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Adri Garcia
June 17, 2023
Mark,
Thinking about you on the eve of Father´s Day. Jack will be 20 this year and it seems like it was just yesterday that he was born. I miss you and our son wishes he could just hang out with you We miss you and know you are still around .. Stay on top of Jack and try to instill some of that wisdom which I know, you are full of..love you
Carl Olson
June 22, 2015
We were gathered by my parent's pool early evening and raised a toast. It is the same spot I was sitting when Mom broke the news that you were in the hospital and your status was unknown. We all wish you were here still and thinking of Jack on this particular Father's Day
May 11, 2014
Hey buddy ALWAYS on my mind. Just went the extra mile today to let ya know.
June 12, 2013
Still missing you.(my brother from another).
Hoping Adri and Jack well and the whole Tweedie clan,also.
Carl Olson
March 19, 2013
Mark, you always pondered life after death with your normal introspective way and also of what and how people will be remembered. You just got one of your answers. Thinking of your mom Nancy on her birthday on the 17th too. A very thoughtful entry that is a treasure to read. Taylor, I know your Uncle Mark will always be on your shoulder whenever you need him, you meant the world to him.
Taylor Demyan
March 17, 2013
I was searching your name on the internet, hoping to find a picture of you I could hold onto, but this popped up and I figured if there's really a god like i think, he'd pass on this message.
I miss you sooo so much. You were everything to me, a best friend, an uncle, and the list goes on. You treated me like i was cool and older and i always had fun with you, whether we were on our trip to san francisco where we saw the optical illusions museum and the wax museum and ate clam chowder in a bread bowl, or if we were just hanging out watching tv, etc. I remember getting the phone call from your sister when mom and i were driving back to Vacaville from a doctors appointment, that you were in the hospital and at first i was nervous, you know, hospitals... ick, right? But then i thought to myself He probably just broke an ankle or has the flu. He'll be fine, he's awesome and nothing would be able to take him away from Jack and me, etc. But you were really sick, and i remember seeing you with really pale skin compared to how it normally looked. I remember tubes and wires and machines, etc. I remember hearing that the doctor said that that was the highest fever he'd seen. I remember walking into that room and rubbing your foot and barely being able to say i love you as my goodbye. I still cry and feel that ache in my chest, and i wish you wouldn't have died because Jack was just like two years old and you were always there for me, and i miss that. I still don't eat slurpies and cheetoes together and when i do its very rare and it really reminds me of you. I remember you were always the dare devil who was trying new things like that slurpy that was banana flavored. I'm not brave or outgoing enough to even hang out and talk with this guy i like that I'm friends with by myself, you know? I miss you in so many ways that even this note wont be able to hold it all.
I wanted you to know that even though it wont happen now, you and my dad were going to be on either side of me when i walked down the aisle if i got married. You would have most likely been the god parent of my kids if i had any, because while you bought Pirouette Rolled Wafers with chocolate filling for "Midnight snacks" when i came over and spent the night, you were awesome, caring, funny, etc and took care of Jack quite well, and you did make me eat some veggies and all which was good, plus you could always manage to make me feel better and laugh. I remember you calling my mom when Jack got sick or something because we drove to the apartment building that time with a thermometer and all when jack was coughing really bad.
Anyways, I love and miss you, and hopefully someday the song "Follow me" by Uncle Kracker won't make me feel sad and cry anymore.
Love Always,
Taylor Demyan
(a.k.a. "Sweetie pie pie pie piiiiiieee" & many other nicknames)
By the way, I'm going to be 17 in a mere 6 DAYS!!! I cant believe it! I remember the canopy you got me for one of my birthdays that i had at Chuckey Cheeses. Haha, that was a LONG time ago. XOXOXOXOXO
November 17, 2012
Hi Mark, sorry we will have to miss you another Thanksgiving. We all miss you and think of you often. Carl keeps your memory alive every time we are together and talk about the "good old days". Adri and Jack have the biggest burden and we are sorry that so much distance seperates us. always know that you will never be forgotten. Love from Dale & Jan Olson
February 14, 2010
Mark,
Next year your friends and classmates celebrate our 30 year class reunion. It is without saying, you will be missed quite dearly. At El Camino we were good friends but not as close as you were with others. When I started this project of finding classmates last year for our reunion, your name was the first name that came to me saying you had passed away. I am sadden for you and your family, my prayers go out to you and yours.
