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Mark ZELL Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Janie Dooley-Stuart
June 10, 2013
Sarah,
I have been trying to contact you and in my search discovered the sad news of Mark's death. Please accept my heart felt, although very late condolences. Also, I have tried to call. When you receive this please let me hear from you. [email protected]. Love and Hugs, Janie Dooley-Stuart
Cris Pollnow
February 16, 2013
I just found out about Mark's death and wanted to express my condolences to his family. I knew Mark through the printing industry and he was truly a great man who cared deeply for his family, employees and vendors. Rest in peace, Mark
Betsy Watson
October 22, 2012
A wonderful soul - he was my neighbor many years ago in Charlottesville. He had a warm and caring heart. I loved to hear him laugh.
Bruce Cheson
September 28, 2012
I was quite saddened to see that Mark had passed. We were old college buddies who lost touch, but renewed contact again when he became ill. It is sad that his illness is what it took to bring us together again. I will miss him.
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Valerie O'Brien
August 21, 2012
Mark's family,
I hope each day brings you richer memories, and each message about what a wonderfully kind and generous man Mark was, brings you peace. His was a beautifully lived life, and many are touched by that. I knew him through the world of printing and worked with him on many annoying little printing projects that distracted him from the easy ones! He was charming, forgiving and generous through it all.
Blessings on your journey.
Connie & Gary Hegemier
August 14, 2012
Thinking of Mark's family!
Gary and I were talking today when Spectrum Press entered our minds & immediately we wondered how is he? He hD shared his journey through life and what he was going to be going through the next months.
We lost a legend who we respected and admired!
Our hearts grieve with you
Robert Krawcheck
August 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing and sincerest condolences to his family. I have many fond memories of Mark while we were in AEPi together at U.Va.
Bob Krawcheck U.Va. 1966
August 8, 2012
Chère Sarah, Chère famille Zell,
Nous avons appris la triste nouvelle.
Nous repensons aux agréables moments passés avec vous lors de votre visite en Provence il y a quelques années.
Nous avions beaucoup apprécié de faire votre connaissance, vous qui aviez si bien accueilli notre fille Marie-Pierre pendant ses études à Richmond.
Nous avions réalisé alors que vous étiez de vrais 'francophiles'!
La simplicité, la spontanéité et le sens de l'humour de Mark nous manqueront.
Nos pensées amicales vous accompagnent.
Claude et Monique Lecornu
Johnnie Dye
August 8, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
BRISSY Dominique et Gilbert
August 7, 2012
chère Sarah, Lainee et la famille.
nous venons d'apprendre la triste nouvelle. Gilbert se joint à moi pour s'associer à votre peine. Nous vous adressons toutes nos condoléances. Très sincères amitiés de France. Dominique
Arlette DALOD
August 7, 2012
Je vous adresse toutes mes condoléances et mes affectueuses pensées amicales.
Arlette
Juan Cheatham
August 6, 2012
Mark...Thank you for being a friend when I needed a helping hand. Thank you for being a counselor when I didn't have a plan. Thank you for making me laugh when inside I wanted to cry. Thank you for the cherished memories of the years passed by. Thank you for the holidays shared with your family when normally I'll be without. Mark you will be truly missed from the bottom of my heart.
Abdul Mohiuddin
August 6, 2012
Dear Marilyn and family,
Thinking of you during this challenging time. I know your brother will be missed.
Dr. Abdul Mohiuddin
John Lewis
August 6, 2012
I used to sell Mark some paper. I found Mark to be friendly, warm and always giving of his time. He was not selfish. I always respected his ability to run a business successfully for many years. I will miss him.
Garry Martindale
August 6, 2012
Sarah and Lainee,
I just talked to Mike and heard the news about Mark. We were on vacation last week and I didn't know. Mark was such a giving and caring person. He always had time to sit and talk with me. I will truly miss seeing him however, I know we will see each other again one day. Until then, God speed ahead Mark!
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. Love to all...
August 6, 2012
We shall sorely miss you Mark, as you were my chauffeur for a while. Love you always Jeanne and Janine
Keith Belcher
August 6, 2012
I married into the family and had the pleasure of knowing Mark since 1972. He was always one of my favorite uncles. He always welcomed my family into his home back when we were younger and in better health, and I always loved spending the weekend in Richmond. It was my hideaway from the world, and the stress of work and life in general. I always told Mark and Sarah the world didn't have a clue where I was and no chance of finding me. When Mark and I were in our prime we were both softball fanatics and could both hit the "long ball" so far you didn't think it would ever touch down. Once when I was young and stupid I tried to beat Mark at eating pizza. No chance of that. Needless to say I lost and was miserable the rest of the night to boot. Mark, I will miss you greatly, old friend. Sarah, Lainee and family, I am so sorry for your loss and I will keep you in my prayers. Keith Belcher, Roanoke, VA.
