Mark Glaser

Mark Glaser

Mark Glaser Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2011.
GLASER, Mark 1956 - 2011 Mark Anthony Warren Glaser, born July 13, 1956 to Jack and Beppie Glaser, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2011. Mark is survived by his wife of twenty-eight years Mary-Jane, his son Cody and daughter-in-law Tina, his daughter Brooklyn, his stepdaughter Trisha, his father Jack and his brothers Ed and Carl. Mark had many interests and excelled at everything he did, including his career. Mark began working in the Oil & Gas Industry twenty-five years ago on the rigs. He obtained his degree in Petroleum Engineering from the U of A and advanced his career in the industry through a number of positions, including V.P. and C.O.O. of Enco Gas Ltd. and most recently in management at Murphy Oil Co. Mark loved God, his wife, his kids, his family and his friends. He loved exploring and adventuring in the Rocky Mountains and expressed his love of nature through his incredible water colour paintings and photography. Mark's brother Rob shared his love of life and was his companion in many outdoor adventures. They were two of four extraordinary brothers, whose passion and respect for nature was instilled by their proud father Jack. Mark truly did live by the words of his favourite song ""Live Like You Were Dying"" and appreciated all of the adventures life had to offer. Among hiking and skiing at every chance, he recently picked up fly-fishing and kite skiing. Mark loved his annual ""guy"" trips which included hiking, skiing and horseback riding. Mark made it his priority to protect and provide for his family and was a compassionate teacher and counsellor to his children. He was a proud father, and a loving and supportive husband. He and Mary-Jane looked forward to growing old together in Canmore. Anyone that knew Mark, knew that he was a strong and caring man of integrity, selflessness, generosity and humility. Mark would help anyone...anytime. Mark Glaser has touched so many lives and will be indescribably missed by the many who love him dearly. A Celebration of Mark's Life will be held at The Bow Valley Christian Church (5300 - 53 Avenue N.W.) on Friday, January 21, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com . In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Calgary Dream Centre (Telephone 403-243-5598). In living memory of Mark Glaser, a tree will be planted at Big Hill Springs Provincial Park, Cochrane, AB by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Telephone: 403-243-8200.

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January 16, 2012

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January 14, 2012

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March 7, 2011

Patti Prostebby posted to the memorial.

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Lee May

January 16, 2012

Dear MJ, Cody, Brooklyn. I had a sense of peace and joy because I got to think of Mark again today. During this time I wish that peace and joy for you all.
Sincerely, Lee and Christena May

Kate Shewchuk

January 14, 2012

Dear Mary Jane, Cody and Brooklyn,
We'll be thinking about you, Jude, and her family this weekend and remembering Mark and Rob. Again, we are so sorry for your loss and we share your sadness.
Sincerely,
Kate, Ron, Zoe and Jake Shewchuk

North Vancouver

Patti Prostebby

March 7, 2011

Dear Mary Jane and Family
Just wanted you to know that we continue to pray for all of you at this sad time. Even though we didn't have the pleasure of knowing Mark ourselves we knew what a wonderful man he was through things Trish related. How wonderful to know that Mark is with his Heavenly Father and that you will see him again. "Heaven just got a lot more spectacular." God Bless! Doug & Patti Prostebby. (Trish's Auntie Patti & Uncle Doug).

January 21, 2011

Dear MJ
Our deepest sympathies are with you, cody & brooklyn
Sorry to hear about Mark.
always
malou,Jon& Zak Fairhall

Irene Waylett

January 21, 2011

Dear Mare,

I just heard the news last evening of the horrific accident.

I wish I could be there in your time of need as my heart is saddened for you and your family.

I am grateful to have known Mark. A wonderful husband and father.

Love always,
I

January 21, 2011

Mary-Jane....just heard about your loss as we've been out of the city. We are so sorry to hear of this tragic loss. Please be assurred our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Don & Carmella Beavis (Calgary, Ab)

January 21, 2011

I was very sad to hear about Mark. I hope happy memories will bring you comfort. Mark McCalder

January 21, 2011

.We met the Glaser's while Mark was attending U of A in Sherwood Park many years ago and that is where our friendship blossemed and we share many fond memories.

MJ, Cody, Tina & Brooklyn it is with deepest sympathy, we wish you the gift of a memory whenever you need to know, the one you love still walks with you wherever you may go. Art, Candy & Family

Ed Katrusik

January 21, 2011

I had the good fortune to meet Mark at a watercolour weekend, and instantly felt like I had made a great friend, he was a very special person.
I am so sorry for your loss.

Rick and Ellen Breen

January 21, 2011

Mary-Jane,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you, Cody and Brooklyn.

