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MARK ERNSTING Obituary

DR. MARK ERNSTING It is with tremendous sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Mark Ernsting. Mark was tragically taken from us on December 15, 2015. He leaves behind his loving husband, Robert Iseman, his parents, John and Reina Ernsting, his siblings, Paul (Leslie), Peter (Jessie) and Miriam (Anthony), their families as well as the entire Iseman family. He achieved a PhD in biomedical engineering and invented breakthrough technology to fight cancer during his tenure at the Ontario Institute for Cancer Research. His musical talent was expressed through the beautiful choir at Church of the Redeemer. His gardens sprinkled colour and brought life to the city - the city that he loved to ride and walk through. He was a brilliant, funny and compassionate guy who will be greatly missed by everyone he touched. Friends may call at the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Avenue West (2 stop lights west of Yonge Street), on Sunday, December 20th from 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held at CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER, 162 Bloor Street West (at Avenue Road), on Monday, December 21st at 1 p.m. Interment Necropolis Cemetery. Charitable donations may be made to www.cancer.ca

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Published by Toronto Star from Dec. 19 to Dec. 20, 2015.

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James Scherpenberg

August 22, 2023

When my daughter was born John and Reina and mark came to the hospital. Mark held my daughter. We have a special relationship with the Ernstings and with Mark. He will be greatly missed.

Charise Jewell

January 15, 2016

The world has been much darker without you in it, Mark. My deepest condolences to Rob and your family.

Heather Ryan

January 7, 2016

Mark, you have been on my mind this holiday season. Rob, my heart aches for you. I'm so sorry. Sean and I send our love xox

Stephen J. Liddle

December 27, 2015

Dear Robert, Elaine, the Ernsting and Iseman families,

My name is Steve, and I can't begin to express how much the sudden passing of this fine gentleman, Mark Ernsting, has affected me. I've never actually had the honour or privilege of meeting him, but since December 16,2015, I feel I've known him my whole life.
I attended the Memorial Service for
Mark at the Church of the Redeemer and I'll cherish that time forever. The beautiful music, liturgy, and words spoken were such a fitting tribute for the beautiful person that Mark was and still is.
Because of Mark Ernsting and his loving community of family and friends, I will cherish this holiday season and his memory in my heart forever. After returning from Hamilton on Christmas Day, I stopped at the Necropolis cemetery and on that peaceful sunny day had a chance to reflect on the events of the past 10 days and view the beautiful flowers at the place where Mark is at rest.
Since my Mom passed away almost 4 years ago, I always try to remember, "To live in the hearts of those we love is never to die"
Rest in his eternal peace Mark and God bless and comfort all of us who are left behind but changed for the better by your smile, your friendship, and your love.

Yours truly,

Steve

Gleidson Santos

December 25, 2015

My deepest condolences to Robert and Mark's family. I met him in 2003, when I lived in Toronto. He taught me how to be kind, smart and life's enjoyer. This is a huge loss to humanity!

My prayers are with his husband and family.

heidi palij

December 24, 2015

Thinking of you.

Heidi Palij

December 24, 2015

Dear Rob,
I am truly sorry for your lost. You shared a beautiful LOVE for each other, that not many people in this lifetime experience. Mark will definitely be missed and he will never be forgotten, may his soul rest in peace.
You both shared & created some wonderful memories together, may this give you strength & comfort to cope. Thinking of you xo
My deepest condolences to you & your family.

Heidi Palij

Kirsten Ledergerber

December 24, 2015

My deepest condolences to all of you affected by the loss of this wonderful man. He brought such laughter and kindness to my life, and he will be deeply missed.

Shawn Owen

December 23, 2015

I worked on a collaborative project with Mark and the OICR team. Ran into Mark at a conference in October. Really happy that I had one more chance to talk to him - gregarious and engaging. Sincerest expression of condolence for his loved ones.

J. C.

December 23, 2015

Dear Rob;

I'm so, so sorry for your loss. It's seems impossible to understand Mark's meaningless death. That old cliche, only the good die young is so true. Mark was an extraordinary young man; he was caring, vibrant and enthusiastic about life; he was a good person.

And he will be missed greatly by all those people whose lives he touched both directly and indirectly.

The hand crafted oak mirror frame that his grandfather made sits in my living room, as it's twin sits in yours; it has and will continue to remind me of Mark.

His smile will always glow within our hearts.

My deepest condolences,

J.C.!

