Mark passed away tragically Thursday, December 17, from injuries he sustained in an auto accident. Mark was a remarkable man who loved his wife Colette and cherished each of their five children. He will be forever missed.
Mark's family will be holding two services for those who would like to pay their respect and remember Mark:
For those in Denver, a viewing will be held Tuesday December 22, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints building located at 701 Oakwood Drive , Castle Rock, CO.
The funeral will be held Saturday, December 26th at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints building located 755 E Three Fountains Dr. (4850 South) Murray, UT (Mark's hometown). There will be a viewing from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Funeral will follow at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made for Mark and Colette's Children through an account that has been set up through Wells Fargo. Donations can be made 3 different ways:
"Mark Johnson Family Children Donation Account"
Call Wells Fargo Bank
1-800-869-3557
please reference account # 571 380 8482
or
Mail a check to:
Wells Fargo
29 S. Rio Grande Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(checks payable to Mark Johnson Family Children)
or
Go into any Wells Fargo Branch
Mark's family appreciates all the love and support from family and friends during this difficult time.
We're thinking of and praying for you all. We're here for you whatever you need!
ReplyDeleteWhat a blessing to know that Mark lived such a full, beautiful life in his short time here. I always think of him and Collette as "having it all together." They knew what was important in this life and seemed to always have their best foot forward. I didn't know him well, but I'll always remember laughing hysterically the few times I had the opportunity to be around him! What a gift he had in his sense of humor and helping others laugh at life.
With love,
The Cannons
We are so sorry for your loss. What an amazing man he was and what an amazing example he was to so many people. We are honored to have had the chance to know him and you all so well. He will be missed so much and we am so thankful we will have the chance to see him again.
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You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you so much, and can't imagine the loss you are feeling. Whatever you need, we are here. All our love--Luke and April
ReplyDeleteWe are so sorry for your loss. Mark was a kind, funny, honerable, man who loved his family very much. He will be missed every day. All our prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if there is anything we can do for you.
ReplyDeleteTom and Bridget Reilly
Mark was a very good man. His kind and generous spirit shone through every day to those of us who worked with him. We all cared deeply about Mark. I met his wife and family and they are all very wonderful people and such beautiful children. I wish you all the best going forward, through these difficult times and may God bless you all.
ReplyDeleteGlenn and Michelle Thomassen.
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are heavy for you all. We didn't know Mark well, but have enjoyed hearing about his fun personality and about his wonderful darling family. We love you Amy and Ben! We are here if you need anything.
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I went to high school with Mark and have fond memories with and of him. The greatest gifts Mark gave me are the gifts of respect and love. All these years later, I feel anew those beautiful love inspired gifts. May God and His angels attend to and carry Mark's wife and children.
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I love Mark! Collete and family we are so sorry for you tradgeic loss I have so many good memories of Mark. One was helping him put his Survivor try out video together:)What a fun expierence that was for me. He knows how to make you laugh more than anyone I know and even through trials keeps on smiling. Another great expierence I have with him is at my wedding. What a noble , honest , incredible man he is. I am grateful for the friendship that I have shared with him. We will continually be keeping all of you in our prayers. Thanks for the sweet memories and sorry again for your loss.
ReplyDeleteI was horribly shocked and deeply saddened to hear about the death of Mark. You have my most deeply felt condolence in these hard moments.
ReplyDeleteI met Mark during his visit to Spain, last March. I liked him from the very first minute. He was one of those guys that make life a better place. He was always happy and sharing happiness with everyone. He was always ready to help and collaborate. He enjoyed life and support others to do so. I will have a wonderful memory of him.
Dear Collette and family
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss. Mark was one of the most charismatic men I have ever met and the two of you together made the cutest couple. Although I was never able to meet your Children I can imagine your family unit was even more special. My love and prayers are with you at this time and in the coming months. May God by your strength.
Dawn (Eureka)
I too am both shocked and deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My heart-felt condolences to your and your family. My thoughts and prayers will certainly be with you.
ReplyDeleteI knew Mark from the SAP project at NuSkin. I'll never forget his genuine willingness to help others, to go the extra mile, and of courase all the laughs along the way. His sense of humor was a characteristic trademark! In the end, it was Mark who helped give me the courage to to leave the company and consult. Though we worked for different companies, we kept in touch over the years and always looked forward to his updates. He will be sorely missed. May the Lord bless you and your family during this painfully difficult time.
Rod Ririe, Orem UT
Collette: We are so sorry to hear of your family's loss. I am sure there are many, many people who have treasured memories of Mark which they reflect on now with a smile on their face, as we do. His wonderful sense of humor made him one of a kind. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Likewise, I am extremely saddened by the news of Mark’s passing. Many tears have been shed on behalf of a great friend and his family. Mark will be sorely missed. The passing of time may lessen the blow but we will never forget Mark’s contributions to enhance the lives of others.
ReplyDeleteMark Johnson was a man who had a knack for making others feel better through laughter. He had a talent for always seeing the best in any situation and turning lemons into lemonade. Stefany, the children and I feel grateful for Mark’s positive influence in our lives and are most grateful to call Mark, Colette and their children friends.
Mark was a precious gem – a loving father, husband and friend. Perhaps the most fitting compliment to pay Mark is that his tender treatment of Colette and their children motivated me to be a better husband and father. I appreciated the man that my children lovingly referred to as ‘Uncle Mark.’ My friend, may God watch over you and your family during this most trying time.
Brandon & Stefany Dean, Avondale AZ
Dear Collette,
ReplyDeleteWe are deeply saddened to hear of Mark's untimely passing. We are blessed to count your family as great friends and will fondly remember the good times we shared with you, Mark and your family. Mark was an incredible man whos contagious happiness and integrity influenced all who were lucky enough to know him. His life and example will not be forgotton. We love you and your eternal family. You are in our prayers.
Nick, Andrea, Abby, Hannah & Alex Madsen
Colette,
ReplyDeleteI was so saddened to hear of Marks untimely passing. I have been spending the last few days reflecting on my time with you and Mark at Nu Skin. Work was never work when the two of you were around. I loved working with him and admired the fun relationship you too had together as a couple. You guys were always such a good example to me and what I wanted my marriage to one day be like.
He will be missed. His humor was definitely one of a kind.
You and your darling little family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Natalie (Zobell) King
I wish we were with you Colette. Thank you so much for coming out to my reception last summer in Kansas. It was the last time we saw him. We are praying for you and thinking about your family.
ReplyDeleteDear Colette and children,
ReplyDeleteI was so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. We worked together at John's Manville in Denver '06 - '08. Mark was such a great person and definitely one of our team's funniest!! My heart just broke when I heard the news. Please know that you are in all our thoughts and prayers.... Diana Lafferty
I realize this is a year and a half late, I hope you see this Colette. It has been years since I have seen you guys, I was looking on Facebook to see if you have an account and when I did the search this blog came up. I am so sorry for your loss, I hope you and your family are doing ok. Mark is a great guy and I always looked up to him while we were at Nuskin, he always showed integrity and a great work ethic and a great sense of humor. I always felt a connection because of the having kids thing, it looks like you guys were able to have a great looking family. If you get time send us an email it would be great to reconnect with you. One of my favorite memories of Mark is when he sang a christmas song to us in his Santa Clause voice. It was great and it showed his personality.
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