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John Bangerter Obituary
Resident of Oakland, CA
John Mark Bangerter died of cancer on October 27, 2013 among loved ones at his home in Oakland, California. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, he earned an MFA from the University of Utah, and exhibited his art around the world. He was 62 years old.
Mark's life's work, to which he dedicated his soul and body, spanned the arts from painting and sculpture to literature and film, and grew from his illimitable character and a life that seems cut from legend. But wherever he went, he carried with him the hopes, concerns, and love of his many loyal friends, who will continue to cherish his wit, ingenuity, talent, hand, and heart. Those friends, his seven siblings, his sons Jack and Nels, and their families are all thankful that they could be a part of this journey. In memory of Mark, contributions may be sent to the Homeless Action Center of Berkeley, California.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Bangerter
Steven Fawson
October 28, 2022
I remember the emails that we exchanged after he moved to Idaho and also after a person took his eye from him. He told me in ´09 that he didn´t paint for nine years and then only watercolors. He made 3 or 4 films. He,
like the rest of us from Art School have spent our lives making Art, teaching Art and dreaming of Art. Mark was one of the most creative
and voracious people I have known in life and in making Art. He was
also kind, encouraging and funny. He is sorely missed in this world.
Tim Tolman
October 28, 2019
The four years I spent with Mark in the art department at Utah will always be some of the richest years of my life. He lives on in my own artwork as well as hit vitality and life force is alive and well in my memory.
Tim Tolman
November 7, 2013
When I think back to our days in college I can see Mark with his razor sharp mind, his lit up eyes and invincible will. He had so much courage we all could just grab on and he would drag us behind. Those years are indelible in the minds of the group who gathered in the mid 70's at the University of Utah art department. It's now 40 years later and when I think of those days, Bangerter is right in the heart of the action. It was an amazing time.
Steve Handy
November 6, 2013
I am so sorry for all of us in the loss of Mark. He will always be with me and, I am sure with many who knew him.
Shauna Cook Clinger
November 6, 2013
Deepest condolences to Mark's loved ones. I will always be grateful for the friendship and many great memories beginning as undergraduates together at the U of U Art Department. Loved his work, loved him. One of a kind. Blessings and Godspeed to you, dear Mark.
Scott Snarr
November 5, 2013
I first met Mark at a plein air festival in Escalante, Utah. Later we had the opportunity to discuss art and artists at Woody's tavern in Moab. Mark was generous in sharing his knowledge of art and life. He will be missed by all who knew him. My condolences to Jack and the rest of his family.
Becki Toone
November 4, 2013
Mark was always so plesant and cordial. He was so talented in so many ways and inspired many. I am happy he was with his "boys". God bless his great family.
Linda Carroll
November 3, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Marks' passing. I remember the fun times we had as our families would gather to celebrate birthdays for holidays. I hope he finds the peace he seemed to always be seeking.
Steve Greenwood
November 3, 2013
I'm sorry to hear about Mark's passing. He was one one of my high school buddies and we saw each other a few times over the years since then. About five years ago we saw each other at an art festival in Escalante, Utah and had a good visit. He was a talented man and will be missed.
November 3, 2013
I'm saddened to hear of Mark's death. We shared the graduate studio when working toward an MFA and always enjoyed a good argument, as well as a good joke.
Sue Slade
John Erickson
November 3, 2013
Mark and I painted together as undergraduates at the U. of U. His talent and zest for living still resonate among those of us who studied with him.
I remember painting with him up Immigration Canyon in below freezing weather. I recall Mark's comment on how unspreadable the frozen paint was. He thrived on challenges!
1975 Art Dept. Tim Tolman, Mark Gilstrap, Steven Fawson & Mark Bangerter
Steven Fawson
November 3, 2013
So sorry to hear of Mark. My condolences to the family. We had good times in Art school at the U of U and I know that Mark lived to make Art. He lives on in our memories.
David Dornan
November 3, 2013
great and wild times times in undergraduate school...rest now buddy....you etched a big path.
Jill Bareaclough
November 1, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Knew Mark when he was a teenager and then before he moved to Boise. Always really liked him and tremendous respect for him as a person and a talent.
Jill Stapley Barraclough
November 1, 2013
sorry for your loss Jim and Bobbi Marcum
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