Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Friday, April 25th, 2025.
Beloved father of Julie (Justin) Hope and Ashlie (Dan) Wiegner; adoring grandfather of Amelia Hope, Caroline Hope, Henry Hope, Miles Wiegner, and Vivien Wiegner; dearest son of the late Paul and Bernadine Rathgeber (née Lange); loving brother of Joecile (Marc) Hoerner; dear uncle of Erin Hoerner and Megan (Mark) Webster; and cherished great uncle, stepfather, cousin, and friend.
Mark was a proud graduate of Saint Louis College of Pharmacy, Augustinian Academy, and St. Boniface. He was a dedicated pharmacist, proudly serving the St. Louis metro area for over 50 years. He took great pride in caring for patients and established Fitzpatrick Pharmacy as one of the most respected pharmacies in the hospice care community. Outside of his profession, Mark found great joy on the water as an avid deep sea fisherman and boating enthusiast. He also had a lifelong love for classic muscle cars. Above all, he cherished time spent with his daughters, grandchildren, and beloved puppies.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Shrine of St. Joseph are greatly appreciated.
SERVICES: Visitation at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Thursday, May 1st from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Funeral Mass at Shrine of St. Joseph Catholic Church (1220 N. 11th St., 63106) on Friday, May 2nd at 10:00 AM. Interment at Mount Olive Cemetery.
Ashlie, Dan and family,
I’m so sorry for the loss of Mark. He’s been a special part of our family for a long time and he will be dearly missed. Thinking of you all!
Mr Mark you will be truly missed
Ashlie & Julie, so sorry to hear of your father’s death. Mark was dedicated to providing for hospices in the Greater St Louis area. May he
Now rest in peace.