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in his home on Monday, December 19, 2005. He was 38 years old. Mark was dearly loved and greatly admired for his dedication to his family and friends. The energy he gave to his wife and children seemed boundless, and he provided his family with endless love and laughter. He made many dear friends with his infectious enthusiasm and remarkable sense of humor. Mark was born June 30, 1967, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Robert and Maebelle Meili. He graduated from Indiana University. On November 23, 1991, he was united in marriage to Jeanna Laurel Garde in Indianapolis. In 1997, Mark and Jeanna moved to Scottsdale, Arizona. In July of this year he accepted a position as Vice President of MFS Investment Management. He was highly regarded as a responsible and successful businessperson, and earned the admiration of his colleagues for the skill and dedication he brought to his business endeavors. Mark was a member of La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale, and of the Rotary Club of Pinnacle Peak. He earned a reputation for his dedication to civic causes, and generously donated of his time and resources to numerous charities and foundations. Mark is survived by his wife, Jeanna, his son, Zachary, his two daughters, Grace and Caroline, his parents, Robert and Maebelle, and his brother, Robert. He was preceded in death by his sister, Christine. A celebration of life service for Mark R. Meili will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, December 28, at La Casa De Cristo Lutheran Church, at 6300 E Bell Rd in Scottsdale.
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Marco J Santoro
April 24, 2023
Mark was a light in the forest. Smartest, funniest, most courageous person in the room. Understood people for who they were, saw the best in you and called it out. A rare person, one of gods soldiers. Thank you Mark..
Dan Hardy
February 29, 2008
Jeanna and kids:
I just now discoverd this site and I know I am late saying this but wanted you to know how this made me so sad when I heard about Mark. He was fun to be with and a great work colleague. I hope you are all healing well and that life is good for you.
Daniel Eastburn
May 6, 2006
I met Mark and Jeana a few years back when they joined the Pinnacle Peak Rotary club. They jumped right in and were solid workers and leaders in our efforts to raise funds and help our charities. Mark was always smilin' and ready to do what ever needed to be done and had great energy. It was obvious He and Jeana had a strong love for each other. It showed so much in their humor and interaction. I really enjoyed being around Mark for that.
Tom Edwards
May 5, 2006
Dear Jeanna,
We mourn the loss of a friend but we celebrate the life of a good man whom we had the opportunity to know.
Jeanna Meili
May 4, 2006
Dear Friends,
I would like to thank you for all the warm wishes and kind words. I can't tell you all how much I miss Mark. He was an amazing husband, father and friend. I know in my heart things will be ok and Mark is looking over us with a smile. I will always love you Mark and I will never forget the most amazing seventeen years of my life. Thank you, I would do it all over again.
Your loving wife Jeanna
joe mutti
February 13, 2006
I had the opportunity to work with Mark at Schwab for 1.5 years , he was a really cool guy , my sincere condolences go out to mom and kids , god bless you , Joe Mutti
Janice Port
January 3, 2006
Jeanna, Zachary, Grace, and Caroline, So very shocked and saddened to hear of Mark's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
Mike & Cheryl Ford
January 3, 2006
Just heard, Jeanna - we are so shocked and saddened. I remember when I first met Mark thinking how at ease and comfortable I felt around him. He seemed to bring enthiusiasm, humor and goodwill to everything he did -always smiling. God Bless you all, and you all will be in our prayers.
Daniel Eastburn
January 1, 2006
Jeanna, Zack, Grace and Christine--Mark was a great guy and you all are his living testament to making the best of this world in everything you do--god bless you.
Daniel and Kate Eastburn
Creg Ostler
December 30, 2005
Jeanna,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Josh Winston
December 29, 2005
Jeanna,
I was so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. He was a kind hearted person who had wits, class and genuine Hoosier character. The memorial service was a lovely tribute to him. You and Mark were the two people I felt most comfortable with each Tuesday at Rotary. I'm gratefull for the time I was able to know him.
Angel Mendez
December 29, 2005
I had the pleasure of working with Mark for a short time here at Schwab. I will miss his smile and energy. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless and your family is in my prayers during this difficult time.
Peter Corning
December 28, 2005
All of us at MFS miss Mark immensely. In spite of the short time Mark was with us he left an everlasting impression with his professionalism, great sense of humor and the obvious devotion he held for his family. His energy, that larger than life smile and that special bounce he had in his step will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Eloise and Gene Koonce
December 28, 2005
Jeanna, Gene and I will miss Mark and his boundless energy and sense of humor. He was a good friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Alan & Sandy Havir
December 28, 2005
Mark,
You are a great guy. Tireless and boundless, you rise far above the rest. We miss your smile. As Charles Chaplin said, "smile and the whole world smiles with you". Thanks for your smile. Alan & Sandy
Dana Jennings
December 28, 2005
Jeanna,
Mark was a wonderful man and an inspiration to many of us at Schwab. I feel fortunate to have had the chance to work with him and get to know him. He is greatly missed.
Dayle Wilson
December 28, 2005
Jeanna,
I cannot even express how much Mark meant to all of us. Working with him at Schwab and knowing him really made me a better person. I feel lucky just to have known him.
susan wilson
December 27, 2005
Dear jeanna:
Mark was a wonderful person with a big heart.I worked with him at Charles Schwab for many years.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.He will always be a with you and your family in your hearts.
