can't believe we have lost you so soon.I am going to miss you at our reuions. I will always remember the fun we had at Sandy Wright's home. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Judy McCluskey Baker
September 26, 2011
I am extremely sorry to hear about Mark's sudden death. He was a classmate and good friend and I send my condolences to his family. I am unable to attend the memorial service but my thoughts and prayers will be with all who are there on Oct. 1, when his life will be celebrated!
Nancy McNamee Palesch
September 25, 2011
I love you papa. You will always be in my heart.
Brinny
Dr. Russell Newell
September 25, 2011
I remember Mark from my time at Hubble School 1944-1950 as a great kid. Unfortunately I lost track after I went to Callanan Jr. High and then moved to California. Our sympathy to his family.
September 25, 2011
Mark and I met in grade school and graduated Roosevelt H.S. in 1957. I saw him grow from an average physical size boy into an amazing football athlete. Mark was always fun-loving and easy to be around. I pray for his eternal peace. Bob Livingston, Irvine, CA.
Sharon Staves-Peterson
September 25, 2011
Mark and Barb were friends and neighbors of mine back in the 60s. We lived in Urbandale and our families spent a lot of time together. Chipp and Mindy loved our little girls and often babysat. I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing and pray you all find comfort in knowing you will one day meet again.
September 25, 2011
I was very surprised to hear of Marks death. We sure did have a lot of fun playing with the Warriors back in the 60's. He was a good friend and a great football player and a good friend. Richard De Heck Montgomery, AL.
LLOYD WOOLDRIDGE
September 25, 2011
WE WILL MISS A GOOD FRIEND AND BUDDY OF MANY YEARS. HE DID LOTS OF GOOD DEEDS FOR HIS FRIENDS AND FAMILY. GODSPEED
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