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Mark Webster Obituary
He was born in Hyannis, the youngest son of the late Dr. Earle H. Webster and Mima Allen Webster of Hyannis. Mark graduated from Barnstable High School in 1969, earned a Bachelor of Science from the University of New Hampshire in 1974, and received a Master of Social Work with highest honors from Delaware State University in 1994.
He was an accomplished musician, a professional sailboat captain, and an obsessive-compulsive disorder counselor and therapist, who hosted a radio program and cable television program about living with OCD.
He is survived by two brothers, David of Braintree, and Chet of Lexington.
Funeral services will be private. Memorial donations may be sent to Mercy Hospital, 144 State St., Portland, ME 04101, or to the charity of one's choice.
This obituary was originally published in the Cape Cod Times.
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Joe Delaney
January 16, 2022
Mark really got me started seriously in the music biz. I was about 18 and had played all my life, but it was he who gave me the confidence to drop everything else and become a full time musician. Which I've done ever since. He always stuck up for my in any musical circumstance. Of course he was genius level brilliant, we had started a band together for the summer, he said I'll back up what I say, "By the end of the summer, I'll jam 4 years of Berklee down your throat". We had a pro shop picture taken in front of Johnny Yee's, summer 1980. I've never been able to find a copy. As a matter of fact, the band broke up about half way to through the summer "Harbor Lights", Then Mark and I went to Hill's Dining Room on West Main St., and played there for a year doing a jazz duo. He was Absolutely one of the funniest guys i ever worked with in 40 years. We were such good life long pals, we'd be out working at night, then up in the morning out doing bright work on boats (he was an award winning crafstman). One summer we worked as Capt. and 1'st Mate on a local cruise, from no father than Hyannis to Pine Island as it turned out. When I asked him what I should know for the job, he said "75% percent vodka and 25% cranberry" then he said "Any other questions?" After all this time, a week never passes when my brother and I don't crack up about something "World Wide Web" said or did! We we're all a little off center, but in a very funny way, never mean spirited. We we're all just enjoying life every day and laughing at the world in the process. He was one of a kind, I'll never forget him!!!!
James Edgerly
September 26, 2018
Well, I am about a decade too late, my fault.
Mark, you opened a BIG musical door for me. I was the beneficiary of your generous, trusting, risk taking heart. Thank you for giving me a shot in our band. I think it worked out great. I have GREAT memories of our one year together. It was a special time for me, and I thank YOU for that. You really cared about others. We had FUN when you were there. I'll be looking for you when I get over there.
Katharine Bacon
January 9, 2008
As the one year Mark approaches,
I find comfort in the words of Romans; Chapter 8; Verses 31-39. I hope Mark's family will, too.
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Karen Kelley
March 19, 2007
Dear Divvy and Chet,
Mark will always live on in my head and heart as so many memories of him pervade my life.
He was my first best friend when I moved to the Cape year round in 1963, and we had stayed in touch throughout the years. I loved his wit, his talent and his sensitive soul. May he rest in peace, and may your family take solace in knowing that he was loved by so many. Both of you are in my prayers, as is beautiful Klimmy. I will call you Divvy.
KK
Centerville, Ma
patty quinlan
March 6, 2007
I just got an email today and was so sorry to hear about Webby. It's been a very long time since I saw him, but still have pictures and lots of good memories of times at UNH and in Durham and Dover, and a couple of trips to Cape Cod and up to Maine. My thoughts are with both of you.
Patty Quinlan
Leigh (Palioca) Daley
February 23, 2007
Dear Divy and Chet,
You may not remember me, but I worked with your brother Mark for a couple of years in a musical duo called Kiwi. I had just gotten back from New Zealand (hence the name) and was determined to work full-time as a musician. Enter Mark "Wheeze" Webster who was visiting my roommates, the "bay boys." He had come up to NH from the Cape and was looking for something to do. A duo was born! I have such great memories of our road trips (in his VW bus) and the fun we had performing 6 nights a week and at various weddings. He was an incredibly talented musician with a gifted ear and he taught me alot. We drifted apart over the years, but it was with great sadness that I heard of his passing. I will forever remember him (and his crazy dog Bo) with his head of curls, a smile on his face, and matching socks and boxers!! My sympathies to you both.
CDog Carr
February 23, 2007
It is a moment of great sadness. Wheeze, Klimmy, Mark had a uniqueness that brought many different kinds of people together. Music, laughter, and love just touch the surface. The Band will never forget.
CDog
Mark (Rud) & Donna Ruddy
February 21, 2007
Dear Divy and Chet,
Donna and I just received word today that Mark passed away last month. I have spent the entire night talking with with friends and sharing stories of times with the "Wheeze", and there were many! We hope that he finds peace and we do know that he is cruising heaven in the "hot rod" with a lady on each side of him!! Our thoughts are with you and with him.
Mark and Donna
Duke & Diane Kline
February 21, 2007
Dear Divy and Chet,
I just learned yesterday of Mark's passing. I was shocked. "The Wheeze" was such a good friend. I have the greatest memories of times at the Cape, UNH, playing with the Lewis Bay Band, sharing an apartment and his being the 'best man' at my wedding. Diane, too, is shocked at his passing. Although we lost contact over the last several years, Wheezer's free spirit and the good memories have always remained a part of our lives. The really good times are countless. We will miss him.
