In Memory Of
Mark Alan Murren
1959
2022
Mark Alan Murren
November 1, 1959 — December 13, 2022
Mark A. Murren, 63, Topeka, passed away Tuesday December 13, 2022.
Mark was born November 1, 1959 in Topeka, the son of Asa and Ida Louise (Bleidissel) Murren. He attended Seaman Schools.
Mark attended TARC Day Services program for most of his adult life. He enjoyed participating in the many activities and events with his peers. In 2019, Mark received TARC's Perseverance and Personal Growth Award, recognizing the many obstacles that had been thrown at him, yet he continued to improve and strive to move forward.
In 2021, Mark moved to Exploring Life's residential program where he was well cared for and enjoyed the family environment they created. He had two special roommates who looked out for him and a caring owner and staff that provided for all his daily needs.
Mark loved all things Elvis (especially his music), Mickey Mouse, Christmas, Santa Claus, The Grinch, participating in Special Olympics, traveling with his family (from Alaska to Florida and most states in between), swimming, splashing and jet skiing at the lake, roller coasters, go carts and watching his favorite TV shows from his younger days growing up. While Mark's later years prevented him from enjoying many of these activities, these activities were a huge part of his adventurous zest for life.
Survivors include his sister, Bev (Kurt) Lawson; niece, Rachel (Robby) Sachs; nephews, Kevin (Jaclyn) Lawson, Steven (Andrea) Lawson, and Cody Lawson; and 4 great-nieces and nephews Delaney, Kaylee, Everett and Kinlee.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents Lloyd and Maxine Bleidissel; Asa and Hazel Murren; Lora Mae and William Kekar; brother, David Murren and great-nephew Barrett Sachs.
A Celebration of Mark's Life will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December 19, 2022 at the Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota. Burial will follow at the Topeka Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 18th.
Memorial contributions may be made to TARC, 2701 SW Randolph Avenue, Topeka, KS 66611.
The family would like to thank the following for the outstanding care they gave Mark and the support provided to the family: TARC Day Services, Exploring Life Residential, Dr. Holmes and his nurse Kathy, Dr. Bhurtel, the IR Staff at Stormont Vail and Mark's special friend and caregiver, Sincere.
To leave a special message for Mark's family, or share a special memory of Mark, visit the guestbook below.
Mark's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click Here to view the service.
Mark was born November 1, 1959 in Topeka, the son of Asa and Ida Louise (Bleidissel) Murren. He attended Seaman Schools.
Mark attended TARC Day Services program for most of his adult life. He enjoyed participating in the many activities and events with his peers. In 2019, Mark received TARC's Perseverance and Personal Growth Award, recognizing the many obstacles that had been thrown at him, yet he continued to improve and strive to move forward.
In 2021, Mark moved to Exploring Life's residential program where he was well cared for and enjoyed the family environment they created. He had two special roommates who looked out for him and a caring owner and staff that provided for all his daily needs.
Mark loved all things Elvis (especially his music), Mickey Mouse, Christmas, Santa Claus, The Grinch, participating in Special Olympics, traveling with his family (from Alaska to Florida and most states in between), swimming, splashing and jet skiing at the lake, roller coasters, go carts and watching his favorite TV shows from his younger days growing up. While Mark's later years prevented him from enjoying many of these activities, these activities were a huge part of his adventurous zest for life.
Survivors include his sister, Bev (Kurt) Lawson; niece, Rachel (Robby) Sachs; nephews, Kevin (Jaclyn) Lawson, Steven (Andrea) Lawson, and Cody Lawson; and 4 great-nieces and nephews Delaney, Kaylee, Everett and Kinlee.
He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents Lloyd and Maxine Bleidissel; Asa and Hazel Murren; Lora Mae and William Kekar; brother, David Murren and great-nephew Barrett Sachs.
A Celebration of Mark's Life will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December 19, 2022 at the Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota. Burial will follow at the Topeka Cemetery. The family will greet friends at the funeral home from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 18th.
Memorial contributions may be made to TARC, 2701 SW Randolph Avenue, Topeka, KS 66611.
The family would like to thank the following for the outstanding care they gave Mark and the support provided to the family: TARC Day Services, Exploring Life Residential, Dr. Holmes and his nurse Kathy, Dr. Bhurtel, the IR Staff at Stormont Vail and Mark's special friend and caregiver, Sincere.
To leave a special message for Mark's family, or share a special memory of Mark, visit the guestbook below.
Mark's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time. Click Here to view the service.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Mark Alan Murren, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Sunday, December 18, 2022
4:00 - 6:00 pm (Central time)
Dove Cremations & Funerals - Southeast
Service
Monday, December 19, 2022
Starts at 10:30 am (Central time)
Dove Cremations & Funerals - Southeast
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