Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1953
DIED
2020
FUNERAL HOME
Mark Eilers Obituary
EDWARDSVILLE — Mark Steven Eilers of Edwardsville, Illinois, passed at his home Monday, April 27, 2020.
Mark was born at Tripler Arm Hospital in Honolulu, Hawaii, on Aug. 26, 1953. His father, Harris R. Eilers was a Navy pilot in the Korean Conflict. His mother, Beatrice A. (Koch) Eilers, had joined her husband, bringing along his brother, James R.
Mark graduated from Edwardsville High School in 1971. He obtained an Associate's Degree from Lewis and Clark Community College and later a Bachelor's Degree in Mass Communications from Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville.
Mark started out as a part-time cameraman, he finished his career as Director of Audio Visual Services at LCCC. He was a long-time member of H.O.G. (Harley Owners Group) and enjoyed several long-range road trips.
Mark was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Lynn, and both parents. He is survived by his brother, J.R. and his wife Libby, his stepmother, Nancy Mackie Eilers.
At his request, after the cremation, there will be no services. He did ask that all who knew him raise a Budweiser in his memory.
Saksa Mateer Funeral Home, Edwardsville.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mark Eilers
Sherry Williams
January 18, 2021
Mark, Bob and Dan at my 20th birthday party. They had been friends since grade school. 1973
Sherry and Bob Williams
January 18, 2021
Bob and Mark were friends since grade school. He was the coolest guy. It’s so hard to lose him and Dan Garde as well.
Sherry and Bob
January 18, 2021
He was our best frIend in Junior High and high school in edwardsville. Bob knew him since grade school. We did so much together and had so much fun.
Donna Hammock
May 4, 2020
I've known Mark most of my life, didn't see him much in these later years but ran into him occasionally and when we did run into each other he as always was a great person and acted like we seen each other every day. I will miss him and his sense of humor he could always make me laugh. So sad the world lost a good one.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Sage Hancock
May 3, 2020
Drove with Mark to Vermont in the fall of 1970 or 71 ... it was a great trip. Rest in peace Mark
Kimberly Hand
April 30, 2020
Worked in office next to Mark's many years ago at LCCC. Such a nice guy, rest well my friend. I too will raise a Budweiser in your memory.
steve winn
April 29, 2020
Good by my friend see you on the other side
Rest in peace brother
Jamie Foster
April 29, 2020
Many memories of Mark from being a kid thru high school. RIP
bruce Voyles
April 29, 2020
I am very sorry to hear about Mark yes I will raise a budweiser in his memory.
April 29, 2020
Joe and I will miss you! You were one of the good ones! Love you, Lynn and Joe
terry
April 28, 2020
R.I.P. FRIEND
Showing 1 - 11 of 11 results
Make a Donation
in Mark Eilers's name
Memorial Events
for Mark Eilers
Funeral services provided by:
Saksa Mateer Funeral Home - Edwardsville210 North Kansas Street, Edwardsville, IL 62025
People and places connected with Mark
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Mark's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Mark Eilers's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
