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Mark Drucker Obituary

DRUCKER
MARK, Feb. 23, 2005, of Newtown, PA; son of Florence and the late Paul Drucker; father of Kendal Drucker brother of Bonnie and Steven Ryan; also survived by his fiancee' Jill LeClair. Relatives and friends are invited to services Fri., Feb. 25, 2005 at 11 A.M. at JOSEPH LEVINE AND SONS MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 4737 Street Road, Trevose, Bucks County PA. Interment Forest Hills Cem. The family respectfully requests that contributions in his memory be made to The American Cancer society or to The Make A Wish Foundation.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Feb. 24 to Feb. 25, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Mark Drucker

Sponsored by Kenneth Ryan.

177 Entries

Shelli Kastin

January 31, 2024

I still think of Mark so often and especially on days like this, his birthday. I can still picture him on the phone with me in elementary school, singing "This Magic Moment" in a goofy voice. May Mark's memory continue to be a blessing for us all.

Your babygirl Kendal

January 19, 2024

Hi Daddy,
Just wanted to say I love you and miss you so much. I also want you to know that you have a granddaughter now. She´s beautiful and I think she has you your eyes, although it´s still kinda hard to tell. Her name is Kasey Joy. I wish you could be here to meet the little goofball. Your granddaughter would have loved to spend time with her grandpa mark the shark. I go thru a bunch of VHS tapes that I have and get to see you which is kind of nice. Kasey likes hearing your voice, she smiles so big when I play your stuff. I hope she gets your sense of humor and all the love.

Joyce Budd

January 14, 2024

Going through old vhs tapes to look at films to send to be put on thumb drives I ran across a tidbit of a commercial for Mark´s show "Live with...". It brought back good memories of him, especially for me, of "Mark the Shark" on WMMR. I still can´t believe he passed so young &, now, so long ago. I hope his memory has been a blessing to his family & friends. Thinking of him still makes me smile.

Jon Goldberg

October 15, 2023

Mark and I were really good friends at P.S .138 back in the late 1960s, always goofing on teachers and others. We shared the same warped sense of humor and cracked each other up. So sorry to hear of his way-too-young passing. He was a good guy, and I always wondered what happened to him after our paths diverged all those years ago. Greetings to Shelli, Jim, Scott and all the rest of our classmates. Hard to believe it has been more than half a century since we all were young elementary school students.

Kenneth Ryan

March 21, 2023

I miss you.

Shelli Kastin

February 1, 2023

Remembering my lifelong friend Mark, today and always.

Maureen Barwinski

January 31, 2022

Mark,

You are missed. You are remembered. Happy Birthday.

Shelli Kastin

January 25, 2022

Remembering my dear friend Mark as his birthday comes around again. I still think of so many things I would like to talk to you about. I recently came across some old photos that I would like to share with Mark's family. They can contact me through FB.

Shelli Kastin

February 1, 2021

Remembering Mark, as always, on his birthday. I can't tell you how many times I see a goofy article in the paper and want to share it with you. I wonder what you would say about the world today.

Shelli Kastin

January 26, 2020

Thinking about Mark as his birthday approaches. Always remembered, never forgotten.

Christopher Ryan

October 21, 2019

Just was thinking of my Mother and You. All of you up there in heaven. I miss my family. Grandma, Grandpa, Mom, Uncle Mark I am definitely thinking of you today. I love you much.

Chris

Shelli Kastin

February 28, 2019

Spent some time tonight thinking about my dear friend Mark. I can still hear his voice calling out to me, "Hey, Kastin!" Funny how we all called each other by our last names back then ... Always remembered, never forgotten.

Shelli Kastin

February 4, 2016

Always in our hearts.

Maureen Barwinski

January 31, 2016

Happy Birthday, my friend! What I'd give to have you call me up and ask for me to send you a t-shirt from the Gap for your birthday.

--Maureen

Shelli Kastin

February 18, 2015

Remembering my dear friend Mark, as always.

Jim Prano

January 31, 2015

Happy Birthday, Mark

April 11, 2014

Hi Maureen, This is Bonnie, Mark's sister. I was very sad to hear David passed and I know Mark would have been also but I bet they have everyone in Heaven laughing.

If you have time, please e-mail me or call

David Brenner and Mark

Maureen Barwinski

March 16, 2014

Maureen Barwinski

March 16, 2014

Mark, David Brenner is now with you in heaven. I'm so sad that you both are gone. You guys took me in, this girl right out of college, and made me feel so comfortable. You guys were so funny together and so I hope you can now share a few laughs again. Miss you my friend.

