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Mark Wurtz Obituary
La Quinta - It is with great sadness, the family of Mark Wurtz announces that he passed away at his home on March 25th after a lengthy illness. Mark was born on October 31,1964 in Yakima, WA. He attended the University of New Mexico on a golf scholarship before turning pro in 1986. Mark was a lifelong professional golfer. He traveled the world playing mini-tours until earning his PGA tour card in 1994, 1995, and 1997. He also played on the Nike Tour and won the Shreveport Open in 1997. He had several other professional wins and will be remembered as one of the best putters in the game. Mark made the Coachella Valley his home for the last 25 years. He was one of the original members of the Plantation Golf Club, where his many friends and fellow golfers will miss his cheerful greeting, his laughter, and his camaraderie on the golf course. Mark's greatest joy was his children. He is survived by his daughter, Lindsey and son, TJ along with his parents, Ted and Barbara and his sister, Kim. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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Adan JAIME
January 23, 2024
My condolences to Mark family today 1/23/24., great gentleman and solid friend.
Dan DeMuth
May 8, 2021
Just so sadden to hear about the loss of Mark. We were room mates in the Mid 80's in Palm Springs Cal. Mark was heading to the PGA tour and I new I was going to make a difference in peoples life through golf. So many great memories.
Zach (red) enjoyed his yearly golf round with Mark!
March 28, 2021
Arnie Lewis
January 21, 2021
Mark and I competed against each other in golf during our high school years. He was a Cowboy and I was a Redskin. Such a great rivalry. I learned more about Golf from Mark and his dad then any coach I ever had. Took me four years to post a lower score than Mark head to head. Pretty much the highlight of my high school life. He was very secretly my greatest envy. What an awesome opportunity to grow up around golf and on the beautiful course at Port Ludlow. One thing that really stuck with me is the day he showed up with a metal wood. Blew me away seeing it for the first time. He and I got to play with Fred Couples (1982) at Spring Valley one afternoon. I have not stopped playing and coaching golf. Varsity Golf coach in Aberdeen for 14 years. Owe a lot of that to the passion I saw in Mark every time we played. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Randle Thompson
December 19, 2020
I would like to give my condolences to the Wurtz family. I met Mark at the Nationwide Utah Classic tournament in 2005. I had thrown my hat into the ring to volunteer as a caddy. (I wanted to experience caddying for a tour pro). Mark was a last minute entry and he gave me that opportunity for which I will be forever grateful. I am so sorry to hear about his passing, which I stumbled upon as I have tried to follow him after our meeting in Utah. Mark was classy and well respected among his peers. I learned so much about the player and the person he is. He will be missed. The golf world will not be the same without his presence. I thank him for the opportunity. As a side note I signed up to volunteer to caddy but he insisted on paying me. I took his check and made it out to the Red Cross and donated it to help the victims of hurricane Katrina. I’m not sure if he realized how many life’s he touched. He was a blessing in my life and I will never forget him. Sincerely Randle Thompson
Lindsey Wurtz
July 27, 2020
Miller Family
July 8, 2020
We just heard about the passing of Mark. We are so sorry and send our condolences. Mark was very special to our son who is a Jr. golfer in Washington and enjoyed meeting up with him when we would go down to Palm Desert in February. His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
June 24, 2020
I just found out about Mark's passing. I am truly so sorry. He was my friend for 20yrs. He was so proud to look forward to his daughters graduation. I'm so sorry and just blown away
Jenn Walton
April 13, 2020
Lindsey and TJ,
Our hearts are with you all. Please know that your Sacred Heart School family will be lifting you up in prayer.
Mrs. Walton and family
Mary Hunt Peret
April 10, 2020
I graduated with Mark from Chimacum High School in 1983. I'll remember him as a hard-working, dedicated athlete and as someone who pretty much always had a friendly smile on his face. My condolences to his children and family.
Greg Smelser
April 10, 2020
So sad and so young ... when I joined the Plantation in 2013 Mark was one of the first people to welcome me on Christmas Day that year I didnt have a family event to attend so Mark coordinated a small gathering at The Plant so those of us who were Family-Less on that day wouldnt be alone - RIP Buddy
Mike Kasch
April 10, 2020
Mark was always kind smiling face. He will be missed. Golf lost an amazing player and the Sonics lost a big fan.
Rest In Peace pro.
Mike Kasch
April 10, 2020
Miss you Wurtzie
Paul Devenport
April 9, 2020
I played on the Canadian Tour with Mark. Always enjoyed getting paired with him, such a positive nice guy with a great laugh. Great player too! RIP mate!
Hugh III
April 9, 2020
So unreal Great guy and friend God Bless and RIP Wurtzy!
Clark
April 9, 2020
I met Mark during the early 90's when we played both the Canadian and Asian PGA Tours. I am so saddened to hear of his passing and I will be keeping his family in my prayers. May God grant you peace both now and always .
drew hartt
April 9, 2020
I remember Mark in the 90's on the Canadian Golf tour and in my first tournament ever on that tour I shot 63, 7 under par on the sat at Cowichan Bay GC, Victoria, BC and he said are you that good? he was joking and a good friend of mine back than and will be surelly missed...RIP Mark...Drew Hartt
Art
April 8, 2020
Mark will be missed by many. His laugh was always present and raised the mood of those in his presence.
Patty Frisch
April 8, 2020
My heart and prayers go out to all of Mark's family. Barbara, Ted and Kim, Lindsey, TJ and Deborah, I grieve with you in your loss. May the memory of his love for you bring you comfort.
May the perpetual light shine upon him and God grant him eternal rest.
Debra and Richard Newman
April 8, 2020
Lindsey and TJ, you continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Your Dad loved you both very much. Ted, Barbara, and Kim, so sorry for your loss. You all are in our hearts and prayers.
Chris
April 7, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to Marks family. He was one of the finest individuals I have ever met. Im grateful for having the opportunity to meet and play with Mark.
Mike Clarke
April 6, 2020
My heart goes out to Mark's family. He was a wonderful classmate, great teammate growing up with him in Chimacum. A true competitor. You will be missed. Rest In Peace Mark!
April 6, 2020
I'm so sorry to Mark s family for your great loss. So friendly and so very talented.
Gregg
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