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Mark Severson Obituary
Mark Frederick Severson
Nov. 21, 1951 - June 15, 2022
Mark Frederick Severson, 70, died peacefully in the comfort of his home on the morning of June 15, 2022, after a long battle with heart and lung disease. Mark was born to Eugene and Barbara (Schimelfenig) Severson on November 21, 1951, and graduated from Sun Prairie High School in 1969.
Mark married the love of his life, Marcia, in 1984, and they moved to Fort Mohave, Arizona in 2014 to enjoy their days in the sun after retiring from Madison Coffee & Vending. His family and friends meant the world to him and they shared many wonderful adventures. Mark enjoyed his years being part of softball and bowling teams in Sun Prairie and De Forest and was an avid Nascar and Wisconsin sports fan - Go Pack!
Mark is survived by his wife, Marcia (Brace) Severson; children: Bryan (Nicky) Severson, Chad (Susan) Pergande, Leah (Chris) Westphal; grandchildren: Devan, Trevor, Treyton, Erick, Tristan and Kael; great-granddaughters: Autumn, Nora and another on the way; brothers: Dave (Cindy) Severson and John (Jennifer) Severson; step-mother, Madelyn Severson; step-brothers, in-laws and extended family.
Thank you to River Valley Hospice and all our family and friends for your support. A Celebration of Life will be held in Wisconsin in the coming weeks.
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JoAnn (Rattmann) Christian
July 26, 2022
I am sorry to hear that Mark, a high school classmate, has passed away. Glad I had the opportunity to visit with him at our 50 year HS class reunion in 2019. My condolences to Mark's family ...
Debi Horner (Iturbide)
June 20, 2022
I a deeply sorrowed for the loss of Mark. He was a great co-worker and friend. My sincere condolences Marcia and family, he will truly be missed by all who knew him. Rest in peace buddy
Debbie Beich
June 19, 2022
Madelyn, My deepest sympathies to you and your family on your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Binky Leto
June 19, 2022
My deepest condolences to you and the whole family
He truly was a great uncle and will be sadly missed
Hugs and Prayers sent to you Aunt Marcia
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