Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Mark Lipman Obituary
Mar. 8, 1957 - Oct. 20, 2014
Mark Lee Lipman, M.D. was born to Arthur and Kayleen Lipman March 8, 1957, in Chicago. Mark grew up in Miami, FL. He attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate degree and attended medical school at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. Mark married Michele Morvillo in Miami on June 1, 1986, and they lived most of their 28 years of marriage in Sarasota, FL.
Mark was one of the co-founders of Infectious Disease Associates at Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He was greatly loved at the hospital by fellow coworkers and patients. He was very passionate about his work and was constantly improving to provide the very best care for his patients.
Mark loved the outdoors and activities involving the outdoors such as camping, hiking, tennis, SCUBA diving, and sailing.
Above all, Mark put his family before everything. He would do anything for his family, and his children wish all of the kids in the world were as fortunate to have a daddy as extraordinary as Mark.
Mark is survived by wife, Michele, two children, Mathew and Malorie, mother, Kayleen, and two brothers, Stuart and Craig.
He is loved and will be dearly missed.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 26, 2014 at 1:00 at Phillippi Estate Park: 5500 S Tamiami Trail.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made out to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation:
http://www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org/ways-to-give/donate-now
Guest book located at wiegandbrothers.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Rocky Rockwell
August 10, 2015
Mark was a friend from Med School at Vanderbilt, a tough time for all of us but he handled it with a a great attitude. You could tell he would be the kind of guy you'd want to have as your own doctor. I was very sorry to hear of his passing but looks like he fulfilled his potential we could all see back in Nashville to become a great physician and family man. Reading through the comments I can see he was greatly loved and respected by all. Im using this sad event to inspire myself to be as he was.... fun and compassionate , a helper to all. So long Mark, great job buddy.
Neil Feinglass MD
August 9, 2015
He was a wonderful friend and classmate. I was honored to have known him!
Nelson Frink
January 20, 2015
Michele and Family, Jan and I were deeply saddened upon learning of Mark's passing from the Vanderbilt Medical School Alumni Association. We feel greatly for your loss, but we can at least take joy in the remembrance of what a great man Mark was and our gratitude for his friendship and generosity.
Mark was as good a friend as anyone could ever ask for. We first met Mark at Dean Chapman's welcoming party for new med students before classes began over 35 years ago. He was always friendly and outgoing, upbeat and full of good humor throughout all the hardships, challenges and long hours.
He worked hard, but shared our desire to make every opportunity to get away and have fun when we could. I have so many great memories of all the adventures and fun times we had together: hiking, skiing, spelunking, canoeing, exploring, class sports activities, etc.
We are so grateful for the chance to visit you guys during our Florida visit a few years back.
We'll miss Mark greatly.
Nelson and Jan Frink
Steven Halbreich
October 30, 2014
Mark was a spectacular physician and clearly a man that cherished his family and enjoyed life outside of the hospital. Although I did not know Mark outside of work, he spoke often and fondly about his children. The picture gallery says it all. I had lost touch with Mark since he retired and I didn't realize that his health had deteriorated so quickly. I regret not reaching out. Mark was always available to discuss a difficult patient and offer his assistance. He was a treasure and will be missed greatly.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
October 29, 2014
Michele, Thank you so much for sharing the personal photos of your and Mark's life together. It is a side of him that I did not get to see. It warms me to know what a full life you all have had together. The only regret..not long enough. We all have been blessee by his presence and I look forward to seeing you again rounding on 7WT. Dan Morgan
October 28, 2014
Dear Michele, Mal,and Matman- as your Dad so lovingly referred to you. You see, I know this because I've had the pleasure of working with him- Dr.Mark Lipman- who would frequently say "just call me Mark", for as long as 20 years-5 days a week at SMH. He got to know us very well and we him. When You Michele, or the kids would call Mark on his cell phone,he would look down at the #, then smile,and immediately take your call as if you were the most important call on the earth. Well to him- you guys certainly were!
Oh how I wanted to speak yesterday at Mark's service-but couldn't control my tears enough to speak, with the pain of missing him so, and all the great pictures of him around me!!
You see Dr. Mark Lipman was everything to us ALL at "The Center For Wound Healing". He was our Founder, our Leader, our Colleague, and most of all OUR FRIEND! We are all so closely knit in our Little corner of SMH. He treated us and referred to us as his 2nd family--And we were! We felt the same way about him.
