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Mark Bayert Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 11, 2009.

Bayert, Rev. Dr. Mark Alan of Bloomington, MN, age 67, died Wednesday, December 9, 2009 after complications related to heart surgery. Mark graduated from Taylor University with honors, majoring in Biblical Literature. He received his Bachelor of Divinity at the University of Chicago Divinity School, and went on to Yale Divinity School to receive a major in Missions. In 1979, he received his Doctorate of Ministry from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, IL. In his 39 years of ministry, he served as pastor at Marion Avenue United Presbyterian Church in Washington, IA; Central Presbyterian Church in Rock Island, IL; First Presbyterian Church in Bismarck, ND and Oak Grove Presbyterian Church in Bloomington, MN where he retired in September 2007. He was a man dedicated to his community in his volunteer efforts, was an avid tennis player, enjoyed hiking in the mountains, had a love of books and music, theatre, nature, baking, singing and traveling. What mattered most was time spent with family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Carol; children, Eve (Keith) Miller, St. Cloud, MN, Diane (John) Griffin, Colorado Springs, CO, Linda (Art) Adler, Longmont, CO, Ken Soady, Des Moines, IA, Beth Frey, Davenport, IA; 12 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brothers, Dan Bayert, Oak Park, IL, Jim Helbig, Fairview, TX and Herb Helbig, Modesto, CA; and a loving extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Bayert and Robert and Miriam Helbig; brother, David Bayert; daughter-in-law, Marsha Soady; and granddaughter, Annika Fakas. Memorial service 2 PM Saturday, Dec. 12, Oak Grove Presbyterian Church, 2200 West Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN. Visitation one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, it is the family's wish that you donate to a local charity in your community. Washburn-McReavy Werness Brothers Chapel 952 884-8145

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William Bayert

December 21, 2010

See ya soon Uncle Mark.

Becky Boyle Jones

January 15, 2010

I am sorry to hear about Mark. He introduced me to British comedy on public television. I always loved spending time with Eve, Mark and Carol provided a comfortable, fun place to hang out. He was a sweet man.

January 12, 2010

Carol and Family,

Pastor Mark was so generous with his time! From longtime church Members and New Visitors to Family and Friends, He was always willing to step away from his busy schedule to listen to the concerns of others. Just like JESUS would have spent his time.
I remember How Mark was there for My Wife, with the loss of her GrandMother and how COMPASSIONATE he was!
I thank GOD for Mark Bayert having added so much to our lives in so many ways!

~ Todd and Janette Mathison

Jack Van vessem

January 10, 2010

May the wisdom of God, the grace of Christ and the comfort of the Holy Spirit be with your family during these difficult days.

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January 4, 2010

We were sorry to hear of Mark's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

We were classmates of Mark at Taylor University. We enjoyed getting to see Mark at our 45th class reunion this fall.

David and Pat Bowers, Centerville, IN

Elizabeth Young

December 30, 2009

While I was the Oak Grove Church librarian, Mark would regularly come into the library and check out books. He was always conscientious, scholarly, and fully aware of world events and how he could relate them to us. As he spoke from the pulpit, I listened intently, fully engaged in his insights and wisdom.

December 24, 2009

Carol

Mark will be deeply missed by all. You both are great friends and I always enjoyed my time with Mark when my office was at the Church in Rock Island. My thoughts are with you. Greg Francis

Cathy Bayert

December 22, 2009

Uncle Mark's passing was totally unexpected. He will be deeply missed. My husband and his brothers appreciate the contributions he made to their lives especially after the death of their dad, his brother, David. The stories of him include a lot of fun and laughter

Dawn Francis

December 17, 2009

Carol and family... I am saddened by your loss... Mark was wonderful, and a joy to be around... I will never forget his baptism of my daughter Danielle when you guys lived in Rock Island... my thoughts and prayers are with you... -Dawn Francis, Des Moines, Iowa [email protected]

Nancy Larson

December 14, 2009

Mark had been volunteering for our Men's Group at Presbyterian Homes of Bloomington this summer and fall. His gifts of caring, relating, sharing and being himself were greatly appreciated by the men. They are grieving the man they barely knew.... the man they looked forward to seeing each Wednesday. We are so thankful for the time he shared with us. We are also thankful for the unfortunate reminder that life can be short, uncertain, and in God's hands. Our prayers are with the Bayert's family as they grieve the loss and celebrate the person.

Katie Little

December 12, 2009

My husband Dan and I are so sorry for your loss. Pastor Mark was always fun to listen to. We knew him during our time at Oak Grove church and he really knew how to put certain things. Your family and the community will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time.

Bonnie O'Brien

December 11, 2009

Carol and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. He was our pastor in Bismarck and then again to my parents, Bill and Jane Murray, when he came to Minneapolis. He was such a kind and caring man. He visited my dad many times during his illiness and I know that it was a comfort to both of my parents. He wrote kind words that were said at my dad's funeral and was very good to my mom during those tough times. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

December 11, 2009

The Addo family will always be grateful for Pastor Bayert's friendship, and the kindness he showered on us, including his baked goods, recipes and comforting words.
We will never forget the wonderful funeral service he provided when our family needed it.

He always spoke so lovingly about his family and especially about his wife Carol. What a wonderful example of a good and christian family man.

We will miss him dearly.

We pray for comfort for his family.

Addo family

December 11, 2009

Carol and family,

Please accept my thoughts and prayers for all of you during this time.

Dena (Dobbs) Blaylock
Gulfport, Mississippi

Bud Kitterman

December 11, 2009

Carol and family,
We were so suprised to hear about Mark and we send our deepest heart felt sorrow. Mark, you and your family have been some of our best memories. We wish we could be with you at this time but not able to. Mark and Rick have shared a lot of good times, sledding and playing chess in the church tower. Thank you for your friendship and we enjoyed your visits at Anchor Inn and you Carol for talking to Gin on your last visit. Again thank you and you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Bud and Gin Kitterman

Neal Lloyd Lloyd

December 11, 2009

I first heard of Mark when I arrived in Rock Island shortly after he had gone to Bismark. Our paths did not cross until a mission trip to Guatemala in 1999. Before his retirement we saw each other frequently at Presbyterian events. He was a strong witness for Christ's mission and a quiet presence of faith. I pray God will give comfort to his loved ones as he is given rest from his labor.
Dr. Neal Lloyd (Honorably Retired)

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