Mark Mortenson

Mark, I will always remember you as the very loving person you were. You were also mischievous and so much fun. You saved my life when I needed a friend. Who could forget a man that does that. You left us much too soon. My heart goes out to Curt and the family. If you have been watching Mark, Curt has been quite amazing while struggling through this last year. You two were so sweet together that it makes my heart ache that you are now apart. I will always love you and cherish your...

I´m thinking of you and the children during this very sad time. Curt, I am so sorry to learn of Mark´s passing.

He was one of the best. I will miss him terribly. My heart and love go out to Curt and his family. It was way too early to lose Mark.

Such a tragic loss to your family and the community. I always loved to listen to Mark. I would always learn something from him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Curt and the children during this devastating time. Hugs and

Mark touched so many lives. His energy and enthusiasm were simply contagious. Curt, our hearts go out to you and your entire family. Know we are thinking about you through this very sad time. Our deepest condolences.

Heartfelt condolences to Curt and the entire Maranto-Mortenson family. To say he will be missed is a huge understatement, but he will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew him. We are blessed for having known this visionary, mentor and friend.

Mark was truly one of a kind. He made everyone he came in contact with better for the interaction. My deepest sympathy and much love to Curt and your entire family. It is hard to express how much he will be missed.

A truly sad day for our community and especially for those of us associated with the region´s many cultural organizations. Since his arrival in Buffalo nearly two decades ago, Mark devoted himself to improving the lives of all Western New Yorkers through his leadership and tireless efforts at the Buffalo Museum of Science, the Richardson Center and Lipsey Architectural Center, and the Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens. Thank you, Mark, for the tremendous legacy you leave behind. It will...