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He leaves his beloved wife Trish Mailler ;and his extended family Susan Mailler and Jim Adams; Betsy Mailler and her daughters Heidi and Krista; Bill Mailler and Lee Phylborn and their daughters, Christen, and Lindsi; as well as his beloved step-daughter Sierra Hart; and step-son Jules Gehrt; their grandmother Marjorie Morgan and dear friends Mary Ryan and Lynne Schachne. He was recently predeceased by his mother-in-law, June Denton, with whom he had a special bond.
Mark grew up in Longmeadow, and moved to Maryland with his family when in high school. He studied art at Montgomery College and moved in the early 1970's back to the Pioneer Valley. He proceeded to buy, renovate, and sell many houses while at the same time, work on his craft of egg tempura painting.
He began showing his work at Michelson Galleries and, as success came, Mark's paintings sold at galleries in Manchester, Vermont, and Orleans on Cape Cod. His fine egg tempura work stunned everyone with his realistic style and it was highly sought after by collectors. Mark continued painting and drawing right up to the end.
Two rare cancers took his life, and he was forever grateful to Hospice of Franklin County, Alana, Jenn, and Mara and to the folks at Cancer Connection in Northampton, including his Reiki healer Nancy, for the wonderful care they gave him.
If you desire to make a memorial donation in Mark's name, please consider these two agencies.
Interment is private. However, a celebration of Mark's life and work will be held June 24, from 4 to 6 p.m. at R. Michelson Galleries on Main Street, Northampton, MA. All are welcome to attend.
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Carolyn Bronz
June 14, 2024
A sad anniversary. Miss you Mark
Susan Cates
November 11, 2021
Mark gave me my first job in Western Mass-at his frame shop in Amherst, MA. In addition to teaching me how to make a frame, he taught me a lot of what I know about being a kind and generous person.
Carolyn Bronz
June 14, 2019
Just reading over this guestbook and remembering Mark and missing him and knowing Trishs grief right now ❤❤
August 9, 2017
Mark offered me a part time job as a picture framer in the mid 90's and I took over the business in '97. I remember his kindness and gentle spirit and his incredible attention to detail. I'm extremely saddened to hear of his passing. Rest in peace.
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Jane Yolen
June 24, 2017
Mark--your work stuns but it was your kindness and calm that worked its own magic. I am out of the country till September, but will think of the gathering at Michelson's all today and wish I could be there to celebrate your life and many gifts.--Jane Yolen
Charlotte Varady-Dwyer
June 24, 2017
I am happy I and many have seen and shared Mark's wonderful work. Condolences, Peace and God Bless.
Carolyn and Phil Bronz
June 24, 2017
Too soon gone! We will miss you dearly. Our memories of our oven vacations at the beachpoint club with you and Trish are precious. And staying in your various houses and helping you move. And cooking and sharing good food. And our mutual love of crystals, and of Trish. Thank you for your open heart and wisdom you shared.
❤❤
Koo Schadler
June 24, 2017
Mark, you and your beautiful images will be missed in the egg tempera community. Thanks for sharing some of your brushes and pigments with me before you passed on - they'll find a life in my next painting. When I use them I'll enjoy thinking of you, your remarkable artwork, and our painterly camaraderie. My condolences to Trish and all your family and friends.
Jeannie O'Halloran
June 20, 2017
Mark Meunier, you were, first off, a great pal. Then you became a great artist!Sorry for your passing, but I will see you soon!
Valerie Petersen-Beard
June 20, 2017
Mark, I haven't spoken to you since high school, but I remember you well. You stood out from the crowd because of your kindness to others.
Rene
June 20, 2017
Mark, you left footprints behind with your amazing work and also on the hearts of those who love you. You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. I am so grateful that we got to know you and that my sister met the love of her life. Hugs and love to Trish. May the love you shared carry you until you meet again.
Don Muller
June 20, 2017
Mark and I became friends about 25 years ago. To me he was one of the kindest and most peaceful people I've ever met. Besides being my favorite artist in the Valley he was an excellent golfer who introduced me to the game. After playing hundreds of rounds with hundreds of different kinds of people hanging with Mark every week for many years was the best. His calmness was contagious, his swing was beautiful to watch and he was quite simply a joy to spend time with. I'm so happy I made a point of seeing him almost every week over the past six months. It meant as much to me as I'm sure it did to him. Miss you already Mark! Rest in Peace my good friend!
Scott Rigby
June 20, 2017
Mark, you are my best friend for ever. There will always be a place in my heat for you and you will never be forgotten.
Sue Ann Higgins
June 20, 2017
In honor of a beautiful soul...RIP Mark
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