Mark never thought of himself as anything more than just one of the GANG. He made sure that he attended all of our unit meetings-offering all he had to help us, our unit, or whatever we needed. Often he had to go head to head with Corporate to fight to keep our unit running! He knew how hard we all worked, and wanted his Patients discharged early to treat them on a outpatient basis-keeping the Hospital costs down-but still providing top-notch care. Perhaps on the books, we weren't money makers-we saw alot of non-insured, BUT we certainly were money-savers, as Dr. Lipman put it.
Outside the Unit, he came to all of our get to-gethers- whether it be a birthday party ,baby shower,Holiday party, ect., especially the annual Christmas Party- were he came up with such unique/thoughtful gifts for us all! 1 year He even handmade us clocks out of starfish that he collected, it was awesome. He was sooo special to us -The Real Deal-.
I never really thought of him being re-tired from us,... just resting and planning for his next move...getting well for future-THE TRANSPLANT! And hopefully feeling better enough to come back to work one day?
When I heard that the lungs were available to him-I rejoiced, and when I heard that he made it through the surgery I rejoiced, BUT when I heard that he was Taken from us-I felt numb, the universe had stopped,I didn't understand,I had to process this! It can't be! No, it is not suppose to end like this!! Not for his Family, not for us!
Mat and Malorie, you both did an awesome job describing your Dad, and what he has meant to you! It was beautiful-he certainly would of been smiling ear to ear at that moment!
Michele you are 1 of a kind. Mark loved you so. Often I would hear him on the phone say "Hi Darling, how is your day going?" It made me smile.
I don't know why he was taken from us so soon? Maybe he had done what he had been sent to do--"Make us All Better People by his Examples, his Love." I am so lucky to have known you,as a MD,and just a regular guy with a loving family. The CWH has been a wonderful place to work, thanks to you!
God Bless You Dr. Lipman, I Love You and will always Miss you!
Sue Cook RN -The Center For Wound Healing
Stephanie Duva
October 27, 2014
Michele, Malorie and Matthew,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. Even though I only met him at our 4th of July functions at the beach, I found him to be a kind and warm man. My love and condolences to you all. Love, Stephanie
October 27, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I still can picture hom taking the stairs at SMH He was caring and pleasant to work with Love Elaine Rothberh
Cheryl Bertolino
October 27, 2014
Michele,
Paul and I both send our deepest sympathy for such a loss. I will always remember the good times we had together sailing in the BVIs. Paul always says that that was one of his best trips. We had a great time on that trip. I know that Mark will be remembered for all the good and fun in his life.
Love
Cheryl & Paul
October 26, 2014
Had the great opportunity to work with Dr Lipman many years and learn from him. Our thoughts are with you Michele, Malorie & Matthew.
Ralph and Rita Stromick
Janet Delaney
October 26, 2014
Dear Michele, When I heard of Mark's passing I was speechless. I am so sorry for your loss. It was an honor and privilege to know and work with Mark. He will be missed by many. Your marriage was a incredible example of the love and commitment so many of us fail to create, but you did it beautify. My heart goes out to you at this time and for your children also. Sincerely,
Bobbie Parker
October 26, 2014
A great physician,teacher and person.He helped many people and will be missed.
Waajid & Elaine Muhammad
October 25, 2014
Dear Michele, Matthew, and Malorie,
The Muhammad family extends our deepest sympathies to your family. We had the pleasure of knowing what a wonderful person Mark was. He was one of the most kind and selfless people that we have ever met. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. May Allah (God) bless and keep him forever. We will remember him often.
"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal." -Mason A. Pike
Anna Perkowski
October 25, 2014
Dear Michele.Malorie,Mathew,
We are so sorry for your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.Your husband was a Great Man and we always will remember him.
We lost a Friend and brilliant doctor.
Anna,Walter,Nika and Nataly
Robert Sidlow
October 25, 2014
Dr. Lipman was responsible for giving my Dad an additional 21 years of life. It was 1989, Dad was suffering from an acute headache so to SMH we went. Through Dr Lipman's brilliance, it was determined that Dad was suffering from a subdural empyema. A most unusual and many times fatal disease. Through kindness, patience, compassion and knowledge Dr. Lipman stayed with us through the night and was literally the quarterback of a team of professionals who orchestrated magnificent medical care. We will be eternally grateful for an outstanding man. Our sincere condolences and prayers are extended to the Lipman family. Sincerely,
Tracey Rzepka
October 25, 2014
Dear Michele,
I am so so sorry. Your husband was a brilliant man as you know. I pray that you will feel God's presence as you go through this time of great loss.
