"I was Marks neighbor for many years. Always known him as the kind hardworking man that worked the fireworks stand in the Fareway parking lot during summer months and working at TC Maes. Will surely miss him being around and saying hi in passing. Send my condolences to the family."
In loving memory of
Mark Shivers
August 23, 1966 - February 13, 2022
Mark A. Shivers, 55, of Fort Dodge, passed away on Sunday, February 13, 2022.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday February 26th at 11:00 AM at Laufersweiler Funeral Home. Burial will follow at North Lawn Cemetery with Military Rites Conducted by the V.F.W. Post 1856 and the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Visitation will be on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Laufersweiler Funeral Home.
Mark Allen Shivers was born on August 23, 1966, in Fort Dodge, Iowa to the late James and Tommie Mae Shivers. He was raised in Fort Dodge, where he graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High School in 1984. Mark then served in the U.S. Navy as a Machinist Mate until his honorable discharge in 1988, when he returned to Fort Dodge. Mark held jobs at USG and as a construction worker. Mark started his family and all three of his children were raised in Fort Dodge. Prior to Mark's passing, he worked many years as a driver for Mark's Auto Mart. He was also a business partner with his brother, Ira, at T.C. Mae's Family Diner until 2020. In 2018, Mark obtained his Associate of Arts degree in Human Services from Iowa Central Community College. Most recently, he was finishing his last semester of classes to obtain bachelor's degrees in Human Services and Criminal Justice from Buena Vista University.
Kind-hearted, giving, loving, friend, and mentor are just some of the words that describe who Mark was to those who were able to experience his presence and infectious smile. Mark had a deep love for many things including sports, helping others and most importantly his family and friends. He often spent weekends rooting for his beloved New York Giants or Alabama teams; you would often hear him yell, "ROLL TIDE!". Aside from football, he was traveling the state of Iowa promoting and attending MMA fights, having a front row seat at most. Mark was known by most as a man who was selfless, and who thrived on giving to others. He was committed to making this community a better place by holding many events to give back including Community Thanksgiving and Christmas gift baskets each year. He had a love and passion for giving and was the biggest supporter of so many; most likely you have a story or two of his generosity and uplifting words. Above all, nothing was more important to Mark than his family; he was a loving and loyal father, grandpa, brother, and uncle. Mark will be deeply missed by all who knew him, loved him and were impacted by his generosity.
Survivors include his daughter Jayne (Cory) Bartrom of Wesley, IA, son Devontae Shivers of Fort Dodge, daughter Marzia Shivers of Fort Dodge, three grandchildren Avery, Ariya, and Mavryck, siblings Florence Shivers, Billy Shivers (Barbara), Wynetta Brown, Michael Shivers, Joelaine Al-Hameed (Hammad), Dartonya Shivers (Rhonda), Ira Shivers (Jenny), Dixie Smith (Vern), Sheldon Shivers and Katario Roby.
He is preceded in death by his mother Tommie Mae Shivers; father Rev. James Shivers; Grandparents: M.P and Charlie Mae Brown, R.C and Ethel Shivers, Tom Culpepper; and siblings Floyd Shivers and Melanie Gaye Seward.
The family of Mark Shivers would like to express their gratitude for the expressions of sympathy during this time. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the discretion of the family.
Tributes
"Mark was a kind and thoughtful 4th graders. Even years later each time we saw each other he would stop to talk. That smile always made me happy. I loved Mark and am so saddened by his passing. "
"May our loving Lord Jesus Christ keep His arms wrapped tightly around you all during this very difficult and tragic time. Much, much love, Kathy Powell"
"My condolences to the family,, I?m saddened by my friends passing. Gonna miss you bro!"
"It is still hard to accept you are gone Mark.Such a caring, loving person and always has a big hug every time he seen me. The community has lost a great man,who was so good for Fort Dodge.Fly high my friend. GOD Bless You All?????"
"Sorry for ur lost n mark was a great guy. He will b missed by all. "
"Amazing friend and amazing human being. Always dressed up as Madea on Halloween. He always could make anyone laugh on a bad day "
"Mark was an amazing friend and an inspiration to me and so many others. When my Father passed away back in 2018 he and his family were right there helping, encouraging and giving so much love & support. I consider Mark and the whole Shivers family part of the Powell family. We love you all. Our thoughts and continued prayers are with you. Love, Kia Powell "
"My my deepest deepest condolences to the family ,this is so sad for beautiful beautiful man to leave so early, we'll miss that big beautiful smile with that eye contact greeting you with big open arms, he will be very very missed, I love you my man may God bless you rest in peace"