Mark 'Bud' Lovato
September 1, 1950 - June 12, 2022
Mark “Bud” Lovato, passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him on June 12, 2022 after a long battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP). Mark was born September 1, 1950 in Grand Junction, Colorado, the second of seven children to Johnnie and Mary Lovato. Bud grew up in Clearfield, Utah excelling in sports and earning a scholarship to the University of Utah for wrestling after becoming the state champion for Clearfield High. It was also in high school that he met the love of his life Anne Duplantis. They were married August 1, 1970, she was his loyal lifelong companion, and was his loving caretaker during his final years. Together they had four children, whom their lives revolved around, as well as their grandchildren. Mark worked as an educator for over thirty years in the Granite School District as a teacher, coach, guidance counselor and career coordinator. He loved his “kids”, and was always a tireless advocate for the importance of education. Mark also worked for the Juvenile Detention Center and Valley Mental Health, anyone would tell you he was a great listener. Mark was an avid reader, always carrying a book with him. He was an even larger sports fan, any and all sports could always be found on the television. He had an incredible memory especially for sports stats, and he could amaze most people with his trivia knowledge. He was a relentless fan of the University of Utah’s football team as well as the Raiders. Mark had such a great sense of humor that he maintained to the very end, everyone that knew him had a funny story about him to tell you, they would also tell you that he made you feel like you were the most special person around.
Bud is preceded in death by his parents Mary and Johnnie, Ryan Call (nephew), Cameron Davis (nephew), and Stephanie Lovato (niece). He is survived by his wife and his children; John (Stefanee), Rachel, Ashley (Cory Town), and Sarah Wood (Colin). He will be fondly remembered as Papa Bud to Alysia Cook-Lovato (Alley), Brianna Mendoza, Lauren (Brian Suarez), James, Zander Fitch, Devaney “Tiny” Cerezo, and Oliver Wood. He also had a special bond with his great grandson, Aesyn Cook-Lovato. He also leaves behind his six siblings; Esther Davis (Tony), Shirley Herman (Jim), Pat (Ivy), Jeanette Gravette (Ross), David, and Lorraine Robins (Ben). He was a great husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, friend, neighbor and mentor. He leaves behind a great legacy.
A celebration of Bud's life will on Friday, June 24, 2022 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Starks Funeral Parlor, 3651 South 900 East, Salt Lake City. Guests are encouraged to park on the north side of the building.
In Loving Memory
So sorry. I bet sassy says sorrow
Dat bitch
Taylorsville, UT
Bud was always nice to me when I had a chance to talk to him. When Zander was little he used to tell me things his Papa Bud told him. (Usually words of wisdom!) They had a close bond. I wish I could join your celebration of his life, but I won't be in town. God Bless you during this time! Vicki
Vicki Contratto
Salt Lake City, UT
We loved Bud . Such a wonderful man. I send my love to Ann & his family, I'm so blessed Jerry & I spent sometime to visit 4 yrs ago while visiting Utah we laughed and we're so happy to see each other after so many years . May the Lord give the family Pease Grace through this difficult time. It showed how much he loved his family. Stay close to your love ones because tomorrow isn't proimise I love you Lavato Familia Ophelia Ceballos. My heart is broken my prayers to you a'll
Ophelia Ceballos
Allen, TX
Dear Anne and Family, Mark sure put up a good fight, having a loving attentive family surround him was so heartwarming to see♥️May he now Rest In Peace, pain free!We are always here for you at anytime, Anne�� your friend and neighbor ���� Jim/ Rhea Hyde
Rhea/ Jim Hyde
Murray, Ut
Thank You so much for sharing all the beautiful memories. It was nice to see Buds Love for his beautiful family. Treasure all the memories You were all so Loved . Beautiful Beautiful tribute ❤️❤️❤️Ophelia Ceballos
Ophelia Ceballos
Allen, Tx
My Dear Aunt Ann, John, Rachel, Ashley, Sarah & Alysia, Lauren, Jamie & Zander I am so sorry to hear about your wonderful husband, father & papa passing. I am so sad to hear about your loss. I have nothing but the greatest memories of him & growing up alongside your family. All of the family parties that we all got to attend at your first house, drinking the homemade root beer that Uncle Bud & Aunt Ann had waiting for us. Then all of us 19 cousins playing hide n go seek in the basement or red rover outside. Time would just be flying by & just when Rachel was teaching us a new cheerleading routine it would be time to go home which we dreaded! The parties were often & we were all best friends. Ill never forget going over for one of Uncle Buds birthday parties &me & Stephanie bringing him a gerbil as a gift. Why we thought that was a good idea, I will never know. He laughed & gave him to Rachel for safekeeping. I think she named him trotter?! Lol. I have so many others but that story just showed what kind of person your Dad was. Loving & kind. I am so so glad I got to grow up with him in my life, he was such a great example to both me & my sister. I just wish my kids got to know him better too. I love all of you with all my heart. Just know me & my family are here for you & I will always have you all in my thoughts, heart & prayers. May God bless & keep all of you, Uncle Bud is now in the V.I.P section of heaven with the other Lovatos & loved ones saving our places..... I love you Uncle Bud!! Thank you for everything, you are the best & always will be. Give my Stephie the biggest hug & kiss for me. Love to everyone else we love & lost. I'll see you somewhere in dream land Steph! I love you guys, lets keep in better touch okay Lovato family??? Love Always & forever Jessica, Durell & our kids Gabriel, Jovanni, Ayrisse & Avianna Stephanie
Jessica Lovato
Taylorsville, Ut