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Mark Gustafson Obituary

Mark Joseph Gustafson

Belt —Mark Joseph Gustafson passed away at his home in Oso Washington at the age of 55. He is survived by three sons (Casey Michael Gustafson, Jeremiah Mathew Gustafson and Joshua Joseph Gustafson) a daughter (Mindi Michelle Gustafson-Peake), Eight Grandchildren and several loving sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews. Mark Gustafson worked as a framer in the construction industry and was an avid fly fisherman and loyal outdoorsman. Mark always found joy in the simple things in life and had built loyal long-lasting relationships with several friends to include his dog Lefty. Although Mark is gone he will not be forgotten and his spirit and memory will live vivid in those who knew him best, and live forever in the hearts of his children. Grave-side services will be held on April 19, 2014 at 10:37 a.m. at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Belt, Montana.

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Published by Great Falls Tribune on Apr. 17, 2014.

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joe Cravens

May 5, 2014

May God be with you and sustain your family in this time of deep sorrow and sadness.

denise wakefordsmith

April 20, 2014

patty, doug, mindy and the boys, julie erma and all.....im so very very sorry. but i know he is with his brother and your parents and they will keep u safe until it is your time....its hard time makes it bareable but it doesnt go away...hugs to yall/

April 20, 2014

Prayers go out to the surviving family and friends may the God of comfort continue to bless you and yours especially after such a tragic loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies. 2 Cor. 1:2,3.

Mark Thompson

April 19, 2014

You will be missed my friend!! Truly sorry for your loss Gustafson family!

April 18, 2014

As kids we went to seek our fortune in the oil patch together,Mark was always a hard worker and good buddy,but more than that a GREAT person everybody liked and loving father brother and son.The world lost a good one.Have one for me "HIPPIE MARK"

Kandy Hayes

April 18, 2014

To the family, we are so deeply saddened and touched by your loss. No words could ever express our compassion and sympathies for you at this time. Your loss has touched the world and brought a community to its knees, yet we also see them standing strong to rally and hold one another. We think of you daily and pray for your peace nightly. Our family would like to do something special for you, if you could please contact us through Kurt's Cause on Facebook, or me directly through FB, I would greatly appreciate it. Until then, please know that we pray that you find the strength and courage that you so need each and every day. ~Kandy Hayes, and family.

theresa young - richardson

April 18, 2014

Deepest sympathies Our prayers are with the Gustanfson family Sorry for your loss in father brother and friend

Teresa Vela

April 17, 2014

The memories I have of you and your loving family are part of my childhood I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Teresa Adams-Vela

Sandi (Boughton) Smithberg

April 17, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

DStallings

April 13, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Heaven is real,

April 12, 2014

Dear Mark, I did not know you, but through the people I know, I learned about you, they will miss you, you had many good times, they were your family, watch over them every day from now on, and we will meet some time, God Bless you and rest easy

Wayne,Renea Johnson

April 11, 2014

R.I.P.
Mark you will truly be missed
Happy Fishing * Catch the BIG one

Sincerely
Wayne and Renea Johnson

April 11, 2014

MAY THESE WORDS FROM GOD'S WORD SOOTHE YOU,"HAPPY ARE THE PURE IN HEART,SINCE THEY WILL SEE GOD.".MATT.5:8.....NC

Remembering

April 11, 2014

To the Family of Mark Gustafson: With deepest sympathy from the Carter family during this difficult time for the untimely death of Mark and other mudslide victims in Oso, Washington. May you find some comfort in knowing that Mark is not suffering but safely stored in God's memory awaiting His promise of a better life.--John 3:16. Until that time, try to keep happy thoughts of Mark in your hearts and minds.

Scott Chamberland

April 10, 2014

Please accept my Deepest Sympathies

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