Mark Austad

Mark D. Austad, 47, an Army veteran, of Helena died unexpectedly August 4, 2012 while camping in Dearborn.No services are planned per his request. Schnider Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Mark was a native of Helena, born November 2, 1964. He was a talented artist and writer and attended UGF and served 4 years in the U.S. Army.He married Lori Maugans, the love of his life, December of 1988 in Las Vegas, NV. Mark loved hiking, biking and his dogs. Music was his salvation and he was very eclectic when it came to his choice in music.He is survived by his wife Lori Austad, of Helena, his mother Deanna Melvin, of Santa Ana, CA. sisters; Michelle ( David) Richardson of CA, April Austad of Whidbey Island, WA, Jesse Austad, of Helena, MT, his grandmother, Betty Jean Clayton, of CA. and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth Austad.Memorial donations are suggested to Lewis and Clark Humane Society 2112 E. Custer, P.O. Box 4455, Helena, MT. 59604