It is unfortunate the last time we spoke was on that graduation day back in 1981. As chairman of our class reunion committee, I have already made a decision to spend a few minutes the night of our reunion to have a memorial for classmates who have passed away. I am hoping that your family will read this and be kind enough to scan and send me a few pictures of you so we can add them to our memory book CD. If not, then I will respect that and not as any further.
Where ever you are Mark, your classmates will miss you at the reunion but I believe you will be with us in true spirit as we remembered you in high school.
May God bless you and your family.
I can be reached at [email protected]
Adri Garcia
February 4, 2010
Mark,
Lately Jack has been asking for stories, of our life together. It's not just a one time question it's everyday that he asks. So I find myself recounting some really funny tales of our life together. Some stories are not appropriate but some are just unbelievable....We laugh and cry and he gets to share a little part of you through my memories.... It all was worth the trip honey...I sure do miss you.... Adri
Dale Olson
August 17, 2009
Hello to you, Mark, and all of your family. Just a quick note to let you know that we still think of you often.
There aren't many conversations I have with Carl that your name doesn't come up as the example of what friendship really means. Jan & I , Carl, and all of us miss you and will always remember you. Love, Dale , Jan, Carl & Nick
Eric Tweedie
December 6, 2007
Hey Brother,
You have been on my mind a lot today. It has been kind of slow, and I have several pictures of you here at work, so maybe I have had a little extra time to stare at you today.
It’s almost Christmas and I am getting ready to send Jack his presents. When Norine and I picked them out I could hear you telling Adri, “That is something Eric would pick for Jack.”, and it is!
I hate to admit it, but Christmas is a stressful time for me, and now without you it’s even worse. I knew that when we would see each other during the holidays we would have some time together to admire some of the same things, mostly the kids, and maybe even a little better, we would make fun of a few things. Jello based deserts will never be the same for me. I feel like the little “pick-me-up” I would get from you has been taken from me, and I’m sad. If you listen close on Christmas Eve I promise there will be a special toast from me, to just you. I miss you brother, and I love you.
You Brother
Eric
Christine
July 2, 2007
Mark-
You don't know me, but I have had the pleasure of getting to know Adri since she moved back to Florida. As you already know, Adri is a truly phenomenol woman and mother. While the last year has been very difficult for her, she has shown tremendous spirit and courage in rebuilding her life. Even on the bad days, she has a smile and will share a laugh. She has been an insipration to me. I know that you remain a daily part of Adri and Jack's lives- keep watching over them.
Albert Corrada
June 29, 2007
Mark,
A year doesn’t seem too long of a time, but I can’t believe it was a year ago you left us. You realize it when you see how much Jack has matured and how Adri is pressing on and moving forward. Everyone admires what Adri’s been able to accomplish without her better half. Life is pretty hectic, but it’s impressive how Adri handles so many different challenges. Juggling Jack, school, and work leaves very little time for anything else.
I’m sure from your perch you’re also looking on with admiration. Don’t focus too much time on how Jack’s throwing a baseball yet. He still flips his wrist underhand. A couple of more weeks and he’ll be firing strikes.
You are certainly missed Mark.
God Bless,
Jennifer Lofquist
June 23, 2007
Mark,
They say that people achieve immortality by remaining in the hearts and thoughts of others. You, my friend, will live forever. The number of people who think of you is a testament to how kind, generous and loving you are. Keep watching over Adri and Jack, and check in on the rest of us every now and then. Thanks for all of the wonderful memories.
Love,
Jennifer
josiah larkin
June 22, 2007
Mark Tweedie, thought about us sitting in doreen's office. talking about the pizza place. talking about property in florida. talking about ail...ha, those were interesting times. miss u.
