Mark Marek Memoriam

MARK L. MAREK VALPARAISO, IN Mark L. Marek, age 56, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Monday, October 8, 2007 at his home. He was born February 1, 1951 in East Chicago, IN, the son of Joseph and Rita (Kmicek) Marek, graduated from Thornridge High School in Dolton, IL and attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL. He was a dental technician having owned and operated United Artists Dental Studio. Mark will be fondly remembered for his skill as a woodworker and his enjoyment of golf. Survivors include his wife, Violet (Dokmanovic) Marek; and their children: Brian and Jessica Marek all of Valparaiso, IN; his mother, Rita Marek of Crown Point, IN; and his brother, Mike (JoAnn) Marek of St. John, IN. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Marek. A funeral mass will be held Friday, October 12, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 509 W. Division Road, Valparaiso, IN with Fr. David Gosnell officiating. Cremation to follow at Angelcrest Crematory. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at Moeller Funeral Home, 104 Roosevelt Road, Valparaiso, IN. Prayer service beginning at 4:00 p.m. MoellerFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The Times on Oct. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Marek

8 Entries

Thomas Janusz

October 18, 2007

Mark was my childhood friend from grade school(St Jude),through high school(Thornridge), and then on through college (SIU). Mark stood up for our wedding in 1972, he was one of my groomsmen. He was part of our special group of friends who spent time growing up together. Violet and family, you have our deepest sympathy. Tom and Denise Janusz

Tony Ramirez

October 15, 2007

Mark,
To my friend, my family, for the 17 years I've known you, we have shared so many memories together. As a mentor, a father figure someone I looked up to. You taught me so much and with you experienced so many new things. You taught me that you're never to old to learn, that you learn something every day. Together as United Artists we appreciated good quality, which not only applied to work but to art (wood working), food, all things in general, and people who shared the same ideas. May you rest in peace and God look over you as you turn your first bowl or create a new design for your salt and pepper shakers or finish that murphy bed that we started. For your family Violet, Brian and Jessica I share my deepest sympathy with. The relationships and friends we shared will miss you dearly. Your Friend your Buddie Tony.

Garry Rowe

October 11, 2007

Mark
To my friend my you rest in piece.See you in the workshop in the sky.

Ruth Lavery (Wenger)

October 10, 2007

I wish I had the words that took your pain away. Yet all I can really offer are my heartfelt condolences. Please know you are all in my prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Tom and Jan Krafft

October 10, 2007

Mark was a special friend to all of us. He loved his wife Violet and his son Brian and daughter Jessica. He talked of the pride he had for Violet working while taking care of the household. He had to tell the guys--"you won't believe what Brian or Jessica did in school", or in golf or tennis. We heard it all and just smiled. And his golf? For Mark, golfing sometimes got in the way of a good story or conversation, on almost any topic. We all knew we would be in for a 5 hour round of golf when we played together, but we loved every minute of it, because of him. Mark, or Fuzzy to friends, looked at life and this world in a different way. To us, a tree's leaves bud in the spring, then turn green and in the fall change to color. Mark would look at a tree and see beautiful, hand carved salt and pepper shakers, his "toy soldiers". Mark's talents and appreciation for quality will be missed. Most importantly, his friendship and love for family. Jan and I offer our deepest condolences to Violet, Brian, Jessica and Mark's family

Kevin Martin

October 10, 2007

I loved you like a brother Mark. Your inspiration and guidance had a profound and positive impact on me. Inspiration that carries me to this day. I'll never forget you in all the positive ways you touched my soul. You were one of only a few who have made a difference for me in my day to day life. Thank you for being part of it, I am richer for our brief time together so many years ago. My deepest sympathies to Violet and kids.

James Goril

October 10, 2007

Mark provided my patients with 27 years of high quality dental work. He will be sorely missed both as a dental colleague and a friend. My sincere condolences to his family.

Jim Goril DDS

Mark & Stephanie Becker

October 10, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this very sad time.

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