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Mark Cadman Obituary
Mark was a man of few words, so his remembrance will follow suit. He was born on Jan. 1, 1950, in Hartford, to John and Katharine Cadman. He was a well-respected and beloved farrier, working closely with clients, colleagues, and veterinarians for over 45 years. He also leaves a long history of civic accomplishments, serving his community as the chairman of the Planning and Zoning Committee, Medical Captain of the Tolland Fire Department, bass guitar accompanist for the Tolland Senior Center Chorus, and a tireless member of the Tolland Lions Club. In addition, his passion for music provided many years of Saturday night entertainment at "the barn," while his love of the outdoors provided him with an exquisite eye for photographing the beauty of the natural world. Behind it all, his deep connection to "the generations-past" and his love of the "Hills of Home" in Sweden, Maine, gave him continuous joy and strength.
Mark is survived by his wife, Deborah; and his children, Abraham, Caleb, and Abigail, their spouses; and his six cherished grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Ted, and an extended family of cousins who were always a part of his life.
A memorial service will be held on Feb. 22, at 10:30 a.m., at the Educational Center of Storrs Congregational Church, 2 North Eagleville Road, Storrs. Please see church website for parking and directions. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Mark's life. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Mark's memory to A Place Called Hope (Birds of Prey Rehabilitation and Education Center), 154 Pond Meadow Road, Killingworth, CT 06419
www.aplacecalledhoperaptors.com
www.facebook.com/APlaceCalledHope
Valley Fog
The fog sea flows in the valley
Lapping at the mountains shore
But it will subside
As though with the tide
Until daybreak comes once more.
- Mark Cadman
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Cadman
Tory MacDonald
February 22, 2020
The news of Mark's passing hit me like a ton of bricks. He was my farrier for years and took such good care of my arab stallion Zarife.
Mark was a man that walked quietly on this earth but made a HUGE impact on all that he came in contact with. My heart aches for his family and friends. I am lucky to have had him in my life! Rest easy my friend.
Keith Randino
February 22, 2020
I worked with Mark for years on the Fire department on the EMS side. I had tremendous respect for his work ethic and his determination to always make the EMS crews better as the medical Captain. His knowledge of EMS helped the town in ways that most people don't know but was very tangible to the EMS crews. He made me a better EMT and always enjoyed working with him. I will miss him and I am sorry for your loss Debra and the rest of his family. He will be remembered for a long time.
Karen Norton
February 18, 2020
Mark was my farrier for many years, and will always be thought of as a very special person! When one of my horses would pass over the rainbow bridge, Mark would be first in line of offer sympathy and always made a memorial using the lost horses shoe with the appropriate initial welded inside the shoe. Those memorial horse shoes will hang at my barn as long as I am here. Another time, my neighbor who is suffering from a debilitating disease, had to put her aged horse down. Mark knew she needed help and generously sat hours at her barn until the vet and backhoe showed up. Mark Cadman was a man of high integrity and will be greatly missed. RIP Mark.
Randy and Deb Corcoran
February 18, 2020
Mark was the kind of person everyone would want for a friend but not everyone was fortunate enough to meet him. A gentle spoken truly nice person, and in the end that is as good as it gets. God bless you Mark. Randy and Deb Corcoran.
Judy & Al Lynn
February 14, 2020
There really are no words to express the sadness we feel. He was much too young to leave us. We knew Mark from being at the barn on Saturday nights for the past 10 years whenever we made it to CT. He truly was one of the most wonderful people we have ever know. Our thoughts are with all of Mark's family.
Bridget Eukers
February 13, 2020
Dear Deborah and Family,
I met Mark only a couple of times, through the Garthwaite family (I board my horse at their farm), and couldn't help but like him immediately. He was an incredibly nice man, as well as a wonderful and conscientious farrier. His genuine love of the horses came though so clearly! He will certainly be missed! My deepest sympathies and peace to you all at this difficult time.
Bridget
Thomas Lebel
February 12, 2020
You Gave so much and showed Humbleness too all those you touch there for you'll always be remembered in so many Hearts
Rayna
February 10, 2020
Sending love and condolences to Abe, Caleb & Abbie. Even though it was many years ago, I have fond memories of my last visits with Uncle Mark. I feel sad & remorseful that I hadnt had the opportunity to see you again as I am much closer living in Toronto and had intended on coming down in the summer.
April Teveris
February 10, 2020
I served with mark on the Tolland PZC, and occasionally would see him around town in the years since. Always a smile and a kind word. Thoughtful and respectful to everyone. I am saddened to learn of his passing and grateful to have known him.
Maegen Casey (Garthwaite)
February 9, 2020
Mark was a great guy and a skilled farrier. Thank you Mark for taking care of our horses as well as you did. My thoughts and prayers are with family & friends. May the happy memories provide comfort & strength.
Kevin Auguste
February 9, 2020
Thanks for being a great neighbor and having fun with us kids across the road
Theodore Cadman
February 9, 2020
YOU passed Far Too Soon -
Further communiques Re: Raptors & Our Mutual Love of Owls will B Missed
& my Hopes for us off the coast in our 80's Never to B Realized -
I will Miss You Brother
Ted
Nancy Cadman Owen
February 9, 2020
Mark will be missed by friends and family. I have so many memories of our families at the beach July 4th especially. Five cousins who could get into trouble without even trying and had fun doing it. Thanksgiving at our grandparents and sliding down the 3 story banister we weren't suppose to be on. My condolences to his family.
Li'l Ukulele, big smiles!!
Christine Collins
February 9, 2020
Lil' Ukulele, big smiles!!!
Christine Collins
February 9, 2020
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