Elizabeth Weber
October 25, 2014
Dear Michele, Malorie & Mathew,
Our
deepest symapthy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Herman and Elizabeth Weber
Sheryl Wilson
October 25, 2014
Michele and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
October 25, 2014
Michele and family, from afar in Colorado I can feel your pain. Mark was a special man and will be missed by all. Please know that my thoughts are with you and feel my arms giving you a big hug. Love, Sunny
John Landry
October 24, 2014
Dear Michele, Malorie & Mathew,
I was very saddened by the news of Mark's passing. Be assured you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kindest thoughts
John Landry
October 24, 2014
Dr. Lipman. I thank you for all the help you gave to me both in the hospital and at the Center. You are one of a Kind with your great help in getting better and with such class. Your first comment when he came in the room, What Can I Do for You.
To the family, I'm sure you are going to miss him greatly, but keep in mind what a great Doctor who always was first class for so many patients.
I won't put my name because I feel every person he dealt with feels the same way.
My prayers are with you all in this time of morning.
Gail Landry
October 24, 2014
Dear Michele, Malorie & Mathew:
My deepest sympathy goes out to you for the loss of your beloved husband and father. It has been quite a while since we've talked but I think about my former piano students often - especially Malorie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Much love,
Gail Landry
Guy Murgo
October 24, 2014
Dear Michele, Malorie and Mathew,
I am so very sorry for the great loss of your dear husband and father. My heart breaks for you in this time of sorrow.
With deepest sympathy and love,
October 24, 2014
Michele, My sympathy and prayers for you and your children. I will always remember how Mark's face would light up and he would smile when you would walk on the unit at SMH. He truly loved you and the children. Please let me know how I can be of help. May your grief soon turn into fond memories. Pam Frost
Suzy Schweitzer-Shlian
October 24, 2014
Stuart I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother. My sympathies go out to the entire Lipman family. I'm was an old friend from westchester.
Andrew Knoch
October 23, 2014
My sincerest condolences to Dr.Lipmans family . I worked with him at SMH and always found him to be one of the best infectious disease physicians that I have worked with.
Andrew Knoch Pharm.D , sarasota Florida
Deb and Chris Litz
October 23, 2014
Michelle, So sorry to hear about Mark's passing. He was such a good man. I enjoyed getting to know him and you when I worked at the first office on Floyd - back in the Jeff Stall days . Chris and I send our love to you and your family . Deb and Chris Litz
Anne Lynch
October 23, 2014
My condolences to Dr. Lipman's family and his work family. I met him as a patient in 1988 with a severe infection. He was kind, supportive, and reassuring. Following my recovery I would see him on the units at SMH while I worked there with my students. He was always kind to my students and willing to teach. It is a great loss to all whose lives were touched by him. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Priscilla Carr
October 23, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Our love and prayers to your entire family.
Sonata Riegel
October 23, 2014
My Condolences to his family and loved ones.
Roger Lotz
October 23, 2014
My sincere condolences to Michele, Malorie, and Matt. Mark was a loving husband and father.
Mark's dedication, intelligence and humor were readily apparent to all who knew him.
I will miss him and his friendship.
Eva Del Campo
October 23, 2014
I remember the first time I met Mark at the VA medical Center in Miamai. I was working there with his future wife and my best friend Michele on one of the medical wards. Michele and I were new grads from nursing school at Barry University. It was 1984 during the AIDS crisis. I remember Mark being so knowledgeble and calm. He was also kind, approachable and generous in sharing that knowledge.And when he did you could see it was his passion.Mark had a great sense of humor. He loved nature and the outdoors.
My love and heart goes out to you Michele, Malorie and Mat. I will always treasure the memories I have of our times together.
Patrick Keeling RN
October 23, 2014
So sorry to read of Dr Lipman's death today. I have fond memories of working with him at SMH. He was one of the best. Stay strong as that is what he would want. My sincere condolences to his family. May his life be an inspiration to all of us. God bless.
Stuart Lipman
October 23, 2014
Hey Big Brother!
I know religion wasn't your priority, and we never got to discuss your perceptions of what happens now?! If there was a Mark heaven, you'd be there, comfortably in charge, watching over your family with a computer screen nearby, willing to intervene and assist with all the challenges that your friends and family so often turn to you for help with; for as the traveling gets stormy, you were always an amazing support to turn to and to lean upon! You were lucky and gifted to be surrounded with such gems of Love, as Michele, Mal & Mat. The Universe seems a shade greyer, less comforting,less secure, with your absence. But I know that's the illusion. Like a ships captain, you pointed all of those, those you Loved & cared for, towards our best directions, guiding us on our safest course! I just never realized how lonely it would seem, without seeing you still at your Helm! Your Legacy, is in those you have guided. So many amazing journeys, continue, pointed towards destinies, you graciously and skillfully guided us towards.