Dale Olson
June 20, 2007
It was great having a visit with you and Jack at your home in Florida. It really does bring home the fact that Mark is missed so much by so many. Keep Mark's pictures handy and tell Jack about his Dad and he will forever keep him close. Love from Uncle Dale & Aunt Janet
Liani Garcia
June 20, 2007
Mark...I can't believe a year has gone by since you left this earth. We all miss you so much especially Adri, Jack, and Takee the rocket dog or is he the circus dog with the special costume? Jack talks about you all the time and we talk about you and share stories or reminice about funny things that you said or did. Jack is getting so big and talking so much now. And he is so smart. Jack knows how much you loved him and he will never forget this because we remind him all the time. He is so adorable and I am so sorry I ever gave you a hard time whenever my mom and I came to visit and we complained that you were always hogging him up. I guess somehow you knew you wouldn't have that much time with your precious son and wanted to spend every moment that you could with him. I understand that now. Maybe that was why you let him walk next to you when you went to Walmart or the grocery store instead of making him sit in the cart. You were always doing funny things to make Jack laugh. And I guess you said so many times how Takee was your first born son that Jack calls Takee his "brother" It is very funny. He's got quite a sense of humor that child of yours. I hope you are at peace now. I wish you had given us a little more time but I am sure whatever amount would never have been enough. You are the only "brother" I ever had and if I had known how little time I would have with you I would have been a much better sis. But hind sight is alway 20/20 isn't it? I just hope you know now, how much I miss you and love you.
Ruth Marley
June 20, 2007
I remember when Adri and I first met in the city I thought you didn't exist. I didn't want to offend my new friend so I let her believe.... I remember Ardi had friends from Miami in town and you came home and said you could hear us down the street. I remember you liked Profitirolls. It was my Birthday in the city and you told us how great they were. You remembered my favorite day! You always asked the right questions without interferring. I remember a wonderful husband, father, son and brother.
Ruth Marley
Eric Tweeedie
June 20, 2007
Hey Brother,
I can’t believe it’s been a year since you left. I have so much to tell you, but I don’t know how. Even though it has been a year, I am stuck deep in denial about your death. It still doesn’t seem real to me. You are constantly on my mind. I sat on the bluffs in Fort Bragg staring at the water for a whole day waiting for something. I don’t know what I was waiting for, but I knew in my heart it had to do with you.
I want to shake the image of you in the hospital, and instead remember you before all this happened. My favorite scenes are of you holding Emily on you shoulder in San Francisco, but when my mind’s eye goes there, the terrible clicking and whooshing sounds of the ventilator fill my head and drag me back to you in the hospital.
Mark, we were seldom on the same path, but we were always brothers, and I hope you know how much I think about you, and love you. I never felt like I took having a brother for granted, but now I am sometimes consumed with jealousy of others relationship’s with their brothers. I have even gone as far as to get in a fight with someone for saying what a pain in the neck his brother was. I miss you every day. I refuse to take your phone number out of my cell phone, or your address off my email list. I’m not ready for that. I knew it would be hard for me to let you go, and maybe that is why when you were in the hospital I just had to stay every night until everybody else was gone. In some small way it gave me a chance to have you to myself. I knew you weren’t coming back, but I needed to know that for the last small bit of time you spent on this planet, that I was by your side, as your brother.
I know in time the memory of tragedy will fade, and be replaced with the memories of life, love and happiness. I need that to happen, but I know it will be a long time from now.
Emily is going to visit Jack and Adri next month, and she is excited. I know she will have fun, and so will Jack. I worry how Emily will handle it the first time she hears Jack talk about Papa, but she too needs to heal. Only she will know how she feels, and when she is ready to move forward. She will be traveling with Grandma, who also is not there yet as far as healing goes, but treasures the chance to spend time with Jack and Adri.
Tomorrow will be exactly one year that you have been gone, and I promise to spend the day honoring and remembering you. I will make an effort to only think and talk about some of my happiest memories of you. Like the joy that showed on your face when you were able to play with Emily, Taylor, Alex and Andrew and especially Jack. They say that children are the best judge of a person’s character, and they all love you more than words can describe. I miss you every day, Mark, and I love you too.
Your Brother, Eric
Lori Yeilding
June 19, 2007
Mark,
I was just thinking about you today and then I saw new entries about you when I went to check my email. I guess the energy of you is that strong. A year has passed since you left us but I still think of you often.
Next week I will travel pass the Ferndale Resort that you, Adri, me and the AIL gang stayed at near Redding, in Sept '02. I will say a prayer for you there. I'm sure just being near Ferndale Resort will stir up a lot of memories.
Rest well, my friend.
