Mark STEVEN Obituary
It is a desperately sad time for those of us who love Mark Robert Steven. He suddenly left us after dinner with his best friends on June 1, 2012. His passing has left an emptiness in the hearts of sons Colin and Derek, mother Lesley, father Frank (Norma), brother Michael (Elena) and nephews Benjamin and Sebastian. Educated at St. George's School, UBC and Cambridge University, he was called to the British Columbia Bar in 1978. Mark practiced law with great pride, dignity and success. He loved history, sports, wine, good company, giving back to his community and was devoted to family. A generous soul and kind heart. Tried to keep this "pithy and succinct" Dad, love you always. xxoo.
A Celebration of Mark's Life will be held at the Law Courts Inn, 800 Smithe Street 4th floor, on Thursday, July 5 (arrival at 4:30 p.m., presentation at 5:00 p.m., reception to follow). The family greatly appreciates West Vancouver Soccer Club establishing a scholarship in Mark's name; in lieu of flowers please send donations to West Vancouver Soccer Club, PO BOX 91172, West Vancouver, V7V 3N8.
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Karen Lam
May 23, 2013
I just found out this sad news when I was looking for Mark's contact information. I shared an office with him for five years, and will aways remember him for his warm wit, his intelligence and wise counsel. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. He will be sorely missed.
Barbara Barak
December 24, 2012
Just heard the sad news from Jamie Warren. I remember Mark and his easy laugh and kind heart. Condolences to his parents and to Michael.
Barbara Barak
December 24, 2012
Just heard from Jamie Warren about Mark. I always remember him for his easy laugh and kind heart. My condolences to his parents and to Michael.
Elayne Warlow
August 13, 2012
I was a client of Mark's for the last two years. I appreciated his compassion and knowledgeable approach to my case. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.
Elayne Warlow
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August 3, 2012
August 3, 2012
Mark was my partner years ago at Connell Lightbody, and he and I shared many conversations about our growing families then and the everyday struggles of law practice and wanting to spend time with his family, in whom he took great pride. I remember well his enjoyment of the Churchill Society and his dedication to his clients and their struggles. I was in Ottawa when Mark passed, and learned of it only today in looking through The Saint. I am very sorry to hear he has left us way too soon. Love you and your family, Mark. Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, QC, MP
Raquel Goncalves (McFetridge)
July 20, 2012
I worked with Mark briefly many years ago at Ray, Connell, and remember with fondness his kindness, good humour, and impeccable manners. His untimely death shocked and saddened me. My sincere sympathy to his children and his family. Rest in peace, Mark.
Derek Miura
July 6, 2012
Mark was a true scholar, gentleman and lawyer. He will be missed by his friends and colleagues in the profession. My condolences to his family.
Richard Freeman
July 5, 2012
As I prepare to attend the celebration of Mark's life later today, I am again struck with both the profound sense of sadness at his passing, and the profound joy that I felt in knowing him for so many years. He was one of the first friends I made coming to Vancouver more than 30 years ago, and our city is a poorer place for his loss.
July 5, 2012
Mark was a truly delightfull person who epitiomized the saying " a scholar and a gentleman"...They just don't make them like that any more. Such a loss. My heartfelt condolences to his family, his brother, my good friend Michael, and his mother and father, and his two wondefull sons. Penny Noble, Vancouver
Michael Dawe
June 30, 2012
I was shocked and dismayed to learn that one of my classmates has passed so young. Mark was always friendly, social, bright, determined, and a leader. My condolences to his family and many friends.
June 30, 2012
The Norris family send our regrets on Mark's passing. Mark was a classmate of Don's at St. George's.
June 30, 2012
Mark was a proper gentleman and I am very sad to hear of his passing. My condolences to brother Michael and his family.
Angus Stewart, Crowthorne, UK
Oleh Ilnyckyj
June 28, 2012
Mark was a wonderful lawyer and even more so person- a man of fairness, commitment and reflection. Mark, you will be missed but also well remembered.
Mary Jo Campbell
June 27, 2012
I sat on the West Vancouver Field Sport Forum Working Group (and its predecessor working group) with Mark for close to 5 years. He made a tremendous contribution. I will miss his thoughtful and measured response to each issue. His gentle humour was a delight, that infused the working group atmosphere with wit, fun and perspective. His commitment to sport in our community was unwavering. He was an irreplaceable volunteer, who was always positive, constructive, fair and available despite a very busy schedule. He will be sorely missed by the sporting community in West Vancouver.
