Mark Hentges
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On October 17, 2016 @ 9:16 am In 2016,Obituaries | 65 Comments
Mark Edmund Hentges was born on September 2, 1963 in New Prague, MN to parents Wilfred and Esther (Hennen) Hentges. The youngest of six children growing up on the family farm, he quickly learned the characteristics of hard work, dedication and devotion. From a young age, Mark’s life was centered on following in his father’s footsteps. By working the land and tending to the animals as a farmer. Due to Wilfred’s health, he found himself taking over the farming operations during Mark’s high school years. He never minded the challenge, for Mark loved being a farmer.
Attending Jordan High School, Mark did find some spare time to enjoy his passion of wrestling. Graduating in 1982 from Jordan, he returned to helping his parents on the farm. In 1985, Mark met the love of his life, Renee Mary Pass. On September 18, 1987, at the Church of St. Mary in Shakopee, they declared their love to one another. As a young couple, Mark and Renee bought the farm from his parents and began a new generation of farmers. In the same house he was raised, Mark and Renee were blessed with five children, Timothy, Travis, Thomas, Samantha and Trevor.
In 2003, the Hentges family sold the milk cows, but continued to work the land and raise beef cattle. Mark started working for Progressive Rail, operating a front end loader until 2008. He then took his operating skills to Dem Con Companies in Shakopee, where he was currently working.
Besides farming, Mark to enjoyed collecting Tonka trucks. He appreciated taking the long way home in his old red pickup, checking out all of the crops. Mark’s greatest passion was his family. He was deeply devoted and loved his wife, Renee. Mark relished deer hunting and fishing with his sons. He loved the special language shared with daughter, Sam. Mark treasured cheering on all of his children in their school sporting activities and time spent on the snowmobiles. Each one of the children, had their own special relationship with Mark. His life was truly enriched in 2015, with the birth of his grandson, Emmitt. They were best friends and enjoyed each other’s company.
Mark’s lovable, caring and compassionate heart touched so many lives. He had this special way to empower his family and others around him.
Travis Michael Hentges was welcomed into the arms of his parents, on December 13, 1990, in Shakopee, MN. The second born, he was the only child that sported white blonde hair for many years. As a young boy, Travis too followed in his father’s footsteps. He truly loved farming, especially when there was equipment to be operated. Working side by side with his dad, Travis always hoped to be a fulltime farmer, someday.
Attending Jordan High School, Travis too followed in his father’s path of wrestling. When it worked into the schedule, he also enjoyed playing football and baseball. In 2010, Travis graduated for Jordan High School. He furthered his education at Dakota County Technology College. Here, he earned his degree as a diesel mechanic. However, Travis turned his skills to welding and building projects for Mid-County Fabrication.
Again, just like this father, Travis too loved the outdoors hunting and fishing with family. In more recent years, he even dabbled in trapping. Travis applied his mechanic skills to working and riding on his motorcycles and snowmobiles. But we all know, Travis’ pride and joy was his truck and second was the combine. These were his babies. On December 31, 2013, Travis became a homeowner, just down the street from his parents. In more recent months, Travis valued the relationship he shared with Samantha McCarthy. They gave each other hope.
Travis was a young man with a tremendous and big heart. He always greeted you with a big happy smile and soothing heart. Travis was kind, caring, determined, hardworking and a compassionate gentle giant. Small children were always drawn to him. They would see Travis and melt over him, for it did not matter the child.
On Sunday, morning, October 16, 2016, Mark and Travis walked hand and hand towards heaven, from a farming accident. They gave the ultimate gift of donating their body to help save others.
The legacy of Mark and Travis will continued to be lived on in those who deeply loved them and forever will miss their presence; wife/mother, Renee; children/siblings, Tim (Sara), Tom, Sam, Trevor; grandson/ nephew, Emmitt; parents-in-law/grandparents, Harold and Mary Ellen Pass; Mark’s siblings, Billy (Gloria), Ken (Lyda), Paul (Marilyn), Mary (Mike) Simon; countless loving relatives and devoted friends.