Ronnie Feibish Thomas
August 6, 2012
To Sarah, Lainee,and all my "Zell" cousins, Please know my deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of you in this time of grief. Mark was a special man. I last saw him at the Cohen Family Club 50th reunion and it was if he never changed. He was warm, friendly and sincere. He will be missed by all who knew him in life. God Bless all of the family. Much love,
Margaret Railey
August 6, 2012
Mr. Zell was my teacher when I was in the 8th grade so long ago. He was so handsome and kind, all the girls had crushes on him. He treated each of us with the greatest of respect and was a good friend at the same time. I will never forget him nor will the students who had positive impact by his life.
Cal Moss
August 5, 2012
Sarah, Lanie and Family,
Words can not express our sincerely sympathy for the loss of your loved one.
Unfortunately, we are unable to be with you on Tuesday, however, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
God bless,
"Cal" and Barbara Moss
Debra Chucran
August 5, 2012
I had Mr. Zell for 8th grade science class. He was one of my MOST favorite teachers. He was very interesting, funny, and creative. There was never a day that I didn't look forward to going to his class. After all of these years, I still talk about what a wonderful teacher he was. I also thought he was VERY handsome! He will be missed by many of his former students. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Dirinda Purcell
August 5, 2012
I worked for Mark for many years. My son had chicken pox and I would miss work for 7-10 days and no pay. So Mark came up with an idea, sent the delivery driver and everything I would need to keep working for those days to my house. What a relief. This was the kind of generosity and kindness the man showed to all around him. Mrs.Zell and Lainie I hope you have many more story's like these to comfort you and warm your heart.
Mavis Wright
August 5, 2012
My brother-in-law was truly a genuine man. He was a strong man, who fought his fight and ran his race with strength and dignity.
He:Loved deeply
Shared his faith
Welomed all with open arms
Showed interested in and
supported others
Shared himself in FUN with others,
with that sly grin and easy chuckle
Mark, I have been blessed to have you in my life and will miss you much.
Sarah and Lainee, we love you and will be close by as you walk through this valley. We will also be there in the future to lovenly share,laugh and remember our "Mark stories".
Mavis Wright
Virginia Beach, Va.
August 5, 2012
A truly generous man, loving husband and father, smart as a whip and funny sense of humor... Godspeed.
-Amy Dobbs Agnel
LaVetta Goldsborough
August 5, 2012
Dear Marilyn and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this challenging time. He was blessed to have the love and support of you and the family. I know he will be greatly missed.
TERRY HOLT
August 4, 2012
I KNEW MARK A LONG TIME HE ALWAYS TREATED PEOPLE WITH RESPECT AND CARE A LOT ABOUT HIS CUSTOMERS.HE WILL BE MISSED.
Sue Haut, R.T. (R).
August 4, 2012
Sandy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Frank Overbey
August 3, 2012
Mark (Wahoo) and I (Hokie) always had some spirited athletic discussions. When I left my downtown job, I missed running into him on Main St. and having lunch.
August 3, 2012
I worked for Mark (and also Steve Moore) at System Printing back in the 70's. It really was a fun place to work. I am so sorry about your loss and my thoughts are with the family.
Pat Strang, Henrico, Va.
August 3, 2012
Dear Zell Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences with Mark's passing. He was one of the most honest, fun loving, gentleman that I had the honor to call my friend. Cherish your memories of him, and know that he is now at peace.
With love,
Bob Siff
Maureen Lipford
August 3, 2012
Sarah and Lainee, I am so sorry. He was a wonderful man, and I am glad to have known him along the way. My thoughts are with you.
Lucy Flannagan/Blevins
August 3, 2012
Sarah,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tootie Wohlford
August 3, 2012
Sarah, Lainee and Famliy, wishing you peace, comfort and love during this time. We will miss 'Uncle Mark' very much.
Lainee Zell Biliunas
August 3, 2012
Dad, I love you and miss you so much. I'm so sorry you had to go through the terrible sickness. You were too young to leave us. You always looked good despite all the treatment. I know you are in a much better place than we are. Please save some spaces for us when we come. I look so forward to seeing you again. The most love from your only daughter.
Caroline Cardwell
August 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. I worked with Mark on various projects through the years, and he was always so helpful and fun to work with. Mark was a great person whose presence will be missed.
Sue Haut, R.T. (R).
August 3, 2012
Sandy,
I am sorry to hear of your brother. My thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family.
Teresa Henry Mason
August 3, 2012
Marilyn, I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved brother. I pray you & your family will stand strong knowing he is not only safe but will remain smiling in your hearts forever. My heart & prayers go out to you & your family.
Curtis Dozier
August 3, 2012
Zell Family,I knew Mark from business and also from his days teaching at Marymount.I am sorry and will remember Mark in my prayers and God bless your family.
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