On September 9th 1970 Dr. Tyler assisted in my delivery into this world at St. Lukes Hospital. He was also my family practitioner for many years until his retirement. The adjectives that come to mind for Dr. Tyler are: kind, caring, considerate, comforting, and professional. Since his retirement we ran into each other a few times. I recall a brief conversation several years ago at Barnes & Noble, and more recently at Hy-Vee; that must have been two years ago. I am thankfull that he was my doctor and that we had that final visit. He was and will always be an uplifting person in my life.
Jason Varney
May 16, 2024
We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. He was a great doctor and wonderful person. Our three children saw him many times as our family grew. We knew that we would get competent and caring counsel from Mark anytime we needed to visit with a sick kid. I got to reconnect with him when he and I both served on the Gazette's Writers Circle program many years ago. I found his insights and writing to be thought provoking. I really missed working with him on that project. We are both thinking of you and remembering Mark at this difficult time.
Craig and Kathy Harwood
May 10, 2024
Oh. I am so sorry to hear this. The world was a better place with Dr. Tyler in it. In 1972, I went to him for the physical necessary for my first teaching job, and he was our family physician ever after. He delivered both my babies. In 1975, my first was in no hurry to arrive. Dr.Tyler called me EVERY TIME the Hawkeye basketball team was playing at home to make sure nothing was "happening" before he left town. It made me so confident that he would be there to deliver the baby and be with us going forward as our pediatrician and my doctor. He flabbergasted both kids at checkups in the two to three year range by palpating their stomachs and announcing they had eaten Cheerios for breakfast. Of course they had. There's a funny story about the firstborn when he was two, and another funny and warm story about the arrival of his sister three years later. And probably many more stories. Please reach out if you want to hear them, I'll send them in an email, I don't want to take up too much space here.
Michele Payne Hinz
May 9, 2024
Karen and family, we echo so many of these caring comments. Mark always had a friendly smile and greeting when our paths crossed at various places in the community. Surely his loss is felt by many, but of course most painfully felt by family. Our deepest sympathies to you all.
Sue and Ron Olson
May 8, 2024
Great doc. My family doc. Then my supervisor and mentor for rotation in med school. Then my colleague and great friend in our medical community. Just a great man.
Al Whitters
May 6, 2024
I was a nurse @ mercy medical center for 41 years. As a new graduate, I felt at ease having Dr. Tyler as the delivering physician. So patient and kind. Every time he could, he taught me to be a good nurse and patient. I did miss him when he quit deliveries. However, when. Chris and Charity had their babies, it was a privilege to be their labor nurse. Great memories! I feel your sadness as my mom and eldest sister did pass from alzheimer. A terrible disease. Prayers and sympathy to all. Laura Boeding
Laura Boeding
May 6, 2024
My deepest sympathy to Karen and the whole Tyler family. Dr. Mark Tyler always went above and beyond in caring for patients and working with colleagues. He agreed to be my mother's doctor and even came to my home to try to convince her that she was too sick to travel to her "nurse daughter". That memory will endure. May his memory be a blessing for you now and in the difficult times ahead.
Julianne Thomas, MD
May 6, 2024
In 1972 we were a young couple with new baby girl looking for a family doctor. Dr Tyler was recommended and he became our family doctor. He delivered our son and saw both of our kids thru ear infections, various stitches and other childhood illnesses . He also took care of my husband and I through the years. I always felt truly listened to and I appreciated his kind, reassuring demeanor. I most respected that he was never hesitant to say when he wasn't sure about answers and then to readily seek the counsel of other physicians. We are forever grateful for his care and for all the good work he did in this community. Our condolences to his family.
Mary Westcott
May 6, 2024
Dr Tyler was my family's doctor from when we moved to Marion in 1972 till he retired from his practice. He helped deliver both my children. I could not of asked for a better doctor, he always listened to my issues. Especially when my neurologist kept treating me for epilepsy and Dr. Tyler ordered an MRI and found that I had a brain tumor not epilepsy. Doctor even called me after he got the results and talked to me that night on the phone. I'm also donating my body to the U of I program. My prayers go out to all his family.
Rita Mulford
May 5, 2024
Karen, Chris and Sara
Our sympathy to you on Mark's passing and our celebration with you of a life well lived. When we first came to Cedar Rapids, we were impressed how Dr. Tyler had started Village Family Practice. He allowed me to shadow him in that office when I was a new resident. He was kind and caring and so capable and wise.
We are sad for all with his long illness. Prayers and sympathy as you make one more huge life adjustment.
Don & Mary Anne Nelson
Mary Anne Nelson
May 5, 2024
Karen, Chris and Sara—-
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss of Mark. Mark always had kind words and a smile as he jogged his miles on High Ridge Dr.