They were preceded in death by Mark’s parents, Wilfred and Esther Hentges; brother and uncle, Bob Hentges; niece and cousin, Rachel Simon.
All of the services will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 210 North Broadway, Jordan, MN. The family will greet guests on Friday, October 21 from 3-8 pm and on Saturday, October 22, from 9-10:30 am, with a Mass of Christian Burial held at 11 am. Father Erik Lundgren will preside. Mark and Travis will be laid to rest at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Jordan, MN. Memorials can be made to the family through the Home Town Bank in Jordan, MN
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My heart is heavy with sadness as I think about the loss of Mark and Travis. Your lives will never be the same, and for that I am truly sorry. Our community will never be the same either. It is impossible to measure the impact the two have had on other lives, but it has been great. Their kindness, decency and hard work will be missed. Praying for strength and comfort for your family as you face your loss.
Our hearts our breaking for you all, we will truly miss them and their kind presence. Praying for some sort of peace and comfort for you all.
Much love to you all
The Allens
Our hearts are filled with sadness and we are so very sorry for your loss. Words don’t seem appropriate at a time like this, but please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers each and every moment. Mark and Travis will be remembered for how they lived each and every day. May God Bless all of you.
Martha, Greg, Matt and Eric Reger
Renee and Family,
I want you to know that your whole Jordan School family is thinking of you and praying for you and your family. My husband and children are also shocked and saddened for your loss.
We are all grieving with you and can not believe the loss that your family and our community has to endure.
We will be here for you now and in the months ahead.
My kitchen staff want you to know they are praying for you, especially your friends in the high school kitchen.
Bless you and your family,
Andrea , Mike, Andrew, Adrianna and Austin Schaak
Hentges Family:
So shocked and saddened by this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Krugers: Joe, Sheryl, Jordan and Kenzie
A great loss. You never ran across Mark without a smile on his face and a friendly greeting, no doubt Travis was much like him. We will miss him.
Renee and family, we are sorry for your losses, you have been and will be in our prayers.
God bless,
Laurie and Warren Goldman.
Renee and family….
We are so sorry for your loss. If there is something I can do to help out, or cover something for you, don’t hesitate to ask..
Jerry L.
Renee and family:
I was so shocked and saddened when I learned of the tragic accident that Mark and Travis were in. Words cannot express how sorry I am to hear of your loss. I remember my mom and myself sewing your bridesmaid dresses for your lovely wedding. I can still picture what they look like. You, your family and Marks brothers and sister are in my prayers and you all have my condolences.
Mark was such an amazing guy! Always the first to help, teach, joke and smile. His work ethic was second to none. He taught me so much in the years we worked together. He will be sorely missed. Condolences to the entire Hentges family!
Hi I am sad for the loss you have suffered. I want you to know you are on our minds and in our prayers. May God bless and hold you in this time of loss and confusion.
Renee and family,
There are no words to express how sorry for your loss we are, Prayers and love,
Arne and Jerilyn Benson
Renee, my heart goes out to you and your family. May you find peace in your memories and the love you had for Mark. May God hold you tight as you handle all that comes your way. Love to you all. Prayers for peace and hugs for strength.
Kenny and Kim Tieben
Your family will forever be in my thoughts and prayers, please accept my deepest condolences. I’ve never known a stronger bond between family memebers that displays unconditional love as yours. My family is here for whatever you might need, anytime day or night.
I would do anything for this not to be true. Such a tragic loss to an amazing family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of need.
Steve, Lori and Shauna
Renee and family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeanne Marnoff
Renee and family,
Although I did not know Mark and Travis personally, it is evident in the respectful young man Trevor has been on the St Patrick ball team that this family is very special. So sorry for your loss. You will always be in my prayers.
