Mark Lawrence Schulte
September 19, 1953 - December 17, 2015
Obituary
FITCHBURG- Mark L. Schulte, age 62, passed away at home on Dec. 17, 2015. He was born in Great Lakes, Ill. on Sept. 19, 1953, to Lawrence and Virgiline Schulte. As a child of a military family, Mark lived in Germany as well as several other places throughout the United States. His family moved to Madison in 1969. He graduated from West High School in 1971 and received a B.S. in Education from UW Madison in 1976. Mark married the love of his life, Sue, on June 19, 1976. Mark then began his career as a teacher in Oregon, Wis. His outgoing and charismatic personality made him a much loved teacher. Mark then began a successful career in medical imaging sales with both Philips then G.E. Medical. Mark's life passions included – entertaining family and friends, especially during the holidays, playing guitar, collecting music and film memorabilia, and enjoying golf and poker with friends. Mark was preceded in death by his best friend and father, Larry. He is survived by his mother, Virgie; his soul-mate and wife, Sue; two beautiful children, Luke (Heidi) and Erin Rago (Chris); and granddaughter, Charlotte Rago. He also leaves behind two loving brothers, David (Maryon) and Greg; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; as well as many dear cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Mark was a people person with a gregarious and fun-loving spirit. We love you Mark and we will hold forever in our hearts, the legacy you left of kindness, generosity and warmth. A private mass will be celebrated. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. James Catholic School. Say not in grief: "He is no more", but live in the thankfulness that he was. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Jean McCormick
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We are so saddened to hear of your loss Sue and Family. Our heart goes out to you at this difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeanne McCormick and all of the McCormick family
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Leslie Farmer
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Rest in peace, dear cousin. Your laughter and warmth made our lives better. You will be deeply missed.
Love,
Leslie
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Mark and Brenda Fischer
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We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
Mark and Brenda Fischer
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Barb Jung
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Dear Sue and family,
We are totally shocked and incredibly sad to hear of Mark's passing! We've been flooded by so many memories of all those fun times we had together back in the day. And the times we'd run into each other recently were always a great connection!
Just can't believe this news...can hear Mark's booming laughter ...thinking of him and all of you.
May his love, good memories, family, and friends carry you through these difficult times.
Prayers, blessings, and love
Barb and Mark Jung
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Alan Larson
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Sue so sorry to hear about Mark. I have been trying to reach him on his Facebook page. I am shock to hear this sad news. I was talking to Scott Boyd's wife and she mentioned that Scott had been in to see Scott a bout a new guitar for your son. He was such a close friend I feel bad we lost contact. My heart goes out to you and your kids.
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Collette
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Dear Erin and Chris, my condolences to you and your family. I pray that you find comfort and peace with each other. I am sending you lots of love and my prayers. Love, Collette and Jeff