January 25, 2014

Hi Brother, your birthday is almost here again, another one in heaven. Things here have been harder as we are getting older. both Steve and I have had surgeries and are both recouperating.
Ken and his girlfriend Erin are the best. you would like Erin, she's Ken in a female body, they are so much fun together. Ken misses you and i'm sure when he's in Pennsylvania, more so.
Got to go.
Happy Birthday Mark, you are missed everyday

Jennifer

October 11, 2013

I always think of Mark during baseball season.I'm really sorry he's gone.

Maureen Barwinski

February 8, 2013

Mark, I thought of you on your birthday. I still miss you so much. My daughter Emily just turned two. I remember how crazy you were about your little girl. I'd love to still be laughing and sharing stories with you. You touched so many lives.

Shelli Kastin

February 3, 2013

Always remembering Mark at this time of year. He was a good friend to so many. I'm so sad to read about Kendal's mom. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

January 31, 2013

Hi Mark, it's me again. Happy Birthday dear brother. I can't believe your gone eight years. I can't help but think of you every day and wishing you were here.

Mom is doing well. it's hard to believe she's 84 years old this year. you'd be proud, she's still as stubborn as ever. We talk about you a lot and miss you more. She misses daddy and hopes your with him.

I'm sorry I haven't been to visit for awhile but with Hurricane Sandy it has been hard. we were staying with Jim and Angela for three months and are finally home again. when the weather warms up, I will definitely come to see you and bring both Mandy and my newest addition, Maxi. both girls are great and you would have loved them.

Got to go now as i'm in work. I love you dear brother and wish you a happy birthday in heaven.

Love, Bonnie

Kendal DRUCKER

January 31, 2013

hi daddy,

I'm 19 years old now. its been 8 years since I've been without a father. I wish you got to see me grow up. it would have been really cool to be like the other kids who had a dad all their life. I guess not everything is perfect. I know me and you had our issues, but recently I've been thinking a lot. ever since mommy died two years ago its hard to live without either of my parents. but what makes you special is that you were you. when I was a little kid and you would pick me up from school, i would always look forward to playing games with you or having you "help" me with my homework. I wish I had that growing up. there are so many things I would give up in the world just to see you again for even a minute. but losing you when I was 11 made me realize how important you are to me. I think about you all the time and wonder how different things would be if you were still here. overall, I couldn't have been the Kendal I am today without you. there are so many times when I do something or look at myself in the mirror and see you. I never realized how similar we are. I mean, I am your daughter, but the small resemblances never completely hit me until around now. I'm at UCLA in California now and I know thats where mommy wanted me to go, but all in all no matter what, I couldn't have done it without you. it doesn't matter if you're here or not, what matters is all the memories we had and everything you've done for me. I listen to your old recordings all the time and think about how cool it is to be able to hear my dad whenever I want even though he's gone. there are so many things I want to tell you today, but on some level I guess you already know. I'm the luckiest girl in the world to have had the chance to have a dad like you and I wish we could have spent more time together. I guess there is a reason for everything at times. losing a parent is hard, especially you because you were the first one I watched go. but you will always take place in my heart no matter what and I love you so much. happy 56th birthday daddy, but you will always really be 48 forever. I love you daddy
your baby girl,
Kendal

August 1, 2012

Thinking of dear Mark and what a what loving daddy he was.
Miss Sandy

Mark & Kendal Again

July 31, 2012

Mark & Kendal

July 31, 2012

Chris Ryan

July 31, 2012

Thinking of you Uncle Mark.

Jim Prano

March 25, 2012

I think of Mark often. He's still present, it seems, for so many of us who knew him & lost him way too soon.

Kathy Murr

March 24, 2012

I Will never forget Mark.. Mark and Kendall would come into the bakery my sister and I use to own in Newtown. Mark would come in and give us free air time on the radio, doing interviews with us. We would do our best to make him "loose it" and make him laugh. I will never forget his face the day my sister answered his question as to who she thought should be the next president. "I think my husband should be the next president, because he know's how to fix everthing!" Mark turned bright red and just could not stop laughing at her answer. We both miss you very much!

Shelli Kastin

February 2, 2012

A few months ago at a wedding reception, we were seated with a couple who told us they had been in radio for over 25 years, mostly on the East Coast. I asked, "Did you know Mark Drucker?" They shook their heads, "No". Then my husband said, "How about Mark the Shark?" And they both said, "Of course!"

