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Mark D. Matthiessen

Mark Matthiessen Obituary

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Mark died unexpectedly on Sunday, March 25, 2007, while diving in Key Largo, Florida. He was a kind, responsible, caring, thoughtful man who dearly loved his family and friends, and had a very special place in his heart for dogs, birds and animals. He enjoyed photography, astronomy, scuba diving and renaissance and pirate festivals. He was a senior telecommunications technician at Symphony Services and previously worked for Lee County Sheriff's Office and Wink TV.

Mark will be greatly missed by his family, countless friends and coworkers who mourn his tragic and untimely death.

A celebration of Mark's life will be held on Monday, April 2, from 4:00 to 7:30 pm at Lakes Regional Park, 7330 Gladiolus Drive, Fort Myers (northwest corner of US 41 and Gladiolus). Please go to Parking Lot 3 then walk to The Lodge. Pastor Steve Graebner of Light of the Glades Church will officiate. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Animal Care Trust Fund, in memory of Mark Matthiessen, 5600 Banner Drive, Fort Myers, FL, 33912.

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Published by The News-Press from Mar. 30 to Apr. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Matthiessen

57 Entries

Cookie Mintz

November 11, 2020

We were great friends I miss you love Cookie

Lee B

April 4, 2010

Dearest Debbie:

I am shocked to learn that Mark died in 2007. I was looking to see if he was on Facebook and decided to Google his name. I have thought about your family often over the years. Mark and I parted on unfavorable terms, but what matters most to me are the positive memories. Whenever I'm with girlfriends and we talk about past boyfriends, Mark's name is always the first to get mentioned. He was my first true love and quite a guy. I am so very sorry to hear he has left us. Lee

Tina Calandrino

April 27, 2009

Has it only been 2 years??? The grief feels like longer, but the time so quickly.
Deb, I hope that you are recovering from your surgery and gaining strength. I found some pics I'll be adding soon, too. I renewed the guest book for another year, too. I guess I think when this goes, so does the feelings of closness to Mark. I know it isn't true, but, still feels like it. I miss him so much, especially now, and just trust that he's earned his wings and will soon be gaurdian angel many more than just us!

Hugs to all who loved Mark!

Tina

Debbie

April 26, 2009

Dear Bro,

On March 25th, 2007 you had to leave us here on earth. You have no idea how many people's lives were touched by your love, friendship, and strength. You were the best brother a girl could ask for. Some year, I will finish going through all the bins of pictures and memories that you left for me to tackle :)

Mark, I wish you an endless amount of peace, love, and happiness up there with Mom and Dad. Please give everyone a big hug and kiss from me. Never will you be forgotten. Never will you stopped being missed and most of all never, ever will you ever be stopped being loved.

Take care bro...we all love you!

Your sis

Lea & Aubrey Sanner

May 25, 2008

My Dearest Mark,
I miss you so. I think of you every single day. I wish you were here. I just composed a note in Dona's guestbook. I told her that I can't believe the both of you are gone from us. I still can't believe that you and her and my dad are no longer with us. But as I said in my note to Dona, God had other plans for the three of you. We just don't know what they are. I talk to you alot. Can you hear me? I know

some people may think that makes me crazy, but I don't care. You and Dona were such a large part of mine and Aubrey's life. We just can't believe that you are not physically in it. We want you here. We want to talk to you and hold you and hug you and laugh with you and do all of the things we planned. Especially the hugs. You and Do Do. Your hugs are the one thing other than your voice that we miss the most. You both gave the bestest hugs in the world. We miss your smiles and you patience and your understanding and everything about you.

Know that you are still so loved and so missed that words here could never express what we feel.

I love you Mark and I always will.

All my love,
Lea

Mary Moliviatis

April 30, 2008

Mark.....It was March of 1997, that you came into my life. We both knew, not too long after you 'found' me, that we shared an awesome connection. Unlike anything either of us ever experienced before. Ours was a very special connection of 'like' minds. We shared A very special connection that reached deep into our hearts and souls of which transcended both distance and time.

As sad as I am as I type these words, I'm still so thankful that GOD sent you to me, an angel on earth. You gave me the greatest gift one could give to another. And you did so with love, kindness and compassion.

We had so much in common it truly was uncanny. You and I were always in awe; same interests, same dislikes, same way we signed our signatures. We even finished each other's thoughts.

