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Marc M. Surprenant
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Marc Surprenant Obituary
Marc spent most of his school years in Southern California where he was a star swimmer and water polo player, earning a scholarship to USC.
As a young man, he returned to the East Coast where he helped popularize the triathlon movement in New England. He went on to compete in several world-class triathlons including the Hawaiian Ironman where he placed 8th in 1986. Additionally he finished 2nd place in the Ironman, New Zealand. At the height of his sports career, he was featured on Channel 5's "Chronicle" and appeared on the cover of Tri-Athlete magazine.
A true renaissance man, Marc was also a talented artist whose paintings and murals have graced the walls of many establishments throughout the Cape and beyond. He will be remembered for his joie de vivre and his passionate love of music, art, family and the finer things in life.
Marc touched many lives and many hearts. He will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Marc is preceded in death by his father, Michael P. Surprenant. He is survived by his mother, Cecile LaPointe of Manzanita, Ore., sisters Keri Dempster of Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., and Nicole Wilson of Dover, N.H., four nieces and a nephew as well as numerous aunts and uncles.
Visiting hours will be in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Rd. (Rte. 28), Marstons Mills, MA, on Thursday June 3, 2010, from 4 to 7 p.m. Services and burial will be at a later date.
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Fran Fidler
May 26, 2023
Always in Prayer
Fran Fidler
May 26, 2019
Still MISS You Marc. Prayers + Peace always.
judy green
June 16, 2010
Cecile, David, Dustin, Family,
My deepest condolences on the recent loss of your son, nephew, uncle. I have wonderful memories back to Roadhouse, Roo Bar and Tomatoes and everywhere in between. Surely miss his smile, positive outlook on life. Still can't believe he's gone. May he rest in peace.
Love you Marc.
miss judy green
Fran Fidler
June 8, 2010
Marc, God bless you, my friend.
I loved sharing those bike rides from Boston to Provincetown, taking the ferry back in the early 80's with you & Steve Quinn. And Laughing - treasured moments. Listening/trading music (cassettes)and stories... along the route. Thanks for allowing me to train with you. Wonderful memories. I Miss You Marc. Love Ya + Prayers.
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Tom Fay
June 7, 2010
This is a link to a Triathalon magazine remembering Marc. Be sure to see the comments from the sports legends at the bottom of the article.
http://www.slowtwitch.com/News/Tri_legend_Marc_Surprenant_dies_at_49_1371.html
Tommy D
June 5, 2010
Marc, I never met anyone like you in my life. A gift to all that new you. You will be missed by everyone that had the pleasure to know you.Such a talent such a man. I will see you on the other side. God Bless
Chris
June 4, 2010
Still can't believe that you're gone...The last couple of times that we spent together were very special...just doing the simplest of things, but you always made every day count.You were truly a kind, generous, and thoughtful soul, and this became more evident in each passing year. Don't know why the "good" always die young...miss you already..
Chris
June 4, 2010
Marc, I still can't believe that you're gone....Just thinking of the last few times that we spent time together..You were always the positive, upbeat, passionate one. Your life was cut way too short...Why do the "good die young?"
Charlie Graves
June 4, 2010
Marc your infectious spirit and up-for-anything attitude made you a great training partner and a dear friend. It's been years since we connected, but the sound of your name brings a smile and a rush of treasured memories. Thank you for contributing joy to my life and to so many others.
Rose Rodriguez
June 4, 2010
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Joe D
June 4, 2010
I'm absolutely shocked and deeply saddened to hear this tragic news. Marc will always be missed and never ever forgotten. A fierce competitor and yet a sensitive artist, an extremely rare combination.
With sad irony I'll always remember Marc singing "I'll Remember You" with the band on Sunday nights at the "Cat". We'll "All remember you"!!
One fond memory; Marc was driving down W.Main, on his bicycle passing me on the left, dressed in full gear, complete with helmet,shades etc., I had no idea who this guy was cruising immediately along side of me next to the drivers side window (at probably 40 to 45 MPH), I was looking at this guy in shock thinking this guy's got to be crazy. Then he just cracked an ear to ear grin, I just immediately broke up and yelled "SOUP". When he was sure I recognized him he easily picked up speed and left me in the dust!
A positive, talented, highly respected gentleman and just a great overall human being. You shall be loved and missed greatly by many, many people.
Troy Thomas
June 3, 2010
It was with heartfelt sadness that I learned of Marc's passing. Marc, we shared so many laughs. You will truely be missed by many.
Sara Scammon
June 3, 2010
Marc,
You are such an amazing kind soul. I am lucky to have known you.Your smile,Your joy and your happiness was so contageous and I thank you for that.You made so many of my days tolerable when you would just come in for a quick coffee at the store, You would always leave me with a smile on my face from just seeing your friendly face and talking for a few moments.. a short hello from you could make my day ..Marc.. You will be missed, But never forgotten my friend. Sail on...
