Mark S. Baty
December 30, 2011
Mark S. Baty, 75, passed away December 30, 2011 after a courageous battle with cancer. Services will be held on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway in West Des Moines, with the visitation on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 from 5 to 7 p.m. also at the church.
Mark was born on July 19, 1936 to Edward and Millicent Baty in Des Moines, IA. He attended North High School and graduated from Des Moines Tech. He established Baty Art & Sign in 1961. Mark prided himself on his quality and perfection of his work. He joined Signs Plus as a sketch artist in 1995 and remained there until his retirement in 2008. For 30 years Mark taught a lettering class at DMACC and served on the Commercial Art Advisory committee. He had a passion for teaching others. Mark loved life, his family, his church and his friends at the YMCA Healthy Living Center and his dog, Sasha.
He is survived by his wife, Jeanne; sons, Mark (Carol) and Michael (Anna); daughter, Melinda (Larry) Grubb; grandchildren, Lucas, Julia, Lindsey, Matthew Baty; and his sister, Lois Davis. Mark was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Edward “Mac”.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family or a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Joan (Marsh) Hanson
01/05/2012
Mark was such a joy to be around. He was a gentle man with a wonderful disposition and an infectious smile and laugh. He was caring and considerate of others. He will be missed by family and friends who were all so lucky to have him. I've known Mark since kindergarten and we were "a couple" in 5th grade. I will never forget him. Heaven has one of the best. Peace and love to you, Jeanne, and your family. Joan and Lee
Wanda Rowray
01/03/2012
Jeanne, I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We arrived in Texas on Friday Dec. 30th so we will be unable to attend the service. You and your family have our sympathy. Take care and I will be contacting you later. Love, Cousin Wanda
Minh Nguyen
01/03/2012
May God comfort your hearts today and bless you with endearing memories that your heart will always treasure.
With deepest sympathy to your family.
The Nguyen Family
Juanita Marasco
01/03/2012
Jeanne,
I just got home from work and was reading the paper and saw Mark's obituary.....
I'm so sorry to know of your loss and my prayers are with you and your family. No need to ask how the holidays were for you.
My Sympathy,
Juanita
Douglas Casey
01/03/2012
Sorry to hear about your loss.I remember back when Mike and i formed a rock band and your dad painted us a cool front for our drum face it was a huge flower with a eyeball in the middle ,called the orange blossoms.! My thoughts our with your family at this difficult time.
Becky Knapp
01/03/2012
Dear Melinda, Thank you for informing me of your dads passing; I am sorry for your loss. You must know that his difficult struggle was eased by the presence of his dear family by his side over the past few years; and now he is free from pain. Ill always remember your dads gentle smile and twinkle in his eyes. Surely he will be missed.
Peace be with you,
Becky
Dee Johnson
01/02/2012
Sorry Melinda, Senior moment - I really do know your name! Love You! Dee
Dee & Lee Johnson
01/02/2012
Mark was a classic. Everything about him was authentic and original. The way he inspired his students and practiced his art will be treasured by those who were enriched by having had Mark in their lives. We are so proud to have been friends with Mark, Jeanne, and Melissa and will make sure that we keep him alive in our memories forever. Our sincere sympathy to your family.
With Love & Blessings! Dee & Lee
Brent Logan
01/02/2012
Jeanne & Family,
Mark's passing is a great loss to all of us. He was a great friend, a teacher and mentor to me for many years and I loved him dearly. He was one of the most inventive, generous and giving men I have ever known and the world is a better place because he was here with us for a while. Mark was a true original and he'll be missed by many.
Love & prayers to you, Mark and Carol and family.
Brent
tom spencer
01/02/2012
I'm so sorry to read of marks passing. I worked with mark at the sign shop,and we became real good friends. Mark taught me so much in the business.I loved him and respected him so much. He will be truly missed.
Tricia Philips
01/01/2012
To the Baty family - I have very fond memories as a young girl hanging with Mark and my father Jim at Baty Art and Sign. I specifically remember Mark's love for beagles and ironically I now have a beagle puppy of my own. I hope Mark didn't suffer - he was kind - rest in peace. I was a young girl when I spent time with him - and adored his personality. My condolences to the family.
Love, Trish Philips Detjen
Kathy Cunningham
01/01/2012
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mark. He was truly a talented and great artist. I met him at Signs Plus and wished I had worked with him a lot longer then I did. I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark on several occasions to get his wisdom and advice on several sign projects. Please accept my sympathy to your entire family.
Barb Gordon
01/01/2012
I was very sad to read about Mark's passing. I remember fondly touring Baty Art & Sign when I was a student at DMACC. He generously shared his time and talent. He was inspiring. My sympathies to Mark's family and friends. -Barb