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for Mark Helm
Ted Bernhard
April 1, 2009
My condolences to Mark?s family. I knew him well from our days at Bates and his few years in New York City. Mark was a great man who had a wonderful provocative intellect that brought new life to the world. I remember one of our first freshmen classes together at Bates, political science, where he sat in the front row and not only knew the answers to questions but challenged the professor on the Founding Father?s true motivation for starting a revolution and fledging democracy (economic rather than ideological). I think many of us knew then Mark would make a great lawyer and contributor to society. Another example of his thought-provoking nature was when Mark and Ian Edmondon had a college radio talk show on Sunday nights that got a large part of the college community listening as they explored controversial local issues at the college in a light hearted way (sports, politics, bio-engineered food). Mark had a great sense of humor that involved elaborate Monty Python style wit. Ten years ago at a party in New York, he along with Ian had my now wife convinced I was a star track athlete at Bates (far from the truth). He once called up a televised sports talk show from my apartment, got on the air with the two hosts, and for about 5 minutes asked some really interesting sports questions and then set them up by saying he had a really important question: ?If the earth were flat, where would the water go?? This was followed by about 20 seconds of two televised sportscasters looking blankly into the camera ? during which the two guys may have actually been trying to think up an answer. Mark was brave and reached outside daily life, and not just in being a PD in New York City or Salt Lake. He once traveled to hear an unknown politician make his very early pitch for being the next President; Mark approached the candidate, spoke with him and even got his picture taken with the candidate, a real close up with their faces almost touching cheek to cheek. It was Bill Clinton.
Mark will be missed, and his time with us too too short. But I am so grateful I knew him, my life has been richer for it.
Jesseca Timmons
February 4, 2009
I am so shocked to hear of Mark's death. I knew him a little it at Bates and remember him as so tall, handsome, charming, and funny. What a terrible loss for all. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
Tommy Johnson
January 13, 2009
Mark is my dear Friend; and Always will be...
Frank Romero
January 12, 2009
Bob & Laura,
We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. You are an amazing family that we love dearly. May God's peace be with you and give you strength now and always.
Frank, Shirley, Cambria and Ozzie
Marcelo Sanabria
January 8, 2009
Vero...wow...What can I say besides I'm sorry for your loss. I hope you find enough strengh from the lord to hold on and beat the pain!
Best regards
Friends at Fellowship Hall
January 8, 2009
Our deepest condolences go out to the family in your time of loss. It was an honor, a pleasure and a privilege to share with and to be with Mark. He taught us much, and was so willing to learn as well. Thanks for the donuts buddy. You are forever in our hearts. Until we meet again, may God keep you and hold you in His loving arms.
Jorge Contreras
January 7, 2009
Veronica,
I'm sorry to hear about your lost. My condolences for you and his family. I'll keep you in my prayers
Ramon Moreno
January 6, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my prayers. I have had two friends lose their fathers over the holidays.
Chris and Patricia Vinegra
January 5, 2009
It seemed like we knew Mark for only a short time and it's sad to think that the world will lose his talents, his sense of humor, and his passion. We knew Mark mainly as fans of RSL and our fondest memory of him will be jumping up and down hugging as a group a month before he died after witnessing RSL make the playoffs. We are both really sad for your loss and it leaves a hole in our hearts.
Cindy Smith
January 5, 2009
To Mark's Family: I was Mark's classmate at TLC in 2004. Mark was one of the brightest, funniest people I have ever known. He was a down-to-earth person and an incredibly gifted lawyer. His absence leaves a very big hole in all of our hearts. I am so sorry for your (and our) loss.
Dan Powers
January 4, 2009
Bob and family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers.
The Powers Family
Sylvia y Javier Perez-Garcia
January 4, 2009
Vero: Lo siento muchisimo. Desde RD te mandamos un beso Javy y yo.
Suzanne Lieppe
January 3, 2009
Vero, I am so sorry for your loss.
Eduardo Contreras
January 3, 2009
Mark certainly was a leader and a pleasure to know - having a parent from Venezuela and Merida have a special connection to this family and of course Mark's connection to my father's country and concern for those most in need in our society, may the family be blessed in Him.
