Reverend Mark Paul Wenger entered his eternal home on Monday, September 12, 2022.
A visitation will be held from 4:00–7:00 p.m. on Friday September 16, 2022 at Timothy Lutheran Church-425 NW RD Mize Rd. Blue Springs, MO. 64014. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the Church. In Lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to: St. Paul’s High School ~ 205 S. Main St. Concordia, MO. 64020 or: Children’s Mercy Cancer Auxiliary ~ send to: Philanthropy Dept. CMH ~ 2401 Gilham Rd. KC MO 64108.
Mark was born on September 7, 1951, in Boonville, MO to Rev. Gilbert and Elsie Wenger. He was born into a loving family of two sisters and two brothers: Kathleen Lenz (Spouse of Gale Lenz Deceased) of Boonville, MO; Geraldine Wegener (spouse of Rev. Mark Wegener) of Minneapolis, MN; Rev. Timothy Wenger (spouse of Kathy Wenger) of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; and Rev. Dan Wenger (spouse of Gale Wenger) of Cleveland, OH. Mark graduated from St. Paul’s High School, Concordia, MO, 1969; Concordia University, Seward, NE, 1973; and Concordia Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO, 1981. Following graduation from Concordia University, Mark served as Director of Christian Education in Elk River, MN, from 1973-1977. He entered the pastoral ministry in 1981 and served parishes in Canada, Missouri, and Kansas over a span of 36 years. During his retirement years, he served as chaplain for Beacon of Hope Hospice and as a visitation pastor for Timothy Lutheran Church.
On May 20, 1972, Mark and Patricia Miller Wenger were united in marriage and celebrated 50 wonderful years together. God richly blessed their union with five children: Jonathan Paul (deceased); Joy Marie Fulbright (spouse of Matthew Fulbright); Karl Luke Wenger (spouse of Amy Wenger); Derek Mark Wenger (spouse of Christa Wenger); and Bryce Matthew Wenger (spouse of Jill Wenger). Mark and Pat have also been blessed with 8 beautiful grandchildren: Ava, Emily, and Isla Wenger; Fletcher and Milo Wenger; and Bruce, Elliot, and Esmarie Fulbright. Mark had the privilege of baptizing all of them! Mark loved golfing with his sons Karl, Derek, and Bryce. During this year, he enjoyed two golf trips to Baton Rouge, LA and Payne’s Valley Golf Course in Branson, MO. Mark was an avid reader and an enthusiastic fisherman, especially in retirement years when he could go with his grandchildren.
Mark’s deepest desire when he preached weddings or funeral sermons was that those present would clearly hear the Gospel message. We pray that the Gospel touches the hearts of those gathered today. “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No one can come to the Father except through Me.” John 14:6
Obituary submitted by family.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441
Rachael Hentges
14 Sep 2022Sending thought and prayers to Pastor Mark’s family. He baptized all 4 of our children at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church. He was a wonderful man. May he rest lovingly in the Lord’s arms.
Alan S Gamis
14 Sep 2022I didn’t know the Reverend Wenger, but I am honored to have worked with his daughter Dr Joy Fulbright, who I am certain inherited her amazing grace and dedication from her father and mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Janet Hoeflicker
16 Sep 2022Reverend Mark pastored both of my parents during their time with Beacon of Hope hospice and he truly had a gift with people! May he rest in God’s arms 🙏
Rocky Mease
16 Sep 2022I was so sorry to hear of Mark’s death. My prayers are with Pat and the family. Mark and I had great chaplain conversations over the years. Now he is with Jesus and I look forward to seeing him in heaven.
Melanie Schreffler
16 Sep 2022Sending love and prayer to Pat and family. So sorry for your loss. Pastor Mark was a wonderful man and Pastor and is now in a better place and not suffering. Sending strength your way for this difficult time. 💕