Renee,
My heart goes out to you and your family, Mark was a great guy, and Travis was always a very thoughtful young man and friend to Tyler. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
The Glynn’s: Mary, Ashley, Tyler, and Logan
My heart is heavy after hearing the news of this tragedy. Renee and family you have my. Dry deepest sympathy. I pray that you will be surrounded with love, support and God in the surrounding days, weeks, months and years. I pray that your strength and your faith will help carry you through this most difficult time. All of our love Colleen , Danika, Katy, Hannah and Todd.
Words can’t express the deep sadness we feel for your loss. Mark and Travis were such kind and loving people and will be missed terribly. May God be with your family as you grieve your loved ones. You are in our hearts and prayers.
I’m Ashley Wormers Grandmother. I’m so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Renee and Family,
No words can describe how sorry we are for your loss!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
The Trutnau Family
Christy, Kallie, Cody, Casey and Kortney
Renee and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family during this painful period. There are no words that can begin to provide comfort and solace, but know that even those who are not close there personally are thinking of you and your family.
Lauren and Sid Pedersen
Renee, I worked overnights at Target with you long ago, and I remember asking you “how do you do it all?” and you always spoke about your family with such a genuine pride and happiness. I am so sorry for your enormous loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Renee, I am so sorry for your loss.Praying that the good Lord will send you and your family relief and comfort in these very difficult times. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Renee and family,
You have our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers.
Mecque, Sam, Jenna Leonard
Our hearts are hurting for you. Mark was such a kind man, always with a smile. Travis was much like him! May all the love surrounding you help you find comfort. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna and Tim Will
Renee and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your family’s loss. Our hearts are broken, and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Though I didn’t know Mark or Travis well, as I speak to others in the community, I hear over and over again what fine, hard-working men they were. Our deepest sympathies.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Very sorry for your loss. The St. Patrick baseball family is here for you Trevor and family.
Dear Renne, Didn’t know you personally, but my Daughter Ann Marie spoke very highly of you when she worked with you at The Suds Seller quite a few years ago, she told me that you were Very Sweet and Nice. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family in the loss of Husband and Son. I am sure they were as Nice and Kind as you are.
You will both be dearly missed. I have been blessed to have had the Hentges family as my neighbors for over 25 yrs. I will think of both of you every night on my walks.What a huge loss, but both are beginning a new life in heaven now. My condolences to Renee and the family.you are all in my prayers. God bless. John Benecke.
Renee and family – We are so deeply sorry for your loss. No words can express our thoughts.
Our prayers are with you all. We pray that you are given the strength to get through this difficult time. Let us know if we can help.
Renee and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss and the tradgedy of this all. Two very hard-working and beloved people will continue to be in our prayers. Know that your friends, family and community are here to support you. Bless you all; we’re praying for you.
Koenig family: Tom, Shari, Ashley, Andrew and Madison
Renee and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May God bless you all and know that part of Mark and Travis will always be with you.
Nohner Family- Roger, Nancy, Katelynn, Kim, Kristin, and Jacob
Renee, Words cannot express the grief the Jordan community is feeling, Our Thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones at this time!! So Sorry for your loss, know we are praying for comfort and guidance from above for you and your family
James,
Carol and Jennifer Sconberg
My dearest Renee and family,
I want you to know that my heart hurts for you. Have been praying to help you get through this tragedy. My deepest sympathy, and God Bless all of you. RIP Mark and Travis
Love, Jean Newton
Renee – we are so deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers.
Theresa and John Link
Dear Renee and family,
I’m so sorry for your huge loss of husband and son. Words can not express the grief everyone is feeling but nothing compares to your loss. May God bless you and give you some comfort in the dark days ahead, let God be your light!
Susan Cole
Dear Renee and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May Jesus wrap his arms around you at this difficult time. Hugs and prayers!
Dear Renee and family,
So incredibly sorry for your loss!!! Please reach out if you need anything…you have a large community of people who will be there if needed!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you hold your memories close to your heart.
Although I haven’t seen Mark since High school, I remember him as being such a kind and thoughtful person. Sounds like that never changed. I am so sorry for your family’s terrible loss. You are in my prayers.
