Mike, you were an awesome friend. I’m so glad I got the chance to meet you and become friends with you. You were so influential on me during our college years. My heart breaks that you are no longer here with us, but your memories will live strong ln my mind. You were such a kind friend, I will miss you and the laughs we shared. Until we meet again
Michael A. Markman
February 16, 1986 – April 14, 2025
Michael Allen Markman, 39 of Saint Cloud, MN, died Monday of Holy Week, Apr. 14, 2025, at home with his family at his side.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Apr. 22, in Saint Peter’s Catholic Church followed by burial at Assumption Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Saint Peter’s Catholic Church in Saint Cloud.
He was born February 16, 1986, to Randy and Brenda (Skoblik) Markman in Algona, IA. Michael received Baptism, First Holy Communion and Confirmation at Saint Peter’s Catholic Church in Saint Cloud.
He mostly grew up in St. Cloud, attending grade school at Saints Peter, Paul and Michael Catholic School (now All Saints Academy) and graduating from Cathedral High School in 2004. Michael attended college at the Minnesota State University, Mankato for computer science and then worked various jobs around St. Cloud for the last 20 years or so. He enjoyed time with his family and friends fishing, card and game playing, chewing on sunflower seeds and listening to his favorite Spotify playlist. Michael was always willing to use his technology background to help a neighbor or friend. He will be deeply missed.
He is survived by his parents, Randy and Brenda Markman of St. Cloud; his older brother, Father Christopher Markman of Grand Forks, ND; and his older sister, Sarah (Jon) Ksepka, his nephews, Samuel and Benjamin, and his niece, Viola of Blaine, MN; his grandmothers; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends.
Michael was preceded in death by his grandfathers and one of his uncles.
His family is so very grateful to all the wonderful doctors and nurses at Saint Cloud Hospital and CentraCare Hospice who cared for him in the final weeks of his life with great professionalism, compassion, faith and love.
In lieu of flowers please offer a memorial on Michael’s behalf.
For help with Substance Abuse and Mental Health please talk to a family member, a friend, or call 1-800-662-HELP.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Michael’s soul, and all the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Guestbook
I had the privilege of playing Fifa online with Mike over the years. I never met him in person but I am sure his personality was exactly the same in person as online. He was always cracking jokes making the team laugh, talked about fishing on and off the ice, and yelling pound town when he or a teammate would take a long shot at goal in the game. I know us Fifa boys will miss him he truly was a staple of our squad. May God bless you and make you part of his squad at home in heaven Mike. Not goodbye but see you later brother.
Markman was one of the nicest and funniest guys I’ve had the pleasure of playing games with for these last 15 years. Will miss you man, truly. Love you like a brother. Condolences to his family and friends.
Never met Mike in person, but have known him online for many years. Online we knew him as Orphan. He always made us laugh and smile when we played Xbox. So sorry to hear of his passing, and wish the best for his family in these difficult times.
My sincerest condolences and prayers for the family! Mike and I and a group of friends played soccer on Xbox together for 14 years! He was well liked and a joy to hang out with. As one of the ‘group’ said in chat as this all unfolded, “I will miss his signature phrase (take it to poundtown) during a shot on goal! He was well respected in the group and wonderful person. We talked about fishing a lot! May God Bless all who knew him and especially his family! God Bless,
Sean Beckstrom
Brenda, I also sorry for your loss. I had two brothers that inevitably passed away as a result of struggles with mental illness and alcoholism. Despite many treatments and meds for mental illness they still passed on from this disease. Prayers to you and your family.
Sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Words cannot express the overwhelming sorrow at the loss of Michael. My heart aches for all of you. I will always keep the many moments of smiles, laughs and watching him grow up in my heart. Spending time gathered around a bonfire or out fishing. My deepest condolences and prayers.
Services
Schedule Details
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Apr. 22, in Saint Peter’s Catholic Church followed by burial at Assumption Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Saint Peter’s Catholic Church in Saint Cloud.