Mark "Gofer" Bildings

Mark “Gofer” Bildings, age 70, of De Pere, WI, passed away unexpectedly following a sudden medical event on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the Northwoods that he loved.

He was born on April 22, 1955, in De Pere, WI, son of late John and Idabell (Ambrosius) Bildings. On October 11, 1975, he married Ruth Willems in De Pere, WI.

Mark was a dedicated concrete flat worker who began his career at B&B Construction and retired from IEI General Contractors in 2016. He took great pride in his work and was known for his strong work ethic, comical remarks and always willing to get the job done.

Throughout his life, Mark found joy in the outdoors—especially hunting, fishing, and taking his daily side-by-side rides. Many time you would find him talked to someone in the neighborhood or just purely watching nature. He was a constant presence on the sidelines and showrings, always cheering on his grandchildren or offering thoughtful advice during their games and showings. Mark was rarely still; when he wasn’t outdoors building something, he could be found grilling, cooking, gardening, canning or cutting wood.

Mark was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He was a large believer in living life with no regrets. He was a role model to many and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He cherished his family and was so proud of them.

Mark is survived by his wife, Ruth Bildings, three children Nick, Brenda (Josh) and Billy (Alee); his grandchildren that he adored Tommy, Ava, Zoey, Bennett and Boston; Two brothers, Joe (Carol) and Ray (Paula) Bildings; brother-in-law Kevin Sommerfeld; one sister Dorothy (Dennis) Cashman; one sister in-law Treve Bildings; brother-in-law Bob (Karen), Jerry (MaryAnn), Mike (Julie), Paul (Carol) Henry (Patti) Willems; sister-in-law Rose Marquis, Jane (Bob) Van Den Heuvel; godmother Rose Warpinski and many aunts, uncles and cousins; special friends Mark Schink, Dan Simons and Pete Clabots.

Besides his father and mother, he was preceded in death by; three brothers Donald, Bob and Kenny Bildings; one sister Margaret Sommerfeld and father-in-law Francis, mother-in-law Elizabeth, Bother in-law Dale Willems and Sister-in-law Mary Manders.

Family and friends may visit at St. Mary Catholic Church- Glenmore (5832 Big Apple Road) on Thursday, January 15, from noon until 3:00pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 3:30pm with Fr. Xavier Amirtham, O.Praem officiating. Cotter Funeral and Cremation Care is assisting the family.

Mark’s family would like to send a special Thank You to Florence County Sheriff’s Office, especially to Sheriff D. Behrendt and many individuals that stopped to give a helping hand. Your kindness and compassion were greatly appreciated.