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MARK A. PIEFFER
October 24, 1948 March 22, 2019
Mark A Pieffer, DM (Ret Lt Col)
Born in Springfield, Ohio, October 24, 1948. Died in Colorado Springs, Colorado, March 22, 2019, surrounded by his loving family.
Mark is preceded in death by his parents Jack E. Pieffer, Lois E. (Reedy) Pieffer, and brother Marvin G. Pieffer.
Mark is survived by his wife of 43 years, Bridget (Dillon), sons Matthew, Aaron and Gina (Magistrelli), and Dillon and Melissa (Chaney). Eight loving grandchildren, Savannah, Rex, Isaiah, Emmie, Molly, Eliza, Jack, Ayla, and great grandchild Serana. He will also be missed by his sister, Marcia (Pieffer) Hart of Springfield, Ohio, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mark was a graduate of Springfield South High School, Central State University, awarded his Masters Degree from University of Richmond and earned his doctorate degree at Colorado Technical University.
Mark served his country with great honor and pride as an Army Infantry Officer for 23 years and retired as Lieutenant Colonel.
After retirement, he worked for Colorado Technical University in several capacities from Adjunct Professor to President of the Denver Campuses. He retired as Associate Dean for Trident University.
Mark had such a positive influence on everyone around him. He touched and impacted so many lives. He definitely left this place better than he found it. He enjoyed traveling with the love of his life, a great beer, a good football and baseball game.
Mark was a true believer in hard work, leadership, education, and doing the right thing even when no one is looking.
The viewing and service will be on Thursday morning the 28th from 9am - 11:00 am at Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Colorado Springs. The burial service will be with Military Honors at Pikes Peak National cemetery at 1pm. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The Leukemia Lymphoma Society or the charity of your choice.
https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate
He will be greatly missed.

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Published by The Gazette from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2019.

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Teresia Hall Simmons

March 22, 2022

I am still treasuring the memories of Mark. He was kind, intelligent, handsome and so very caring. I miss his smile and his easy laughter. SHS class of 1966

Teresia Simmons

April 19, 2021

Still miss him. Mark was handsome, kind and loving. I will miss our talks and his encouraging words. I am praying for the family as I am a widow now too I thank God for having Mark as a classmate and part of my life.

Dr. Edward Polak

August 12, 2019

Mark will be greatly missed in the academic world.

Sarah (Morrow) Daniluk

April 9, 2019

Mark will be greatly missed. I loved working with him at JIU. When I had a bad day, all I'd have to do is run into him and minutes later, he'd have me laughing. He was such a light. It is an honor to have known him.

Brenda Stewart

March 31, 2019

I was fortunate enough to have enjoyed an Ethics class at Colorado Tech with Dr. Pieffer as my professor many years ago. That was my first class at CTU, and he really set the tone for a positive experience at that institution! He was such a wonderful teacher and person, and I will always remember his stories and joking with him in the halls. Thank you, Dr. Pieffer, and my sincerest condolences to his family.

Paul Amundsen

March 29, 2019

So many of us have lost a mentor and a friend. He was also a fellow baseball fan. He loved to teach. He touched so many, including me, and I never had the privilege of meeting him in person.
Rest In Peace Mark

Marylouise O'Brien

March 28, 2019

Mark made me laugh, often when we worked together while he was in college. He encouraged me to go to college when I was in doubt. He loved life, being a veteran, loved his friends and especially his family. He will truly be missed by many

Marylouise O'Brien

March 28, 2019

Mark made me laugh. Encouraged me to go to college when I was in doubt.. He was caring, a proud veteran, and deeply loved his family
and friends. He will truly be missed by many.

Vickie williams

March 28, 2019

I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. We were in school together from kindergarten to high school a d loved our times in the Layne Addition. Our class of 1966 will miss seeing you and Bridgett at our class reunions. Rest In Peace Mark. Condolences Bridgett and family, he will be missed.

Karen Thompson-Packer

March 28, 2019

Rest in Heaven dear friend Sweet memories of growing up in a day when riding your bike to the playground or your friend's house and being gone for hours were the normal. Life-long friendships were made in those transitions between Horace Mann, Schaefer, and South High. Thanks for letting your light shine on so many.

Cherished Friend Bouquet- VASE INCLUDED

Marijane Paulsen

Sent Flowers

Richard Thomas

March 27, 2019

Sincere condolences and positive intentions to Mark's family.

I worked with Mark at Jones International University and Trident University. Of greater personal importance, far greater, Mark was a genuine mentor as well as a cherished friend.

Mark was the greatest leader I will ever know.

Charge on, sir!

Marijane Paulsen

March 27, 2019

I was fortunate to work with Mark at Pikes Peak Community College; at Colorado Technical University, and at Jones International University. He was such an outstanding member of our faculty and leadership team. I was fortunate to work with him. He will be missed by all. Sincerely, Marijane Axtell Paulsen

Teresia Simmons

March 27, 2019

Mark was a member of the Class of 1966 Springfield South Wildcats It breaks my heart from such a loss as this. Mark was kind, compassionate, loving, understanding and such a handsome man. He was truly an exceptional human being who will definitely leave behind a beautiful display of peace and love..

I and my classmates will be missing him always. We are praying for you and the family. Know that he was greatly loved.

Peter Correa

March 27, 2019

Mark and I are both Warriors. INFANTRY-AIRBORNE-RANGER. We were both born in 1948 and we both retired from the Army as a Lieutenant Colonel. We both are married to the Love of Our Life and we are blessed with a loving family. We are pretty much alike except he was always smarter and better looking. Our paths crossed during the Higher Education phases of our civilian careers. I worked for him and then with him and I can say without reservation that he is THE BEST OF THE BEST.

A portion of my West Point Alma Mater says it all:

"And when our work is done,
Our Course on earth is run,
May it be said "Well Done"
Be thou at Peace."

WELL DONE KEMO SABE!

Les Keffel

March 27, 2019

Thoughts and prayers to you and the family, Bridget. Mark was a true friend and will be greatly missed.

Jennifer Johnson

March 27, 2019

Mark, you will be so missed. Your forever friend and colleague, Jennifer Johnson

scott amundsen

March 26, 2019

I worked with Mark while he was at Jones International University and then at Trident University International. He was a true gentleman and Renaissance man, I admired his love for life and his commitment to student success.

He was one of the most student-centered people that I have met in my 25+ year career in higher education. He was incredibly generous with his time and always quick to assist. He will be missed by many including me,

Scott Amundsen

Rufina E Butler, Ph.D.

March 26, 2019

Death leaves a heartache no one heal, but love leaves a memory no one can steal. Thoughts and Prayers to the Pieffer family.......Rufina

Michelle

March 26, 2019

So sorry for your loss. Death is never easy but Almighty God is our refuge and strength in your time of need. May God give you peace. Phillipians 4:6, 7

Jim Bonfield

March 26, 2019

Bridget and kids, Peggy and I were shocked and saddened to learn of Mark's passing. We are so grateful that you thought to notify us. We have many fond memories of our time in Richmond and Germany. We are better people for knowing you and you' family. Please know that you are on our prayers.Jim Bonfield

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