We shared so much of ourselves despite our personal circumstances and the miles that separated us. Our feelings we had for one another were genuine and sincere. We laughed, we cried, we ranted and/or raved about the 'who' and 'what' in each of our lives at the moment. We both pushed each other away and yet we always came back to one another.

I'll never forget our late night IM's in the beginning and all our emails, cards, letters that always ended with "I love you" and signed 'me' and 'your other me'.....me2

I still have a hard time believing you're not with us anymore. I had hoped to be able to see you again, hug you, see your beautiful smile and hear your gentle voice. You made such a profound impact on my life and I hoped to be able to share with you, how far I've grown and evolved since we last spoke. You told me back in '97 before I said anything about myself, that I was transforming from the catapillar to the butterfly! Well, you knew that this butterfly was stuck in the chrysallis but she's flying now and it was you that helped to set her free.

I miss you Mark. I miss you so much. I've been truly blessed to have known you. Thank you for loving me for "ME!" I love you and I always will. I wish you PEACE. We'll meet again.

April 24, 2008

I really miss you Mark. Peace......

Edie Langston

April 23, 2008

Debbie,
I guess I am slow to see, but having just found out about this, I am in shock. It's funny the other day I was remembering his wedding at the Burrows Home and the friendship we shared with the common interest in Photography. I was the friend who took pictures. The store closed after many times of trying to find Mark about the wedding album to finish. Now I wish I knew where the negatives were. There were some great shots of Mark and his whole family.
He was an inspiration to me often while working at the Sheriffs dept together. Took me on a tour of the HQ when it was still a mess of wires and flooring.
Oh, The other day I remembered him sitting in the control room one after noon at the Stockade. He had just gotten one of the new pagers with a secondary vibration system. He had all the guys who had one come in and give them to him. Then he called the main number and set them off while they were on his belt. He had us rolling laughing over that one for some time. I am here at work right now and trying to keep from loosing it. Hard to work and cry at the same time. My heart misses his smile and warm friendly hug. Please feel free to contact me. Unfortunately I no longer have access to the negatives from the wedding, but I will always have the memories of his kind, gentle face. Even after his accident in the SUV he found a way to smile and cough at the sametime.

Debbie, Thank you for all the wonderful entries I have read them and it helped me feel caught up. I loved Mark as a brother and will never forget him.

Edie J. Langston (aka clerk langston, and photographer Photographix & Imaging)

Debbie

April 10, 2008

His time ended with us way too soon. I wish we had at least another 30 years with Mark, but it wasn't meant to be. The beatutiful words that all of you have written will be cherished by me with a copy of the guest book. None of us last forever, but through the love and support of family and friends we will make it the best we can. Thank you to all who have been there for me and still are. You are truly priceless!

Debbie

February 9, 2008

I actually had a dream about Mark a couple of nights ago. I dreamt that a pier was pushing me under the water and no matter how I tried to get to the surface I was unable to. Then I saw Mark through the water put down a long pole that I was able to grab onto, and he pulled me up to the surface. It was so good to see him so clearly and alive. Even though it was based on drowning, I didn't feel sad at all when I woke up. I was just so glad to see him.

His birthday is coming up and I keep thinking he should have been around for at least another 30 years. How we take people for granted...that they will always be around.

I missed calling him so much and telling him about the blizzard we had a couple of days ago. We would always bust up laughing comparing the temperature difference. How little things meant so much without realizing it.

We miss you and love you bro! Please be at peace.

Debbie

December 31, 2007

It seems so unreal that Mark left us over 9 months ago. The holidays have been tearful to say the least. Thanksgiving gave him his final release into the Gulf (where our mom is) along with his dog's ashes. I first thought this would be the last time I would ever swim with him in my life, but I got comfort knowing that was not true. As long as the Gulf exists, we will be with him.

Christmas felt empty without his morning call, and knowing I have an extra 8x10 school photo of his Godchild here at home, seemed very unfair. It is funny how the simple things affect us.

His house is now on the market and I can only hope that someone will make it feel as much of a loving home as he did. I wish I could just pick it up and bring it here.

His photo is in our living room along with the beautiful plaque from his service. His smile is sometimes comforting and yet so very sad at times too. How we take people for granted...thinking that they will always be there for us.

His estate paperwork is almost done but knowing I have to file his taxes for the 3 months that he was alive this year is heart breaking. Thank God my tax lady has known our family since I was 17. Emotions were needless to say high when we met the day after Christmas for a dry run. She is working with me to make it all as easy as possible.

I just want to say thank you to all my family and friends who have supported me during this trying year. I really don't think I could have made it without all of you.