Diane and I send our deepest sympathies to you both.
Katharine Perkins
February 21, 2007
My deepest condolences go out to you, Chet and Divvy. Thank the good Lord that you two brothers have each other. Mark is in a better place. He is in good hands. I, too, know what it is like to love and lose your brother. He was a gentleman to the end. You are both in my heart and prayers.
Jaye Chute
February 9, 2007
Dear Chet and David,
It was with profound sadness that I read of your brother's premature passing. Mark was always so special to me; one time when your band Rigor Mortis was playing at the BHS cafeteria, Mark wore my orange windbreaker and I was so proud and in awe of his musical ability. I remember a trip back to Mount Hermon/Northfield Schools and was so glad to have Mark riding with us. The nickname he gave me "chutesey" is in use still today in my e-mail address.
It was heartwarming to read the old familiar names here and their thoughts of Mark.
May God grant you peace.
Jaye Chute
David Hosie
February 7, 2007
David & Chet,
It was with profound shock that I heard of Mark's passing....Sadly, I learned too late that we were living just a few miles apart. I can only echo the words of so many friends who share happy memories of our youth growing up with the three of you on the Cape. I will always remember our happy times spent sailing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peter Nelson
February 3, 2007
Divy and Chet,
May I extend my profound sympathy to you both on the great loss of Klimmy. He possessed such a caring, passionate and loving spirit. I can not forget him. He was such a big part of my youth - crewing on the Webfoot, snorkeling at Estey Avenue beach, "Creature Feature" sleepovers, marine biology summer classes together, the "after anything" parties at your home, and of course, following the band. My life on Cape Cod was enriched by Klimmy. These memories will always make me smile. I wish you peace and know that Klimmy has now found eternal rest. I will miss him.
My best to you both.
Peter Nelson
Beverly Bradley
February 2, 2007
Dear David & Chet:
I regret that I never got to meet Mark in person, but on the few occasions that I spoke with him on the phone his personality virtually electrified the phone lines.
I know that a bell rang on that day and he is with Webby, Mima, Charcoal and all the other beautiful souls. Perhaps he is off sailing with Captain Coleman!
May the arms of the angels embrace and comfort you and Chet at this time. My thoughts and love are with you now and forever...
JOHN BARROS
January 26, 2007
DAVID & CHET,
MY DEEEPEST SYMPATHIES ARE EXTENDED TO YOU. MARK WAS A GREAT SPIRIT AND I THINK ALL THAT NEW HIM WILL REMEBER HIM FONDLY. BHS DANCES WERE A BLAST AND THE PARTIES AT THE HOUSE WERE ALWAYS OVER THE TOP! I REMEMBER TALKING TO YOUR DAD ABOUT THE AVANTI HE OWNED ALOT OF GOOD TIMES AND GREAT MEMORIES. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Grace M
January 26, 2007
In celebration of the life of Mark Webster
Mark Webster was a friend of mine. He helped me in his kindness and understanding, the very essence of friendship.
He showed great character during the challenges that life can sometimes present. He offered that gentleness of character in friendship. For that I will always be grateful.
It is my blessing to have met someone who was a friend and held his life and the life of others in dignity and respect.
In faith,
Grace
Joyce Teixeira
January 25, 2007
I was privileged to know Mark through his friendship with Joe Delaney and the Gonsalves family and will treasure our time together. I hope you will still feel his comforting and supporting spirit - and his laughter - with you.
Debby Dow Porter
January 24, 2007
My memories of Mark, and you two, Chet and David, go back to when we all spent time together in Hyannis. I loved the year I spent with Mark in Earth science(BHS)in my senior year,his fresh. year! How we laughed! You all were brother Jim's friend, but I can't remember a time growing up that you all were not a part of my life. I am so sorry to hear about Mark. Your whole family is in my heart and prayers.
Nita Gonsalves
January 24, 2007
Dear David and Chet,
I am so very sorry to hear of Mark's passing. His life touched so many of us. I will miss him greatly. He was my friend----my family's friend. May God's consolation and peace enfold you now and in the days to come. And, I pray that precious memories will flood your hearts and minds to comfort you.
Sincerely,
Nita Gonsalves
Margy
January 24, 2007
I am shocked to hear this news and so very sorry, soooo very sorry for your pain and loss.
Joan Cross
January 23, 2007
Divy and Chet
What wonderful memories, so lucky to have so many, with lots of laughs, sorrow, and blessings..gone but never forgotten
peace to you Klimmy
sympathy to you both
Mary Ellen Manning
January 23, 2007
All of us who knew and loved Mark,now have a small piece of our heart missing.
Diane (Clough) Turner
January 23, 2007
Diego and Chet
Sincere sympathy at the loss of your brother. Too many memories of music, laughter and high school to even try to list! He will be sorely missed.
Wendy Moore Everson
January 23, 2007
We shall all miss his wonderful humor......so many memories. My love to you both as you cope with his absence.
