Kenneth “Mark” Simonson went to his heavenly home on Sunday August,6 2017 at the age of 61. Mark was born in Kerrobert, Saskatchewan to Marvin and Doris Simonson. He was born and raised a farmer and continued that life style growing grain and livestock, as well as spending some later years in the oil field industry operating a steamer. Mark grew up in a Christian home and gave his life to Jesus at a young age. On December 10, 1978 he married his sweetheart Donna Lynn Tripp. Mark was blessed with a large family. They dedicated their six children to the Lord and continued to raise them to love and serve Him. From southern Arizona to the North West Territories and many fishing trips in between, Mark enjoyed taking his family on numerous adventures. He loved to have his whole family together. Mark watched his family grow with admiration, to see each one raising families that love his savior Jesus Christ. Mark will be lovingly remembered by his wife Donna of 38 years, children Sarah (Andrew), Jordan (Rebecca), Andrew (Rachel), James (Heather), Daniel (Amber) and Shalom (Joshua), 14 grandchildren, Claire, Nathanial, Olivia, Haven, Amariah, Jonathan, Elianna, Nevaeh, Selah, Ava, Anaya, Zane, Alexander and Heidi. His parents Marvin and Doris, brother Lance (Judy), sisters Shelley (Alan) and Laurel (Bill). Mother in law Dorothy Tripp, sisters in law Sheila, Betty Ann, Jeannette and brother in law Ken (Betz) as well as many nieces, nephews and extended family. Mark was predeceased by his father in law Lawrence Tripp.