So for New Years, give the ones you love an extra hug and appreciate that they are in your lives. Realize how loved and important they are to you now....not when it is too late to late them really know!

Debbie

July 30, 2007

It is very hard for me to type this entry but I know it has to be done. We finally received notice of Mark's cause of death. It is termed as Extraalveolar air syndrome. During his ascent, he sustained lung expansion injury. There are numerous web sites to explain it more in detail, but I will leave that up to you individually to look up. Emotionally this is just too much for me. Miss you bro!!!!!

Tina Calandrino

June 22, 2007

Mark,

You have always been my angel here on earth and now you are everyone's angel. I'm sorry that my divorce and move caused us to lose touch, but have never lost you in my heart.

The days at your house, sitting on the back porch, Murphy ripping through the paper to get my attention; that horrid shopping day with Kim in Miami; laughing with Mindy at Dalt's; meeting Debbie and baby Jason after your accident and the 7 hours at Walmart; the move from Miami and me and the folks camping at your house at the last minute (Dad STILL talks of that); Your wedding to Jodi, my mother's death and my marriage to David all in about a month! Toddler Jason obsessed with Hot Wheels saying "Mak's Cah" and cracking you up telling it; "Roscoe! Brandi! Com'ere you guys!" by you and the Parrott; doggie pool parties; slipandslide with Lisa and her entorage (who know that turtle wax makes your hair look great); Ringling Estate where Dave was a statue on the pillar and you with your first internet girl (ugh); Your laughter all through the Judi Tenuda interview you were the camera man for; the pic of us with Wendy and her floating head; hiding in the towels at WalMart when you saw Kim; The habitrail you hated of Hunter's; gardening in the cool mornings; millions of cards from and to each of us and laughing with Mindy in front of the cards for hours; my mom's wet underwear removal at Busch Gardens; you're 8 ride on the Kumbu and the aftermath (best chocolate shake of your life); water gun fights at my new house in Largo; life in general.

And through it all, our steady friendship that was as close as a family.

After reading it all here, you were like that to everyone. Truly a person that is one in a million to all of us.

Mark, here or in heaven, I love you and I miss you. I'm sorry I will never be able to say it to you in person, but I somehow know you already know that. My heart is breaking knowing I can't ever hear your laughter or see that dynamic smile, but that is because it is my loss. Unlike our mother's death, this is the way both of us wanted to go--doing what we love and fast. It is tragic for us to deal with but the best for you.

I wish that we could have had you for 50 more years. And we will, just in a different way.

Farewell my brother and friend.

With love,
Tina Calandrino

June 14, 2007

Thank you for sharing, Debbie. We think of you often.
Paula, Pat, & Rob Ahern

Mark... you will forever be loved, missed and remembered!

Debbie Scott

June 13, 2007

This is the picture that was at Mark's service. Thought you all would love it as much as I do!
Debbie

Steve Mason

June 6, 2007

Mark is missed terribly by his extended Lee County Family. My friend is everywhere I turn, he his always there, and will remain with us forever. Debbie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

aubrey sanner

June 5, 2007

i miss you uncle mark :(

Debbie

May 23, 2007

It is so strange to want to call him so badly and realize... he isn't there to pick it up. God he is missed so much!

May 21, 2007

I miss you Mark.

Debbie

April 30, 2007

To all Mark's family and friends,

Don't forget that his smile, his support, and his love will always be with us. No one can ever take that away from deep within. Even his "analism" :) has taught us many things that have affected the way we do things. He lives within our thoughts and heart.

When the tears seem inevitable, I remember special times and moments that we shared together. That he was one in a million with an endless amount of energy and a heart that was made of gold.

I am hanging in there as best as expected. Your endless support and love has given me a supply of strength that can't be measured. For that I thank you!

We still don't know what exactly happened but the county will determine that. When I know the exact "cause" I will let you know. Due to investigations, it will take 60 - 90 days, so till then, we can only wonder.

Between legal paperwork, work and maintaining a family, I am almost nearing the end of the countless thank you's being sent out. I can't thank you enough for all that you have done!

I must admit that some of your handwriting in the guest book is .... just about impossible to decode :) but I am trying my best. PLEASE understand that in the end if you do receive a note from me, it is not that I don't want to express my deepest thanks.

Looking up at Mark's service and seeing how many people loved him, helped me, and were there for him was absolutely priceless! Even though there were tears, the endless stories of how he was there for everyone brought a feeling of peace and happiness.

