Mark Alan Garretson - May 7, 2016 - Obituary

We must go when we are called. Not negotiable. No second guess. ... To Chelsea, Clay, Rochelle: What Mark gave you will be your comfort. Our prayers for you in your grief now and as you travel ahead with his gifts. Walk tall. ... To Jerry, Jeanie, Kent, Aunt Virginia: Mark reflected your true love and passed it on freely in so very many ways. Peace be with you now. ... Mark's many cousins (Bunch, Grismore, Mumma, Bower and more) grieve with you, send you comfort and pray for your living with Joy!

Posted by Margo Mumma - Minnetonka, MN May 13, 2016

To the family of Mark. Words cannot express the grief you are going thru right now. My wife Angie and I met Mark who helped us find our new home in Centerville. We met with Mark a few times and he had taken us thru our first walk thru of our new home. Such a hardworking and genuine guy. We are so shocked and saddened by his untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time. We know his spirit will continue to be with us as we work on our new house he helped us find. R.I.P Mark till we meet again. Heaven has gained another angel to watch over us.

Posted by Ted Smith - Coralville, IA - Acquaintance May 13, 2016

I am very sorry to read of the loss of Mark. I was a teacher of one of his children.

Sincerely,

Richard H. Keilig Jr.

Posted by Richard Keilig Jr. - Centerville, IA - Teacher May 12, 2016

Mark will never be forgotten. I know I'll always look over at the house expecting to see that grin on his face and waiting for a comment what ever it might be. I won't see him now but I know he will be there. See you again someday.
Julie

Posted by Julie Snyder - Bloomfield, IA - Neighbor May 12, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about this tragedy! My thoughts and prayers go out for you. [I am a distant cousin; my maternal grandmother, Arabella Lowe Murphy, was daughter of John Lowe]

Posted by Karen Zeck - Knoxville, IA - Family May 12, 2016

I remember Mark and 2 of his buddies bought me as "a slave" in slave auction during Freshman Initiation of my high school career in Seymour. Being best friends with Kent, Mark kept an eye on me to make sure the ruff housing never got to harsh. He always looked out for me as if I was a younger brother too.

Posted by Graham Noble - Shawnee, KS - Friend May 11, 2016

It is still unbelievable that Mark is gone. He will be truly missed - I was so looking forward to having Mark as my President of the South East Regional Board of REALTOR in a couple of years. Mark really cared about our industry, he only wanted the best for our profession and the same for the buyers and sellers. I will always think of Mark as one of the good guys in a white hat on my team. May you rest in peace dear friend. To the Garettson family, may you cherish your memories I'm sure there are many until you meet again.

Posted by Barbara Kerr - Burlington, IA - Coworker May 11, 2016

I was so shocked and saddened upon hearing of Mark's passing. I only knew him for a short time as a fellow member of the Southeast Iowa Regional Board of Realtors. Mark was such a great guy and so easy to work with. He will be sorely missed by everyone in our regional board.

My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends.

Sincerely,

Diane Kroll
Burlingtone

Posted by Diane Kroll - Burlington, IA - Coworker May 10, 2016

I'm so sorry to heard about Mark !!

Posted by Marisela Sanchez - Friend May 10, 2016

So sorry to hear. I got to know Mark through real estate meetings. RIP Mark and may God comfort your family.

Posted by Maggie Popson - Des Moines, IA - Acquaintance May 09, 2016

Rochelle,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you! !!

Posted by Lisa Garrett Hugen May 09, 2016

Thoughts and Prayers for the family

Posted by Harold and Twyla Hulme - Centerville, IA - Friend May 09, 2016

Chelsea and Clay my God be with you and give you strength. The pain is all to real. One day at a time kids, sometimes one minute at a time. You are loved❤

Posted by Nickole Archer - Centerville, IA - Family May 09, 2016

Chelsea and family,
My condolences on this tragic loss.
May you find peace and comfort with the support from each other during this difficult time.
Prayers and Hugs,
Sheila Mattly

Posted by Sheila Mattly - Corydon, IA - Coworker May 09, 2016

You have my deepest sympathy on the death of Mark. I was able to get to know him in 2015 - present time as a fellow member on the Southeast Iowa Regional Board of Realtors. I admired his enthusiasm and candor when representing the Rathbun area realtors. He was a hard worker and always had a lot to contribute to our process of starting and directing a large regional board. I will greatly miss him at our upcoming meetings and will always be reminded of how short life can be.

Karen Converse

Posted by Karen Converse - Oskaloosa, IA - Coworker May 09, 2016

So very sorry for your loss Rochelle. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Posted by Sherri Guiter - Bloomfield, IA - Friend May 09, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was a great guy and I really enjoyed working with him on the Regional Board. He was a true professional and made going to meetings fun.

Tim Peevler

Posted by Tim Peevler - Keokuk, IA - Acquaintance May 09, 2016

I still can't believe this, Mark was a great guy & obviously touched many people's lives, I hadn't seen him much lately but the last time I did he came up to me & we talked just like we had seen each other yesterday, I will never forget that & all the goofy things he did way back when. My heart aches for Chelsea, Clay & the rest of his family & friends. Rest in peace Mark.

Posted by Robin Bennett - Holt, MO - Friend May 09, 2016

So sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers to you all!

Posted by Jan Townsend - Bloomfield, IA - Friend May 09, 2016

In memory of your loved one and with sympathy in your loss.
May you find comfort in your great memories.

Posted by Karen Burns Mattly - Corydon, IA May 09, 2016

So sorry for Mark's family of their loss, he will forever be missed.

Posted by Marion & Jane Zemo - Centerivlle, IA - Friend May 09, 2016

Mark I will always remember you as a great friend, wonderful father and a very Loyal Person. Keep in touch from Above! You will be Truly be Misses. Rest In Peace!

Posted by Deanna Varese - Friend May 09, 2016

I am writing this with a very heavy heart as today I realize a very dear friend has been taken away. Words cannot say what he meant to me and all of his family. Mark will be missed by many and will be forever in our hearts. Thank you Mark for being there for me. You will be forever loved. My deepest sympathy goes to Clay, Chelsea, Rochelle, Kent and his parents. Rest in peace Mark.

Posted by Marlys Ragan - Moravia, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

So very sorry. I enjoyed working with Mark. He was a great person.

Posted by Madeline Cummins - Ankeny, IA May 08, 2016

Chelesa I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family and this saddened time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Thinking of you
Reggie & Debbie VanDyne

Posted by Debra VanDyne - Centerville, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

Thoughts and prayers! Mark was an amazing guy and will be deeply missed.

Posted by Haley Cowan - Cincinnat, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

I am praying for strength and comfort for all of Marks family and friends. He will be missed .

Posted by Janet Demry - Centerville, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

Chelsea and family, I am so sad to hear and see the reports of Mark's death. Please know that I will be thinking of you all in the coming days.

Posted by Dianne Strickler - springville, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

God bless the family with comfort. My heart aches. The world will miss Mark so much. He was a great person and I'm so glad the I was able to know him.

Posted by Barb Melvin - Centerville, IA - Friend May 08, 2016

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