Mark Stennes

Mark A. Stennes, age 63, of New Brighton, died July 22 after complications from liver cancer. Born in Bemidji to Oscar & Anna Stennes. He graduated from Bemidji High School and went onto Bemidji State University where he met his future wife Diane Dougherty. They married on August 24, 1974. Mark went onto the University of Minnesota to complete his degree in forestry and masters in plant pathology. They decided to raise their family in New Brighton. Mark was passionate about his career and family. Survived by wife, Diane; daughters, Julianne, Leah (Kevin) Renner, Mary; granddaughter, Janie; brothers, James (DeEtte), Paul (Geri), Richard (Nilla); sister-in-law, Shirley Stennes. Preceded by parents; brother, John. Memorial service Tues. July 29, 2:00 P.M. at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Blvd (NW corner of Hwy 36 & Co Rd5), Stillwater, visitation one hour before service.