Missing my good friend and remembering him especially at this time of year.

January 31, 2012

hi Mark
Happy Birthday. we think of you every day and miss you. i wish you were here to share all the good things and bad.
I know I haven't written in awhile but things just get away from me. Ken has moved to Brooklyn and has a wonderful girlfriend, Erin (just a little Irish, her last name is Murphy). Chris is back in NY and trying his best. he's really grown up.
I really wish you were here even though I know you are. Mom and I speak of you all the time. she misses you so much.
I miss you and love you and will talk to you again soon. bonnie

Sarah T

January 31, 2012

Thinking of my friend and teacher on his birthday.
Smiles and tears.

Pete Casiello

October 5, 2010

I had Mark as a teacher in college. He was a great teacher and a great man who is terribly missed. He was even nice enough to sign my old WMMR Morning Zoo LP. The radio industry lost a great man. I will never forget him. RIP Mark The Shark. Thank you for gracing us with your talents.

July 19, 2010

I think about Mark often and wish so much that we could talk and laugh on the phone again. He was always trying to get me to visit good old Bucks County - now I head there this week to take my 3 yr old to Sesame Place. How I wish I could see him. Miss you Mark, so much!

--Maureen Hession Barwinski

January 30, 2010

Happy Birthday Mark,

Tomorrow is your birthday. I hope you're having a good day with dad and everyone up there. Keep watching over us and we will be fine.

Love you, bonnie

Shelli Kastin

January 29, 2010

Thinking about Mark as his birthday approaches.

LARRY &ANNETTE SHERMAN

January 4, 2010

IT'S THAT TIME OF THE YEAR THAT WE SAY YIZKOR (MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE DEAD)
FOR MARK DRUCKER WE MISS YOU.

January 1, 2010

Mark today is January 1, 2010 and I cannot believe that it is almost 5 years since your gone. I think of you every day and never stop missing you. Mom is here with me and I know you and daddy watched over her during her surgery and kept her safe. I hope you'll check on Aunt Gloria and Aunt Molly now that they are both in heaven with you.

When I look at Mandy and know she was your final gift, I feel all your love and goodness in my little girl. Mom feels the same and loves her very much.

Look after Kendal as we still think of her often.

On your birthday, I hope you and dad will look down on all of us and know that our hearts are with both of you.

We love you as much now as when you were here.

Happy New Years brother. I love you

Bonnie Ryan

February 21, 2009

Missing you as much today as four years ago. Hard to belive that 2/23/09 is here again. We will be to visit you soon. Love you, bonnie

Sarah T

February 6, 2009

Still miss my friend.
Still remember his voice, his energy and passion for life.
Anyone who knew him was all the better for it.

LARRY & ANNETTE SHERMAN

February 1, 2009

AN OTHER YEAR HAS PASSED WITH OUT MARK AND TIME TO SAY THE
PRAYER OF MOURNING (KADDISH))
FOR HIM. WE MISS HIM.

Bonnie Ryan

January 31, 2009

Happy Birthday Mark. Today is your 52nd birthday and it seems like yesterday we were kids and you were that funny pain in the rear younger brother. Know how special you were and still are. It amazes me how many people still write and miss you. You touched so many lives, it really amazes me. I still stay in touch with Steve North and speaking with him reminds me how close you two were. He speaks with Mike and says its almost like talking to you.

I love you Mark and not a day goes by that we all don't miss you. Mom talks of you all the time. We only hope you're with dad and the two of you watch over all of us.

Ken, Chris, Steve, Mom & I all send our love and wish you a very happy birthday in heaven where I'm sure you brighten the sky.

Shelli Kastin

January 29, 2009

I've been thinking about Mark a lot these days as his birthday approaches. I saved all of the postcards & letters he wrote to me over the years - from his family vacations, when I was at sleepaway camp, when my family moved from Rosedale to Levittown, while we were in college, and beyond. (Jimmy, if you're still reading this, I also still have that letter you wrote to me signed 'Fred Fiesler'.) I re-read some of those letters tonight. Mark was a kind and wonderful friend and I will never forget his wacky sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to Mark's family and friends.

