Mark William Lederer

Mark William Lederer

April 03, 1952 - August 05, 2022

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MADISON - Mark W. Lederer, age 70, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, surrounded by his loving wife of 40 years, Lynn Levin, their daughter, Sarah Levin-Lederer and son-in-law, Sam Johnston. He was born on April 3, 1952, in Milwaukee, Wis., to William and Marjorie (Weis) Lederer. Mark was technically an only child, but his seven first cousins were like siblings in childhood and as adults. Mark also appreciated his relationships with Lynn’s family including parents, siblings, in-laws, nieces and nephew. Most cherished during his life was time spent with family and friends.


While working in the Wisconsin State Senate, at UW Extension in the Chancellor’s office and in the Local Government Center, Mark approached all his activities as a teacher, whether explaining UW Extension to legislators or helping local government officials navigate state and local regulations. In his final job before retiring, Mark taught UW students in the Department of Child and Family Studies about the direct impact of government policy on Wisconsin families. After retiring, Mark continued his commitment to community as a volunteer with the Arc of Dane County.


His death comes after 3 1/2 unexpectedly good years following a diagnosis of stage 4 lung cancer in 2018. Thanks to the Traynor and Bassetti teams at the UW Carbone Cancer Center and the Ahmed team at UW Neurosurgery for the quality of life and longevity during this time.


Due to the ongoing high level of COVID in Dane County, there will be no memorial gatherings. Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care is handling arrangements and Mark will be buried privately at Natural Path Sanctuary.


Please consider donations in Mark’s name to Agrace Hospice and Supportive Care, Jodi Lou Lung Cancer Foundation or UW Carbone Cancer Center. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.



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Thu Aug 11, 2022 @ 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDT
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Kathryn Ambler
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I did not personally know Mark that well. But my husband Mark Patronsky would talk about him periodically. I think they played golf together. Anyway my condolences to you and your family. Kathryn Ambler
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Tom R
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I saw Mark from time to time. What a shining example of compassion, community devotion, and character. I couldn't say enough about the man. My condolences to his family.
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Mary Tygum
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My sympathy to you Lynn and Sarah and family. I remember our 4H days and watching Sarah grow. I know that it sounds formal, but you do have my sincere sympathy. Mary Tygum
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LAURA SATERFIELD
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I worked with Mark when I was at UW-System. He was wonderful and so knowledgeable and such a pleasure to work with on policy issues. He was one of my favorite people to work with state government. My sympathy to your family.
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Dave Harnisch
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We did not hear of Mark's passing until a few days after Christmas Day this year, 2022. I had not seen Mark since about 1980, shortly after he was the best man in our wedding. Sadly, we lost track of Mark and were unable to keep in touch over the years, but thought about him often. Mark was both my roommate and workmate when we worked together at the State Capitol building as legislative aids in the 70's, and he was very dedicated to my brother, the senator, and became close to our family during that time as a very good and supportive friend. Mark and I spent many hours and miles on the campaign trail as well, and we had our good times and our challenges. Our deepest condolences go out to Marks' family for their loss. David and Carol Harnisch, Neillsville, Wisconsin

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