Mark Loraas

Mark A. Loraas, 57, Iron Mountain, MI, formerly of Velva, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2022, at a Minot hospital.
Mark Alan Loraas was born June 5, 1965, the son of James and Winefred (Bohner) Loraas, in Minot. Mark was raised and educated in Velva, Graduating from Velva High School in 1984.
Mark enlisted in the United States Army Reserves immediately after high school graduation and served three years. He then enlisted full time in the United States Army in 1987. He served in various locations including Germany and Egypt. He was honorably discharged in 1995.
After his discharge Mark lived in Colorado Springs, CO, and Dallas, TX working for various auto glass companies. He worked for Safelite Auto Glass for ten years before deciding to return to his child roots of farming, working for the Aaseth family farms.
He enjoyed hunting, working at the farm, and spending time at his friend s hunting camp in Michigan.
His loving family includes: his brother, Jeff Loraas; sister, Mary Loraas; nephew, Chad Loraas; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents, sister Cathy and nephew Jason;
Celebration of Life Service: Friday, August 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Thompson-Larson Funeral Home Chapel, Minot.
Visitation: One hour before the service.
A Celebration of Life will also be held at the Lariat in Velva on Friday starting at 1:00 p.m.
The service will be livestreamed for the public to view and can be accessed by going to YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkw5wBH7W_IUwKUcuLvhgOw.