Rob and Kathy Hurst
December 27, 2005
Dear Jeanna,
Rob and I were very saddened to hear of Mark's death. We have prayed and continue to pray for you and your children. Let God and time be your healer. And see that you will always have Mark in your children. May you and your children have peace within knowing he will always be with you and after the tears, the smiles will return and share many, many, happy memories.
God Bless.
Ruth
December 27, 2005
Jeanna,
Given the energy that Mark brought to our environment at Schwab I can't imagine a more dedicated and fun father and husband. I hope that you will all soon receive the strength that you need to go on with the life that he would have worked so hard to support you all in.
Sherry Mischel
December 27, 2005
I knew Mark for only a short period, but during that time, I found him to always be warm and friendly, with an infectious smile, a magnetic personality and a love of life--love of his wife and children, his friends, and community. He will be sorely missed. I know and feel your loss.
Love, Sherry
Tom Tiner
December 27, 2005
Dear Jeanna and Family,
We are deeply saddened by this news. Mark was a terrific person with great achievements in his life. He was always proudest and loudest in regards to his family. I am grateful to have known him over the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom and Candice Tiner
Nick Vallario
December 27, 2005
Jeanna,
Mark was a special man, but you know that. His legacy will be you and the children. Carry on with pride knowing he would have it no other way. We will all miss his smile, but always have his memory.
Sandra Kula
December 27, 2005
Jeanna, Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this time of inconsolible grief.
Words are so inadequate to share with you what our hearts feel.Let your memeories of Love support you.
Carolyn (Lee) Sanderson
December 27, 2005
Dear Jeanna & Family - I am so deeply saddened by your loss. I hope the wonderful memories you have will carry you through this difficult time. Mark was my 1st boss at Schwab over 10+ years ago and I learned so much from him. I was always touched by his deep devotion to you and the kids. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless, Carolyn Sanderson (Lee)
Laird and Sherry Hatch and Family
December 27, 2005
Jeanna, Zack, Grace and Caroline, You are in our hearts and prayers at this time. We are so deeply saddened by your loss, Mark was a wonderful Husband and Father and will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Renee (Rinkus) Shol
December 27, 2005
May God give you strength as you grieve the loss of a remarkable man. Mark helped guide my career and made an impact on my life. He definitely made the world a better place by his presence.
Rhody & Sandy Esmay
December 27, 2005
Jeanna;
Sandy & I are saddened beyond words. We will always have fond memories of Mark. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the kids.
Hector Rodriguez
December 27, 2005
Jeanna, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'll always remember Mark's enthusiasm and leadership. I’ll always be thankful for his impact in my life.
Tricia and Andy Beran
December 27, 2005
Dear Jeanna,
Please accept our deepest condolences on your loss - and please let us know if there is anything we can do to help.
Your neighbors, Tricia and Andy
Greg Summitt
December 27, 2005
Jeanna,
You have our sympathies in this time. May God keep and protect you and the children. Mark will never be forgotten in our hearts and in our memmories. God Bless, Greg, Sandy and the boys.
Tim (TDY), Jenny and Zachary Young
December 26, 2005
Jeanna, we are heartbroken to hear of this news. Mark was always a pleasure to work with while we were at Schwab. Rather than shed tears over his loss, smile and remember the good things that Mark did and how he touched all of us with his wonderful heart. Our hearts go out to you and your family.
Joe & Pat Wolfe
December 26, 2005
Jeanna, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are deeply saddened by your loss. Mark was an exceptional man and will be greatly missed.
Robin Craig
December 26, 2005
We will always remember Mark's energy and huge smile that he brought to everything that he did. We will miss him so much.
Love, Robin and Bob Craig
Tom Kutrieb
December 26, 2005
I was shocked and saddend to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children.
Peter Economopoulos
December 26, 2005
Our deepest sympathy for your great loss.
Our thoughts and prayers to all your family
Pete and Ginny Economopoulos
Grace Kelly
December 25, 2005
Dear Jeanna, Zach, Grace & Caroline,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We wish you peace, strength and patience with time to heal.
Most Sincerely,
Grace Kelly & Peter Rusin Family
Tom & Marina McLean
December 24, 2005
We are very saddened by your loss. You and your family have our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Peter Celestina
December 24, 2005
Jeanna:
We are truly sorry for your loss. Mark was a great neighbor and a supporter of the Los Gatos community. He will truly be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Pete, Barb and Celestina family.
Robert Mohorich
December 24, 2005
Jeanna,
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers will always be with Mark and your family. We feel blessed to have been able to know and spend time with Mark, he will forever be remembered in our Hearts.
Bob, Debbie and Heather Mohorich
Chris & Deborah Berry
December 24, 2005
Jeanna, we are in shock and so very deeply sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If we can do anything, PLEASE let us know. I will be in touch.
Love, Deborah
Sabina Ghani
December 24, 2005
Jeanna,I can't even put in words how sorry I am for your loss.May God give you strength and patience during this very difficult time.All our prayers are with you.
Curt Dean
December 24, 2005
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of such a remarkable husband, father, and friend. Curt, Kristy, Emma, and Lauren Dean.
Karen, David and Matthew Dodaro
December 24, 2005
Jeanna, we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mark, yourself and your family during this difficult time.
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