Mark Allen Delp

Hastings Funeral Home in Jefferson is in charge of services for Mark Allen Delp, son of Jacob Delp and Carolyn Rose Lami Delp, was born October 2, 1962 in Jefferson, Iowa. Mark died unexpectedly January 31, 2017 near his home in Dawson, Iowa. He was 54 years 3 months, 29 days old. Funeral Services for Mark were held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Hastings Funeral Home, Jefferson, Iowa. Rev. Steve Ransom of the United Methodist Church, Grand Junction, Iowa provided the words of comfort. Mark's casket bearers were Tyler Delp, Alan Mundt, Jake Mundt, James Delp, John Delp and David Delp. Recorded music selections were In the Arms of an Angel by Sarah McLachlan and The Rose by Bette Middler. Interment was in the Junction Township Cemetery, Grand Junction, Iowa. A time of lunch and fellowship was held at the new Grand Junction Community Center following the service at the cemetery. Mark grew up on a farm outside of Grand Junction. He graduated East Greene High School in 1981. He was a good worker and started at Ace Hardware at a young age. Mark and Susie Beeler were parents of a son Tyler and they made their home on an acreage near Squirrel Hollow. Mark had a long career with Tyson in Perry until his health failed a year ago. Mark and Brenda Nicholaisen were blessed with a daughter Brook. Mark married Joann Woodard and the family was happy with the arrival of Donovin. They made their home in Dawson. Mark's greatest love and joy was his family. They spent many hours together. Mark was a sports fan of the Eagles and Hawkeyes were his favorite teams. He also enjoyed Camaros, classic rock music, and movies. Mark purchased many movies which he loved to share with his children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Carolyn, and his brother Steve. Mark is survived by his children, Tyler A. Delp of Dawson; Brook Pettry (Benjamin Cuellar) of Marshalltown; and son Donovin Delp of Dawson; grandson Noe Cuellar; brothers Jim Delp (Terri) of Grand Junction; John Delp of Des Moines; David Delp (Toni) Carroll; sisters Gail Delp and Sharon Delp both of Perry; Joann Gooding (Larry) of Ankeny; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews, other relatives, and many friends. Memorials in his name may be sent to Hastings Funeral Home, Box 204, 1417 2nd St., Perry, Iowa 50220 www.hastingsfh.com hastings@minburncomm.net. 515 465-4691