About This Memory Space
This page was created for Mark H. Schoop's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Mark H. Schoop's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Mark H. Schoop. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
No memories posted yet. Be the first to share a story or memory.
Life & Legacy
Mark Henry Schoop built a remarkable life marked by entrepreneurial drive, unwavering family bonds, and a passion for bringing people together through food, golf, and generous hospitality.
Born in Chicago to Allen and Martha Schoop, Mark grew up in Hammond, Indiana, where he forged lifelong connections at St. Paul's Lutheran School among classmates and teachers he cherished. A 1963 graduate of Hammond High School, he stepped into the family business at Schoop's Hamburgers, transforming it from a local spot into a nationwide favorite after taking the reins early following his father's passing. Beyond business, Mark thrived on hosting gatherings, whipping up meals with flair, and perfecting his swing on the golf course as a dedicated member of Woodmar Country Club and the Western Golf Association. His adventures spanned Northwest Indiana, Rochester, and Vero Beach, Florida, filled with travels alongside close-knit friend groups and joyful family escapes to the lake or sunny spring breaks.
Mark's bold vision turned his father's modest hamburger restaurant into a coast-to-coast chain, creating jobs and delighting customers with consistent quality. His leadership not only preserved a family legacy but expanded it, while his generosity shone through support for causes like the Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation.
Family & Loved Ones
Mark's world revolved around the enduring partnership he shared with high school sweetheart Lois, whom he wed in 1969, nurturing a home filled with two devoted children, Julie Wemhoff and Adam Schoop, plus four energetic grandsons—Connor, Carter, Tyler, and Trevor. His warmth extended to siblings like brother David and his wife Annelie in Sioux City, Iowa, sister Martha Krop in Griffith, and cherished in-laws including Diane Gleason with Jon in Crown Point and John Lindstrom with Linda in Naperville, all enriched by his knack for heartfelt hospitality and readiness to offer aid.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Tributes from across Mark's wide circle echo his magnetic charisma, from the grill-master feasts that drew crowds to his selfless spirit on and off the fairway, painting him as a pillar of joy and community spirit.