Gabriel Andari
January 2, 2009
Vero
A pesar de tener tanto tiempo sin vernos, me dio mucha tristeza esta noticia. Lo lamento de corazon y aunque no conozco los detalles espero que tengas a fuerza para superar tan lamentable perdida. Me gustaria vernos en Caracas.
Lucy Terry
January 2, 2009
We are so sorry for all of us - the loss of a son, a brother, an uncle and as a nephew. We are proud of Mark, he was a wondeful man and had many accompolishments and honors in his young life. I feel strongly that he is in a safe happy place with our Father in Heaven and that we will all join him sometime. Love forever and always, Aunt Lucy
Renee Lyman
December 31, 2008
Dear Bob, Laura, Family and Friends,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I only knew Mark briefly in this life, but knew he was a very kind, gentle and loving person. My heart goes out to those who will bear his loss. God bless you all. May you find peace and comfort in your heart and souls.
Most Sincerely,
Renee Lyman
Ricardo De Armas Massaguer
December 29, 2008
Our family wil miss you for ever. We are very sorry for the loss of Mark. Very sad times under this circunstance. God will be with him.
John Tooker
December 29, 2008
I was sad to hear of Mark's passing. I got to know him a bit at Bates and loved his sharp sense of humor and his view of the world. We had spoken only a few times since graduating, mostly when he was raising money for Bates, but I remember him fondly. A class act.
MR Hughes, a/k/a Speedlimit
December 29, 2008
I walked into work this morning and was informed about Mark's passing. I met Mark only once, but we shared a great week together this summer in Wyoming. I observed Mark do a "closing statement" in an exercise that was out-of-this world. I knew after watching this, that he was a phenominal lawyer. Not only that, but getting to spend a week around Mark I was blessed with his great sense of humor and his incredible intelligence. I got the sense that he did great things for his clients. I am just sad that our paths will not cross again in this world, but at the same time I feel so fortunate to have gotten the chance to meet this man and share the time with him that I did, as I know I am a better human being for meeting and getting to know Mark Helm!
You will be missed brother!!!
Maria Teresa Sucre
December 27, 2008
I'm so very sorry for the loss of Mark. Peace be with him and family.
Kathy Bamford
December 27, 2008
Very sorry to hear about the loss of Mark. My condolences.
Kathy Bamford (a fellow Batesie)
Gerardo y Vilma De Sola
December 26, 2008
We are impress and dont know what to say, sorry
Gerardo y Vilma De Sola
Teri Deardorff
December 26, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Ken Assor
December 26, 2008
No sabia que estabas casada todavia, mi mas sentido pesame.
Rahul Kumar
December 26, 2008
Dear Helm family,
I am sorry about this sudden sad happening. I prey for peace and blessing and God to be with you all at this time.
Rahul Kumar
806 290 7525
Stacey Jackson
December 25, 2008
Laura and Robert,
I am so sorry for your loss and so sad for your sweet kids to have lost their uncle. You are such an amazing family.
Shahrzad Talieh
December 24, 2008
I met Mark on the Seminar Committee of the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. We shared the same vision for UACDL and he worked tirelessly to make that vision a reality. The thing is, working with Mark was never work. He was, and will always be, one of the wittiest, brightest, and gentlest souls I have ever known. I remember we used to spend our Saturdays scouting locations for UACDL seminars, driving around Sundance for example, and listening to music in the car. Time passed quickly when you were with Mark. I loved him very much and will keep his spirit in my heart always. To his friends and family, please accept my deapest sympathy for your tragic loss, may your fond memories of him keep his spirit alive in your hearts forever.
Greg Boyle
December 24, 2008
Veronica,
My heart goes out to you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you receive an extra measure of God's comfort and peace this holiday season.
Your friend,
Greg
Karen Finocchio Lubeck
December 23, 2008
Dear Helm Family,
I was a classmate of Mark's at Bates. He was a great guy with tremendous intellect and wit. My thoughts and prayer go out to you in your time of grief. He will be greatly missed.
