Mark Richard Janszen, passed away at 66 years of age on October 6, 2021 in Katy, Texas.

Mark was born on September 6, 1955, in Aransas Pass to Charles Victor and Mary Ellen (Vastine) Janszen. He grew up in Houston, Texas and moved to Sealy, Texas in 1970. Shortly after his graduation from Sealy ISD in 1975, he started working for Koy Concrete. In his 20 years of employment her was a mixer truck driver and later took over the responsibility of dispatcher.

Mark met his soulmate and future wife, Lisa Ann Robison in the summer of 1977, while riding his motorcycle around the small town of Sealy. On March 20, 1981, they were married at the First United Methodist Church of Sealy. Mark and Lisa had two sons together, Jason Lee and Scott Richard Janszen.

Mark made many friends throughout the years as a Sealy resident. He was known for his pleasant personality and witty sense of humor.

Over the years Mark would selflessly help many family members in their time of need. He took over the family business of J&W’s Crosstie Sandwich Shop, when his father’s health stated to deteriorate and stayed with them until their closure back in 2004. He also, helped his wife with her family by moving into his father-in-law’s house with Lisa to help her care for Mr. Robison for six years.

Mark enjoyed being with his family. He loved taking numerous road trips with his wife, Lisa, especially to the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge Parkway when the fall foliage was at its peak.

He always loved having his whole family together for holidays and birthdays. His granddaughters, of course, were always his pride and joy.

Mark will truly be missed by all.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles Victor and Mary Ellen Janszen, brother, Charles Joseph Janszen and sister-in-law Sarah Britt Janszen, brother-in-law, David Williamson and Lisa's parents Milburn and Alberta Robison.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa, sons, Jason and Scott (Rosi) and grandchildren, Viola, Ruby, and Selena Janszen, his sister, Kim Williamson, brother, Lee Janszen, and numerous nephews and nieces.

Honoring Mark as pallbearers are Jason Janszen, Scott Janszen, Archie Davis, and Ben E. Novicke.

Funeral services were held on October 11, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel located at 768 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas. Interment immediately followed at Sealy Cemetery. The Funeral service was officiated by Pastor Dale Leland.

Funeral arrangements under the direction of: Knesek Bros. Funeral Chapel, 768 Fourth St., Sealy, Texas 77474, 979-885-3535, www.knesekfuneralhome.com.