Richmond, Virginia
ZELL, Mark, went peacefully to be with the Lord on Monday, July 30, 2012, with his wife and daughter by his side. He courageously battled a rare form of leukemia with amazing faith and peace. Mark was born in Richmond on February 14, 1946 to Irvin and Tillie Cohen Zell. He was a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School and the University of Virginia in AEPi Fraternity. He was an extraordinary athlete. His skills in basketball and many other sports are well remembered. After teaching science and math in Chesterfield County and Marymont Schools, he entered the printing business in Richmond. He owned and operated his establishment selling and manufacturing printing for 43 years. He was a mentor to his employees and many business associates. He was a genuine friend to everyone. Mark helped countless people in many areas and walks of life. This was his pleasure. Mark was a member of St Giles' Presbyterian Church, active in Needles Eye Ministries, and The Second Half. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Sarah Zell; his beloved daughter, Lainee Zell Biliunas and her husband, Mike; his cherished grandchildren, Mark and Natalie; three sisters, Marilyn Zell Moore (Steven), Sandy Zell Cohen and Arlene Zell Kates (Bob); and he will be greatly missed by many cousins, nieces and nephews he sincerely treasured. Mark Zell, beloved husband, wonderful father and relative, was truly a gentle man, uniquely committed to his strong faith in God. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 7, at St. Giles' Presbyterian Church, 5200 Grove Ave., Richmond, Va. 23226, with the family to receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow in Greenwood Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mark's memory to St. Giles' Presbyterian Church or Needles Eye Ministries, 104 Berrington Ct., Richmond, Va. 23221.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Sarah,
I have been trying to contact you and in my search discovered the sad news of Mark's death. Please accept my heart felt, although very late condolences. Also, I have tried to call. When you receive this please let me hear from you. [email protected]. Love and Hugs, Janie Dooley-Stuart
Janie Dooley-Stuart
June 10, 2013 | New Smyrna Beach, FL
I just found out about Mark's death and wanted to express my condolences to his family. I knew Mark through the printing industry and he was truly a great man who cared deeply for his family, employees and vendors. Rest in peace, Mark
Cris Pollnow
February 16, 2013 | Fredericksburg, VA
A wonderful soul - he was my neighbor many years ago in Charlottesville. He had a warm and caring heart. I loved to hear him laugh.
Betsy Watson
October 22, 2012 | Charlottesville, VA
I was quite saddened to see that Mark had passed. We were old college buddies who lost touch, but renewed contact again when he became ill. It is sad that his illness is what it took to bring us together again. I will miss him.
Bruce Cheson
September 28, 2012 | WASHINGTON, DC
Mark's family,
I hope each day brings you richer memories, and each message about what a wonderfully kind and generous man Mark was, brings you peace. His was a beautifully lived life, and many are touched by that. I knew him through the world of printing and worked with him on many annoying little printing projects that distracted him from the easy ones! He was charming, forgiving and generous through it all.
Blessings on your journey.
Valerie O'Brien
August 21, 2012 | Richmond
Thinking of Mark's family!
Gary and I were talking today when Spectrum Press entered our minds & immediately we wondered how is he? He hD shared his journey through life and what he was going to be going through the next months.
We lost a legend who we respected and admired!
Our hearts grieve with you
Connie & Gary Hegemier
August 14, 2012 | Charlottesville, VA
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing and sincerest condolences to his family. I have many fond memories of Mark while we were in AEPi together at U.Va.
Bob Krawcheck U.Va. 1966
Robert Krawcheck
August 09, 2012 | Coral Gables, FL
Chère Sarah, Chère famille Zell,
Nous avons appris la triste nouvelle.
Nous repensons aux agréables moments passés avec vous lors de votre visite en Provence il y a quelques années.
Nous avions beaucoup apprécié de faire votre connaissance, vous qui aviez si bien accueilli notre fille Marie-Pierre pendant ses études à Richmond.
Nous avions réalisé alors que vous étiez de vrais 'francophiles'!
La simplicité, la spontanéité et le sens de l'humour de Mark...
August 08, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Johnnie Dye
August 08, 2012 | Richmond, VA
