Mark Joseph Tollaksen, 68, of Porter, Indiana, passed away on May 23, 2025. He was born June 6, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late H. Sam and Carolyn (Danhoff) Tollaksen.
Mark began working as a tour guide for the family business, the Deer Park in Wisconsin Dells. After graduating from culinary school, he started his career at several Chicagoland restaurants and hotels before moving to Northwest Indiana where he worked at Valparaiso University in Food Services. Mark was an avid motorsports fan, over 50 years, and enjoyed the opportunity to participate as a racing podcast host for several years. He was also a Chicago Bears and White Sox fan.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Anne, along with Scott (Suzanne) Tollaksen, Chris (Dee) Tollaksen, Jean Tollaksen, and many special cousins, nieces and nephews.
A private service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to victoryjunction.org.
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We’re so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you. -Diane & Bob Daum
I am so saddened to learn of Mark’s passing and will miss him greatly. God bless him. May he be welcomed into the loving arms of his parents, grandparents, and uncles and aunts. Rest in peace. -Susan Phillips
Even though I knew Mark myself, it was Joe who had the most enjoyable and wonderful conversations with Mark about racing. To have a podcast and talk to him about racing, it was true happiness among racing buddies. Blessings to you and peace be with you. -Joe and Ruthanne Slamka
Anne, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. -Bill and Terry Martin