Wendy Joakim
June 3, 2010
Marc,
Dan, Max and I will truly miss you. Thank you for being such a great friend to Dan and a "surfboard" to Max at Wequaquet Lake. I know how much Dan liked spending time with you. He won't have to share his lasagna with you. He never wanted me to tell you when I made it because he wanted it all to himself. I'll miss your great smile, kind words, sense of humor and crazy stories.
Peace and love to you.
Janelle Manchester
June 3, 2010
I was so sad to hear (just today) of Marc passing away :( I cannot believe it. What a wonderful person he is!!! He always loved to show me his paintings, which he was so proud of, and play songs for me on his guitar. I had not seen him recently but I do wish I had seen him alot more often since he always put a smile on my face. I am happy to say, altho it is very sad to know he is gone, that i'm sure glad that I knew Marc and that I was a part of his life and that I could call him a true friend. He will truly be missed by myself and many others.
Joe Colucci
June 3, 2010
Marc,
You always had a smile to light up a room and the engery to keep it going.
You will be truely missed my friend.
Your wonderfull art and fond memories will keep your spirit alive forever.
Paul Huddle
June 3, 2010
I was so sad to hear you've gone ahead of the rest of us. I haven't seen you since the 80s but remember you for embodying the best of what a person could be. Your infectious enthusiasm for life was a gift that I'll hang on to and try to share as readily as you did. I feel obligated to play and laugh a little harder in your honor. Strength to your family and friends.
Steve Quinn
June 3, 2010
Say it ain`t so Surp.For thirty years you`ve been an energy in my life.Now your gone and the void will never be filled.I love you Marc.Nothing can take away the times we shared.
mark medlar
June 2, 2010
Soup,
I can still see you in your tinfoil solarium.
I can still smell the steaks sizzling on the ghetto grill.
I can still feel the soreness in my arm from throwing several thousand pitches of wizball.
And I can still taste the incredibly authentic chili relenos.
But most of all soup, I can still hear you playing 'Coco Pride' on our beloved Brown Betty.
And so, to a great friend and brother whose high energy spirit and rich, rich soul will always be alive in my heart, I simply say, I love you soup.
~Med
p.s. Thanks for the epic dry lightening
thunderstorm last Wednesday night....
DANNY D
June 2, 2010
SWIMMING BIKING RUNNING
WRITTING SINGING PAINTING
SURFING PADDLING SKIING
LAUGHING PLAYING LOVING
STORIES TO BE RETOLD
ADVENTURES TO BE RELIEVED
MEMORIES NEVER TO BE FORGOTTEN
WHO WOULD HAVE GUESSED THIS YOUNG LIFEGUARD FROM SO CAL,RESPLENDENT IN HIS TRADEMARK VAURNET SUN GLASSES , WOULD SO INSPIRE US, CHALLENGE US, AND MOST OF ALL TEACH US TO PLAY LIKE CHILDREN AGAIN. WE LOVE YOU
June 2, 2010
I was so sad to hear of Marc's passing. He was always so full of energy & friendly to all. I will never forget when we were at Tomatoes last year & my 5 year old daughter (one of his regulars) had requested pasta aglio y olio with NO GREEN STUFF. When she discovered one tiny spec of parsley Marc put it on his finger and said "WHAT???? I am going into the kitchen RIGHT NOW to reprimand the chef..this is rediculous!" & off he marched. We talk about this all the time. He was so funny. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with your family in this time of sadness.
-Kimberly, Michael & Hannah Murphy
Austin OBrien
June 2, 2010
Marc,
Though I had not seen you in a few years I always considered you a great friend. I will always remember the great times when we worked at the Roo Bar. "Fresh Water for the Horses" You will be missed more than you could ever imagine. God Bless
Janet Pelletier-Foster
June 2, 2010
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Cecile, during this difficult and sad time.
Steve Norton
June 1, 2010
You were a great inspiration,we had many laughs,plenty of tough workouts and great fun after the races.You and your family are in my prayers.See you at the next Big race.
Chelsey
June 1, 2010
Marc,
I was so appreciative you have you as a thoughtful neighbor this past year, always cooking something amazing, teaching me guitar or playing along with "Cash Cab." We will miss you at the Compound this summer... Thanks for good memories, Rest in Peace.
Chelsey and Ali
Laurel Bloom
June 1, 2010
Completely stunned by the news today...Many memories of skiing with marc on the annual Starbuck's/ Sam diego's ski trip..one particular memory sticks in my mind...skiing at Loon..I was halfway down the run and saw Marc going up the lift..Being a fairly aggressive skier myself, I reached the bottom in quick time, to find Marc already there..don't know how he did it...just blew my mind...but then again he was an amazing athlete and all around nice guy, always surrounded by excitement...He will be sorely missed....
