Mark “Cid” Choudek, 63

Mark “Cid” Choudek, 63, of Montgomery, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, at his home. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery with visitation one hour prior at the church. Interment will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Montgomery.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to Holy Redeemer School or Montgomery Community Foundation.

Mark was born on July 17, 1956, in New Prague to Edgerton and Ramona (Ruhland) Choudek. Mark attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School in Montgomery and was a 1974 graduate of Montgomery High School.

Mark was united in marriage to Nanette Swan in 1978 at St. John Lutheran Church in Montgomery and spent the last 24 years with special friend, Michele Calvo. Mark worked construction for Lunda Construction and Montgomery Golf Course.

He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, fishing, golfing, card playing, watching sports, woodworking, and traveling. He was also a member of the Sons of the American Legion

Mark is survived by his children, Codi (David) Dvorak, and Kari Swan; grandchildren, Tanner, Owen, Morgan Dvorak, Erin (Calvin) Leisenheimer, Brandon, Taylor, Jordan Reichel, Theodore, Tyson, and Brooklynn Francis; mother, Ramona McGuire of Montgomery; special friend, Michele Calvo of Montgomery; siblings, Cindy (Bob) Gregor of Chaska, Laurie (Kevin) Thoresen of Shakopee, Paul (Julie) Choudek of Brandon, SD., Nancy (Mike) Maxa of Le Center, Dan (Mickey) Choudek of Prior Lake, Becky (Steve) Smisek of New Prague, and Eric (Jessica) Choudek of Bloomington; and many beloved nieces and nephews; and also step-siblings, Mick McGuire, Colleen (Ted) Wondra, Pat (Roxy) McGuire, Sue (Dave) Gregor, Dan (Marina) McGuire, Brian McGuire, and Maureen (Jeff) Franek.

Mark is preceded in death by his father, step-father, Mike McGuire; and many beloved dogs.

Arrangements are with the Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery. 507-357-6116. On-line condolences may be left at www.schoenbauerfuneralhome.com.