Mark M. Pabst, age 62, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on June 11, 2023, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Mark’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the Dubuque Memorial Gardens Cemetery.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mark’s family.

Mark was born on July 25, 1960, in Des Moines, IA, a son to George L. and Beverly J. (Peterson) Beehler.  After high school, Mark went on to honorable serve his nation in the U.S. Army.  He was a drywall installer and finisher by trade and always enjoyed the freedom of being self-employed as well.  In his free-time, Mark was always up for a little trout fishing, especially if he could make some time to bait his hook at his favorite spot in Fountain Springs, IA.  He was also an avid Chicago Bulls fan, and also always enjoyed spending time with his fellow veterans at the Veterans Freedom Center where he could work on his next meticulously detailed woodworking project.  Mark always lived life on his terms and tried to make the most of each day he was given.  We will miss him very much and pray that the Lord will keep him and hold him safely in His grace-filled and loving arms until we all meet again.  Thank you, Mark, for the positive memories you leave behind and may peace now be yours as we face the days ahead without your physical presence within them.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Mark include,

his siblings,

Chet Pabst, Indiatlantic, FL,

and Chrystal Pabst, Indiatlantic, FL;

his nieces and nephew,

Nichole Opperman, Kortni Pabst, and Chase Pabst;

his step-daughter,

Libberty (Benjamin) Carr-Hines, Cedar Rapids, IA;

his step-grandchildren,

Raelynne Carr-Hines and Devin Brenke;

along with other extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents; and his dear companion, Lynne Carr.

Mark’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care of Mark and his family.  Your patience and gentleness helped to lift the heavy burden of these difficult days on our hearts and for that we are forever grateful.

Online condolences may be shared with Mark’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com