LARRY & ANNETTE SHERMAN

January 9, 2009

HERE WE ARE IN A NEW YEAR WITH
OUT MARK. CLEANING OUT ARE STOREAGE ROOM I FOUND SOME PHOTOS OF MARK AND OUR GRAND
DAUGHTER TAKEN AT FLORENCE'S
CONDO POOL IN THE YEAR 1998
TEARS CAME TO MY EYES

bonnie ryan

January 7, 2009

It's January, 2009 and your still not here. Your birthday is soon. Mandy's birthday is January 16 and she will be 4 this year. It's funny, but my dog is you in woof form. I went to see mom last month and we visited dad. She made me promise to visit you and I'll be there soon. I miss you so much and sometimes get so mad at you for not being here. We talk about you all the time. I love you. Bonnie

bonnie ryan

July 29, 2008

Well, it's me again. Summer is here and so is Mom. With her here, I think about you even more, if that's possible. I wish you were here to talk to. Mom called the radio station and your intern program is still on. I'm so glad. We'll be down to see you soon. I almost feel like I can touch you. I miss you so much and whenever I think of you, i see all the lives you touched. See you soon. I love you. bonnie

Bonnie Ryan

March 19, 2008

It was mom's 80th birthday on March 4, and she wanted to go to Disney World. We took her and Barbara & Marty met us there as a surprise. It was like when we went there and it was the four of us again.

Mom had a great time, but on the night of her birthday, at Cinderella's castle, she began to cry. She said that it was so perfect but you were missing. We told her you were there because you are in our hearts.

I'm sure you were looking down and were so happy for her. Imagine, she turned 80.

I love you and we all miss you. We spoke about you and knew you were with us as was daddy.

Love you much.

Bonnie Ryan

February 18, 2008

Hi Mark, it's me again. It's nice to see Jimmy writing to you. I, like him, visit this site often and it feels like I'm really taking to you.

February 23, 2008, hard to believe it's just about here and three years since your gone. We will be viting you on Saturday, and bringing Mandy, your special dog, the one from you.

March 1, we leave for Florida to take Mom away for her 80th (do you believe it) birthday. I still remember her 70th, when you surprised her with a visit from us all. Believe it or not, she wants to go to Disney for her birthday. I think she is remembering the time we were all there, right after she moved, you, me, daddy and mom. They were so surprised. Another time to thank you for. It was the last time the four of us were together as a family.

I will talk to you soon. It's so good to have this book to speak with you. See you on Saturday.

I love you and miss you, bonnie

Jim Prano

February 6, 2008

We still think of Mark often. The shock & disbelief that he's gone still lingers. It's nice to have this place to visit from time to time.

bonnie ryan

January 31, 2008

I miss you, especially today. Happy birthday. We think about you all the time and talk about you often. Steve sends his love. You are missed by so many people, but mostly your family. I love you, Bonnie

Bonnie Ryan

January 5, 2008

Hi Mark,

Happy almost birthday. There is not a day that goes by that I don't miss you. I talk to Mom almost every day, mostly because you use to. She misses you so much. We talk about you and cry and laugh. You are missed so much.

I read this and am still amazed at the lives you touched. You were such a gentle man and so good to all. It's true, only the good die young.

I hope Kendal reads this and knows how much she was loved.

I miss you and since Christmas just passed, I remember all the times you came for the day to be here and see the tree and all of us.

I love you. bonnie

bonnie ryan

December 8, 2007

Happy belated Thanksgiving & Happy Hanauka. We miss you and love you.

bonnie ryan

November 9, 2007

To those who remember Mark, thank you. You make me feel like he's still with us. My mom, my son, and Kendal will see this and know he's still here in our hearts forever. thank you.

Sarah T

November 9, 2007

When Mark comes to mind, I check this page, although it gives me an awkward feeling, since I don't know his family or fiancee personally.
Missing my chance to say goodbye to him still gets to me, I guess.

As the Shark, Mark was a star to me. 10 years later, he taught me radio news at Mercer County CC.
Through that, he became my friend.
The kind who'd visit you when you're post-op in a hospital.

I am moved to write again because of what Linda said about Mark + his little girl.
He was great with K.
K was just pre-K, maybe 4, when he brought her one day to class.
She was bright + charming + offered the class lollipops.
High voice, long dark hair + bangs.
The look in his eye as he watched her interact with us was heart-meltingly sweet.
His adoration of this sweet kid was palpable.
His gentle nature was suited to fatherhood.
I hope K is happy + well + in touch with all of her family.
Mark loved her so.

Bonnie + family:
I hope you find comfort in knowing that Mark was appreciated by many who were also inspired by him.
He was the kind of guy who'd just rub off on you.
He made a difference.

