Mark Anderson

Mark Errol Anderson, age 70, passed away on April 24, 2026, due to congestive heart failure. Born on November 8, 1955, Mark lived a life defined by dedication, curiosity, and a deep love for his big family.

As one of seven siblings— Mitzi Cox, Kim Anderson (Jamie), Nan Allen, Eric Anderson, Jan Anderson (Kristin), and Keri Guinn (Nathan), along with numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly.

Mark carried a lifelong sense of responsibility and strength. He devoted much of his life to hard work, always striving to provide and build a better future for those he loved.

He is survived by his children: Morgan Bown (Jason Bown), Mitchell Anderson, Marshall Anderson, Matthew Anderson (Courtnie DuBois), and bonus daughter Brittany Fredrickson.

He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren: Mavrick Herbert Bown, Kamden Steven Ostler, Mason Carter Anderson, and Ella-Rae Evelyn Fredrickson.

He is preceded in death by his parents, father Ernel LeRoy Anderson and mother Ellna LaRitta Nielsen, as well as his brothers-in-law, Kurt Cox and Lavon Allen.

Mark is also remembered by his former wife, Denise Johnson, and the extended family and friends who were fortunate to know him. He had a special way of making others feel like family, and many of his children’s friends came to know and love him as “Dad.”

Mark was raised in Orem, Utah, where he graduated from Orem High School. He later served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area. He went on to attend Brigham Young University, where he earned both his bachelor’s degree and Master of Science in Civil Engineering. He later pursued a Ph.D. at the University of California, Berkeley.

Mark had a profound passion for music (especially Pink Floyd), computers, and family history. He found joy in learning, creating, and preserving the stories and music that connect generations. He was a man who could talk or not talk for hours, sharing ideas, memories, and laughter with those closest to him.

He loved spending time at the family cabin in Fairview Canyon, where he enjoyed the mountains and quiet moments. He also enjoyed golf, reading, and compiling family history, often dedicating countless hours to researching and organizing it into detailed books.

He passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones, a testament to the life he lived and the connections he built.

Mark’s legacy lives on in his children and precious grandchildren. Imparting the knowledge he shared, and the love he gave so freely. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Shine on you crazy diamond. Protect and look out for us, Dad. We love you.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. in the Olpin Family Mortuary Chapel, 494 South 300 East, Pleasant Grove, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at the same location. Interment will take place at Fairview City Cemetery. For those who are not able to attend, the funeral will be Live Streamed and can be found on the mortuary’s website.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.olpinmortuary.com.