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Mark Chan Obituary
Apr 6, 1964 - Jan 5, 2013
Resident of San Pablo
Mark C Chan was born in San Francisco and grew up in the Richmond District. He attended public schools and graduated from Stanford Paramedic School, working 12 years as a Paramedic in Oakland. He served in the Peace Corp from 1995 to 1997 in Dominica. Mark lost his vision in 2004. He worked for Caltrans as a Dispatcher. He belonged to Connecting Through Dance and enjoyed dancing, and he tuned and collected pianos. Mark died from complications of diabetes and cardiac arrhythmia. He is survived by his father Phil stepmother Marilyn; brother Bruce (Joyce); sister Aleta (Reid Augustin); sister Jackie (Alan Huey); sister Kathleen; and step-sister Julie Nottingham.
A memorial service will be held February 9 at 12 noon at the Ed Roberts Campus, 3075 Adeline, Berkeley, CA (at the Ashby BART Station). Memorial donations may be made to LightHouse for the Blind, 214 Van Ness Ave, SF, CA 94102.
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Anne Esparza
December 31, 2020
Mark was the most caring, loving person I have ever known. He took care of me when we were in the Peace Corps and welcomed me into his home. Can a family or friend please call me? I miss Mark and would like talk to his family/friends, but I do not know how to contact. 915-412-7802
Anne Esparza
July 3, 2017
Mark was the kindest, most talented person I ever knew. He welcomed me into his home in Dominica, West Indies and we shared so many adventures together in the Peace Corps. I love you, Mark. Rest In Peace.
C.s. KING
March 5, 2016
Sincere condolences from RPCV c.King and EC62. You were so wonderful and happy and such a bright light for us. The world was better for knowing you. RIP.
Danielle Quinlin
May 10, 2015
Rest in Peace Hero! You are loved and will be missed!
Jeanette Garcia
January 25, 2014
Missing you Mark...
Cristin Winn Reyes
January 23, 2014
Your generosity, kindness, openness and creativity are missed! You made quite an impression on all who knew you.
Nilka Julio
January 15, 2014
I remember the first time I met Mark. I was with my dear friend Michelle and Mark opened up his home and made me feel very welcome, like we had known each other. Memories of dancing is what I think when I think of Mark. Life is eternal. Glad to have connected in this lifetime.
With my sister at one of my birthday parties
Michelle Baptiste
January 15, 2014
Thinking of you especially as we have missed you for a year now. I could not have asked for a better friend and still feel your presence in our lives. Much love to the family, Michelle
October 14, 2013
I will always remember you as a kind, warm, and generous man.
Jeanette Garcia
February 28, 2013
Friendship for 22 years, two pianos, Davies Symphony Hall, Legion of Honor, loaning me your CRX while you were in Peace Corps, steel drums at the Santa Cruz luau, North Beach, taking care of Gabe, the list goes on and on... One of the most exceptional human beings I have ever known. You are missed.
Jorge Paredes
February 7, 2013
Thank you for being a good man. You touched many lives and you will be missed. Rest in Peace, Mark. We will pray for your family in this time of sadness.
Sue and Joe Lagomarsino and family
February 6, 2013
Mark was a wonderful neighbor and friend to our family. We have many memories...him painting our house, mending our broken windows and his great laugh. Although after we moved from San Francisco, we lost touch with Mark, he will remain in our fond memories as a caring and loving friend.
Rodger Lum
February 6, 2013
I was deeply touched today when I quite accidentally found out that Mark passed away recently when I just so happened to skim the obituary section in the local newspaper. Believe me, this is not something I routinely do, but today I felt an "urge." I believe it was Mark's spirit reaching out to everyone whose life he touched to proclaim, "I am now in God's hands and I can now see once more, and continue my love of dance and life in Heaven!"
Mark was an inspiration for me with his zest for living life fully, despite his visual impairment. I met Mark when he started as a volunteer VIP (visually-impaired person) Dance Guide, as was I, for Allegro Ballroom. His energy, laughter and boundless sense of humor, and gift for dance constantly lit up the ballroom. He made others around him happy and comfortable. He inspired other visually-impaired dancers to believe in themselves and their capabilities. He instilled hope and a positive "can do" attitude among everyone around him.
I offer my sincerest condolences to his family members and friends. He will be missed by all, but we can rest assured he lives on in our memories and our inspirations.
February 5, 2013
We are very sorry to learn of the passing of Mark, but very grateful to him for his service to our nation as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Dominica.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
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