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Mark Wayne Johnson, 53, of Longville, passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.

Mark was born July 20, 1958 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to William and Dolly (Bjelland) Johnson, Jr. Following his graduation from Northland High School in Remer he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After his four years of service he was honorably discharged in July of 1980 and returned to Longville where he worked for his family's construction business. On October 9, 1981 he married Carol Luckeroth in St. Cloud, and they continued living in Longville where they raised their two children, Christine and Nicholas.

In 1987 they purchased, and began operating Longville Septic Service, and subsequently started MCN Excavating which they operated until his health did not permit him to continue. Mark was a very talented and intelligent man. He was a self taught computer programmer, and designed several sewer system programs, one of which was used by Cass County.

He enjoyed hunting, could fix anything, and used his carpentry skills in building their home. Mark was very proud of his children and grandchildren, and was actively involved in his son's Motocross Racing. He gave to others unselfishly, and lived life with a good natured attitude. Most of all he will be remembered as a great husband,dad, and grandfather.

Mark is survived by his wife Carol , children; Christine (Billy) Nihart, Nicholas Johnson, grandchildren; Ryley and Carsyn Nihart, mother, Dolly Johnson, sister, Barb Johnson, mother-in-law Betty Luckeroth, sister-in-law Nancy (Ray) Halupczok, nieces Angie Surber, Katie (Ryan) Neuman, nephew Scott (Tessa) Halupczok, great nieces and nephews; Kylee Neuman, Emma Halupczok, Tucker Mosberger and Tanner Neuman.

He was preceded in death by his father William "Bill" Johnson, Jr., father-in-law Lavern Luckeroth, maternal Grandparents Theodore and Anna Bjelland, and paternal Grandparents William and Iola Johnson, Sr.

A Memorial service will be held 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 1, 2011 at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Longville with Father Joseph Sirba officiating. There will be a gathering for family and friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Prior to the Inurnment at Riverside Cemetery, military honors will be provided by the Sherman Yochum VFW Post #772 of Longville.

The Dennis Funeral Home of Longville assisted the family in making service arrangements. Share on-line condolences at www.dennisfuneralhome.com[[In-content Ad]]

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