April 25, 1925 – June 3, 2010


Orlene J. Mark of Waukesha died Thursday, June 3, 2010, at LindenGrove in Waukesha at the age of 85. She was born April 25, 1925, in Waupun, the daughter of Ernest and Elsa (Schulz) Lenz. Orlene was united in marriage to Gilbert H. Mark on May 12, 1951, in Waupun; he preceded her in death July 19, 2008. She was employed at James Shoe Co. for 13 years, first in Waupun then in Waukesha. She later worked at Elmbrook Hospital in the finance department, then at J.C. Penney until retirement.

She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Julie Mark of Waukesha; son, Thomas Mark of Waukesha; and grandson, Anthony Mark.

In addition to her husband Gilbert, she was preceded in death by her brother, Norman Lenz, and her parents.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until the 2 p.m. memorial service Sunday, June 13, at Christ the Victor Lutheran Church, 15700 W. Coffee Road, New Berlin. The Rev. Brian Hooper will preside.

For further information, please call Randle-Dable Funeral, Cremation and Preplanning Services at 547-4035 or go to www.waukeshafunerals.com to leave an online tribute.