So very sorry for your loss. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michelle, Christian and Mercedes Zappetillo
Renee, We have been praying for all of you since hearing the news. There are no words to comfort you, just know we are here for you always. Please let us know if we can do anything to help.
I’ve lost touch since the days at JHS. Nevertheless, I will not forget the mild – mannered respectful, soft spoken friend Mark was to so many who had a class or two with him.
May God carry you all through this unexpected and most difficult journey.
Renee and family,
We were so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts
and prayers.
Love and prayers to each of you. Mark and Travis were loved by so many and may the wonderful memories you have of them both, this help to heal your hearts. Loss is never a n easy road to travel but God you can make it through and find joy in your hearts again.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. May God hold you in his arms and comfort you. Take comfort in knowing they are now watching over you from heaven and you will meet again one day. Cherish the memories!
Renee and family:
So very sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories of your life together
sustain you through this most difficult time.
Jodi Magnuson (Dornburg)
Renee and family,
There are no words right now that can be expressed to convey our thoughts and help to make this any better. Know that we are holding you all close to our hearts and you are in our thoughts. Praying for peace and comfort for all of you!
The Brieses
Chad, Heather, Cami, and Josh
Renee and family. We are so saddend by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Patty San-Dunn and Brent Dunn
You and your family are in our heartfelt, loving thoughts and prayers, Rene. May the memories and the support of our community be of some help to you at this unbelievably difficult time.
Ellie & Joe Pekarna
Renee & Family,
I’m not sure what the right words are at such a tragic time as this. I just know many thoughts and prayers are being offered up and I hope they’re bringing you some sense of peace and comfort. This community is here for you and will be in the difficult times ahead.
Deepest sympathies ,
Tammy Will
Our sympathies during this most difficult time.
Dave Thieschafer family
Renee, there is so much I want to say, but don’t have the words. We are sending you and your family hugs and prayers and will continue to do so every day.
Love you,
Lisa & Tim Velishek
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where the Angels sing.
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Renee,
What we wouldn’t give to throw a coupla hundred bales with Mark and Trav right now.
Love, Truly,
the Lowe’s
I still remember wrestling with Mark in the old gym, one tough guy with a smile on his face. He was one of the happiest kids and later man I ever had the luck tohave met and why not, he has a great family.
My sincere sympathy and thoughts go out to his wife and entire family.
God speed Mark and Travis watch out for us from up there.
Renee and family…I can not express how saddened I am for your great loss. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Hold tight to each other.
Tim and Sara,
My heart goes out to you both. I was saddened to hear of the passing of your brother and father. I wish you and your family peace during this time of sorrow.
With Sympathy,
Scott Cassidy
Renee and Family,
I’m sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Mark and Travis. In the days and months ahead, the memories your family shares will no doubt bring pain and tears. As time goes on, those memories will bring comfort and sometimes even laughter as you recall events and the little things that made Mark and Travis unique in the ways they touched all of your lives.
My thoughts are with all of you as you lay Mark and Travis to rest to tomorrow.
Carol (Kochlin) Dopudja
Dear Renée and family- all of you are in my daily thoughts and prayers. So very sorry for your losses. In the days to come may you feel the tender loving care of God as he surrounds you with hope, healing and guidance. With deepest sympathy.
Mary Bendzick
A poem that has given me comfort after my husband died in a farming accident 17 years ago.
Final Harvest
by Barbara W. Weber
He was bound to the land from the day of his birth
His roots anchored in the fertile earth
Nurtured, sustained, by the soil he grew
And his life, like his furrows, ran straight and true.
In faith, each spring, he planted the seeds
In hope, to reap his family’s needs
With patience, he waited for the harvest to come
To gather the fruits of his labor home
Ever turning seasons, the years sped past
Til the final harvest came at last
Then claimed anew by beloved sod
He was gathered home to be with God.
With deepest sympathy.
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Renee, Tim, Trevor, Sam and Tommy
We are so very sorry for your loss. I found this quote today and thought it was so beautiful…
“What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget”
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Chip, Paulette, Alex and Caitlin