In closing for today always remember....Special people we meet along life's way, make our journey brighter by the things they do and say. by Dacra x40

Patricia DeBoest

April 26, 2007

Hi Debbie and Scott,
I just got your card and found out about this web site.
I probably was the person who knew Mark the shortest amount of time, 64 days in all. It has been amazing to me how much Mark changed and influenced my life in that time. Every morning he called me on the way to work with his cheerful good morning, usually preceeded by a wake up e-mail at 6 am. We were both morning people and had to be at work at the same time. We would discuss how our day would go and what we would be doing in the days and weeks ahead. I aways had another call in the evening at the end of our day to see how it went. Some days we would talk 5 times! Mark liked to talk on the phone and so did I. I remember the day he was booking our cruise, he had me on one phone and the cruise guy on the other talking to both of us at the same time. He was so thrilled that he was able to get a room with a window and we were almost on the top deck. I had never been on a cruise and he had been on several so he filled me in on all the details. I was so excited and looking forward to going to Key West and Mexico.
Mark was one of those rare people that you think only exsists in fairy tales, but then you actually meet him and you feel lucky, really lucky that you were so fortunate. It is hard to describe in words the effect he has on you and your life. It is just positive and wonderful, it makes you a better,stronger person.
I remember a conversation we had one night and I was going on about how great I thought he was and how lucky I was to meet him and how good I felt. He listened to all I had to say and then calmly said,"Patty, you are giving me way to much credit, I'm not doing anything. I'm just sitting back letting you, be you!" I was stunned when he said that and was quiet for a few seconds. Later when I thought about it, I realized he was exactly right! That was his great gift, he let you be yourself, he did not judge, or try and change or control you. He just simply enjoyed who and what you were. Such a simple thing that had huge ripples in my life. He was very supportive of me going back to school, he was right on board and offered to help me with my math.
I feel extremely blessed on many levels that I got to meet and know Mark. I feel honored that I was with him on his last weekend here. We had a wonderful weekend together and a great dinner at the sushi restaurant after the dive with all of the other divers. When we got back to the hotel, he had cookies and milk on the porch and we had a long talk about diving and how excited he was to be taking the advanced dive class on Monday. He was looking forward to comiing back to Key Largo the end of April to do an advanced dive.
When the time came for Mark to be back, there was a knock on the door and I thought Mark had all his gear in his hands and couldn't unlock the door. I was surprised to see a deputy standing there when I opened the door. He stepped inside and told me the news, I was shocked and could not even comprehend what he was saying. It just could not be true.
In the weeks since Mark's death I think of him often and can feel his spirit helping me and making me strong. I knew in my heart he would not want me to be sad or cry too much. I tried my hardest to be brave. I decided the best thing I could do to honor Mark was to pass that math test and achieve my goal of going back to school to be a nurse. I know he is cheering me on from above. I still have our picture up at my desk so I can see his cheerful smiling face everyday.
Mark was truly one of a kind, he helped so many people in so many ways while he was here.
As we always used to tell each other at the end of our e-mails "you are in my heart" Mark,forever.
Love,
Patty

Lori Bensen

April 19, 2007

Dear Deb, We have been through so much together and you know that I think of you as a sister. You are not alone, not as long as there is a single member of my family still on this earth. I cannot imagine the pain you must be going through. We come into this world and we do the best we can. It looks like Mark touched alot of peoples lifes in a very special way. Anyone fortunate to know your family was blessed by the happiness and good times they shared from their hearts. You must feel alone now but be asured that any time you need a freind I am here for you. Sorry this message took so long to write but I am dealing with some nasty stuff myself right now. I am comforted in the knowlege that someday soon I hope I can share this with you. I love you kid and always will.

Debbie Roller

April 17, 2007

Debbie, John And Jason -
The first time I met Mark (with Debbie), he was like the big brother I never had. He treated me like a sister immediately - Maybe that's because I was a Debbie too. I'll never forget pulling Mark into the pool, and Mark teaching me a new way to play Twister.

To the family you leave behind, my thoughts and prayers are with you. There never seem to be the right words to say, but I want to leave you with these words....
"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."

Love to all -
Debbie Roller
Mike, Mckenna and Matthew too.

Candy Grens

April 11, 2007

Debbie, John & Jason,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of Mark. You and your family meant so much to my family that I feel that I didn't just lose a friend but a family member. If there is anything that I can do please give me a call.

We love you and our thoughts and prayers are with you at such a difficult time.