David Scudder
January 23, 2007
Dear Diego and Chet,
The entire Webster Family will alway be in my prayers. Your family has left a great legacy on the Cape which continues to this day. May you have Peace in your lives.
David Scudder
Murray Scudder
January 23, 2007
Dear Diego and Chet
I was very saddened to read of Marks passing. He was a unique and colorful guy. I have many fond memories of the entire family. My best to both of you. God Bless
Tracy (Frattalone) Ryberg
January 23, 2007
Dear Chet and David,
May God be with you and yours at this most difficult time. Your brother is not 'gone' he will live forever in the hearts and minds of the many lives he touched over the years. We can never agree with God's timing,but if you can know there is a greater plan and purpose for us all it some how makes this loss easier to accept.
God Bless
Jeannie Collins
January 22, 2007
Dear Peter and David;
Mark was my best friend and first love in 1st grade. We played every day together.Long after we lost touch we recontacted in Florida for one last time. I always remember him on October 2nd, his birthday.
"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord."
God Bless; Jeannie(Rivers)Collins
Alan Feltham
January 22, 2007
God Bless him, he is at peace now.
Chuck Sabatt
January 22, 2007
Dear Chet and Divvy:
I was shocked and very saddened to learn of Mark's death. Whenever I think of school days, especially High School I think of Mark. He was a good and gentle soul and one of the most decent people that I have ever known. My deepest sympathy to each of you.
Marc DeLorenzo
January 22, 2007
Chet & Divvy,
Sorry to hear about Klimmy - he had a fun-loving, infectious personality. We had some good times at BHS and also at Mt. Hermon.
Richard Cross
January 21, 2007
Dear Div and Chet,
I was sad to hear about Mark, Your Brother was a wonderful friend and I will never forget our fun times together. I hope you can find comfort in your many wonderful memories.
With Love from Your Friend Richie Cross
Capt. John Nelson
January 21, 2007
May Mark's spirit sail forever on the winds of the Nantucket Sound that he loved so deeply.
Rest easy Mark Webster.
Rest easy my old shipmate.
Dennis Cowan
January 21, 2007
Chet and David
Sorry to read of Mark's passing. I often remember all you guys and the music. My step son lived in the house across the street from your fathers house for a summer. It brought back many memories for me. Again sorry for your loss.
Dennis
Antoinette (Cookie) Williamson (Gonsalves)
January 21, 2007
Dear David and Chet,
I am so sorry to hear about Mark. All of us send our heartfelt sympathies.
Mark touched each of our lives in a very special way. Although we had not been in touch with Mark in a long time, the love he etched on the tablets of our hearts over the years is always present. I don't think anyone of us can think of him and not think of his warmth, humor, transparency and...
simple preciousness.
We pray that God would comfort your hearts and that you would feel His nearness in a special way in this time of loss.
With much love, The Gonsalves Family - Manny, Nita, Janine, Anthony, and Cookie
JOANNE DREW
January 21, 2007
DEAR CHET AND DAVID,I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, BUT THE GAIN IS GODS IN HEAVEN. HIS LEGACY SPEAKS VOLUMES.THE MEMORIES ARE SO FONDLY REMEMBERED.
Linda Schuster
January 21, 2007
God's Blessings to you and your families and all of Mark's friends and colleagues . My deepest sympathies and prayers go to you all at this time . Linda Schuster,Former classmate 1969 Barnstable High .
Stephen Bates
January 21, 2007
It is with the deepest sympathy and sadness that I hear of Mark's passing. My memories of Mark are so positive. His infectious smile, unexpected endeavors, surprise visits, and above all kindness and caring come to mind as I reflect on encounters and adventures on the Cape, New Hampshire and Florida. May peace be with you my old friend.
JOAN AITTANIEMI TOMPKINS
January 21, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your MANY GOOD MENORIES bring you comfort. Mark will be missed.
sincerely - Joan Aittaniemi Tompkins
Michele Bowes
January 21, 2007
I am so saddened to hear of Mark's passing. We used to be friends in high school. I remember his curly hair and soft smile - he was a lot of fun. Even after so many years I still remember him. Reading his obit I was impressed with his resume since our graduation. My sympathy and love goes out to his family and other friends.
Phyllis (Sullivan) Neal
January 21, 2007
Klimmy was a great friend and wonderful human being. When I think of him I smile. He made a difference in people's lives and left them laughing. May God keep him and give rest to his good soul. Oceans of love, Phyllis (Sullivan) Neal
Janine (Morin) Smith
January 21, 2007
Dear David and Chet,
I am so sorry for your loss. We have all lost someone very special in our memories. Mark was an icon at Barnstable High School. His music was played for all of us to dance to and listen to. His parties were like no other. Whether skiing on the slopes of North Conway or playing in his band, Mark lived his life with passion. He smiled for everyone and had everyone adored him. Mark had sooooooooo many friends.
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences for the passing of a really great man, your brother. Mark will be truly missed. May God be with him always and may he rest in peace.
nancy gold-merlington
January 21, 2007
Dear Chet and Diego,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I often think of you all with such fond memories.
Klimmy, may you rest in peace.
With love,
Nancy-Gold-Merlington
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