Marty O'Malley
June 1, 2010
I am saddened to receive this terrible news. Marc and his father Mike, brought so much talent, enthusiasm & drive getting the Cape and NE Triathlon programs started. He was a fierce competitor, an elite athlete & always a friend. God Bless both Mark, Mike and his family.
Shannon Delaney
June 1, 2010
Marc -Great laughs and memories. Always full of great energy and infectious smiles. I will hold those memories dear - thanks
Cill
June 1, 2010
be at peace old friend - thanks for all the laughs and fun.
Richard Arneson
June 1, 2010
Although I only new Marc for a few years he was always a familiar, friendly face in the Osterville community and always eager to extend a hand of friendship.
Sincere Condolences,
Arnie
Tom Fay
June 1, 2010
Thousands of miles biked, roads run, waters crossed - swam and skated. Waves ridden, one year over 300 days in the surf. Thousands of songs sung, dances danced, meals cooked and savored.
A Marc story: He invited my wife and I to sail a small boat. "You know how to sail Marc?" "Come on Tommy get in". Within minutes we were smack dab in the path of a charging Nantucket ferry. "COME ABOUT- NO OTHER WAY" We were laughing so hard my wife peed her shorts. He turned it around at the blast of the ferry's horn.
I miss you my friend; my heart aches.
Tom, Keya & girls
stephanie tarbox
June 1, 2010
Mark was a wonderful person, always welcoming with a big smile! Mark will be greatly missed! I remember him when i was a kid ruling the Cape Cod streets on his bike, and his white shades! I will always think of him when i see the shell tree on Long Beach. (Mark's "church")
Lauren Uddo
June 1, 2010
Marc,
I'm shocked and saddened. Just last week I thought to call you...I wish I had. We've know each other many years, and I have always valued you as a friend. You are a wonderful person! I send my love with you.
June 1, 2010
Thousands of miles biked, roads run, waters crossed - swam and skated. Waves ridden, one year over 300 days in the surf. Thousands of songs sung, dances danced, meals cooked and savored.
A Marc story: He invited my wife and I to sail a small boat. "You know how to sail Marc?" "Come on Tommy get in". Within minutes we were smack dab in the path of a charging Nantucket ferry. "COME ABOUT- NO OTHER WAY" We were laughing so hard my wife peed her shorts. He turned it around at the blast of the ferry's horn.
I miss you my friend; my heart aches.
Tom, Keya & girls.
Alan Green
June 1, 2010
Great guy. Always a ready smile and good and word. My wife, Sherry and I will miss him.
June 1, 2010
Marc...I keep our memories close to my heart. I will miss you.
Shaunna
Robin Marsden
June 1, 2010
Marc you always new how to brighten up a room. Always had nie things to say. you will be greatly missed
Lynne (Ramey) Duffy
June 1, 2010
I remember all the laughs, the dancing, the races, your art, so talented and gone too soon. We had some good times didn't we? Be at peace my friend.
thomas Cypoliski
June 1, 2010
Marc, I was so saddened to hear of your passing. You were a special friend who will be greatly missed. I will always cherish our great times together over the past 2 decades and remember them fondly. Our one on one late night hockey, bike rides and conversations are some of my favorite memories. You were a gifted athlete, talented artist and true friend who I will miss.
Your friend, Thomas.
Mark Sherbertes
June 1, 2010
You will be missed my friend, you gave us a long history of many good times that will live on forever...
A BUCK - A BONE- A PIECE OF CABBAGE.
Love you Soup, Mark Sherbertes, Brian Hummel, Stu Bunting, John Macavoy, Mitch Mcabe. ( The Card Fathers)
June 1, 2010
Marc, my friend. A wall of sadness has fallen on me. You were one of the most charasmatic and talented persons I've ever met. We had lost touch over the last few years, but I will sorely miss you here on earth. I hope you're in a better place than this one.
Jonny Bold
June 1, 2010
My friend,...Marco,..our conversations, our friendship though brief, are another memory that has added a special experience to my life. You will be missed by more than you could ever imagine. Sorry we never made that ski trip. Your OLD friend,..Cap'n John
June 1, 2010
Soup I Love You......Brown Betty
Mel Joseph
June 1, 2010
He gave creditability to the New England triathlon scene. As California was the mecca for elite athletes Marc was the Cape's contribution to the elite world. Many top flite triathletes have come and gone from this region but Marc was the first and the most colorful! He rankled some and laughed with others but he never gave less than his best. I still have his Tri-Athlete magazine cover.
Christine Seymour
June 1, 2010
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Marc's passing. I met Marc several years ago and he remained a good friend, always filled with that passion for life, and forever with that infectious smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time.
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