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Mark Mandelbaum Obituary
AGE: 64 • formerly of Aberdeen
Mark Mandelbaum, 64, of Madison, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2014. Though a long-time resident of Aberdeen, NJ, in the past few years he also lived in New York City and Budapest, Hungary, before settling in Madison in 2010. Mark was Director of Publications for ACSESS (Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environment Science Societies) in Madison, and worked in the Digital Publishing field for over 30 years.
Mark approached life with a great sense of humor, even in the face of serious illness and will be remembered for his warm nature and love of his family.
Mark is survived by his wife, Dru Baggett Mandelbaum and his three children, Jessica Lemmon and husband Alan of Jersey City, Daniel Mandelbaum and girlfriend Randi Peyser of Guttenberg, and Adam Mandelbaum and wife Amy of Selden, NY; two granddaughters, Dylan and Skylar Lemmon; sister, Melinda Stein and husband Steve of Savannah, GA. He is also survived by five stepchildren, Zane Martin of Franklin, TN, Dani Mace, Ali Mace, and Stuart Mace of Charlotte, NC, and Lars Lundeng of Fauske, Norway. He is also mourned by his first wife, Raellen Bernstein Mandelbaum of Aberdeen, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends and his devoted rescue greyhounds, Csaba and Chloe.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Korek Mandelbaum; father, Samson Mandelbaum; and stepmother, Doris Saffron Mandelbaum.
A service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 14 at Congregation B'nai Jacob, 176 West Side Ave., Jersey City, NJ, with burial to follow at Beth Israel Cemetery in Woodbridge. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations can be made to Greyhound Pets of America - Wisconsin at http://www.gpawisconsin.org.
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Stephen D. Kramer
March 16, 2021
March 16, 2021
After a long period of separation, this evening I decided to catch up on friends from elementary school, Mark and Raellen Mandelbaum and their kids. I was so sorry to find this obituary and the news regarding the termination of Mark and Raellen's marriage..I am touched that so many friends and colleagues had such kind memories regarding Mark and all four children. I am sure that they have grown up to be fine people and a credit to their parents. I gather from the text of the obituary that Mark and Raellen are on good terms. I hope that someone will transmit my wishes to Raellen's family, all of whom.I will do my best to see.
Belated condolences,
Steve Kramer and Sheryl Goldstein
Robert Wing
August 7, 2020
Lots of fond memories with Mark! We first met in Bangkok in 2004, then he offered my company to work with him at ACM and we signed a contract in Buenos Aires later in 2004 to work exclusively in Latin America. He participated in all our company’s sales events in Panama, Cartagena, Colombia, Río de Janeiro, Brazil, and many many more places around the world! We actually talked about his train rides from Matawan, NJ to NYC. His favorite train from NYC to Watawan is at 4:20pm every week day! I respect and enjoyed working with him until his passing away! My condolences to his family!!
Nate Ehresman
August 18, 2014
Mark, I'm going to miss talking football with you, and the way you would grimace and shake your head when the topic of Eli's interceptions came up. I always appreciated your "keep moving forward" approach to life and your stalwart smile in the face of adversity.
Go Giants.
Jono Hardjowirogo
August 14, 2014
Working with Mark for ten years at ACM was a pleasure! Not one conflict or argument in all that time. You were a good leader! You will be sorely missed!
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Madeline Fisher
August 14, 2014
Mark's leadership, vision, kindness, and sense of humor will be greatly missed here at ACSESS. My deepest sympathies to Dru and the rest of the family.
August 14, 2014
He was a good man.
John Gehl
Lynne and Bill Baggett
August 14, 2014
We were so lucky to have been able to share fun times with Dru and Mark and we were inspired by Mark's bravery dealing with his illness. We will remember his sense of humor, stories of traveling the world, New York Times crossword puzzles, discussions on soccer (Chelsea have lost a dedicated supporter). Most of all we will miss our brother-in-law and dear friend. Love and prayers to the family.
Gerry Murray
August 13, 2014
The day he left ACM, I snook into his office, closed the door behind me, looked straight at him and said:
"Mark, I've known you since...1993... I may not have always agreed with you... but I have to say, I always *respected* you."
He paused, looked back at me over the tips of his glasses, smiled and replied:
"Thankyou for that".
The Pubs. Dept. was never, ever the same.
Tricia Newell
August 13, 2014
I will forever be grateful for the time Mark was in my life. Mark was a clever, innovative man and a true leader. I know how lucky I am to have been able to learn from him.Mark was respected by everyone who met him and a genuine, loyal colleague.
Rest in peace, Mark. I will never forget you.
Ellen Bergfeld
August 13, 2014
Ah Mark, you have touched so many lives in such a profound manner. I appreciate all that you taught me, our staff and our volunteers. We miss you and are grateful for our time together. My sincere condolences to all of Mark's family members.
Alexander Barton
August 13, 2014
I will always remember the time I shared with Mark and the legacy he left in Madison, Wisconsin. I was inspired by his toughness and touched by his compassion for those in need. Mark was a wonderful person and will be missed by those who knew him.
Sharon Smith
August 13, 2014
Mark was a great person to work with at ACM. He will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Adam Molnar
August 13, 2014
I've only known him for a short while but I'll never forget the mood and character of this truly great person. I'll miss you Mark.
Robert Wing
August 13, 2014
Our sincere condolences to a respected friend and business associate! We will miss him!!
Mike Walsh
August 13, 2014
Mark will be missed. Mark's integrity, intelligence and good nature were great qualities. As a peer in the publishing business, I looked up to Mark because of these fine personal qualities. My prayers and condolences are with his family.
Clint and Leigh Butler
August 13, 2014
We were blessed to have Mark as part of our family. Our only regret is that our time with him was cut short. Mark was always so enjoyable and we will truly miss his smile and the good conversations.
We love you Mark,
Dave Borngesser
August 13, 2014
So sorry for your family's loss.
Johnny Reagan
August 13, 2014
Mark truly was an awesome dude. I have fond memories from the 30 years I've known him. My thoughts and prays are with his family
Paula Barber
August 13, 2014
Mark will be missed for his warmth and humor. RIP.
Meghan Allen
August 12, 2014
He was a great man. I will always remember his smile. My deepest condolances to Jessica, Dan and Adam...
From the Allen family
April Lemmon
August 12, 2014
Mark, you were such a great man and will be missed dearly. I know it was the love of his family that helped you through the years and you will always be alive in them. I remember even at Adam and Amy's wedding, your speech put tears in my eyes. Our prayers and condolences.
Always With Love,
The Lemmon Family
Marc Roth
August 12, 2014
Mark was the smartest,kindest,and funniest friend I had. He loved to love life-always laughing, rarely serious-minded,and a true,down-to-earth person. Randy and I will never forget the many good memories we all had together. So sorry.
Ron Boisvert
August 12, 2014
So sad to hear of Mark's passing. He was Director of Publications for the Association for Computing Machinery in New York for many years and oversaw the maturing and significant expansion of ACM's technical publications program. As such, his work contributed greatly to the computing profession. And, he always showed great hospitality to the many ACM volunteers who traveled to NYC to work with ACM; I learned how to eat well in midtown thanks to Mark. My sincere condolences to the family.
Aaron Colodin
August 12, 2014
Very sad to hear of his passing, he was one of the coolest of my friends Dad's growing up. He introduced me to the comedy of the three stooges. My Condolences to Jessica, Danny and Adam.
Ian Popkewitz
August 12, 2014
It was great getting to know Mark, he was a funny, nice person. We talked soccer a lot which I really enjoyed. I will miss him.
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