Mark Joseph Schweiger

Mark Joseph Schweiger

March 12, 1945 - March 03, 2024

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FITCHBURG - Mark Joseph Schweiger, age 78, of Fitchburg, passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on March 12, 1945, in Duluth, Minn., the son of Joseph and Justine (Ivance) Schweiger.


Mark graduated from Duluth Denfeld High School in 1963. He received his bachelor’s degree in education with a concentration in history from the University of Minnesota - Duluth and a master’s degree in education from the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee.  He served in the U.S. Army National Guard from 1965 until 1979.


Mark taught for ten years and connected well with students, particularly at-risk youth. He left teaching and started working for Western Publishing becoming the national account manager for the iconic Little Golden Book series.


Mark was funny and joyful, always lightening the mood. He loved sports and played hockey, baseball, football, and track. He coached his children's sport teams, belonged to the booster club and attended all of their events. He was a supportive and engaged partner, parent, and friend.


Mark’s passion for classic cars was at a level that couldn't be matched. He liked hot rods and owned many over the years; his 1949 Mercury being a particular favorite. He spent hours washing, polishing, and tinkering on them.


Mark is survived by his life partner, Marsi Schindler; his sons, Scott (Molly) Schweiger, Ryan (Kate) Schweiger and Justin (Lauren) Schweiger; grandchildren, Savannah Schweiger, Avery Schweiger, Max Schweiger, Stella Schweiger and Declan Schweiger; stepsons, Jake (Rebecca Stern) Schindler and Kaleb Schindler; stepdaughters, Grace (Chris Raiser) Schindler and Theanna Schindler; step grandson Koda Schindler; and a brother, Gregg Schweiger. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Justine.


A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON FITCHBURG FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 2950 Chapel Valley Road, Fitchburg, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2024.
 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Mark's name to UW Carbone Cancer Center.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Fitchburg
Funeral & Cremation Care
2950 Chapel Valley Road
(608) 442-5002


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Chris Molnar
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“Mr. Schweiger” was always cheering hard for his children… I first remember it in baseball when I was on the opposite squad… I most remember it in basketball, yelling along with Papa Cvikota and Papa Kleibor… for his son and his son’s team to succeed was clear and vocal. I got to know him a bit in a different context as he was at the WAC often when I was working there. He was courteous and always quick to smile. Every life sustains various stanzas… Mark was always kind to me as he’d most often call “Moley”… I’m thankful to have known Mark Schweiger.
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Gerry Broderick
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Mark and I shared a warm friendship during our days as teaching colleagues at Nathan Hale High School in West Allis, Wisconsin in the early '70's...and I have missed his kind and mirthful presence in my life over all the years since. I will hold him warmly in memory. My sincere sympathy to his family, friends and all who share his loss.
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Randy Sebastian
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Mark and I were good friends. An old school hot rodder from way back. He always stored his Merc at my place for the winter months. We went to a lot of car shows together over the years. My sympathy to Marsi and Marks family. RIP old friend and cruise on.

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