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Mark Taber Obituary

TABER, MARK S. 61, of Portsmouth, RI passed away June 29 peacefully in hospice after a series of illnesses. He was born in Providence, RI April 8, 1954, grew up in Barrington and was a Rhode Islander nearly all of his life. He was the beloved eldest son of Jeffery and Joan Taber of East Greenwich, brother of Ann Piper and husband Greg of Barrington, Doug and wife Jane of Dallas, TX, Greg and wife Denise of Port St. Lucie, FL, Scott and wife Debbie of Annapolis, MD and uncle to six nieces, two nephews, two grand nephews and friend to many. Mark graduated from Barrington High School and Roger Williams University. He possessed a deep love and knowledge of music and was an avid reader. With strength, courage and humor Mark struggled with illness from which he is now free. A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 30, 4 PM at St. John's Church, 191 County Road, Barrington, RI. In lieu of flowers please donate to Home and Hospice Care of RI.

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Published by The Providence Journal on Jul. 7, 2015.

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Mitch Miller

November 28, 2017

Dear friend and buddy from RWC days....so sad. After we didn't hear from you, I had this terrible feeling that things went south. We had a bundle of laughs, shared lots of good times, dug the same music and really had an easy rapport. Tabes, it ain't nothing but a "Freeway Jam" and until we meet again, keep the turn table running. Love you big guy. Mitch on behalf of the Rodger Dodger Crew.

July 20, 2015

Jeff and Joan and family...was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I remember all the good times at Mourning Dove Drive. Joan...I've tried to get a hold of you by phone with no luck. Please give me a call when you get a chance. 401-284-3880. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Robyn and Dan Byrne

Patrick Beron

July 18, 2015

To the Taber Family and in particular, Scott, Mark's younger brother. Very sorry for your loss... Thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time... Peace and love... Pat Beron

Bill Gorman

July 18, 2015

Dear Scott and Family,

My condolences on the passing of Mark. Hopefully, he passed away peacefully as noted.

Scott, I was looking forward to expressing my condolences in person at the memorial service at St. John's later this month, but I just realized that I will be away with the family at that time. Sorry again to read the news of your brother. He was still young. I hope all is well with you and your nuclear family.

Peace, love, "Keith Park" and street hockey,

Bill

John O'Leary

July 15, 2015

To Mark's family,
My condolences on the passing of Mark. I am so sorry for your loss. May happy memories help carry you through this sad time.v
RIP Mark.

Douglas Iannucci

July 15, 2015

Please accept my deepest sympathy. I remember Mark as a highly intelligent man with an incredible wit and a very generous nature. My knowledge and appreciation of music grew by leaps and bounds because of him. We had some great crazy times together in our younger days. Truly he made me laugh, many times, more than anyone else ever did.

July 10, 2015

Dear Taber Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Ellen Laprocina

July 8, 2015

Dear Scott and the Taber family, We truly are sorry about the loss of your brother and son. He is now at peace. I think he is a lucky man to have found his passion in life - music. He was able to study and enjoy music which probably helped him through some challenging times. If we all could be so lucky to find our true passions. Many prayers and toughts are with your family at this very difficult time. Love, Susan & Mark Robison

Dave Adams

July 8, 2015

Very sorry for your loss, I played little league ball with Mark and Doug. Adams Drugs. Third base? Very nice guys.

July 7, 2015

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mark is at peace and I hope you all are as well. I love you tons.
Betty Lou and Graham

Joan Frederick

July 7, 2015

To the Taber family,
My deepest condolences of the loss of your son and brother, Mark. May the happy, little sentimental memories fill your hearts at this difficult time.
R.I.P. Mark

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