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Mark Janssen Obituary
New London - Mark Scott Janssen, of New London, passed away Nov. 2, 2024, at the Veterans Affairs Health Care Center in Rocky Hill after a long illness. Mark was the son of the late Virgil and Ruth Janssen. He was married to Barbara Wunder Janssen, the love of his life, for 43 years.
He also leaves behind a daughter, Nicole Hicks; and grandchildren, Jordyn and Jason; three brothers, Donald (Terri), Jeffrey (Doreen) and Christopher Janssen; and sister Veronica Janssen; and many nieces and nephews.
Mark served in the U.S. Navy and held many prominent positions throughout his life.
Mark will be laid to rest at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, in the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Exeter R.I., with full Military Honors. Arrangements are entrusted to Monarch Cremation & Funeral Services, Hamden.
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Bruce Devanney
February 25, 2025
i served with mark in the after engine room on DD835 . he was a great sailor and a good man . i am sorry to hear of his passing .
Bruce
Roberta J. Vincent
November 24, 2024
My sincere Condolences to Mark's family. You friend John B. Vincent will be waiting for you. The memories you and your family share, will sustain them. Roberta J. Vincent
CeCe Ross
November 24, 2024
Ms. Barbara and Nicole
My deepest condolences to you during your time of mourning. I pray God comfort you during this time.Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Andrew Parrella
November 19, 2024
Barbara-
I am so sorry for your loss. May your husband rest in peace and may you find comfort in the many good memories you had together.
Dorothy Bruce
November 19, 2024
Mark was a friend of my brother and a very kind man!! Sorry for your loss! Sending prayers
Debbie Fortunato
November 19, 2024
Barbara, I'm so sorry to read of Mark's passing. Please know that you and the family are in my prayers for comfort and healing.
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