June 26, 2012
June 26, 2012
I had the great pleasure of having dinner with Mark on May 27th shortly before his death. It was a wonderful Vancouver evening and we sat outside and enjoyed a great meal and some rather nice wine until the staff essentially suggested that we leave. Mark spoke lovingly,enthusiastically and at some length about his sons and the great times they had together and all in all seemed to be in excellent health and spirits. We agreed it would be his turn to host the next time I visited from Calgary.
I was shocked to hear of this death -- all of his friends and particularly his sons are so much poorer for having lost him.
Denise Dunn McMullen, Calgary, Alberta
Margaret Ostrowski Q.C.
June 20, 2012
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I knew him briefly some years ago but was very impressed with his professionalism, warmth, and willingness to help others.
Christopher Hebb
June 20, 2012
On behalf of the Churchill Society of British Columbia, I send condolences on the death of Mark Steven. Mark was the president of our Society in 1988. He is fondly remembered.
The Churchill Society is thriving with membership of 120 families and holds six events per year. Randolph Churchill, the great grandson of the great man, addressed our Society at the Annual Banquet in May, 2012. The website of the Society is www.winstonchurchillbc.org.
So Mark can be proud of his legacy in the Churchill Society of British Columbia.
Sincerely,
Christopher Hebb
President
Churchill Society of British Columbia
Katherine Lung
June 18, 2012
I am saddened to learn of Mark's passing. In all the years that I have known him, Mark was always the gentleman in the true sense of the word, he was witty, professional and caring. Even after we no longer worked in the firm, he made efforts to stay in touch and it is this genuineness and friendship that I will miss most of Mark. My heartfelt condolences to is family.
Julie Leon
June 17, 2012
Words cannot express how terribly sad I was to receive the news of Mark's passing. The world has lost a wonderful gentle soul who was full of kindness and compassion. My sincerest condolences go out to Mark's family during this difficult time and experience.
Veronica
June 16, 2012
I knew Mark professionally and his visits to our office were always looked forward to. A warm greeting, a quick smile, and an uncanny ability to remember details of conversations past. The world has lost a wonderful man. So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, son, brother and friend.
John Burge
June 16, 2012
Although I have not seen or spoken to Mark for many many years, I have fond memories of him from our time together at St. George's. I am deeply saddened to learn of his passing and would like to offer my sincere condolences to his friends and family.
June 14, 2012
My heartfelt condolences go out to Mark;s family and friends. As a client, I have known Mark to only be a most professional and sincere man, never being too busy to speak with me. He will be sorely missed!!
Yvonne B. (lower mainland, B.C.)
Julie Steele
June 13, 2012
Our family is deeply saddened by this event. Mark was a quintessential gentleman and renaissance man. You could depend on him for a warm reception, a kind word and a funny anecdote. He made everyone feel at ease. It as always delightful to spend time with him.
Cheers to you, Mark. You'll be greatly missed.
Julie and Tyler Steele
Ed Montague
June 13, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to learn yesterday of Mark's sudden passing, and my sincere condolences go out to his grieving family members. I came to know Mark through our shared involvement in the BC Trial Lawyers Association. He was ever the gentleman, and epitomized what it is best about our profession. He will be greatly missed.
Mark Schulhof
June 12, 2012
I was absolutely gobsmacked to hear of Mark's passing, I just saw him on the Friday afternoon and introduced him to a couple of my friends that were going to get together with him.
I have known Mark for ten years I worked on the same floor and got to know him fairly well, he was a pleasure to be around. His cheery greeting and his always smiling face will be sadly missed.
My deepest sympathies to his family especially his two sons of which he was extremely proud.
Soren Hammerberg
June 12, 2012
Derek and Colin...
Liz and I are very saddened to hear of your Dad's sudden passing.
I have fond memories of the years shared with soccer in West Vancouver, at school and in practice. Your Dad exemplified grace and dignity in all aspects of his life. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Soren and Elizabeth Hammerberg
John Whyte
June 12, 2012
I was shocked and saddened to learn this morning of Mark's passing. Mark's manner and way of doing things were and remain major influences in my practice. Please accept my condolences.
Suzanne Windwick-Barnes
June 12, 2012
I am so saddened to have heard of Mark's passing. In the years I worked with Mark at Connell Lightbody we always had such great laughs. He was always so kind to everyone. My deepest condolences to your family.
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