Mark Van Til

Mark Van Til obituary, Benzonia, MI

Mark Van Til

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Mark Til Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jowett Family Funeral Home - Benzonia on Oct. 10, 2025.

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Mark Scott Van Til was born on September 19, 1956 in Detroit, Michigan. He passed away on October 3, 2025 in Thompsonville, Michigan where he lived since 1979. Mark was the third child of John and June Van Til who both preceded him in death.
He is survived by his brother John and wife Suzan, his sister Margaret and husband Charles Rosam, and many nephews, nieces and cousins.
Mark was a member of the Copemish Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and spent his entire life helping people better understand the Bible and shared his Bible based hope of life on a paradise earth under God's Kingdom, as Jesus promised, even if by a resurrection.
He was employed for over 25 years by Crystal Mountain where he received commendation and appreciation for his hard work. recently for Gall sewing and Vacuum Centers of Grand Rapids. Mark loved his cats and all other visiting wildlife.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Copemish Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 22451 Cadillac Highway (M-115), Copemish, Michigan on November 15,2025 at 3pm. Arrangements by Jowett Family Funeral Home of Benzonia.
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Miss you my dear friend we will see you soon. Mark love to text and say Go Lions!
With all the rest of his funny commentary you surely be missed.
Love Monnie & Steve.

Tim Atkinson

October 14, 2025

So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Would love to be in touch.

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22451 Cadillac Highway, Copemish, MI 49625

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