"Nancy, Angie and Family - You have been in my thoughts and prayers. ~Cindy "
In loving memory of
Mark Slack
January 26, 2010
Services for Mark Slack, 59, will be Saturday, January 30, 2010 at 10:30 AM at the Dallas Christian Church in Melcher-Dallas. Family will receive friends on Friday from 6 until 8 PM at the Pierschbacher Funeral Home in Melcher-Dallas. Memorials to Iowa Kid Sight.
Mark was born July 31, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa to Keith and Lois Edison Slack. He graduated from North High School in 1968 and attended Grandview College where he met his wife Nancy O'Donnell. They were married in Des Moines on November 16, 1971 and were blessed with three children: Angela, Jennifer, and Russ. Mark was employed as a Loss Control Safety Officer for Continental Western Insurance Company.
Mark enjoyed restoring old radios, playing the guitar and piano, and collecting Cleveland Indians memorabilia. However he was an avid Kansas City Royals fan. He also enjoyed being a ham radio operator, passing this hobby along to his children. He belonged to the Dallas Christian Church and to the Lions Club. He had a great sense of humor and loved telling fun stories and playing games with his children and family.
Mark passed away at his home on January 26, 2010. He was preceded in death by his mother Lois and a sister Cheryl. Surviving are his wife of 38 years Nancy; his father Keith Slack of Saylorville; children: Angela (Brian) Sarvis of Indianola, Jennifer (Paul) Abbott of Des Moines, and Russ (Lori) Slack of Urbandale; 3 grandchildren: Benjamin and Emily Sarvis, and Keaton Slack; a sister Julie Slack and niece Bella of Des Moines; and many relatives and friends.
Tributes
"I was greatly saddened to hear of Mark's passing, my deepest symphathy to you all. It's been years since we have seen each other but I remember with great fondness our family get-togethers (Naomi Kersey/Try was my mother) My thoughts are with you all in this time of loss, Jennifer Try Cardoza and family"
"Nancy, Was so sorry to read about Mark. I know it has been many years apart for us but often think of you. My heart hurts for your lost. Time will heal your broken heart. I send my deepest sympathy. Love, Dianna"
"My deepest sympathy to Dad Keith & to Wife Nancy and kids, grandkids & to sister Julie... I was surprised to hear about your loss...and mine too, I am the same age as Mark. I guess I am a 2nd cousin(? or 1st cousin once removed?) as my Mom Naomi was Keith's 1st cousin. It's been years since we all used to meet in Des Moines buy I still treasure those memories in my heart. May God's Grace & Love keep you all in your time of need & may you find comfort in each other's presence & love. We are all linked together in a long chain of life & I believe we will see him again on the other side...Karen "
"Although we may have been generations apart, you have and always will be very close in my heart. God called you away from us much too soon that day, I only wish you'd had more time to stay. The family you left behind is trying to understand, we know you are with the Lord now, walking hand in hand. I wish there had been more time to tell you so many things, it can be so devastating the sudden turn about life brings. We will do our best to remember all the good things you brought into our lives, and I know one day dear brother we will see you on the other side. Love you always, Julie Ann"
"My sympathies to the whole family and particularly to Jennifer Abbott. I would have come to the funeral today had I not been in NYC for my daughter's opera. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family during this most difficult time in your lives. Please don't worry about school on Monday. Carrie (and I, a little) are handling it. Continue to keep yourself focused on the things you need to do right now. With concern, care and friendship, Janis Bowden"
"We were saddened to hear of Mark's unexpected passing. Our thoughts are with Russ & Lori and your whole family. We pray your memories will ease your loss."
"Dear Slack family, We are members of an Adult Bible Fellowship with Jennifer and Paul at Valley Church. Our whole group is saddened by your families loss; but God's gain. May you feel His loving arms around you at this time and please know we are all on our knees praying for comfort and peace during your time of grief. Paul and Jennifer, you are in our thoughts and prayers. In Christ, Nevin and Janene Suddarth"
"I met the Slack family nearly 30 years ago through ham radio and liked all of them from the start. Mark has been a good friend for many years and I liked him and will miss him. My sincerest sympathies to the family. Don and Ruth Boyvey Des Moiones"
"Our deepest condolences go out to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's healing hand lay apon you during your time of pain; may you find inner piece and happiness."
"My deepest condolences to all of you. Thinking of you all. Take care."
"Our deepest condolences go out to the family of Mark. His talents did not go un-noticed and heaven will now be a safer place because of his presence. You are in our prayers. "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad time. Time heals and God comforts but memories are yours forever. Remember the good times and laugh. We are here if you need anything."
"Thirty-eight years was a great marriage. from your youth to the present day. The bond of marriage is forged from the heart and that love continues through the heart eternally. Our hearts and love are with you. Jack and Rosanne."
"Nancy, I am so terribly sorry. Even if my eyesight wasn't poor, I think I would still have trouble connecting names and faces. Mark was an exception for me. Our paths crossed seldom, but his voice and smile were etched in my mind. We are all examples in how we live our lives. Mark was a good one, and I'll miss him. "
"Nancy - We were so shocked & saddened with the news of Mark's death. We still think about the different Lions Club Meetings with Mark as Pres.and his story telling with his dry sense of humor! Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Love, Rod & Pixie"
"Dear Mrs. Slack and Family: I was a former Kemper coworker of Mark's in Bloomington, MN. I was very saddened to hear of his very untimely passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Sincerely, RoseAnn Bartels"
"Nancy and family, Our hearts have been heavy with sadness for you since we got the news yesterday. Prayers and lots of love to all of you. Through Jesus Christ, we can all conquer death. That is the one comfort I take when I lose someone near me. Girl Scout Troop #518 also sends their love and condolences to Nancy, and especially their sister Girl Scout, Emily. God Bless You."
"We are sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We send our sympathy. May you feel God's hand upon your shoulder at this time, and feel peace and His Love. Our prayers are with you. Lion Ivan and Elsie "
"I worked with Marc at Maryland Casualty in the 70's and then we met up again at CWG. Marc hadn't changed a bit. Still that keen sense of humor. Never afraid to laugh at him self or to share a good story. Marc did many of my loss control reports and was always there to lend a helping hand. He will be missed. I was fortunate to have worked with Marc. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with you all."