Mark Lorenz

Mark P. Lorenz, 54, of Sheboygan died unexpectedly on Sunday morning, August 28, 2011 at the Aurora Grafton Medical Center. Mark was born on July 6, 1957 in Sheboygan, the son of John and Cecilia (VanDeKreeke) Lorenz. He attended Sheboygan Falls schools and graduated from St. Lawrence Seminary High School in Mount Calvary in 1975. Later he attended Lakeland College and Cardinal Stritch College. Mark was a talented floral designer and owned the Flower Studio in Sheboygan Falls. Most recently Mark worked at the Flower Cart in Sheboygan. Mark was very instrumental in the creation and success of the Sheboygan County Festival of Trees from its inception. He loved to entertain family and friends, especially during holidays, and was an outstanding cook. He was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and a longtime supporter of Sheboygan Falls Falcons athletic teams. He enjoyed traveling and shopping. Mark had a wonderful sense of humor. He will be missed by his family whom he loved dearly, especially his niece and two nephews. He is survived by his parents, Jack and Ceil Lorenz of Sheboygan Falls; three brothers, Steven (Kristine), Michael, and William Lorenz, all of Sheboygan Falls; a niece and goddaughter, Theresa Lorenz; and two nephews, Adam and Joseph Lorenz. Mark is also survived by uncles, aunts, cousins, and many friends. Mark was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Lillian Lorenz, John and Huberta VanDeKreeke; a step grandmother, Wilma VanDeKreeke; and several uncles and aunts. A funeral to celebrate Mark's life will be held at Blessed Trinity Parish in Sheboygan Falls on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at 7 pm with the Rev. Bob Lotz officiating. Burial will take place at St. Mary Cemetery in Sheboygan Falls. Friends may greet the family at Blessed Trinity Parish on Wednesday from 3 pm until the time of the Mass at 7 pm. For online condolences and additional information, please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com A memorial fund is being established in his memory for the Sheboygan Falls Falcons Booster Club. The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is serving the Lorenz family.Reception:Blessed Trinity Parish327 Giddings AvenueSheboygan Falls, WI 53085

Visitation

Wednesday, August 31, 2011 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Blessed Trinity Parish
327 Giddings Avenue Sheboygan Falls 53085, United States

Service

Wednesday, August 31, 2011 7:00 PM
Blessed Trinity Parish
327 Giddings Avenue Sheboygan Falls 53085, United States