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Mark Nystrom Obituary
He is preceded in death by Sharon Kay Nystrom, Margaret Ruth Nystrom, and Verner Carl Nystrom.
Sibling survivors are Jan Verner Nystrom (Sarah Nystrom), Ellen Nystrom Herman (Barry Herman), Beth Nystrom, Mary Nystrom Toal (Mike Toal), and Amy Nystrom Levy (Joel Levy). Other family include nine nephews, three nieces and two great nieces.
Mark graduated from Conroe High School in 1971. He began his deep water oil drilling career in 1975 in Bangkok,Thailand. His motto "Get Up-Dress Up-Show Up" stood the test of time with Mark employed 38 years by industry giants Sonat Offshore Drilling Inc., Transocean, TODCO, Maersk, Scorpion Offshore and Seadrill. He traveled the world during his career loving the people, challenges and adventures he encountered.
Mark was passionate about his family and his work. Other passions Mark enjoyed were golf and singing. The game of golf inspired him to keep learning, keep practicing, enjoy the successes and let go of the rest!
Mark was a gifted vocalist. His beautiful tenor voice was captivating and inspiring. He sang in numerous church choirs and more recently was a member of the Kingwood Chorale.
A devoted father, loyal brother and uncle, exceptional employee, Mark will be forever loved and remembered.
Mark's Life Celebration will be held Saturday June 28 11:00 am - 2pm at Four Season's Hotel in downtown Houston. The family is kindly requesting attendees to wear colorful attire. Those needing hotel accommodations may call Four Seasons Houston reservations at 1-800-734-4114 and simply request "Nystrom Memorial" room rates.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Nystrom
Mick Milne
June 10, 2025
Mark because of you I became a Transocean RSTC on the Mighty Jack Bates which at the time was the biggest heaviest most advanced semi submersible in the world where I met my one true solemate who accompanied me taking the rig from Norway to Australia on the back of a dry tow ship called the Mighty Servant 1 who with during the voyage I told her that without your inspiration her and I would have never met. So to cement our appreciation of you we cast a message in a bottle into the Indian ocean late one night beneath a star studded southern hemispherical sky carrying our hopes and dreams that one day in the future we'd all unite in a mess of mutual admiration so until that day arrives know this Mark if we 3 were stars in the sky we'd gladly sacrifice our light so yours would shine more brightly .
Mick Milne Transocean RSTC
June 10, 2025
Because of you Mark I met my one true soulmate while working on the Transocean Jack Bates who joined me on a voyage from Richards Bay in South Africa to Port Lincoln in Australia aboard the JAB where late one night we cast into the sea a message in a bottle carrying our hopes and dreams that one day in the future we'd all be reunited ina mess of mutual admiration. So thank you Mark for being the catalyst in making that a reality
Mick Milne
July 14, 2023
Mark I just wanted to say you and Lewis Senior changed the path of my life in the most positive way when you were START champions hosting a SMS rollout seminar at the Altens Hotel in Aberdeen way. You said I was either a hero or a zero so with your inspiration I chose to be the former of those two options.
Maira Delgadillo
July 1, 2014
I'll love you endlessly.
You are resting with God now honey..... forever in my heart, in my sweetest memories.
Thank you for your love, thank you for has been in my life, for everything. Thank you for change my life forever....
Your always,
Maira D.
From Zurich/ Switzerland
*Erica, Elise, I love you girls. You're both in my mind and prays everyday... ??
Betty Webb
June 18, 2014
Oh Mark. I truly know Heaven will be so much better with The Angels rejoicing as you all sing the Hallelujahs of your celebrating Life in Heaven. You will be truly missed. I remember you so dearly in Conroe Schools. You were truly a blessing then, as well as the life you lived afterwards. God bless your family, give them strength Lord during this time. The smile in this picture was just as I saw you in school.
June 16, 2014
Sorry for y'alls lost. I know it hurts. Bobby Wygant
June 16, 2014
Very sad to hear of the loss of Mark. Condolences to the family!
Darlene Tate
June 16, 2014
Much love and peace to the precious family
Jeanine Sims Hembree
June 16, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. My memories are from a little boy who I loved very much. The Nystrom family has always be close to my heart.
Lisa Newland-Lentz
June 16, 2014
So sorry to hear this. The Nystrom's were a great family and I had many good times at their house. Blessings to this family.
Penny Jacobs-Lightfoot
June 16, 2014
Mark will be greatly missed !! I worked with him at Transocean and Seadrill. He was always pleasant w/a smile and encouraging words for w/everyday endeavors. I did not know his family that well but my heart and prayers go out to them during the difficult time. Cherish the GOOD times.
Penny Jacobs Lightfoot
David Dinkins
June 16, 2014
A world traveler and a Southern gentleman. A full life. Rest in peace. Thank you for sharing your life adventures and advice.
June 16, 2014
Many good memories of visits with the whole Nystrom family when their house was about the only one in South Montgomery Co. They are a great family. Mark R.I.P.
Charlie Ray
June 16, 2014
Elise & Erica, We are so sorry for your loss. We have such happy memories of being with your dad & mom when you two were little & we lived on Keyturn Lane in Atascocita. Your parents loved you very much. We are praying for you. Julie & Ronny Clark
Robert "Byrd" Hancock
June 16, 2014
I have found memories of Mark from Travis Jr. High and Conroe High, always a smile of his face and a great attitude ! God bless him !
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