Mark Daniel

Sun Prairie - Mark D. Daniel, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 27, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. He was born on May 26, 1950 in Portsmouth, Ohio, the son of Ralph and Rosemary (Keck) Daniel. Mark was united in marriage to Kathleen Schneider on January 16, 1971 in Dayton, Ohio.

Family was everything to Mark, he deeply cherished their times together. He was a loving and supportive husband, father and grandfather. He was a dedicated and hardworking individual who lived his life by example, truly a loving role model for all who were touched by him.

He was a dedicated member of the Boy Scouts of America, mentoring countless young men. He was honored with the Centurian Award for being an exemplar of the high ideals and purpose of the Order of the Arrow through the BSA. He was awarded several life time services awards through his involvement with the scouts as well.

He is survived by his wife, Kathleen Daniel; children, Aimee (Jason) Fredette, Tadd (Jessica) Daniel and Chris (Sarah) Daniel; grandsons, Daniel Fredette and Tucker Daniel; two brothers, a sister, and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mark was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made in Mark's name to Glacier's Edge Council, BSA 5846 Manufacturers Drive Madison, WI 53704-6278. Attn: Endowment Fund.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Services
1310 Emerald Terrace Sun Prairie
(608) 837-9054