Mark R. Ungerer died of cancer on Monday, March 27, 1995.  Prior to his death, he was known for his extreme generosity as he donated so much of his valuable time to many worthy community causes.  During the summer of 1977, Mark and his wife, Dottie, were devastated to learn that David, had been diagnosed with leukemia.  David's heroic struggle with his disease ended in his death 5 years later at the age of 15

In 1987, he was one of three original organizers of the Worcester Area Jimmy Fund Tournament, later renamed in his honor; and is now being carried on with the addition of his son David’s name to the event’s title.   

The 2012 Mark & David Ungerer Golf Tournament will support the 15-40 Connection, an organization dedicated to raising cancer awareness among “David’s” – the “invincible” adolescents and young adults – that cancer is the #1 disease-related cause of death in 15-to-40 year olds and to promote health awareness, self-advocacy and action to provide this age group with the lifesaving advantage of early detection.