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Mark Peter DiStaola
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Mark is a graduate of Bishop Ludden High School & Ithaca College.
Mark retired from National Grid where he served as a Power Delivery Supervisor.
Mark was a NCAA college basketball official for several conferences. One of the things he liked most about being an official was the many friendships he made and the camaraderie they all shared together.
Mark fulfilled his dream of retiring in the state of Florida. He enjoyed the beautiful weather and scenery, the ocean breezes and traveling throughout the state. He also loved going to Miami Dolphin games.
Mark was predeceased by his parents, Alfred & Olga DiStaola; and his father-in-law, Raymond C. Sova.
Mark is survived by his loving wife, Linda (Sova) DiStaola; and his devoted rescue dog, Kolby. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Mary Sova; brothers-in-law, Fred Sova & Robert Sova (Elaine), one niece, four nephews, several cousins, and many long-term close friends.
There will be no services per Mark's request.
Donations in Mark's memory may be made to Paws Fur Recovery, Inc., PO Box 264, Indiantown, FL 34956.
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Debbie Fay
May 11, 2025
Linda, I´m sorry to hear about Mark´s passing. May the happy memories you have provide some comfort.
Jeanne Arnold
May 9, 2025
Linda, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Bill Heppeler
May 5, 2025
So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Mark and I shared many memories as basketball officials. He is among the best ever from Syracuse. He was a genuine friend both on and off the court. Condolences to Linda and family.
Sue (Hamilton) McAdell
May 4, 2025
Dear Linda, so sorry for the loss of Mark. He was one hell of a guy. Glad y´all got to enjoy Florida and each other for all those years stay strong. Sue.
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Lottie Ferguson
May 3, 2025
Condolences to Mark's family. I worked with Mark in Accounts Payable at NG. Believe or not I live in Port Saint Lucie. Small world. May God grant you all strength at this time. He was a kind person.
Kevin Kenney
May 3, 2025
Linda I am so sorry to see that Mark has passed away He was a great player and teammate but an even better person My thoughts and prayers are with you RIP Mark
MICHAEL W LIBERTONE
May 3, 2025
Mark May you rest in peace. You were the "basketball guy" in grade school at St Vincents, we went grade school through grade 9 before you went on to bigger and better things at Ludden. You married a wonderful girl and had a great life. Linda I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you both.
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Tom Gibbons
May 1, 2025
Mark was a great guy and a good friend. He was also a very generous person and we will miss him.
Allie Goudy Vintilla
April 30, 2025
My sincere sympathies to Olga and Mark´s wife and family. He was a very kind soul and my heart goes out to his family. He reached out when my mother passed with such kind words. Prayers for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
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