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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Horvath
Dana Smith
June 25, 2013
I will never forget in his class how he threw my book out in the hallway and made me sit there. Amazing teacher and coach. We will miss you!
Lucas Horvath
June 6, 2013
RIP Uncle Mark: I'll miss you. God's gonna take good care of you.
Kerry Zajicek
June 3, 2013
I had the honor of having Mark Horvath as one of my closest friends for almost 47 years. We met weekly for many years to exchange Andrean/Lake Central stories. I (along with his family) was touched by how many former students came to the showing and the funeral. I'm glad to see testimonials from Gavit, Immaculate Concepcion, and Andrean. He TRULY loved teaching and his students. He was "Rain Man", because he remembered his students so well.He confided several times that he wanted to meet EVERY student at Andrean. What his daughter wrote in his obituary was true: he never wanted to retire from teaching.
I looked forward to our weekly breakfast meetings. Saturday mornings will never be the same.
He loved you and please know you students made him love his life.
His friend,
Kerry A. Zajicek (Gavit 1966 to his last day in Intensive Care June 26,2013)
June 3, 2013
Mr. Horvath will be missed by many and I'm sorry the future generation of kids will not be able to have the extreme pleasure of being in his classes. He was one of my favorite teachers ever!
Jennifer G. (class of '86)
Kelly Casale
June 2, 2013
To the Horvath Family, I am so sorry for your loss, but please know that Mark lives on in the memories of everyone who knew him- especially in the lives of his all his students!.~Pecan Pie, anyone! ~Kelly Casale Andrean '94
Bonnie Paulsin
June 2, 2013
Dear Nancy and Family, I am saddened to hear about Mark's passing. I got to see him a couple of years ago, and I am very happy for that. Mark was a popular teacher and a true gentleman. While at Andrean, we shared many good times. He will be missed by all! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Eve Gomez
May 31, 2013
Mr Horvath will be missed by many. Today he will bring many together. May he rest in peace. My condolences to the family.
Traci (Ruhland) Petty '04
May 31, 2013
I really enjoyed having Mr. Horvath for Govt/Econ at Andrean, he was a great teacher. He always joked around with me in study hall about liking country music and I still have a CD he made me. My deepest condolences to his family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ingrid Znika
May 31, 2013
Our heartfelt condolences to the Horvath family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our son Andrew was priveleged to have Mr. Horvath as a teacher and friend. He inspired our son's interest in government, politics and law. Most importantly, he taught what it meant to be a man of good moral character. Thank you, Mr. Horvath. "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" Matthew 25.:23 God bless. The Znika Family
Cris Grillion Muir
May 31, 2013
I have very fond memories of Mark from High School at Gavit. He was truly one of a kind. I am saddened by his loss. I was so moved on the wonderful out pouring of love and respect shown by his students at Andrean. He will be truly missed.
Sue Polak
May 31, 2013
Mr. H was my 8th grade teacher at Immaculate Conception in Whiting in 1979. He was my "favorite" teacher EVER!!!!! He taught me some valuable lessons. I have so many great memories of that man and share them always. About 5 years ago, we reconnected at my sons basketball game and talked and got reacquainted. He did not change over those years. To his family, sending many hugs because I am sure he will be truly missed. To his friends, stay strong for his family. Mr. H will join the other GREAT Angels above. My prayers are being sent to the family.
Dia' A. Brown
May 31, 2013
Mr. Horvath was one of favorite teachers at Andrean HS Class of 2011. I was in his Psychology class. And I loved to ask questions in class. I sat right in front. My prayers go out to the family, hold to the precious memories. Prayerfully Dia'
May 30, 2013
Dear Horvath family:
Our sincere prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Our family was blessed by having Mark in our lives, he adored my daughter and enjoyed joking around with my son. Please know that he always found a way to make my children smile. For that light he brought into their lives I would be forever in his debt. May God Bless you and bring you some comfort during your time of need.
---The Stamper Family
Judy Ryan Urbano
May 30, 2013
Andrean during the 80's-it was a right of passage to have Mr. Horvath for Econ/Govt.! My twin sister and I were in one of the classes together. He couldn't tell us apart so he sat us in opposite corners! We would both answer when he'd say "Ryan" to mess with him and he would smile. Many years later I meet him at Kankakee Valley HS during basketball season and I heard the usual "Ryan!" He remembered his students always. God bless you, Mark, and thanks.