Candy, Gerry, April, Alicia and Jessica

Candy Grens

April 11, 2007

Mark,
I loved growing up with you. You were one of my closest best friends. We had a lot of fun together as kids. We know what we had as neighbors and friends. I loved growing up with the whole Matthiessen family. I will pray for you and hope you are hugging your mom and dad in heaven. Mark, maybe you could give my mom a hug too. I love you very much and will miss all of the fun we had together.
Love Candy

April 8, 2007

TO ALL WHO HELPED/SUPPORTED ME DURING MY STAY HERE...I THANK YOU WITH ALL MY HEART AND SOUL! I WILL BE GETTING IN TOUCH WITH YOU ASAP, BUT PLEASE BE PATIENT. LOVE YOU, MISS YOU ALREADY, BUT WILL SEE YOU SOON. THANK YOU FOR BEING THERE NOT ONLY FOR MARK BUT FOR ME AND MY FAMILY.

DEBBIE

Bill Scott Family

April 7, 2007

To Our Debster,
It is difficult to come up with the right words to provide comfort during these times. There really are none that can heal the heartache we know you are feeling. Just know that you are OUR sister, aunt and godmother for now and always. We love you and will have big hugs waiting as soon as you are ready. Our love and prayers are with you.

Love,
Billy, Celeste, Katie & Chrissy

Cory Freeman

April 7, 2007

Mark,
I can recall the first time I met you, I was in the fifth grade. Mom and I had come to your house to pick up the computer you had fixed for me - you were always helping others. I remember thinking you were so tall! You had been a part of my life, and my family's life, ever since. You were like an Uncle to me, with your constant smile and caring words. Optimism is so rare to find in this world, but your glass was always "half full". We will miss you!

Barb Dishno

April 7, 2007

Debbie, my prayers are with you. I am so saddened to hear about Mark. Most of my special memories from growing up are of the times Mom and I spent with your family. Mark was a warm, fun fella back then and from reading the expressions here for Mark, he never changed. How blessed we all were for knowing him

diana guest

April 6, 2007

Mark we know you are laughing in heaven right now! Your memorial service was "very cool". The joy and hope we have in our resurrected Saviour gives us our comofort as we dearly miss you here!

Paula & Patrick Ahern

April 6, 2007

Mark really knew how to be the change he wished to see in the world. He guided everyone to the path of compassion and happiness. My family misses Mark and will always miss him. He will be in our hearts forevcer.

Gaby

April 6, 2007

You always were and will be my "big cousin Mark". We only met once in our lives - almost 30 years ago when I stayed for some wonderful weeks with your Mum and Dad, you and Debbie. One day we started writing mails, sometimes endless mails, telling each other about our problems, worries, and the good things in life, giving each other support and the feeling of being understood. Inspite of the distance in terms of kilometers there was this close familiarity. I miss you, Mark. And I am so sad that your dream of visiting Germany will now never come true. I promise to be there for Debbie as much as I can!
As you always used to write in your mails ...
Love and miss you so much.

Katie and co. Jacobs

April 5, 2007

This is to my dear friend Debbie. I only got to meet Mark once, but I know how much he meant to you having him around. Having lost both parents, one so early in your life, I know he gave you that family "connection" that we all need. Even though we were neighbors first, I think of you as my family as you and John have been there for me and my family so many times in the past. I truly love you and am sorry I only met Mark once as he sounds like a fascinating person, friend to all. Love you woman!!

Dan and Mayra scott

April 5, 2007

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Debbie

April 5, 2007

To my Bro .....

God I miss you and I want you back home with us! I hope you can still feel the love we will hold forever for you. Please be happy and at peace.

Love always and forever

Your sis

Maureen Tomlinson

April 3, 2007

Dear Mark, Words will never be enough to describe how much you meant to me and my girls. When I moved in and met my new neighbor I was thrilled to have someone so loving and compassionate so close. I finally felt safe. Your love for life is contagious. You always had a song in your voice with your cheerful good morning and have a nice day. I grew to love you each and everyday. The twins will sorely miss their great big hugs they would get from you all the time. Not a day would go by when they would say 'can we go over and hug Mark?' You remembered us every holiday and always had a little something for the girls. You were my shoulder to cry on when dealing with my own moms death. Always available to listen and hug. The void I feel is huge. I love you and miss you and always will. My heart is heavy. I promise to take with me the things you tought me, to smile. I guess now we all have an angel to look over us from above the same you did for us here. Love you forever and always
Maureen, Rose and Kate

Shelley Rorabeck

April 2, 2007

Words cannot express how greatly sadden Lee County is now that Mark is no longer a living part of our community. However, his joyful smile, bright eyes and soulful laugh will always be seen and heard on every corner throughout. I was so honored to be your friend! I will always cherish our eternal talks and your great wisdom. God's speed dear friend, God's speed.

