Mark D Runkel
August 12, 1954 - April 24, 2019
Obituary
COTTAGE GROVE-Mark D. Runkel, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, at UW Hospital surrounded by family. He bravely fought melanoma for several years, dying of complications from it. He was born, Aug. 12, 1954, in Madison, to Dudley and Katherine “Mary” (Lukes) Runkel. Mark graduated from LaFollette High School in 1972. He married his high school sweetheart, Toni Reynolds, in 1976. Mark worked for the State of Wisconsin for over 40 years in several different departments. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with family, watching and playing sports, especially tennis and golf, with friends and family. His greatest joy was being a “ Papa” to his three grandchildren and spending quality time with his family. Mark is survived by his wife, Toni; sons, Benjamin (Christin) Runkel and Nathan (Julia) Runkel; grandchildren, Cole and Jackson Runkel, and Connor Runkel; brother, Robert (Colleen) Runkel; In-laws, Lyle and Darlene Reynolds; sisters-in-law, Yvonne Orr and Debbie (John Kalson) Runkel- Kalson; brother-in-law, Robert (Jo Somers) Reynolds. Also, many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Michael Runkel and Patrick (Richard Sims) Runkel; and brother in law, Todd Reynolds. A Memorial Service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Mark’s name to the UW Carbone Center or Agrace HospiceCare. The family would like to thank all the staff on B6/6 and the team at the Melanoma clinic for all the tender loving care they gave to Mark and his family during this difficult time. Online condolences can be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
608-221-5420
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Memorial Service
Sat May 4, 2019 @ 10:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Brad Palmer
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So very, very sorry, Toni and family. Love and sympathy to all.
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Andy and Ruth Bratz
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A patient deer hunter and big time Badger Football fan. Up in a tree stand listening to the Badgers play with a Monster Buck no more than 50 yards away and he didn't know it was there. I saw it and missed it being in awe of it's presence. The hunt will never be the same without Mark . Our deepest sympathies to all. Andy and Ruth Bratz
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Kelly Clark
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Devil’s Head Resort. Mark with a trusty seven-wood.
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Dan Douglas
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Toni, I know this is very traumatic for you and your family as it is for all of us. I hope you and your family can find peace in your heart with the memories that you can take with you forever. I have many memories growing up with Mark in the Schenk neighborhood and our baseball playing days and just growing up as kids. He will be missed by many. Take care and our prayers are with you. Dan and Linda.
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Dan O'Brien
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I'm so sorry to hear about this Toni...praying for you & your family. He was a great man, enjoyed talking to both of you at the concerts on the square. He will be missed.
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Erin hernandez
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Toni I am so sorry to hear about Marks passing. You are in my thoughts always.