Linda Jennings

November 8, 2007

Mark was great person, so friendly & genuine. And that voice! I met him through a friend, who met Mark somewhere in the city when he was DJ-ing at a club (this was early-90's). My friend and his date fell into an easy conversation with Mark and started hanging out at the clubs he was at when they could. I remember getting together with this friend and Mark for lunch, and he brought his baby daughter. I don't remember much about that lunch but do remember thinking -wow, what a great dad. Many men aren't really "into" the baby years of their children before they can walk/talk, but Mark couldn't have been prouder of her and talked to her the whole time. Another time, he faxed me over something at work and you should have heard everyone when they heard it came from "Mark the Shark". It was strange how, when I heard he passed away, I felt a loss. I didn't know him all that well, and only for a short time, hadn't spoken to him in over 10 years. But he was just the kind of person you never forget. It's taken me awhile to sign the book but felt I had to share my memories of a great person who left us way too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, especially that 'little baby' who's a teenager now. I hope she is doing well and knows just how great her dad was!

bonnie ryan

October 28, 2007

Hi, it's just me. I miss you. We went to a wedding last night and I thought of you at Ken's wedding and how happy you were and how much fun you had with Kendal. I miss you

Bonnie Ryan

June 24, 2007

its me again. I read and re-read this when i'm lonely for you. I guess you can tell it's quite alot. We speak of you often and hope you're watching over us all. God really does take only the good ones.

bonnie ryan

March 31, 2007

It's me again. Just saying Happy Passover. We went to see mom last week and visited dad. Thought and spoke about you, as always. You never met Mandy, but you would love her. She's my newest addition. A wonderful little havanese who is beautiful, smart and such fun. She's named after Barry Manilo's song in honor of the trip we had to Radio City and your surprise. You would love her as much as I do. Talk to you soon.

bonnie ryan

February 22, 2007

Hi Mark, it's one day before your second anniversary in Heaven and I still speak with you every day. I lit a candle tonight even though I know you still burn brighter then any candle. I miss you so much. Watch over us all, especially Kendal. She really needs your guidance. Please don't forget my baby brother. We need his wisdom and his love more than ever.
I love you.

Bonnie Ryan

February 4, 2007

Hi Mark, your birthday just passed & it's hard to believe you would have been 50. I could have had a lot of fun with that. It's almost two years and not a day goes by I don't miss you. Mom is so lonely and I try to speak with her every day, but I know it's you she wishes she could talk to.
I'm writing because I can't speak with you, and somehow I know you read this. I love you and wish so much you were here. I know you're in our hearts, but somehow it's not the same.
Talk to you soon, love

BONNIE RYAN

December 31, 2006

DEAR MARK, IT'S NEW YEARS EVE OF 2006 AND I'M MISSING YOU. HOPE YOU KNOW HOW MUCH EVERYONE MISSES TALKING WITH YOU. HAPPY NEW YEAR IN HEAVEN. I KNOW YOU'RE MAKING EVERYONE HAPPY THERE.

bonnie ryan

October 22, 2006

I was just contacted with the new entries into Mark's guest book. It is hard to believe that after almost two years, people and friends are stil writing in, though to know Mark it is not really hard at all. Jimmy, you were one of Mark's dearest and closest friends growing up and we all remember you with love. Thank you all, bonnie drucker ryan

Scott Ross

October 18, 2006

Mark was a very special person. He was always so full of life. We shared the same teachers for several years in elementary school in Rosedale and had a group of classmates that always seemed to stay together. Through those years, and from reading Mark's guestbook, for all his years afterward, Mark had a knack for humor and had a genuinely funny and sincere personality. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
[email protected]

Juliette Prano

September 16, 2006

I was just a little girl when I knew Mark (through my father, James Prano) but he is one of those people that I have fond and remarkably vivid memories of. I still have a cassette tape he made for me when I was young and pictures of us together. I remember him visiting us in AZ with his daughter Kendall and how my family instantly fell in love with her. I also remember Mark always smiling, spreading his happiness to those around him. Thanks for all the happy memories Mark. You are missed.

Jim Prano

September 16, 2006

I think of Mark often. It's nice to see, in this guestbook, that so many others do too. In that way, he's still with us.

