Dr. Mark Claassen, aged 83, passed away on March 22, 2023, at his home in Roanoke, Texas. Mr. Claassen was born on December 10, 1939, in Beatrice, Nebraska to Menno and Sara Claassen. He is survived by his wife, Lillian, and children, Lorraine, Brian and Steven, and his sisters, Sara and Eleanor. Mark dedicated his life to the goal of feeding the hungry, both through his service work in South America, and also through his position as Professor of Agronomy and Agronomist in Charge of the Cornbelt Experiment Field in northeast Kansas, and later at the Harvey County Experiment Field in Hesston, KS.

His greatest joys came from time with his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren, and from seeing them know to know, love, and serve God. In Mark’s honor, donations can be made to: Operation Blessing to provide food, clean water and relief to those in need. CBN.com or 800-700-7000 Music Ministry of Gateway Church www. gatewaypeople.com A Celebration of Life is planned for April 16th at 3pm at Lucas Funeral Home – 1601 S. Main Street (Hwy 377), Keller, Texas 76248 Detailed service information and a place to leave condolences can be found at www.lucasfuneralhomes. com