Arrangements for Mark Leonard Holmberg, 81, Lawrence, are pending at this time.
Dr. Holmberg died Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Medicalodges Eudora.
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Arrangements for Mark Leonard Holmberg, 81, Lawrence, are pending at this time.
Dr. Holmberg died Tuesday, March 3, 2020, at Medicalodges Eudora.
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Please know Mark was such a dear choir teacher to the youth of Trinity Lutheran Church. His patience and talent were excellent. He was a very kind person that will bless the heavens with his spirit. Prayers for you and your family. Brenda Kappelman, Colin, Nolan, Derek and Nathan Kappelman
I am so sad to hear of Mark’s passing. I had sent him an email only five days earlier and wondered why he hadn’t replied. Mark was my first organ teacher (1963-65) at Trinity Lutheran Church in Galesburg, IL. He was so kind and generous to me, encouraging and mentoring. He took me to several organ recitals, and we took a wonderful car trip together to the east coast (New York City and Boston) while I was his student, and we visited numerous organ factories and famous churches along the way. So, Mark was more than my teacher, he was a dear trusted friend of my family. I regret not having been able to tell him one more time, “Thank you for all you did for me.”
Julie,
So saddened to learn of Mark’s passing. Will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Dear Julie and family, Deepest condolences from your old neighbor and friend. Mark was a truly gifted musician and a blessing to all who knew him.
Roses, Dolores
So very sorry to hear that Mark has passed away. I have many fond childhood memories of his kindnesses to me when I visited my father’s office at Murphy Hall, which he shared for several years. I hope your memories of his radiant smile will sustain you during these sad days.
Prayers of thanksgiving for the life of this sweet man and wonderful professor. Prayers for peace for his family who will miss him so!
I was blessed to have Dr. Holmberg as a teacher. I always talk about your class when talking about music theory. You will be missed by all who knew you.
I am so sorry to hear of this. Dr. Holmberg was one of my favorite teachers at KU. He had a great sense of humor that made class fun and was a huge encouragement to me when it was difficult. So thankful he was a part of my college experience. RIP
Not only an excellent musician (which he was), but also a gifted teacher and director. I was fortunate to not only learn about the structure of music in his theory classes, but the true purpose of music as he led our worship.
“For the Lamb at the center of the throne will be their shepherd; he will lead them to springs of living water. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” (Revelation 7:17)
We are so grateful to have had Mark’s music bring us closer to God for all of these years. May he rest peacefully among the choirs of angels.
Julie, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Condolences from the Gilman family. I am sure he is in a place surrounded by beautiful music
Julie, please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark was a wonderfully passionate theory teacher, human, and musician. When he played the organ it made you want to sing as loud as you could sing. He loved talking music with anyone at anytime. The singing in heaven just got a little louder and more vibrant. Take care my friend! Prayers for Mark’s family as they do through this time of mourning, reflection, and celebrating his life.
Julie and the WHOLE family,
Several notes missing now, with a twinkle missed also.
Thank you so much, for sharing Mark with us.
So sorry for your loss! Mark was a mentor to one of our sons and will be dearly missed. We have belonged to Corpus Christi over 30 years and loved to see him each week. God bless all of you and may he rest in peace.
“You betcha!” said with a grin and a wink is the signature of Mark that I always remember. In fact, I can’t even picture him without a smile on his face!
May that smile help ease some grief and lead you to the many warm memories I’m sure you have.
Julie, I, Carol, Susan, and Marian are so sorry for your loss.
Mr. Holmberg was one of my favorite instructors among the music faculty at KU because of his knowledge and his wonderful sense of humor. I still have my McHose and Tibbs sight singing manual and many fond memories from his classes. He was truly a talented and wonderful person. May you find comfort in his memories.
Julie, 2nd Timothy 4:6
You have fought the good fight. You have finished the race. You have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for you the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award you on that Day.
Mark ‘s love for church music and the community he enjoyed will stay with me. His dedication was truly inspiring to both Lutherans and Catholics alike! We were fortunate to be blessed with his talent and spiritual gifts.
I’m so sorry for your loss, Julie and family. Praying for you all. All my love
Julie,
Julie, please accept my sincere sympathy. I’d admired Mark from afar at KU, and in December had a wonderful conversation and shared some singing of favorite hymns with him at the nursing home.
Mark was an amazing musician. We were so blessed to have him in our parish for over 20 years. May you Rest in Peace Mark!
What a dear, patient, talented man! He was a marvelous teacher and mentor who helped me love music theory. He touched so, so many lives with humor and graciousness.
Your memory will live on in liturgical music. You have blessed my life and I praise God for you and your gifts. I offer my prayers to Gid for you.
I’m sorry to hear of Mark’s death, Julie, but please know I’m keeping you and your family in my heart. Much understanding love to you.