Lori
Carl Olson
June 19, 2007
Father's Day a year ago...seems like yesterday yet seems like forever. I spent a couple of days with Jack and later his Uncle Dale joined us. Baseball, building train tracks, coloring...he is going to be a well rounded kid. He is never at a loss for something to do and loves to show you how he does each activity. After all, he is "almost four" as he reminds me. We shared some great appetizers that Adri prepared and some wine one night. One of the bottles of red was a Mark West wine from California. Jack chimed in, "Mark is my Dad" at one point. I made it to the Bohemian Grove, your revered and admired destination of the elite. The redwoods are serene and majestic and you walk where Presidents and world leaders have walked for 100 years. At one of the bars at the camp, I asked for a glass of red wine. The bartender just poured out the last of one brand when I said, what else do you have? (didn't need to wait for him to open the next one!) He said....Try this "Mark West". I guess you made it there that weekend also. Happy Father's Day. I know Jack thinks of you often. Carl
adri garcia
June 18, 2007
Hi Mark,
I know that you are definitely watching us. Not only because I have faith but that the proof has been for, us an everyday occurence. Jack as you know is no longer a baby. He reminds everyday that he is a big boy. He talks about you everyday and to tell you the truth I have tell him to be quiet because he sometimes makes me crazy. I guess we know where he got that special talent from. He is such a kind person that it surprises me to hear and see all the words coming from his mouth plus along with his actions. He is a very special little boy. This year has flown by. To the truth I cannot believe that an entire year passed. I know that your pain is gone and I understand why you had to leave us but also know that I know that you are with us every step of the way. It's hard to comprehend that I cannot just run things by you and get your input. But I know you're doing what you can b/c I am reading the signs,and thank you for your help. It helps that I know somehow, some way you are keeping yourself alive for Jack. I know that he won't be able to hug and kiss you but I hope you are feeling those special,"Papa hugs" he gives you every night. I love you and please stay around, we need you every step of the way. I love you, ME
PS For anyone who our reads this I hope you will also send your thoughts to me and Jack
Love, Adri
Lori Yeilding
September 12, 2006
Mark,
Happy Belated Birthday. Everyone at AIL misses you... there is always something that reminds us of you. The other day I saw a TV ad for Cache Creek Indian Casino... I knew you liked hitting the casinos occasionally.
Take care,
Lori Yeilding (San Jose, CA)
Adri Garcia
September 10, 2006
Hi Honey,
Happy Birthday! Today 9/10 was a tough day. Jack and I went out and picked out a wonderful ice cream cake. Unfortunately Jack, missed blowing at your candles. He fell asleep in the car
on the way home. Tomorrow we will relite and let him blow out your candles. He'll love that. We are adjusting well to Miami. I still feel like we are on vacation so maybe that's why it's been okay. We miss you so much. I still cannot believe that I will not see you again. This is a surreal life we live. You son is growing like a weed. He just received a doctor bag which he calls his, "Boo Boo Bag." Rey's kids were over this past Saturday. I found the three boys on the bed with all of Jack's stuffed animals as thier patients. It was very funny. He also is riding like a champ. A couple of days ago we went around the block. He was riding so fast that I threatened to tie a rope around his waist if he didn't stop from going so far. I'm sure that you here us just don't go too far. WE really need you...
We Love You!
Adri, Jack and Takee Tweedie
Eric Tweedie
September 10, 2006
Everybody please raise thier glasses: "Happy Birthday Mark, we all love and miss you" I think of you every day Mark, I can't believe how many every day things remind me of you. I miss you brother.
Carl Olson
September 10, 2006
Happy Birthday Mark. I just returned from the Bauer's 50th Anniversary where my aunt and uncle redid their vows under the large oak tree at their property. They had 3 of six of the wedding party stand up for them again. I picked up the original guest sign-in book where I noticed the list included Nancy "Steele". Your mom must have been around 16 at the time. I wish you were here to sign more guest books. Any events in the future that would have had your signature won't quite be the same. Again, Happy Birthday Mark.
Norine Tweedie
September 10, 2006
Dear Mark,
Happy birthday. We miss you more than we can say.
