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Mark Leasure Obituary

Mark Scott Leasure, loving husband, father and friend to many in the Lodi community passed away suddenly on Monday August 17th at the age of 61.
Mark was born in Lakewood, Ohio and moved to Pleasant Hill, California in 1969. He attended and graduated from California State University Chico in the field of printing. It was in Chico where he met his wife, Sue, of 35 years.
Mark is preceded in death by mother Maxine and his brother Bob. He is survived by his wife Sue, two sons Andrew and Max, father Robert and his wife Sherry.
Mark was well known throughout Lodi as an avid softball player. You could often find him on the weekends playing guitar and singing with his best friend Ken Peterson at local wineries. Hailing from Ohio, Mark faithfully remained a Cleveland Browns Backer as well chanting "Never Give Up on the Tribe". Mark worked for G-3 Enterprises Closure Division, a Gallo Family affiliate, for 15 years in New Product Development and Customer Service. He loved his job, the company, and the people within the organization. They each loved him back while commonly referring to his ability to "create lots of magic" in the workplace.
In lieu of flowers, please spread his legacy by donating to The American Cancer Society and/or The American Heart Association. Memorial Services will be held at a later date to be determined.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lodi-News Sentinel on Aug. 28, 2015.

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Sue Leasure

October 21, 2015

Funeral Service for Mark Leasure will be on October 30th, at St. Joachim Catholic Church, Lockeford CA at 2:00PM.
Reception to follow at the church hall.
Brown and orange are the colors of Mark's favorite team, the Cleveland Browns. It was be wonderful to show Mark in dressing in these colors in lieu of black.
Thank you to everyone that has posted such kind words.

Ken Peterson

October 6, 2015

Sue my prayers go out to you daily! I want so much for you, Andrew and Max to find peace an comfort in this time of unthinkable pain. Mark and I were closer than brothers and I know that we both say the same prayer for your healing and to find the peace that surpasses all understanding! I will always be here for all of you! God's speed always. With great love & respect Ken

September 2, 2015

Mark will be missed on MONDAY AND Thursday night softball games. He always had a smile on his face.
Randy and Bonnie Kiedrowski

Kevin Vondergeest

September 2, 2015

Sue & family, the staff at Lodi Health Fitness will greatly miss Mark. Over the years I've personally had many great conversations with Mark and I know the others have as well. He was such an approachable, good spirited guy. Our deepest condolences to you and yours.

God bless,
Kevin Vondergeest

Henk Hommes

September 1, 2015

Over the years Mark has become a great friend besides being a business partner. He is one of the most kindest, correct and proffessional busines partner you could ever wish for. His thank you emails were very appreciated in Germany, and made my live very easy to get things done for him. I will miss our games of guessing music, our conversations and his hug when I came to visit him. I am sure you will rest in peace Mark. Henk Hommes Actega Rhenania. The Netherlands/ Germany

Kim Camacho Wessels

August 31, 2015

Reading Mark's obit makes it all too real - and I am crushed again.
Seems like we all remember the same things that made Mark, Mark - his music, his smile and sweet demeanor.
Sue my heart is breaking thinking of you sitting without Mark at Max's wedding this weekend. Know that all your Zeta sisters will be there in spirit holding you up.
Love you.

August 30, 2015

Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this most difficult & tragic time. I played Big Valley Softball with Mark. Our lives are touched by his kindness & humor. We will always remember him & hold him up in prayer.
May our Lord comfort you. Many prayers to all of you, Mark & Jolinda Weeks

Justin Minteer

August 29, 2015

One of the greatest individuals to have ever been employed under. Everything I know about color/ink matching, and everything about the band Chicago, I learned from him. He will truly be missed.

Bette Baltzer

August 29, 2015

Thinking of you Sue, Andrew & Max and all your family! Sending hugs!

August 29, 2015

We are a better people for having had Mark as a friend. He will be missed. We hold dear all the wonderful memories.
Sue, Andrew, Max, may peace be with you.
love, Beth & Brian, Megan & Kelley

Randy Green

August 28, 2015

Mark was a Great friend to me and everyone that played softball I played with him on his team or him on one of the other teams for the last 8 years he was always happy smiling and having a great time he always wore his Indians hat and had a big smile. I talked to him a lot this year being on my team we had a lot of laughs and a good time playing I will miss him and his big smile he always had along with the good friend he was I know the Lord is with him and will take great care of him. My heart goes out to his Wife and kids and family and wish all them the best. I will miss him. Randy Green.

American Heart Association

August 28, 2015

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

August 28, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Beach you were one of a kind. Chico, the Oasis and late night sing alongs will never be the same. RIP Beach. :(

Tom Harvey

August 28, 2015

Beach...I'm still waiting for that phone call. I'm setting the ring tone on my phone to the theme from "Twilight Zone" so I'll make sure to answer. Sure gonna miss you my friend.

Sharon Biasca

August 28, 2015

I am sitting at a tiki bar in Delaware. The solo act just played "The Weight," which always brings me back to The "O" and Beach sitting on the bar playing his guitar and singing. And smiling, always smiling. Good guy, good times.

Tina Barclay

August 27, 2015

Beach....words cannot express the sorrow I am feeling from this sudden loss....but I can say that I was one of the lucky ones to have known you. Your humor and kindness was just a small special part of you and I know you are still strumming your guitar and singing away up above waiting for us to join you again one day. I am thinking of you, Sue and your boys and will always have a special place in my heart for you! Love youBeach!!

Brad Beardsley

August 27, 2015

BEACH... You are missed and loved by so many. You were always one of my favorite Fraternity Brothers. It was always fun to jam with you and Ken, and am sure you are now jamming with the Angels Choir. Rest in Peace my Friend, With Love... BF

Kathy Rosendin

August 27, 2015

So many great memories, always a greeting and smile. Loved your entertaining, you put up with us singing along. You'll be sorely missed. Blessings to Sue and your family❤

Frank Shore

August 27, 2015

It has been decades since college my frat/pledge brother/ friend. Still in shock. We will all be seeing you in a few.

Patrik & Nicole Milligan

August 27, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss.

Mark Bug Richards

August 27, 2015

To my dear friend Beach. You always had a smile and a nice word to say. I felt closer to you than my own brother. You are loved and will be missed. I hope you're hanging with Rockin Rompel and playing some sweet music. Love you my friend. RIP

Mike Downing

August 27, 2015

Hey, Buddy you will be missed! The great pleasure and anticipation I felt when you and Kenny came to the two bars I was affiliated with played with your special brand of talent, humor and chemistry was something I'll never forget. And the post concert BBQ at Phil Giammona's house was special! Goodbye, Dear Friend.

Your laugh and smile will be dearly missed. You touched many hearts at G3 and you will forever be remembered!

Nora Guzman

August 26, 2015

Sue Garrett Cordes

August 26, 2015

I just heard the news last night from Debbie Hartman. How very sad. While its been years, I remember what a great guy Mark was from back in the day. My prayers are with you and your family, Sue.

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