Mark John Nuernberg

Mark J Nuernberg of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on July 16, 2024. Mark was born on May 12, 1961 to parents Elmer and Genevieve (nee Kotowicz) in Milwaukee. He graduated from Hamilton High School and enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1979 as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for jet fighter aircraft. Mark’s first Air Force assignment was at K.I. Sawyer Air Force Base (AFB) Michigan, where he served as a Crew Chief on the F-106 aircraft. In 1985, Mark was selected to join the prestigious United States Aerial Demonstration Squadron, “Thunderbirds” where he maintained the F-16 aircraft and in 1987 was selected as Crew Chief of Thunderbird #3. His other assignments included Hahn Air Base, Germany where he was deployed to Saudi Arabia in 1991 to maintain F-16 aircraft vital to repel the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. Mark also served as an F-16 Maintenance Supervisor at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho and retired from active duty in 1999. After his military service, Mark was a member of the grounds crew at Bluemound Country Club in Milwaukee, ensuring the guests had the finest golfing experience. He was an avid fan of the Milwaukee Brewers and was honored as “Hero of the game” in August during the 2022 season. He also cheered on the Wisconsin Badgers and the Green Bay Packers attending home games throughout the years. Mark and Janice frequently traveled to the family cabin in Crivitz, Wisconsin to enjoy the serenity of the Northwoods. Beloved husband of Janice (nee Manthei). Loving brother of Kenneth (Maryann) Nuernberg, Gregory (Joni) Nuernberg, James Nuernberg, and Elizabeth Nuernberg. Brother-in-law to Marlene (Bryan) Narewski, Karen (Sid) Hennekens, and Paul (Julie) Manthei. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Genevieve (nee Kotowicz) Nuernberg. Mark will be sorely missed and never forgotten by his family, many friends, fellow Veterans and especially his former Thunderbird team members. We would like to thank the staff, doctors and nurses at Froedtert Hospital and the VA Hospital in Milwaukee for their tireless, loving care of Mark. Visitation Wednesday, July 24 from 3:00 – 6:00 PMROZGA FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES – ROZGA-WALLOCH CHAPEL with Funeral Service at 6:00 PM. Interment July 31 1:00 PM at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery (21731 Spring St, Union Grove)(Please meet at cemetery). In lieu of flowers, donations to the family to help cover funeral expenses are appreciated. Rozga Funeral & Cremation Services Rozga-Walloch Chapel 4309 South 20th Street Milwaukee, WI 53221