Betsy Greene
December 23, 2008
To Mark's family:
I knew and worked with Mark through the Trial Lawyer's College. Mark was dedicated to helping his clients and dedicated to the Trial Lawyer's College. It was an honor to serve with him on the F Warrior Board. My condolences. I am so sorry for our loss. I will miss Mark very much.
Love,
Betsy Greene
Bloomigton, Indiana
Jared Martineau
December 23, 2008
Mark was the best friend anyone could have. He was kind, honest, compassionate, caring- the list goes on and on. He was the type of person who looked out for others and was unselfish to a fault. He was the best of men. He has made my life more full and it has been an honor to be called his friend. He will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with those he loved- his great colleuges at work, his loyal friends here and around the country, and his dear loving family who has lost this sweet person from their life. I will always miss him. There aren't words to describe what he has meant to others and for the good he has done on this earth.
ADDIE STOWERS
December 22, 2008
TO MARKS MOTHER AND SIBLINGS, I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I CAN'T BELIEVE HE IS GONE AND I KNOW HOW MUCH PAIN YOU ARE IN RIGHT NOW. LET THE LORD HOLD YOU UP FOR A WHILE AND WATCH OVER YOU UNTIL YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE AND YOUR HEARTS START TO HEAL. GOD WILL ALWAYS WATCH OVER HIM AND MARK WILL WATCH OVER ALL OF YOU. HE WAS A WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN. SMART, FUNNY, SWEET, WARM, KIND AND SO HONEST. I KNEW MARK FOR YEARS. HE WAS AT MY HOME A LOT. THE KIDS ALWAYS GOT READY FOR DEBATE TOURNAMENTS HERE SINCE WE WERE ACROSS FROM COTTONWOOD HIGH SCHOOL, MY CHILDREN PAUL, JOHN, TRACY AND MICHAEL WARD KNEW HIM SINCE JR. HIGH. I JUST LOVED MARK AND I WISH I HAD BEEN ABLE TO SEE HIM MORE WHEN HE GREW UP. WOULD HAVE LOVED TO HAVE WATCHED HIM IN COURT. I WAS ALWAYS VERY PROUD OF HIM AND ALL THE THINGS HE DID. I PRAY HE IS AT PEACE, MAYBE HAVING A CHAT WITH HIS GOOD FRIEND TED DEQUE WHOM WE ALSO MISS SO MUCH. MRS. HELM IF YOU EVER NEED ANYTHING PLEASE CALL ME. I LOVE YOU MARK, BE HAPPY, BE AT PEACE. WE WILL SEE YOU SOME DAY. WATCH OVER US AND WE WILL PRAY FOR YOU. LOVE ADDIE WARD STOWERS.
Bevan Corry
December 22, 2008
Mark was a great presence to feel. So close to the surface. Man could he dress. Just so far beyond the soulless safe necessity. Beautiful really. I will be lesser without his light. The world a little darker. His hand, his heart, his wonderful brisk mind were always open. We could build safer harbors for souls such as his. Souls so raw and brave and open to the storm. Goodbye my friend, I barely knew you.
Mark K.
December 22, 2008
Dear Helm Family, I worked with Mark at LDA. His dedication and spirit and love for his clients was inspiring. He was a true friend of the downtrodden and a tireless advocate for justice. He will be missed.
Jerry Perry
December 22, 2008
Mark's strength is his sensitivity and his understanding of fraility of humanity. At the ranch your honesty allowed me to look at myself. I will never forget that or you. You were my hero.
Keeping it real (Aug 08 TLC)
December 22, 2008
Gina Fisher
December 22, 2008
Dear Helm Family, I knew Mark for just a few months. His wit was delightful! He was so honest and genuine. He will be missed by those of us whose path he crossed. My heart goes out to you. God bless you at this time.
Toni Hawkins
December 22, 2008
Sandy, Les, & Bobby,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. Life just likes to throw us for a loop sometimes. He was a great person who had a great spirit. My thoughts are with all of you at this time of sorrow.
Scott Ray
December 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I knew Mark from the various Trial Lawyers College events we both attended. His wit was never-ending! He will be missed.
