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Mark Ganske Obituary

MARK C. GANSKE Marion Mark C. Ganske, 45, of Marion, Iowa, passed peacefully to heaven on Saturday morning, March 12, 2022, at his mother's home in Marion, with his family by his side, after bravely battling cancer in his youth and again for the past five years. Memory sharing: 4:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home, Oelwein. Gathering of family and friends: 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home, Oelwein. Final resting place: Oak Shade Cemetery, Marion, Iowa. Condolences and memorials may be directed to the family at 1772 Galway Dr., Marion, IA 52302. Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com. Mark drove school bus for the Cedar Rapids Community School District for 10 years. Mark is survived by his mother, Diana Ganske of Marion; father, Paul Ganske of Oelwein; two sisters, Cyndi Shaffer of Marion and Lisa (Scott) Langerman of Cedar Rapids; brother, Stephen Neubauer of Davison, Mich.; seven nieces and nephews; five great-nieces and great-nephews; and several lifelong friends.

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Published by The Gazette on Mar. 14, 2022.

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Amanda Pitts

May 24, 2022

I am just learning of Marks passing, my heart is broken, Mark and I rode together when he worked for the school buses. He was an Amazing guy, We had so many laughs and great talks about his thoughts on the world. I talked to him In November 2021 and let time get away from us. He truly was an Incredible friend, I will miss his smile and his laugh. Prayers for peace and comfort for your family Jim and Amanda Pitts

April 15, 2022

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You have my sympathy, Paul

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Ann Steffen Twedt

March 19, 2022

Dear Diana, Paul and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. Let remembering Mark's smile, laughter and spirit give you lasting comfort.
In deepest sympathy,
Your classmate and friend,
Ann Steffen Twedt

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Jeremy Moritz

March 19, 2022

You will be missed my condolences to your family. I'm sorry I couldn't get there out of town.

Deloris

March 15, 2022

There are no right words to ease the pain you feel. Please know that we are thinking of you all. May you find comfort & peace in your treasured memories. God Bless You during this most difficult time. With deepest sympathy. Love, The Wuertley’s (Deloris, Ken & Sherry)

Chris Keenan

March 14, 2022

RIP Mark. You will be missed

Nancy & Lyle Miller

March 14, 2022

Sincere condolences in this difficult time. We'll say a prayer for all & may Mark rest in peace.

Chad Streeter

March 13, 2022

Mark was my best friend when I went to school in Oelwein. My condolences to the Ganske family at this time.

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