Love,
Norine, Eric & Emily
Carl Olson
August 29, 2006
So little time, so many places and people to see... As Jack prepared for Miami, I was fortunate to spend some days with him. Mark, he has such the personality, everyone is impressed with him after they meet him (sound familiar?) I found myself transported back in time when you used to hear the ice cream truck and pound on our door to make sure we knew it was approaching and collect our money for "big sticks". Jack can hear the music 3 blocks away also! Jack listened to firemen at the Fair with his cousin Mitchell, and got his Smokey the Bear certificate and Bandana for being such a good student. (or was it banana, Tia?) When he sat in an old school desk that was just like the ones we had in 1st grade, Miss Samuels' class...I realized..heck, he is two years ahead of you...ha ha. He loves the bumper boats, bumper cars, petting zoo and even rode on Dr. Pepper, the horse of course. No soda, Jack is actually partial to apple juice in a box. We ate fair food, made messes and missed you making them worse. Santa Cruz and Lake Tahoe followed as we passed many places that I associate with you and many memories of years past. I know you are watching over your family, stay in close to them.....just wish you were here.
Lori Yeilding
August 17, 2006
Mark,
Still have things that remind me of you. This summer I have been BBQ'ing a lot of chicken. I have been using that Mr. Yoshida's Terriyaki sauce for the marinade. Thanks for introducing me to that, it sure makes the meat tasty.
your friend,
Lori
Eric Tweedie
August 15, 2006
Hey Brother,
Spent the weekend with Adri and Jack helping them pack for the move to Florida. I will miss them very much. You would be proud of how strong Adri is. She has a lot on her plate and always has time for Jack. Jack, by the way, is starting to talk more, but he is a little shy around me. I think I remind him of you. I gave him a big hug and told him how much papa and I love him when I left on Sunday. I miss you brother.
Mark in the "Casa" in Brazil, August 2005
August 6, 2006
Carl Olson
July 24, 2006
Mark..this might be a repeat...since I thought I added it last week. You went down to the 100th Anniversary Centennial of the 1906 Earthquake. Here is an excerpt of press coverage. "San Franciscans Mark Tweedie, 42, and his friend Leo Carew III, 39, always attended the major events in the city, and said they were thrilled to be part of the 1906 earthquake and fire commemoration. "I wouldn't miss it for the world, Tweedie said, My Grandmother, Edna G. Steele, formerly Barney, was the youngest of five and was born in 1912. Her older siblings told stories of how the family had to stay in tents in Golden Gate Park. They moved from upper Market Street, he said. People were torching their homes to collect insurance because insurance companies didn't cover earthquake damage...that's what burned San Francisco to the ground." Jack, Lotta's fountain is the place your Dad showed me several times over the years on Market Street and was present on that April morning. Maybe you can be there at 5:18 am at the 125th Anniversary!
Adri Garcia
July 22, 2006
Honey,
Yesterday was a very hard day. It's hard to imagine that your presence has been gone for an entire month of time. Jack, Takee Tweedie and I stll think that you are in the bedroom resting your back. When we look for you it's very difficult to understand why you're not here with us.....Last week at Jack's 3rd birthday party, lots of our family and friends helped in creating some wonderful memories for our son. We really created someone special. You would have loved it..... Thank you, for helping us, get through this time we feel so much pain, but it's okay. I hope you are listening to our conversations. Jack and I recount our daily adventures and I know Jack feels comfort in seeing you in our pictures and giving you a monster hugs and goodnight kisses. You will forever remain in our lives....
We love you with all our hearts and we are glad that you don't feel your pain.
Love, Us
Tania Garcia
July 21, 2006
Mark since I registered to know when someone writes in your book, almost every morning I read something wonderful about you, even though we had a great many miles of distance between us, Adri always kept Mimi up-to-date on you, Adri, Jack and Taki, so even though we didn't talk all the time and only saw each other on vacations you guys are a special part of Reysi, and even though he hates to show emotions, he does ask me everyday if I've heard from Adri and if everythings okay. We miss you Mark, and you will be in our hearts forever.
Lori Yeilding
July 20, 2006
Mark,
Scott and I are vacationing at Pismo Beach this week. Yesterday, we took an aerial tour of the Pismo Coast in a 1943 Boeing Stearman Bi-Plane. The pilot also included a barrel roll. This adventure reminded me of you and your interest in aeronautics. You would have loved this ride and I will miss not having a conversation with you about the experience. But I hope somewhere you were looking down on us and getting a glimpse of this.
Take care, friend!
P.S. Maybe Jack will find some interest in aeronautics when he gets older.
