Mark TeLindert

Mark W. TeLindert, 72, of Cedar Grove, died on Friday night, May 25, 2012, at his home surrounded by his family. Mark was born April 1, 1940 in Sheboygan to Willard and Pearl (Klug) TeLindert. He graduated from Cedar Grove High School in 1959 and attended Lakeshore Technical College's agricultural courses. Mark took over the family dairy farm in the Town of Holland, where his cows were very special to him. He was also part owner of Agri-Liquid Fertilizer Company. Mark was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Random Lake where he served on the church council. He was also a member of the NFO (National Farmers Organization), Beaver Creek Saddle and Bridal Club, and charter member of the Amsterdam Lions Club. Mark enjoyed playing cards, ice fishing, gardening, and fixing machinery (he could fix anything). He shared a love for the Packers. On September 24, 2001, Mark received a new heart and kidney. He was a four year melanoma cancer survivor, aided greatly by his unsurpassed will and faith. He lived with lots of hope, but also plenty of pain, uncertainty, and constant changes. Mark was a true optimist. He always looked on the bright side and was an inspiration to many. He will always be remembered for his loving, caring nature, and generosity. Mark will be deeply missed by his wife, his family, and by all who knew him. Those Mark leaves behind to cherish his many memories include: his wife, Renee; three daughters, Amy (Keith) Kopischke of Appleton and their son Alexander, Sally Kauth of Clintonville and her children Clayton, Caroline, Clinton, Mary-Peggy (Richard) Westphal of New London and their children Valerie, Dan, Allison; one son, Joel (Samantha) TeLindert of Clintonville and their daughter Olivia; one sister, Ruth Ann (Richard) VerStraate of Sheboygan; two nieces, Kay (Nicholas) Papageorgio and Julie (Buck) Strutz; three step-daughters, Nicole (Christopher) Strysick, Crystal (Nick Pulos) Schroeder, Ashley (Jeff Schuette) Schroeder, all of Cedar Grove; father and mother-in-law, Howard and Marilyn Thiede; two sisters-in-law, Rhonda (Wayne) Klug and Rochelle (Tom) Frank; his special helpers, Sarah Duenk, Mike Duenk, and Paul Heinemann; his dogs, Eddie and Abby; other relatives and many friends. Mark was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services to celebrate Mark's life will be at 1:30 pm on Thursday, May 31, 2012 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Random Lake with Rev. Ned Dorau officiating. Interment will be at St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Sherman. Relatives and friends may greet Mark's family from 4-8 pm on Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg and on Thursday, at church, from 12:30 pm until the time of the service at 1:30 pm. A memorial fund is being established in Mark's name. For online condolences and more information, please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com Mark's family would like to give special thanks to the staff at St. Nicholas Hospital Home Health and Hospice, and Dr. Mark Bettag for their wonderful care and compassion. Be faithful, even to the point of death, and I will give you the crown of life. Revelations 2:10 The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg (920-564-2771) is serving the TeLindert family.Reception:St Paul Lutheran Church RL705 Grand AvenueRandom Lake, WI 53075

Visitation

Wednesday, May 30, 2012 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wenig Funeral Home - Oostburg
108 Center Ave. Oostburg 53070, United States

Visitation

Thursday, May 31, 2012 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
St Paul Lutheran Church RL
705 Grand Avenue Random Lake 53075, United States

Service

Thursday, May 31, 2012 1:30 PM
St Paul Lutheran Church RL
705 Grand Avenue Random Lake 53075, United States