December 22, 2015

Dear Enrsting Family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you. May you cheerish his beautiful smile.

Puvendran Family,Grace Church, Scarborough

Donna Marcal

December 22, 2015

My deepest condelences to all of Mark's family and close friends. This is a tragic loss and I was so saddened to hear of this. Mark and I did our PhDs at the same time in collaborating labs. He was such a wonderful person that would light up the world around him. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this difficult time. Donna Lee Marcal (Dinnes) xx

Patrick Corless

December 22, 2015

I was sad to hear of this tragic loss. My heart goes out to his husband and family.

Noella Cheaney

December 21, 2015

We are so very sad about the loss of Mark. And the huge impact it will have in your close family. To John, Reina, Paul, Peter and Mariam and all your families we send condolescents. You were our neighbours for almost 10 years and we watched you grow up. our sincere thoughts are with you at this time, Love you All, Noella and Burt

Cindy Bloom-Wallace

December 21, 2015

To my good friend Rob, I am so sorry. I hope that a friend from the past can bring you some comfort. Thinking of you.

December 21, 2015

Dear Peter, it is with great sadness that we learned about your brother's tragic passing. Please extend our condolences and sympathy wishes to your family. We wish you all strength to cope up with the loss.
The Staff at Pro Watts.

Lisa O'Neill

December 21, 2015

To my dear friend, Reina and Family: May your memories of Mark help heel the sorrow in your hearts and God's loving arms enfold you at this sorrowful time.

December 21, 2015

Mark was a wonderful patient at our practice for many years. Our staff always enjoyed hearing his excitement and enthusiasm about how close he felt we were to solving some of the mysteries of cancer that he devoted his life to fighting. It is unbelievably tragic that his quest was cut short so early, but we hope that the seeds he has planted in the quest to cure cancer will bear fruit, and that Mark will be fondly remembered and appreciated when this happens. We feel honoured to have had him as a patient and send our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.

The Doctors and staff at Dentistry & Anaesthesia.

December 21, 2015

To Robert and Mark's family,

Please accept our condolences from the Amadeus Choir of Greater Toronto. Mark will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
Our hearts are with you.
Lydia Adams

Julie Tanguay

December 20, 2015

I was a classmate of Mark's at Queens. Though it has been a few years since we last met - I still remember his laugh like it was yestersday. RIP Mark - you were an amazing son, husband and friend, and you did Chem Eng Sci '99 proud.

Peter Burjorjee

December 20, 2015

Mark was a classmate in Chem eng at Queen's and it was with much sadness that I learned of his passing. He was kind and intelligent and ready with some quick humour. My thoughts to all his family and many friends - he will be deeply missed and truly remembered by all who knew him. Peace.

Trish

December 20, 2015

My deepest condolences go out to Rob and Mark's family and friends...such a tragic loss..RIP Mark.

debora duarte

December 20, 2015

Jeffrey Round

December 20, 2015

A really wonderful person. If, like me, you were lucky to have known Mark even briefly, you will never forget him.

Web Haile

December 20, 2015

Mark was such a blessing to his community, a tireless agent for positive change, and an all-around decent guy. My deepest condolences to Rob and to the Ernsting and Iseman families.

Anna Cheaney

December 20, 2015

Rene, My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. In reading Mark's obituary he was a very loved person by his co-workers and friends and family. I'm Noella and Burt's oldest daughter.

December 19, 2015

We remember Mark since his student days, and visits with our daughter during vacations. One was our trip to BC, travelling through some spectacular scenery. Evelin was driving and commenting "look at the view!" Mark's deadpan reply: "look at the road!"...We have fond and sunny memories. Our heartfelt condolences, Evelin and Dino Kruger

Mary Wojtyk O'Neill

December 19, 2015

Rest in peace, Mark. I and everyone who knew you from Queen's Engineering are shocked and saddened. May your kindness, courage, and drive to help others be remembered, forevermore.

Mike Grant

December 19, 2015

John,

I just heard from Brian Berdusco that Mark was your son--Mark's name was not in the article that made the news here. If the smile is an indication, Mark was made the world a better place for all around him. I can but wish that good thoughts would help with your pain. My most hearfelt condolences.

Mike Grant
MNDM, Thunder Bay

Mark at Queen's

Henry Dyck

December 19, 2015

Mark- I will never forget the times spent with you at Queen's. Your bright smile and warm heart were a treasure. You have left us too soon. Rest in Peace my friend.

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