Robert Mark Tomsche was born on December 27, 1955 in Wells, Minnesota. He passed away on October 19, 1926.

     Mark was a long-time resident of Eldridge, Iowa and was the proprietor of Mark’s Small Engine Repair.

     He was a born tinkerer and lover of tools. Among the things he enjoyed were camping, biking, gardening and had a special place in his heart for animals. He helped a lot of people and even in death was an organ donor.

     He is survived by his mother, Mary Tomsche of Long Grove, Iowa; his sister, Maren (Brad) Heinze of Tucson, Arizona and his life-partner, Cindy Kingman of Eldridge. His father Robert E. Tomsche preceded him in death.

     Contributions in his memory may be made to the Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network, 425 Spring Lake Dr. in Itasca, Illinois 60143. (giftofhope.org)

     Chambers Funeral Home of Eldridge, Iowa is assisting the family with arrangements.