Lori Galiana
July 19, 2006
Dearest Adri and Jack,
The words have been very slow to come because the shock of your loss has been too much for me to put into words. Mark was a wonderful man who was a great person, husband and father as well as a great "cousin" to our boys. They loved how he was just a big kid himself. I personally will miss the jokes Mark and I shared about us being the outlaw gringo and gringa at the dinner table. He always had a kind word and time for everyone no matter what type of pain he was dealing with himself. He was a special person who touched many people with his kindness and words of advice.
He will be truly missed, but he can rest assured that we are all here for you.
Jennifer Lofquist
July 12, 2006
Mark,
It is hard to believe that someone who loved life and people so much is no longer with us. Your positive attitude and enthusiasm are a model for the rest of us to strive for. While you will be missed terribly, you will live on in our memories, which we will share with Jack so he can know his father as his friends and loved ones did. I'm so sorry that I did not get to spend more time in this life with you, but I will always cherish the time I did get to spend with you and Adri and Taki. Foster Good Boy and I send our love.
Liana Ignes
July 11, 2006
Mark and I attended the same elementary and junior high schools. He knew my younger brother, Marcus Martinez, and my former husband, Allan Ignes. Allan and I saw Mark at a holiday party hosted by Carl Olsen about 13 years ago. Two months ago, I wrote Mark through Classmates.com and was delighted to learn that he was enjoying life as a husband and father and contemplating law school. His messages to me contained very fond references to Adriana and Jack. I am deeply saddened with news that Mark passed away.
Josephine Logozzo
July 10, 2006
Although I only met Mark once at the wedding, I know that he made Adri very happy and I know from Adri that he was a wonderful father. I also believe that his legacy will live on through Jack; even though he's still so young, he will remember the love his parents shared. I know that Adri will make him ever present in Jack's life.
Rest in peace, Mark.
Adri Garcia
July 9, 2006
This is a letter Mark emailed me last year from Brazil, I thank you all for your wonderful thoughts prayers and memories, please keep them coming I don't mind people signing over over again....Love Adri Please read.....
Hello Everyone,
Thank you for the overwhelming response to the email. As it would be very time consuming to write back to each and every person, I am writing an All Encompassing update.
If you told me a month ago that I would be doing what I have experienced, I would surely think you are crazy. My eyes have been opened to things I did not know existed. In fact, some of the experiences I have seen defied logic and were downright miraculous. When I get home I don´t know if I will talk about what I have seen because you all WILL NOT believe me. There is no angle or con going on here at the Casa de Ignacio. Too many people have seen what I have seen for many, many years. You can con one or two people for maybe one or two years, but not millions for over 40 these years. Also, what we see and go through at the Casa costs $ 000.00, that`s right: nothing.
I am counting the days for when I will be back with Adri, Jack and Taki Tweedie. Adri informs me that everyday, Jack asks about his Papa. Time apart is difficult, but I believe I will be a better father and husband. Thus, it is probably a small price to pay.
On the downside, there are quite a few disabled children here with their parents, looking for answers and and a glimmer of hope. I hope with all my heart that they find and get what they are seeking. I got very upset this morning after watching a little boy about Jacks age. He is not well. It is hard to understand why these things have to happen. Now I truly know the meaning of life not being fair. I was very humbled and grateful that Adri and I have a son that is healthy and happy. No matter what happens in our my little world, Adri and I are of the most fortunate people on Earth.
I do have many pictures and will send some as soon as I figure out how to attach them. I know, I know, it is my new Mac and I have not done so yet. At any rate, I had to kick this out pretty fast, as I just got here and it is closing in a couple of minutes. Also, please forgive the typos: Portuguese keyboard. (Something happened to the Mac last night and it blew up.)
Mark
Elizabeth Rodriguez
July 6, 2006
Mark - I only met you through Adri's friends. I heard you are a wonderful, caring man. I cannot even imagine the loss that Adri is feeling right now. But Mark, know that Adri is strong and will continue on for Jack. Adri - please know that all your friends are here for you and Jack. With love and fond memories,
Liz
Evelyn Soberon Roth
July 5, 2006
Dear Mark,
I still remember the first time I met you,finally, after Adri spoke of you endlessly, of how wonderful you were and how you both met. Well, I knew the minute I saw you and Adri together that you two were meant to be. Such a genuinely nice person. It made me so happy to know Adri was loved then by someone like you and I'm so grateful that she'll always have your love to carry her through.
