Mark E. Gitersonke

Mark Edward Gitersonke, born on June 30, 1954, passed away on April 11, 2023.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 17, at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman, MI 49106. Friends may meet with the family from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home, prior to the service. Following the service, there will be a luncheon at D'Agostino's Navajo Bar & Grille, 8970 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman, MI 49106.

Memorial contributions may be made to Berrien County Cancer Services, 3900 Hollywood Road, St. Joseph, MI 49085. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Mark was the son of Leadell Brostoff and Robert Gitersonke.

He is survived by his sister, Linda and brother, Robert; as well as his three children: Joshua, Mark and Karly.

Mark attended Bridgman High School and later worked at the Cook Nuclear Plant for many years. During his time there, he became great friends with many of the people he worked with. Mark had a big love for the game of golf, which he played as often as he could. He loved warm summers on the beach with his family. He loved cooking and good food.

He also loved to laugh and had a great sense of humor, bringing joy to those around him. Mark was deeply loved by his friends and family. He will be remembered for his kind and gentle personality. May he rest in peace, and may his family and friends find comfort in the memories they shared with him.