Hold your good memories close to your hearts—- Mark is at peace with God. You are in my prayers and my heart … Carol Olson
Carol Olson
May 5, 2024
Many People have said the good words that I would have said. Wish to thank His family for sharing him am glad he and you do not have Alzheimer's to deal with sending love and prayers to all .
Harry L Simonsen
May 5, 2024
My sincere condolences to Dr. Tylers family.
He was our family doctor for many years until his retirement. He was a doctor who always listened to his patients. Such a caring physician! He was not only a patients physician, but also a caring friend.
Robert Mason
May 5, 2024
When we moved to CR in 1972, we started going to Village Family Practice. Dr. Tyler was our doctor from then until the time he retired in 2001 from Mercy Mount Vernon Road. He was such a caring, compassionate man who always had our best interests in mind. Our sympathies go out to Karen and his entire family. Jim & Bonnie Raasch
Bonnie Raasch
May 5, 2024
My Son, Mark, just wrote and I agree with everything he said. Dr. Tyler was a wonderful, caring doctor. When Mark would have some procedure at St. Luke's hospital, Dr. Tyler would be there. It made no difference what he might be doing, because he would take the time to come in to be with Mark. He would come in the room with a cheerful smile and say, "Well, young man, how's it going?" It wasn't always going well, but things were always better after Dr. Tyler was there.
Garry Zalesky
May 5, 2024
Dear Tyler family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. Dr Tyler was an exceptional physician and most generous kind man. He was a wonderful role model not only as a clinician but as a healthcare leader to all the younger providers in our community. I learned so much from his example . He will be missed tremendously.
Sincerely, Steve Wahle
steven wahle md
May 5, 2024
Dr. Tyler was our family physician while I was growing up. As a teenager I contracted a type of high-risk leukemia, and Dr. Tyler immediately figured out what was going on, got me where I needed to go, and went way beyond the call of duty to accommodate my schedule for over three years of ongoing chemotherapy at St. Luke's. He was more than my physician, he was my friend and I owe my life to him. Almost 40 years later, I am sitting here tearing up as I write these words. Thank you Dr. T, you were a great man and I will never forget your love and kindness to me and my family. May you rest in peace.
Mark Zalesky
May 5, 2024
Mark was a remarkable man and physician! He was one of those physicians that I looked up to and was a role model! It’s hard to imagine him not being with us but the memory of him will last a long time. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Dr. John Wollner
John Wollner
May 5, 2024
Dr. Tyler was our family physician, and we all liked and appreciated him so. Blessings and sympathy to his family and all of us who lived better lives with his gentle wisdom and care.
Pat Martin
May 5, 2024
I worked at Immediate Care Center in Cedar Rapids at one time and sometimes worked with Dr. Tyler. He was amazing and so much fun to work with. So sorry for your loss.
Deb
May 5, 2024
Karen, Chris and Sara—-
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss of Mark. Mark always had kind words and a smile as he jogged his miles on High Ridge Dr.
Hold your good memories close to your hearts—- Mark is at peace with God. You are in my prayers and my heart … Carol Olson
Carol Olson
May 5, 2024
I’m very saddened to hear of Dr. Tyler’s passing. My mother became fond of him when she was the cook at his doctor’s fraternity in Iowa City and when she came to Cedar Rapids he was her doctor. He was also the family doctor for my husband and me and saw us through my husband’s last illness, after which he attended his visitation. Then he was my doctor until he left his practice at Vernon Village Family Practice. I remember him as a very kind person and a doctor willing to take the time to listen to you, besides being an excellent doctor. My condolences go out to his family for their loss.
Margaret Bartlett
May 4, 2024
Karen, Chris and Sara,
Mark was a wonderful and caring physician for Marty and his mother over many decades. Marty really enjoyed many years of golf with Mark in their annual Bohemian Golf event. He remembers those times very fondly. Mark’s life was one well lived. We both send you and your families our deepest sympathy.
Marty and Julianne Smith
May 4, 2024
Karen and family, David delivered your sad news. My heart and prayers go out to you. We share so many good memories of our kids growing up together, PTA, and all the swim meets. Those "parent" bonds will never be broken. Peace and blessings to you all.
Ann K. Martin
May 3, 2024
Karen , Chris and Sara ,
I was so sorry to hear that Mark had passed . My condolences ! I have such fond memories of working with him and everyone at Village Family Practice . I still have a letter he wrote to me when I quit there to go to Mercy for my new job .
May his memory be eternal !
Carol Abraham
May 3, 2024
So sorry to learn of Mark's death. In 2010 as my doctor, he listened to my theory about my health being affected by desert Valley Fever. Valley fever is a fungal infection caused by coccidioides (kok-sid-e-OY-deze) organisms. I was infected while prospecting for gold in AZ. He was also a long time Porsche customer of mine. Mark even got his hands dirty when his 356 Porsche engine needed repair. Such a down to earth guy.
Thomas Bruch
May 3, 2024