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Mark Kroncke Obituary
Dr. Mark Steven Kroncke, age 68, passed away unexpectedly on 12 January 2019. Mark was born and raised in San Francisco and was a graduate of the University of California, Davis and then attended and graduated from the University of California, San Francisco, Dental School. A U.S. Navy veteran, he served in Vietnam. Mark practiced dentistry in Santa Rosa, CA for 36 years before retiring to Bend, Oregon. Mark had a lifelong passion for the outdoors with an avid love of hiking with his family in mountains throughout the West. In retirement, he also developed a strong love of auto restoration with particular focus on his vintage 1960s automobile. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Meta Kroncke and is survived by his beloved wife, Davern, of 35 years, and his two sons, Mark and his wife, Julia, from Boulder, CO and Keith from Bend, OR, his brother Bill from Virginia and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials sent to: Brightside Animal Center, 1355 NE Hemlock Ave, Redmond, OR.
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Glenda Swenston
May 26, 2019
I moved out of the area so had no knowledge of Dr. Kroncke's passing until today. He was my dentist for years and a very good one. Condolences to the family. May he rest in peace.
February 5, 2019
Dr. Kronche served my entire family growing up. 5 kids and 2 parents. Nobody looks forward to going to the dentist, but he made it tolerable. I enjoyed our conversations and found him to be very polite. From what I remember we would mostly talk sports. I would laugh in my head when he would ask me a question while there were multiple machinery tools in my mouth. As if I could answer him! Anyways, I am saddened to hear this news. I will pray for his family
Cathy Morgan
January 29, 2019
We were devastated to hear of Mark's passing. Our forever dentist, but more than that, our friend. Davern, our hearts go out to you and the boys, I'm afraid we are just in shock. Our prayers are with you and the family, we just don't have words for the sorrow we feel. Please know our thoughts are with you. He will be forever missed. Love you all.
Candie Huppert
January 28, 2019
Mark was a great friend and a wonderful dentist! We were so sad to hear of his passing, Our hearts go out to Davern and family, We hope that the
Wonderful memories will be of comfort during this very sad time. Sincerely, Jim& Candie Huppert
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Teri Bauer
January 27, 2019
We are very sad to hear of the passing of Mark. He was a fantastic dentist and had such Love for his family, friends and patients. He was so proud of his sons and their accomplishments. We always enjoyed hearing about Mark and Daverns adventures.
Sending sincere condolences and much Love to Davern, Mark William, Keith and the extended Kroncke family.
RIP Mark
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Barbara Cannon
January 25, 2019
Sweet Davern, our prayers are with you. Love you so much. Barb Cannon
Bonnie and Rick LaPolla
January 25, 2019
We are overwhelmed with sadness for you, Davern, and the boys. Please know that you are in our thoughts and hope that you can find some comfort in knowing that Mark was well loved and respected by everyone who knew him. Mark lived life to the fullest and set a perfect example for all of us.
Rebecca Chacon-Johnson
January 25, 2019
We are sadden to hear about Dr Kroncke's passing. He was our dentist for many years and a true blessing to our family. He would always ask how my kids were doing, followed them via the PD with their High School Basketball scores and when they went in to the office he would talk to them and encourage them to continue on. He was an incredible human being. Rest in Peace Dr Kroncke.
Jackie Callaghan
January 25, 2019
I was very sad to hear of Dr. Kroncke's passing. He was my dentist for many years and was a great dentist and a kind man. He is gone too soon. My heart goes out to Davern, dear lady, and their two sons. I can still see (in my mind) the photos of the boys on the walls of his dental office, over the years how they grew! We all got to watch them grow up. May you all find peace in this sad time.
Megan Joyce
January 24, 2019
I am totally devastated by this sad news . Dr. Kroncke was the best dentist I ever had! He was always so kind, sweet, and always cared about his patients. He was a very family oriented person and always treated me and my parents more like a part of his family whenever we came into his dental office to get our annual cleanings for our teeth. I will miss hearing his voice and seeing his smile. I have known Dr. Kroncke since I was a little girl and this news simply hurts. Sending prayers to his wife Davern, and his sons Mark and Keith. Rest in Peace Dr. Kroncke <3
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