John Baxter
December 22, 2008
Dear Helm Family,
Mark selected me to to attend the judge version of the Trial Lawyer's College at the Ranch. I think that it changed me forever. Although I saw him rarely, he was a friend and is missed. I am glad I had a chance to know him and thank you for him.
John Baxter
Marci (Murphy) Fedderson
December 21, 2008
Dear Leslie and Helm family,
I remember Mark as a little boy, when I would visit your home during our years at Granite Park Jr High. I remember he and Bobby running around the house, knocking on the door, trying to get into Leslie's room while we poured over Victoria Holt books. A typical, wonderful little brother! I am so sorry for your loss. I know you loved him and you all are in my prayers. I have thought of you over the years, Leslie, and pray for your comfort and peace at this time.
Glen Neeley
December 21, 2008
I am deeply saddened by Mark's passing. He was my friend. He was a masterful trial lawyer and taught me a great deal. We were classmates at the Trial Lawyers College and grew close as friends. I will miss his sense of humor, his love and kindness, and his friendship.
MaryAnn Feuz
December 21, 2008
I was a fellow classmate of Marks at Cottonwood High School and was sorry to hear of his passing. He was always fun to be around. Our prayers our with your family.
Milton Canotas
December 21, 2008
I attended Bates College with Mark...although I have not had any contact with him since those days, I was very saddened to hear about his passing...I remember him as being very genuine, outgoing and he had a razor sharp wit...he will be missed...
mike walton
December 21, 2008
Oh Mark. You made my world better. I will always remember your nod of welcome, "Hey Chief". Our short journey together has had tremendous impact on me. I hope you see how much you touched those around you. Our Saturday morning group will never be the same without your presence, observations and experiences.
Mike Walton
mike walton
December 21, 2008
Oh Mark. You made my world better. I will always remember your nod of welcome, "Hey Chief". Our short journey together has had tremendous impact on me. I hope you see how much you impacted those around you. Our Saturday morning group will never be the same without your presence, observations and experiences.
Mike Walton
Jimmy Stewart Helm
December 21, 2008
This Looks like trouble
December 21, 2008
Mindy Davison
December 21, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I attended Cottonwood with Mark and just saw him at our reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time
Jim McCallion
December 20, 2008
Mark was a brave soul. The training in the Trial Lawyers College asks those who are willing to open up and show themselves to others. In our group Mark was one of the first to volunteer. I'll never forget his story and will treasure his memory.
Maren Hill
December 20, 2008
I will always remember Mark as Uncle Markie Sparkie and Markie Sparkle. I loved watching the boys light up every time he came to visit. He loved them so much, and I loved him for it. I am grateful for the time I was a part of your family and will always consider you such. You are in my prayers.
With Much Love and Condolence,
Maren Hill
(a former nanny to Mark's nephews, Harry and William)
Elaine Alley Wrone
December 20, 2008
Dear Family,
I had the pleasure of meeting Mark, my son's dear friend, when he was at the Northwestern U. debate camp in his junior year in high school, as a visitor in our home, and most recently over Thanksgiving. 2007, in Princeton, N.J. Our entire family loved him, enjoyed his sense of humor, appreciated his intelligence and his immense talents. We are deeply saddened. Our thoughts are with you.
Best, Elaine and D.R. Wrone
Veronica De Armas-Helm
December 20, 2008
Mark, was a wonderful boyfriend, husband and friend. We shared lovely moments together.
I will miss him dearly,
I will miss you My Love and I will always have you on my heart. I just only pray that you can get some rest and peace.'
You were the kindest and thoughtful person I have ever met, and you had the biggest heart I've seen. Those were the main things that made me fall in love with you.
James, Sophia, Dani, David, Jaime, Nuri, Ricardo we all are going to miss you!
We all will have you in our heart and lives.