January 21, 2011

Dear MJ, John and I will be thinking about you today as you celebrate Mark's life. I wish we could be there with you but will be there in spirit. With love and many blessings. Rae & John Redekopp

January 20, 2011

MJ & Family. I am truly sad to hear of your tragic loss. I remember the three of us riding to work everyday and I enjoyed those moments with you both. Be strong and let your love and momories carry you through this difficult time. Bev Lewis

Diane Baxendale

January 20, 2011

Dear Mary Jane and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Doris and Brian Beavis

January 20, 2011

We were so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing in such a tragic accident. He was a good man who was taken too soon. Although we hadn't had close contact in recent years, we remember him as a good friend who exemplified what a loving husband and father should be. Our hearts go out to you and your family.

Kate Zimmerman-Shewchuk

January 20, 2011

Dear Mary Jane,
We are so sorry for your loss. It sounds as though Mark and Rob shared many characteristics, among them a great gift for friendship. We are so sorry they are gone.

Patricia Cantwell

January 20, 2011

I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Mark's tragic death. My thoughts and prayers go out to you MJ. I will miss seeing you both in the courtyard at Moraine Ridge.

Karel and Chantal de Lussanet

January 20, 2011

Such a terrible loss, Mark was like a brother to me! We did not meet a lot of times, but whether it was in Canada or in Holland, it always felt very at ease and warm. Chantal and I are in deep shock and are thinking of all the Glaser-cousins, uncle Werner and especially Mary-Jane and Jude and their children. Our children Cecile and Laurens Jan also bring their deepest regrets, they feel intensely sad as well. Lots of strength are we wishing you, Chantal and Karel and also Monique's family and my father Karel

Lee John May

January 20, 2011

MY deepest condolences to all of you at this time. I grew up with Mark, Rob, Eddie and Carl in Glamorgan. Everything you have stated in his eulogy is so true. Once again my heart and prayers are with you.

Eric Nelson

January 20, 2011

I knew Mark from when we were enrolled in Engineering at the U of A. It was a pleasure to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Nathan DeVries

January 20, 2011

Many prayers and condolences for the Glaser family at this hard time. I've only met Mark a couple times, but I could tell he was full of energy and life. Condolences from Nathan and Liz DeVries, Sarah, Nate and Aurora Gurnett, and Tom and Mary-Ann DeVries (Tina's extended family from Edmonton)

Don McLachlan

January 20, 2011

MJ and the Glaser family, words just are not enough to express the loss of a husband, father and friend. Mark was always around when I was growing up and he will always be remembered as a kind, honest, and exceptional person!

Bill & Myrna Ekelund

January 19, 2011

Mary Jane, Cody & Brooklyn: We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We have fond memories of your wonderful family and we know Mark will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time.

Bill, Myrna, Meagan & Jordan Ekelund

Les Davies

January 19, 2011

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I came to know him through a number of "guy hikes" and proudly can say that he was my friend. I'm so glad I had an opportunity to spend such wonderful time on the trail with him.

Monique,Peter,Joost, Michiel and Karel Sr. Verhage-de Lussanet dlS

January 19, 2011

We are still in shock by the lost of our cousins, Mark and Rob. Good memories will be treasured. Their smile reminds us about how they enjoyed live. Wish we could have another family campiing together. Big hug for the whole Family

Claudio S., Alberto S., Anna C., Andrea B. Dinesh G., and many others....

January 19, 2011

From all Snamprogetti Canada team that knows Ed and wants to be close to him and to all the family in this sad moment

Monique De Lussanet de la Sabloniere

January 19, 2011

Dear Mary Jane, Cody and Brooklyn, we are shocked by the loss of Mark and we are so verry sorry for you all, Mark was a great Guy and we are proud that we are family of him and you all.
Take good care and remember him well, we will pray for you all, love from Monique de Lussanet, Peter, Joost and Michiel Verhage from Holland.

Russ & Carol Williams

January 19, 2011

We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Sheri & Tony Herold

January 19, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you both Ed and Carl in this time of incredible sadness. I am honored to of met both your brothers and our hearts go out to all your friends and families.

Lisa Forseth

January 19, 2011

So very sorry for you all and how much you will dearly miss your dad, uncle, husband, friend...
with love and prayers from the Forseth Family (Cody & Tina's aunt/uncle/cousins)

Bob & Patty,Candice Lee

January 19, 2011

January 19 2011
We are so shocked and saddened by the loss of Mark. He was a good man and we we're glad to have known him. We are so sorry for your loss.We will pray for you all in this very difficult time.

Lorie King

January 19, 2011

Lorie King

Gary Metcalfe

January 19, 2011

I enjoyed knowing Mark - he was an exceptional man. So sorry for your loss Mary Jane..

January 19, 2011

Mary Jane, Cody and Brooklyn, Grandpa Jack, Carl and Ed and the families, I am sad for you all. Mark will be missed dearly. I hope that your love for him and his love for you and all the great memories you created together, will comfort you. Love, Vida (Aunt)

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