Mark Mike Klotovich

Mark Mike Klotovich, our black-haired Bingham, Hyland Boy “bohonk,” Dad, born in Bingham Canyon August 7, 1915, passed away December 31, 2008 returning to his eternal partner, Mary Mitchell Klotovich. Papa Mark stood as a tall tree and was the best there ever was; noted for his stoic ability to recognize what was needed for family and friends. Papa Mark never yielded or wavered as a man of integrity. Striding through life’s trials like a man was his mantra- - no wind blew strong enough to break his tall tree.

Mark married Mary on May 29, 1937 later solemnized in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on January 28, 1955. Mark and Mary’s sixty-six year marriage was bound in love for their family, helping anyone in need along the way. Dad graduated from Jordan High School, attended the University of Utah, worked for Drazich Trucking, hard rock miner, welder and owner of Mark’s Service & Grocery, and retired from Jordan School District.

Mark was an avid boxing fan and attended numerous athletic events and enjoyed the Utah Jazz. He loved the outdoor activities that included hunting, boating, fishing, stock car racing with friends and family, and was also well known for his great sense of humor.

Preceded in death by his father, mother, Dan and Anna Klotovich, wife, Mary, sisters; Louise Drazich and Mary Wall, and brother, John.

Survived by his children, Mark Jr. (Elaine), Maureen (Wesley) Bateman, M. Joe, and Annette; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2009 at Jenkins-Soffe South Valley, 1007 W. South Jordan Parkway (10600 So.) where a. visitation for friends and family will be held from 12:00-2:00 pm. Interment will be at Redwood Memorial Estates.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be directed to Fullmer’s Boxing Gym in Mark’s name c/o Don Fullmer, 9400 South 2200 West, South Jordan, Utah 84095.

Special thanks from the family to Dr. David Zachkrison, personal physician, Dr. Dar,
Dr. Goldberg and JVMC Med. Surg Staff. Also thanks to Sunbrook Hospice, Brother Charles Rappleye, Bishop Miller, and neighbors for their care and support of our beloved father.