Joanne Burris

April 2, 2007

Mark was a good friend and co-worker who will forever remain in my heart. To Debbie and family; just know that Mark was an inspiration to us all here in Lee County government and will be greatly missed. My prayers are with you.

Karen Litz

April 2, 2007

My heart aches for Mark's family and those of us blessed enough to call him Friend. Our days will be dimmer without him with us. I know he is looking after us from above as he did on this earth. He was and is our guardian angel. Mark, we can still see your smile and hear your laugh.

Katy Moreno

April 2, 2007

The love and light you spread will live forever in our hearts. Until we meet again my friend.

Kelly Ridenour

April 2, 2007

Mark was truly a friend to everyone he came in contact with. No matter what your troubles, he had a solution, he could always put everything into perspective when you couldn't. Mark and I became friends just by chance in 1993 and how lucky I feel to have been his friend. Mark gave ALL of himself to everyone and everything he touched without reservation. He inspired all of us to work hard with regard to every customer's needs here at the office. Everyone will miss him greatly, I think I will miss him the most. Debbie & John, stay in touch and call anytime when you want to remember the good times together. May God bless you and your families.

Bob/Kathryn Jandeska

April 1, 2007

Debbie--Please accept our sympathy on your loss. We were blessed to have known Mark for more than 25 years, beginning when he and Bob were coworkers at Sears. He was a good and caring friend who was never too busy to lend a hand. He will be missed.

Michelle Clause

April 1, 2007

Mark will be sadly missed. His passing has affected our family greatly. He was a genuine caring person to all whose life he touched, be it person or animal.

jules

March 31, 2007

I knew Mark for many years-but mainly through the uncondional love of a very close friend of mine. He will be missed by many, but I think mostly by her.....this last Christmas Day he turned me on to the best chocolate cake ever made!!

Kim Kyle

March 31, 2007

When someone dies a light goes out that never comes on again, to Deb and family, please remember this, my light is always on for you. Mark's unconditional love for his family, his pets, and friends cannot be measured by any words that I know of to exist.

Alana Goodwin

March 31, 2007

The smile of this man, one of the most genuine people I've ever known, will never be forgotten.

Jayne Elwell

March 30, 2007

Mark was a good friend for the 15 years that I knew and worked with him. He always greeted me with a smile and proceeded to make calm out of my crises at work. He was a friend to so many and one that will truly be missed.

Shelby Tompkins

March 30, 2007

Memories are the priceless gifts that are ours forever.
Remember those gifts during this difficult time.

Lee County Clerk Traffic Office

Donnie Fewell

March 30, 2007

Mark was a great friend to all who knew him. I was fortunate to call him a friend for over twenty years. He will be greatly missed and will never be forgotten.

Rosa Silcox

March 30, 2007

Mark was truly a wonderful person as well as a kind hearted gentleman. We have lost a good friend, but the memories will forever be with us.

Rebecca Nash

March 30, 2007

Mark always had a ready smile and a quick hug...he was such a positive person and so easy to work and talk with. Sorely missed my friend

Lea & Aubrey Sanner

March 30, 2007

Iloved the way you knew me and things about me that nobody else knew.
The way you could tell when I was upset or wanted to talk, before I could even say a word.
The way you knew when to let me go or pull me close and how you made me laugh when I felt like I was losing my mind.
I loved the way you kept my secrets safe and my dreams alive.
I loved the way it felt to be known, and loved and accepted by you - just as I am.
Aubrey(your Goddaughter), and I will miss you more than we could ever express.

Rosa Silcox

March 30, 2007

Mark was a wonderful person. He was a kind hearted gentleman and will be sadly missed all.

Jayne Coles

March 30, 2007

Why are you gone
It is not fair
I'll never get to talk to you again
Because your not there
I remember all of the good times we used to share
No other person can campare
Your smile will stay locked in my head
I used to love it when you said
"Don't worry about it I have everything under control"
I know you would not want me to cry
But I didn't want to say goodbye
I know you would want me to be happy for you
Sitting up there on a cloud
And looking down on us
Memories will never part and you will forever live in my heart