Mark Markowicz Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2018.

Mark Alexander Markowicz May 12, 1961 - January 25, 2018 Mark Alexander Markowicz May 12, 1961 - January 25, 2018 With his family by his side. Mark leaves behind his wife Gayle, daughter Leah, son Randy and 3 beautiful grandsons. Instead of flowers, Donations can be made to your local SPCA or Burnaby General Hospital. The Celebration of Life will be on February 24, 2018 at the Marine Drive Golf Course located at 7425 Yew Street in Vancouver from 1pm-4pm

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July 29, 2018

Family

Lenore McMillan

I am so sorry to hear. My greatest sympathies to his family.

July 28, 2018

Family

Lenore McMillan

Was so surprised to hear. My condolences to the family.

May 12, 2018

mark was not only a friend but like a brother over the years we did a lot of crazy and wild things when ever you see mark he was always be so happy to see you and always took the time to say hi and talk we had a lot of fun together mark was not only a true friend but a gentleman even when mad he still would smile until we meet again my friend R I P my friend

February 24, 2018

Graham Coulthard

Mark was a good friend and a stand up guy. Mark, next time I'm in Maui, I'll toast to you! Thanks for all the good advice, you'll be missed.

February 24, 2018

Gordon T

Mark was a great colleague and a good friend to me. He was brilliant, funny, kind, and always ready to help in any way he could. We often laughed together and shared quiet confidences that led to a strong bond between us. I still get teary-eyed when I re-read the personal note he gave me when I retiredlike Mark, it was straight up and right from the heart. Can't believe you're gone my friend. I miss you a lot.

February 22, 2018

Colleen Adams

I will miss Mark very much at the lanes. He was always so happy go lucky. I will never forget him putting a bowling ball name on Bills's head with black thumb tape!

February 22, 2018

Nancy B

I worked with Mark for almost 10 years in his role as an account rep at Hemlock. He was a patient and passionate teacher, vacation advisor, bad humour sharer....and friend.

February 19, 2018

Paul Townsend

Sorry sorry to hear of the passing of my old friend. Mark and I first met in kindergarten and were friends throughout our school years. He was a great guy... so many fond memories. My condolences to all Mark's family.

February 19, 2018

Gary Siu

After hearing of Mark's passing a couple weeks ago I'm still in shock. I was fortunate to have reconnected with Mark last year at Hemlock. We laughed like we used to 40+ years ago! Mark will always be remembered for his smile, laughter, generosity and that Olds Cutlass. Rest in Peace my old friend - until we do that long smokey burn-out down Number Three Road again.

February 11, 2018

My condolences to the Markowicz family. I went to high school (Richmond High) with Mark - He was such a kind person with a heart of gold and will be sadly missed.
With sincere sympathy,
Tina (Siltberg) Giustino

February 11, 2018

Christina Duns

Mark was an incredible genuine person who I had the pleasure to know. Always smiling, warm and kind. We will miss your wisdom and your presence in our lives forever. Love you uncle Mark. All our love to Gayle, Leah, Randy, Cam, Jessica and their beautiful children ~ Duns Family

February 11, 2018

Leah Anderson

Daddy I miss you so much. You worked so hard to make sure I had a good life. When I was off track you fought to get me back on track, when I was sad you always knew how to make me smile. I am grateful for you walking me down the aisle on my wedding day and being able to hold and cuddle your grand babies. I love you daddy and I know you loved me too.

February 7, 2018

Jen

I worked with Mark for many years and so admired his professionalism, his dedication to the job, and his kindness and generosity. He's left quite a legacy and will be greatly missed.

February 6, 2018

Ross Ruddick

I, along with so many in the softball community, am saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He was an opponent on the field of play, a fellow team administrator and, most of all, a friend.

Gayle and family our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Sadly my wife and I will be unable to attend the celebration of life as we will be out of town...we will be thinking of you.

February 5, 2018

Matt Warburton

Finding it hard to fathom that Mark won't be at the other end of the line when I have tricky technical printing questions! He was such a wonderful guy to work with, so knowledgable, yet always warm and friendly. The whole team here at UBC Brand & Marketing will miss him. Our condolences to his wife and family.

February 4, 2018

Dale Jaroszuk

We are sorry to hear about Mark's passing, I will always remember what a good friend he was and all the good times we had, fixing cars and making them go fast. Mark I will miss ya, Dale and Gaby Jaroszuk

February 4, 2018

Carmen (Lang) Tessier

I am deeply saddened to hear the news about Mark's passing. Mark and I were childhood friends who grew up in the same neighborhood in Richmond. I hold many dear memories of Mark and would like to extend my deepest condolences to all of Mark's family.

February 3, 2018

Rose and Bill Challenger

We are saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He was always our go-to person for all our corporate publishing needs, and always so helpful. We extend our condolences to his family and all the people at Hemlock. Cannon Bar Works Ltd.

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