Mark Raymond Dobratz

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Mark R. Dobratz, age 68, of West Fargo, ND, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at Essentia Hospital surrounded by family. Mark was born on February 13, 1955, in Shawano, WI, to the late Eugene and Arlene (Finke) Dobratz. Mark graduated from Milwaukee School of Engineering and later received his MBA from University of Mary. Mark was united in marriage to Joan Osterloh on June 23, 1979, in Hecla, SD. The couple lived in Kenosha, WI, for a few years before moving to Shawano, WI, and then later to Fargo.

During Mark's 40 year working career, he held many different Engineering and Plant Management positions. Mark enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching the Packers. He especially loved time with his family, grandchildren, and his dogs. Each year at Easter time, he loved creating multiple games and scavenger hunts for his kids and grandchildren to enjoy.

Mark is survived by his wife of 44 years, Joan; children, Natasha (Scott) Sanders of Moorhead, MN, Raymond (Adele) Dobratz of Fargo, and Derek (Meagan) Dobratz of Carver, MN; grandchildren, Carter, Wyatt, Wynston, Rory, Brodie, and Allie; brother, Matt (Annie) Dobratz; sister-in-law, Kathy Dobratz; brother-in-law, Jay (Linda) Osterloh; and sister-in-law, Julie Borr. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, friends, and his beloved dog, Britt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Arlene; parents-in-law, Virgil and Lucille Osterloh; brother, Michael Dobratz; and his brother-in-law, Don Borr.

A memorial service for Mark will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Hanson-Runsvold Funeral Home in Fargo, with visitation at 10 am. The memorial service will be livestreamed on the funeral home website. Memorial contributions may be sent to 4 Luv of Dog Rescue or Homeward Animal Shelter.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.hansonrunsvold.com

Arrangements entrusted to Hanson-Runsvold Funeral Home - Fargo, ND