Susan Miller

September 9, 2006

The other day, I overheard 2 men talking in the car next to me about this funny guy on the radio. One of the men said to the other..."I think it was Mark the Shark." Just then the light turned green and they pulled away from me. It made me so sad to think that we would never hear his voice again! I had a close friendship and even love for Mark when we were teenagers and young adults. We poured out our hearts to each other in letters and late night calls.

The world lost a great man when Mark died!

Tom Wagner

September 7, 2006

Today, I learned of the passing of my old friend, Mark. I am deeply saddened. We were childhood friends and I will remember him forever. My sincere sympathies go out to Marks family.

Janet (Bilous) Margulies

June 23, 2006

I just came across the news today that my old friend, Mark passed away last year. I met Mark on his first day at elementary school in fourth grade and continued on with him throughout college. I'll always remember him with an imaginary microphone that he'd ask questions with and then stick in front of your face for you to answer. My heartfelt sympathy to all his family and especially to his daughter, Kendall, who will miss growing up with a truly special dad.

Bonnie Ryan

February 17, 2006

First to my son, Kenneth Ryan, I love you for what you have done by keeping this memory to your uncle alive as he is to all of us.

Next to my mom, I know how hard this is for you as I know how much Mark loved you.

Next to my niece Kendal. Even though we haven't gotten to see you, know that we love you.

and Finally, to Mark. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. On your birthday, Mom and I went to see dad and spoke to both of you. I miss your voice, your strength and your love. I miss your jokes and just speaking to you. Mostly I just miss you. I find it so hard to believe that a year has passed. You were supposed to be with me, you were the youngest and the best.

I love and miss you and thank everyone who feels the same. The fact that you remember my brother speaks volumes for who he was and still is in our hearts.

Thank you.

Bonnie Ryan

Larry & Annette Sherman

January 30, 2006

We can't belive that a year has passed. The other day we played a videotape that Mark had made in our home. This was about golfers who

broken are window glass and screens

Tears are in eyes we miss you very much.

Shelli Kastin

January 27, 2006

Happy Birthday, Mark.

Kenneth Keith Kallenbach

January 20, 2006

Mark was a great guy. I really enjoyed hearing him on the air. I wish I had met him. This is Kenneth Keith Kallenbach from the Howard Stern Show and Howard Stern Wackpack. Bye

Ken Ryan

January 19, 2006

I miss you terribly tonight. I miss hearing your voice as I drive down the Jersey Tpke. I miss talking to you.

The two masters at work

January 19, 2006

Mark Drucker

January 19, 2006

Shelli Kastin

May 2, 2005

Like so many of Mark's friends, I'm sure, I've spent much time over the past few weeks re-reading Mark's letters and emails. One in particular made me a smile. In the summer of 1975, while home from college (and while Mark's parents were out of town), Mark and I hosted a 'reunion' party for our elementary and junior high school friends. A few days later I got a letter from Mark:

"After I got home from dropping you off, my mother called from Florida. She asked me how the party was and I said it was fine. Then, she asked if your mother minded all those people in your house. So I said that it was in MY house, and she didn't believe me! I actually had to convince her that it was here!"

Re-reading a more recent email was bittersweet. After a tragedy in my family, Mark wrote:

"I am thinking at this moment ... Life is very fragile. The human body is a miracle ... and it doesn't take a lot to knock it out of whack.

But if you saw the movie The Hours -- it says the death of someone presents to us -- even deeper -- the value of life. Every breath, every day with a blue sky, every smile, everything we come in contact with ... it's valued more, it's appreciated more. It makes us more sensitive to the world, and makes us more human."

Mark, I have been thinking about you so much this last week. If we didn't talk to each other for awhile, we for sure would be in touch for the holidays. My thoughts and prayers are still with your family and friends.

Bruce Mitrani

May 2, 2005

I am saddened by Mark's passing. I had the pleasure of spending my freshman year at Queens College's radio station, WQMC, with Mark.

It was 1977-78-Mark's senior year, and even then, he had a polished, professional approach to broadcasting. You knew he was going to make a career for himself-and that he did.

Always got a kick listening to him on WLIR-or his later days on KYW.

A shame......

Jill LeClair

March 15, 2005

It's so incredible to read these special words about Mark. He would be SO touched by your kindness and thoughts. My heart goes out to all of you who HE touched...a little, or a lot...in the course of an interview, as a mentor, as a co-worker, and in months or in years of friendship. You knew he was a special person when you met him. One of a kind. Simply the most genuine guy with the most wonderful spirit that will always remain with us. We are all better people to have known him.