Beeks
May 30, 2013
To the Horvath family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Mr. Horvath was a dedicated teacher that left such an impression on Julian that it helped shape his interest to major in Economics. Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, may the peace of God and the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. You are in our prayers.
~The Beeks Family
Derek Maravilla
May 30, 2013
I had the privilege of being Mr. Horvath's student at Andrean and also running for him on the cross country team. He was a great teacher, coach, and mentor. He inspired you to do your best. Coach Horvath was one of those teachers, that looking back, truly influenced your life. My deepest sympathies to the Horvath family.
The Dumas Family
May 30, 2013
Our prayers go out for Mr. Horvath's family. I didn't know him personally, but he taught my son at Andrean, and was really nice to him. I always appreciated that he treated him so well. He had to be a good guy !
God bless you all. . . . . . .
Keenya Heffner
May 30, 2013
Mr Horvath was my Government teacher at Andrean. I recently saw him at the Andrean open house. Even though I hadn't seen him in over 20 years he still remembered my first and last name and the college I attended. That just shows how much he cared for his students and loved what he did.I was lucky enough to be a part of the convention my senior year. He made it exciting and memorable. It is so unfortunate that my son will not have him for a teacher but he did get a chance to meet him. He always had a smile on his face. Mr Horvath you will be truly missed. Keenya Heffner Class of 1990
Randi Kunnemann
May 30, 2013
I went to Gavit with Mark and he was in my homeroom. He was such a wonderful guy then and it is wonderful to read that he never changed and all that he accomplished in his life. A great teacher is truly a gift to all the lives he touched. My deepest sympanthies to his family and friends. I know he will be greatly missed by many. May God give you peace at this most difficult time.
Jennifer Jerry-McCloud
May 30, 2013
Thank you for sharing your husband, father, brother and best friend with Andrean. Mr. Horvath was a great and inspiring teacher and he will be greatly missed. Mr. Horvath made senior year something to look forward too. I was lucky enough to have him for Econ and Government and enjoyed every moment of his teaching.
May 30, 2013
On behalf of the entire team at the Regional Radio Sports Network. we pass along our condolences to the entire family. Coach Horvath was wonderful to "work with" and our team are deeply saddened by his passing. Coach thanks for your time and professionalism thru the years...God's Blessings and peace be unto you...Paul R.Condry President/Founder RRSN
Emily Pancheri
May 30, 2013
Mr. Horvath was such a wonderful man and one of the reasons I myself became a History teacher. What a great and terrific person who will be missed by everyone who ever met him. My deepest condolences to his family.
Colleen (Dupree) Wilkening
May 30, 2013
I went to Gavit High School with Mark and also worked with him at Baskin -Robbins 31 Ice Cream store on Indpls Blvd in Hammond. He introduced me to my high school sweetheart, Ed Wasiuta. We often double dated with him. I also went to watch Mark, Ed Wasiuta, and Don Johnsen play CYA basketball. They were on the same team. Mark even went to Winona State with me in MN. If fact, he drove me up there our first year at Winona. He'd charge a group of us who lived in The Region $7 a piece to drive us home over breaks. I'm so sorry to hear of his untimely death and wish his family my deepest sympathies. He was a unique person who left this earth far better place by being here. May the peace of God sustain the family at this time of their great loss.
Holly Jascoviak
May 30, 2013
The Jascoviak family sends prayers for Mark's entire family during this sad time. Both Jerry and Julie thought he was an excellent educator and know that he is with the Lord now.
Berwanger Family
May 29, 2013
Our family would like to extend our deepest sympathies to your family. My son is a senior at Andrean and Mr. Horvath had such a positive impact on our son and we were greatly sadened to hear of his passing. Our wish for your family is that you find great joy in the wonderful times you spent together! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time and in the months to come.
Cindy Ryan
May 29, 2013
Mr Horvath was a wonderful man and had a huge impact on my son, who was one of his student's. He was truly a gift to others. My sympathies and prayers go out to the family and for Mr. Horvath as well.
Michael Heinlein
May 29, 2013
Mr. Horvath was dedicated and generous. He always gave me a hard time in class for my fondness of President Reagan. But on graduation day he came up to tell me, rather proudly, that Reagan was actually his favorite president (it happened to be the day after Reagan died). I'll always remember that moment...by giving me a hard time about Reagan in class he was teaching me far more than he would have by telling me how much he admired Reagan on the first day of class. In so doing he provided me with an opportunity to broaden my thinking abilities, the trait of a fine educator.. May he rest in the peace of Christ.
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