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Link Thomas
August 4, 2019
It has been some time since I was blessed to be around and care for Joseph. I hold fond memories of him and his wonderful family deeply in my heart. The lessons of life and the joyous humor Joseph shared with me are eternally bound in me.
I love you Coach!
Link Thomas
Nancy Lynch Smolich
April 24, 2011
The world has lost one of the greats! I carry so many memories of Joe with me. I still ask my students if they " walked to school or carried their lunch!" He was one in a million and I am so sorry for your loss.
Rick Mickelson
April 18, 2011
Dear Mrkonich family,
My sincere condolences.
I enjoy fond memories of Mr. Mrkonich. Between home room, History, and football I spent a lot of time with Coach my senior year at Duluth East ('68). He was the perfect blend of tough guy and teddy bear that made working for him fun and learning from him a great experience.
Wayne Bjerken
April 18, 2011
Growing up in Thief River Falls I had the honor of having Mr Mrkonich as a teacher and as a coach. I really liked and respected him, he was always there for me when I needed him. He will be missed.
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April 18, 2011
Dear Kate and Mrkonich family,
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Bonshire and Family
Hugh Casper
April 18, 2011
Arlene, Marco, Betty and Kathryn: I am so sorry for your loss. Coach has been a big infuence in my life and will be dearly missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. I was lucky, as I not only knew Joe as a player in high school, but also knew him as a close friend after high school. He was my coach, mentor and good friend. God Bless all of you.
Ken Jones
April 18, 2011
Mr. Mrkonich was my B-squad basketball and varsity football coach, and my senior social studies teacher. We argued and kidded each other a lot, but it was the way we showed affection for each other. He was a good man, a great coach, and a good and reliable friend. I willl miss him.
David and Gloria Bjorkman (Bushaw)
April 16, 2011
As students of Mr Mrdonich, class of 1959, Thief River Falls, we have many memories of him. We know good memories of him will help you in the following days.
Link Thomas
April 16, 2011
I had the honor of getting to know Joe and providing care to him the last few months. He made a huge impact on me in that short period of time. I am certain I was 1 of many to experience the effect he had on others.
Link Thomas
April 16, 2011
I had the honor of getting to know Joe and providing care to him the last few months. He made a huge impact on me in that short period of time. I am certain I was 1 of many to experience the effect he had on others.
April 16, 2011
Joe was one of a kind and he will be missed by many. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Wish I could be there.
Janet Tharp (Prosper, TX)
Shawn Jensen
April 16, 2011
Dear Mrkonich family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Your husband,father was an amazing man and teacher. My prayers for you and your family.
Bev Amick
April 16, 2011
Dear Mrkonich family,
Your dad was such an amazing teacher and person. I am so sorry for your loss.
Joleen (Depke) Marston
April 16, 2011
Dear Katie and Mrkonich family,
I was saddened to read of your dad's passing. I enjoyed him so much as a teacher at East...he always had a smile and made learning fun. My heartfelt prayers are with you.
Sherrill Ferazza
April 16, 2011
I'm glad I was able to spend some quality time with him a few months ago.
Don't worry; my dad's watching out for him!
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