Karen Hamilton

March 11, 2005

Dear Jill, Kendall, Mrs. Drucker and all of Mark's family,

I feel so fortunate to have met Mark, unfortunately it was when he was in the hospital. What a wonderful, kind man, and a wise guy too!How couldn't you love him? Whenever I write a paper I will think of Mark and the advice he gave me. Thanks for helping me get that B+ in Comp after being out of school for 25 years. Bless you all and know that Mark touched so many people that he will never be forgotten. Kendall, always rememmber that your Daddy loved you very much.

Karen Hamilton

Marc Rosenberg

March 10, 2005

Absolutely saddened to hear about the loss of Mark Drucker.

I will miss his humor and professionalism he displayed in all his work on KYW. He was a pleasure to listen to.

My condolences to the Drucker family.

Sincerely,

Jen

March 9, 2005

I just heard from a friend back in Philly that Mark had passed away. He (and Pierre) were always two of my favorite people and just the sound and familiarity of their voices coming over the radio waves made the day easier, I felt like I knew them. Philadelphia radio will just never be the same. Mark, unknowingly, was a huge part of my teenage years. Rest in peace Mark, you are sadly and sorely missed.

Paula Downs

March 8, 2005

To Marks Family

I am truely sorry for your suffering. But in sorrow and saddness is memories full of smiles and happiness. I met Mark back in the mid 1980's while he was with WMMR. He actually came into a salon in Bensalem I had been working at to get his hair cut and was very personable to us all. He was quiet yet really full of life and fun. As our friendship grew, I appreciated his quiet sense and quick wit. Once I got to go in the WMMR Box with him at the Spectrum to see Billy Joel. That will be one of the highlights of my life thanks to him. Everyone liked him and will lovingly forever.

Fondly,

Paula

Tom Graham

March 5, 2005

I'll miss the voice. The Zoo, The Shark, the Profesionalism, and how stupid radio "wars" really are.

Thanks Mark.

Tom Cronin

March 4, 2005

The Drucker Family -

I'm sorry for your loss. Mark was a good man with a warm heart.

Karen Miller

March 4, 2005

I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I remember him fondly from the Morning Zoo...he always made me laugh. I heard him within the past year on KWY when I was in Philly visiting family, and it brought a smile to my face. My condolences to Mark's fiancee, family, and friends.

sarah

March 3, 2005

I'm shocked + saddened by Mark's death.

Mark's work on 'MMR inspired me to try radio.

Years later, he was my news writing teacher.

Tired from an early work shift, he'd drive to Mercer County College in NJ to teach an afternoon class.

((Kendal, he brought you along 1 day + you passed out lollipops to the students in the class.

You were adorable + he loved you to bits.))

He invited me to visit him at KYW to experience the early shift, reporting on a snow storm affecting flights at Philly's airport.

We ran around the airport + interviewed the bored, the stranded + the frustrated.

He had a knack for knowing just who’d give him a good sound bite.

We had a blast.

And of course, the story was told with the classic Drucker touch.

“Leaving on a Jetplane” added a dash of fun.

Mark was my mentor + my friend, 'Professor Fog'.

I'll listen to Floyd's "Dark Side of the Moon" tonight.

And try to come up with some more great/funny band names to add to the list unwritten list he had.

Cheers, Mark.

Condolences to his mom, sis, nephew, daughter + fiancée – all of whom Mark loved deeply.

Somebody please, eventually, go through his tapes + digitize his work for an archive for Kendal.

He left some of his heart on those tapes too.

Sincerely,

Vivien Capasso-Pesce

March 3, 2005

To the family of Mark: Dear Bonnie, Florence, Steve, Kenny, Chris and Kendal:

It has been many many years since I last saw Mark..I am so sincerely sorry to hear of his passing. I have very fond memories of Mark, always kind, a little quiet and a very sweet person. I do know that he was so loved by his family and I pray that somehow they will find comfort when they sit, talk and remember all the wonderful aspects of his life.

May his presence, love and his spirit always be with his family as he continues on his journey and may they always feel his love within their hearts.

Sincerely:

Vivien Capasso Pesce

RockawayBeach NY

Monica Coleman

March 3, 2005

To Mark's family,

I am so very sorry. Mark was wonderful.

I am so glad I met Mark in 1985, and got to work with him during the years he was with WMMR. What fun we had!