Forever grateful, and humbled.... middle lips, you brother Stuart.
Gabe Casanova
October 23, 2014
My Condolences to his family and loved ones. My prayers go out to you. Mark was one of my classmates at Coral Park (class of 75) and at UF. He will be missed.
Deanna Moore
October 23, 2014
My sincere condolences to all of Mark Lipman's family. He will be missed by many people.
Gwen Levanti
October 23, 2014
I consider myself blessed having known and worked with Mark Lipman for over twenty years. We worked hard and shared stories of our children and families. I will have many fond memories of Mark. He truly touched many people and will be missed. My sincere condolences to his wonderful family who he adored and spoke of frequently with great joy.
Tonya Stockhill
October 23, 2014
Michelle and family my deepest sympathy on your loss. He was truly a wonderful person, and awesome doc! I had the pleasure to work Mark in employee health for many years and got to know him pretty well. We discussed our daughters and life in general. I will cherish the time spent with him and the wisdom and knowledge gained from his expertise witnessed as he provided compassionate care to our employees.He cared about individuals and listened to his patients. Truly a significant loss to our community. May your famly find peace knowing he was loved by so many.
Ernie Kaufman
October 23, 2014
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing! It was always good to meet him in the halls of the hospital....he will be greatly missed! My sympathies to the Lipman family!!
Larry Goldberg
October 23, 2014
Bye, bye Cuz.
Barb Lipman
October 22, 2014
In memory of Mark Lipman, my dearly-loved Number One Stepson and treasured friend of over thirty years….I send my most profound sympathy to his cherished Michele, Malorie, and Mat. How greatly he adored the three of you!
Along with so many others of Mark's family and friends, I grieve with you deeply in the loss of this remarkable human being. I hope that the healing power of the love you had for him, and all of your grand life memories with him, will help you through this very difficult time.
The days you all had together were indeed blessed. May their memory enrich all the days of your lives.
I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers....and Mark, who so loved life and always worked to make a difference, will forever be an inspiration. Blessings & Much Love.
Chuck Tellechea
October 22, 2014
My Condolences to his family and loved ones... I remember Mark from Coral Park...He was a great guy...
--Chuck Tellechea -- Class of 74
Joe Ducsay
October 22, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
The memories of such a good man will never pass. I am thankful to have been able to share the time I had with Mark.
Kenneth Greenberg
October 22, 2014
My sincere condolences to the entire Lipman family. While it has been quite some time since I saw Mark, the fond memories and good times shared seem like yesterday. I am certain his positive attitude and passion for life will continue to be an inspiration to everyone he knew.
Kenneth Greenberg
October 22, 2014
My sincerest condolences to the entire Lipman family. While it has been quite some time since I have seen Mark, the fond memories and good times shared in our youth seem like yesterday. I am certain his positive attitude and passion for life will be remembered by everyone he knew and loved.
Elisabeth Morvillo
October 22, 2014
He truly was one of the nicest person on this earth !
We are sure going to miss him dearly !
Andrea Zelman
October 22, 2014
So sorry to hear this. I have very fond memories of Mark from Coral Park and Topai. My sympathies to his family and loved ones.
Andrea Zelman
October 22, 2014
Very sad to hear this. I have many fond memories of Mark from Coral Park and Topai. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones.
LINDA MCWILLIAMS
October 22, 2014
My deepest condolences to wife Michele, children and all his family.
STEVEN BASS
October 22, 2014
I was fortunate to have enjoyed one of our biannual phone calls with Mark in August. Mark left some really great memories in my life and will be missed by so many. My sincerest condolences to his family ~ R.I.P. Bro...
Robbi Carrier
October 22, 2014
Sending heartfelt sympathy to Mark's family. He was an important part of Coral Park High School in Miami, Florida and a great "big brother" Im sorry not to have stayed in touch. His life was a blessing to all that knew him.
October 22, 2014
Mark was my first "Best Friend". We grew up together on the south side of Chicago - Mark lived 4 houses down the block on a street called Van Vlissingen. We hung out all the time. We played army, sports, fought and did all the crazy and fun stuff that kids do growing up. My condolences go out to the Lipman Family - Robert "Bobby" Edelman
Terry Ramos
October 21, 2014
My sincerest condolences to Michele, Malorie and Mathew and family.
My heart goes out to all of you.
I am glad to have known & worked with Dr. Lipman and we will keep the M&M's flowing at the office.
Showing 1 - 53 of 53 results
7454 S. Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34231
Make a Donation
in Mark Lipman's name
How to support Mark's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Mark Lipman's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