Mary Alice McLarty
December 20, 2008
Mark was such a wonderful, loving man. I was one of his classmates at the Ranch in 2004. He was so special to all of us. His wit delighted us and his compassion warmed us. The Class of 2004, all of us, loved him dearly. His Mother and family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Heidi Ward
December 20, 2008
Dear Family and Friends,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. Mark was such an amazing person. He was brilliant, compassionate and one of the funniest, if not THE funniest, men we have ever know. He danced to the beat of his own drum and everyone loved him for it. He will be missed and remembered always.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you with strength, courage and love during this difficult time.
Chandee Israel-Araujo
December 20, 2008
Dear Helm family - Mark was a wonderful person! He had such a unique way of practicing law and presenting a case. He will be remembered with love and a smile at the Matheson Courthouse.
Susanne Gustin
December 20, 2008
I am a colleague and friend of Mark. He treated his clients and all he came in contact with, with love and respect. I will miss his warmth and sense of humor. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Cathy Roberts
December 20, 2008
Mark was a wonderful colleague and friend. He was a huge asset to Salt Lake Legal Defenders during his time there and to the Utah Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. I will miss his wild sense of humor and his passion for our work.
Robert Walton
December 20, 2008
I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to befriend Mark in the last year. It was a gift to witness his profound wit, intelligence, and truly rare and altruistic commitment to his work. My life is better for knowing him. He will be impossible to forget. I miss him.
Elleney Soter
December 20, 2008
To say Mark was one of the most genuine and unique people this world has known would only hint at what and who he was in the lives of so many. He will be greatly missed but will never be forgotten. May his memory be eternal.
Sam Soter
December 20, 2008
Mark was a better friend than one could ever hope to have. He was the kind of person who was there at a moment's notice, if only you asked. Mark possessed the rarest of gifts: he had the innate ability to feel your Joy or Sorrow as though it were his own. Words like empathetic and compassionate are not nearly big enough to describe his character and how few people can you say that about? My life has been made richer for his presence, and therefore has been made that much emptier that he is gone. May his memory be eternal!
Laurel Smith
December 20, 2008
Words escape me. My deepest condolences go out to his family and dear friends.
Mark was Brilliant! In the 7 short weeks that I knew Mark he taught me more than maybe anyone I've ever known. I'm so grateful that I was open to his love,compassion and support.
I've never met anyone with more integrity than Mark. He taught me compassion in the most unconditional way.
He stepped into my life in a wonderful purple suit and I knew he was "different" and beautiful! He immediately took it upon himself to help me out even though he was in so much pain himself.
Mark was extremely passionate about his work. He had many successess in his career and made an impact in that area that I hope people will never forget. He stood up for what was right and made such a difference because of it. He would always say that there wasn't alot that separated him from his clients. And if the tables were turned he would hope that someone cared and worked hard for him.
I just want to say to Mark that I care deeply for you, I am your true friend and I wish I could have done more, but I am still here for you. I am sad and I miss you. Elijah misses you. I will get through school and try to follow your path in helping the less fortunate. I will take your life and hold it closely to mine and use you as a guide through my darkest and brightest days and the impact you made will never be in vain. You are magnificent!!!! I might even listen to Guns n Roses new album in it's entirety. (In your honor of course). I will never look at soccer the same way. I pray that you are at peace and with your Dad. I thank our God for blessing me with you. It's been my pleasure!!
Evan Glassett
December 20, 2008
Dear Helm Family (wife, parents extended family) - My heart goes out to you on this sad occasion as I read this news. I heard a few days back about Mark and have been including you in my prayers since. Mark and I were not close friends, but we did talk at school and while we didn't maintain contact over the years, I always considered Mark a friend.
God Bless you at this time.
Evan Glassett
Tracy Ward Darling
December 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We have a lot of wonderful memories of Mark both at Cottonwood on the debate team and long after graduation. He was one of a kind. We will miss him dearly.
David Smith
December 20, 2008
I'm so very sorry for the loss of Mark. Please take comfort in the fact that he was loved by many, and many lives were blessed by having known him. God bless you all, our prayers are with you every day.
Maren Chaloupka
December 20, 2008
I am so stunned and so very saddened by Mark's loss. Since I met him in 2004, he has been one of my favorite people for so many reasons. Mark is kind, gentle, loving, and supportive. I cannot find the words to express how sad this is. Peace be with him.
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