We always kept in touch and I cannot tell you how grateful I am to have been lucky enough to cross paths with Mark. He was probably the kindest, funniest, most gentle guy I've ever met. Out of the clear blue I would get a crazy call and he would make me laugh....either with a silly joke (you know, did you hear the one about....) or by interviewing me about who knows what. I always loved hearing from him. I spoke with him on New Year's Eve. I never thought it would be the last time.

Jill, even though we never met, you should know he loved you very much and how he looked forward to spending the rest of his life with you.

I will miss him always.

bob wallace

March 2, 2005

i knew Mark for a very short while in the early 1980's, when he was part of the DeBella morning program at WLIR in New York. with all the egos involved in the biz, Mark always had the kindness to say hi to a new volunteer. I remember him well, and am deeply saddened to learn of his passing. My sincerest sympathies to all of his family, his friends, and his extended radio "family"

Larry & Annette Sherman

March 2, 2005

We are saddened at the loss of Mark

We go back over 40 years when our

daughter Meryl was in first grade

with Mark in Flushing Queens N.Y.

He was family to us.

greg

March 2, 2005

I just found out of the passing of Mark.I can't believe it.Thank you for the "morning zoo" and "gonzo Friday". I will miss his voice on kyw. GOD BLESS MARK AND HIS FAMILY

Kevin Hughes

March 2, 2005

I never met Mark in person, so I won't give you any made-up stories about what kind of a guy he was; but I will always remember how funny his bits were on the 'zoo...Morty's travel...Muhammed Achbar Flamberg...Sesame Place Burned Down...I haven't heard these in close to 20 years, but I'll always remember. Mark will be missed. May God rest his soul and give all of his family and friends comfort.

Cheryl Weinstein

March 1, 2005

My mother and Mark's mom have been friends since childhood, so you could say Mark and I have known each other since before we were born. I have fond and funny memories of him when, as kids, we'd eat the cream fillings out of Oreos and build cookie towers, and one special picture of the two of us (in practically identical outfits, including saddle shoes) clutching our Let's Play doctor and nurse kits. We lost touch as teens, but rekindled our friendship when, as adults, we both found ourselves suddenly 'unmarried' at the same time. We'd commiserate about our sorry situations and trade dating horror stories, and reassure each other that all would be well. Through it all, Mark was funny and smart and wise and warm and kind and all that other good stuff that makes for a very special person. He loved his daughter, loved his job, and adored his family. I am stunned that he's gone (but never forgotten), and my heart goes out to Florence and Bonnie and family. I love you all. Cheryl

Florence Drucker

February 28, 2005

I am Mark's mother. My family and I would like to thank everyone for their outpouring expressions of love and sympathy.

My son Mark Drucker, a/k/a "Mark the shark" was a beautiful, caring and devoted person. I am so very proud of him and his accomplishments.

At the hospital, I was at his bedside all night, held his hand until he took his last breath. I thank all his doctors and all the nurses at Holy Redeemer Hospital who took such good are of him.

My heartfelt thanks to Jill for being at his side and for loving him. You made him very happy.

Aidan, Jill's son, Mark always had nice things to say about you and loved you, too.

Kendal, your daddy always loved you as you were his special little girl and the love of his life.

Bonnie, my daughter, Mark's sister, and Steve, my son-in-law and Mark's brother(in-law), you gave all your love and kindness. Thank you for being at his side right from the beginning. Without you helping me to cope, it would have been very difficult.

Mark, I loved you with my all of my heart. You were the greatest son a mother could ever have hoped for.

Now my son, rest in peace.

Florence Drucker,

Boca Raton, Florida

Larry Fulmer

February 28, 2005

This is an addendum to my tribute to Mark Drucker. I was really taken back this morning when Howard Stern began talking about his early career days and how he came to hire Mark.

Within a minute, I knew he was referring to Mark Drucker. I was sad again, like I was when I first heard of his passing. I would have never believed Howard would give such a moving rememberance of Mark, and you can tell from his voice that he was quite saddened about the news. It really hit me when he told of his recent phone conversation with Mark.

Afterwards, Howard went back to being himself, probably to distract from his saddness of giving such as sincere tribute. I thought it was also impressive that he was going to dedicate his move to satellite radio to Mark. Yes, even Howard has a heart.

Colleen Prendergast

February 28, 2005

I worked with Mark's ex-wife Lisa at Bucks County Community College. My deepest sympathy to his beautiful daughter Kendall. Lisa brought Kendall to the college many times and she spoke so often of her daddy. Please give my best to his fiancee, his family and to Lisa.

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