Richard's and my greatest memory is when you and Adri (Jack in the oven) visited our home. Matthew was just a toddler then. You were so excited about becoming a Dad. Asking us all kinds of questions, expressing your plans on what a beautiful life you and Adri were building. You can feel at peace, you did build a wonderful family and life. We feel very blessed to have known you and will always be there for Adri and Jack.
Now you can build another beautiful life in heaven while you await Adri and Jack's arrival home to you.
Jesus R. Cruz
July 4, 2006
Thank you Mark for touching my life. The moments we shared with Adri, Lori, and Albert, though few and far between, were always filled with very good times - which is what life is all about! I like how you were always making plans and always had a dream for better times. It was a pleasure meeting Jack last year when we met up in beautiful Santa Barbara. You have left behind the most precious legacy within Jack and Adri. I am sure they will make you very proud. Enjoy your next journey and continue in peace and lots of love!!
Vivian Isern
July 3, 2006
Fourteen years ago, while visiting Adri in San Francisco, I had the pleasure of meeting her new boyfriend Mark. I had heard many good things about him but they all fell short after actually meeting him! Mark, Adri and Jack were blessed to have had you in their lives and I know you will continue to live through them. May god bless you Mark and know you will never be forgotten. And, more importantly, when you are remembered it will be with laughter and kind words for a kind soul. Adri & Jack - We love you.
Dale Olson
June 30, 2006
Mark, you left us too soon. You have been such a support for all the Olsons that are left. Nobody showed greater compassion after we lost Diane than you. Losing Dean was like losing a brother to you we know. Carl figured out that Dean lived 8 days longer than you.
Both of you have left a void in our lives that will never be filled. Janet, Carl & I have lost too many of you young people and know that I would trade places with any one of you. Rest in peace knowing that the Olsons & the Tweedies will always stay close. Uncle Carl can't be there enough for Jack. Say Hi to Diane, Dean & Bill for us . Love Dale, Jan, Carl
& Nick
Lori Yeilding
June 30, 2006
My apoligies... it was actually the Fawndale Resort, not Ferndale Resort that we stay at with Mark and family...
Karen Atkinson
June 30, 2006
Mark was a wonderful person who really touched my life. He taught me everything I know about waitressing and bartending, and he also helped me to realize that I never want to do either of those things again! My heart goes out to you, his family. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Rick Moore
June 30, 2006
I didn't have the opportunity to see Mark for the past several years. He contacted me out of the blue and it was a great pleasure talking to him again. I was looking forward to seeing him one day and meeting his family that he so often bragged about.
I met Mark through my sister years ago in California.
Here is the amazing thing about him that still makes him unique to me. I've lived several different lifetimes it seems and I've moved countless times but no matter where I ended up Mark always looked me up just to say hi. Some people that I thought were my best friends at the time, I have never seen again, yet Mark always kept in touch. If he treated me like that I can imagine how he felt about the ones he was close to.
Rest well, my friend, and if I should make it to heaven, well I know you'll look me up. Love you buddy.
Diana and Liani with Mark in Thanksgiving cruise 2005
June 30, 2006
Diana Saiz (Mother-in-law)
June 30, 2006
Dear, dear Mark,
I'm still in shock and don't really believe you won't be back. I'm sorry for all the times I didn't express my love to you enough. I am sure you and Adri loved each other very much and I know you tried everything in order to get better, to be there for both her and Jack. Even going to Brazil and meditating. However, it seems God had other things in mind for you. It is hard to accept, but I know that now you are as a little bird that was caged up and was set free. Your soul can go on to learn new things in the other side. I know we can't see you but you can see us and whenever we think of you and remember happy memories, you will be right there with us. I know you don't need our tears or sorrow where you are and that it does not help you at all. Prayers are good, and I will always pray for you. I know you have gone on into the light and will watch over Adri and Jack and all your nieces and nephews, who meant so much to you. I promise you I will also watch over Adri and Jack as long as I live. I love you Mark.
Carl Olson
June 30, 2006
Mark, We are all missing you terribly but I know you arrived for your next journey well and are, as my Grandfather says, "Catching up with loved ones..." We found the gift cup I made for you when you first went off to unknown parts, (Texas in 1983) and for an unknown duration, when I wrote "what can I say to someone that has always been there, your best friend always, Carl." It was true then, it is true now.
Mark went to the 100 year Earthquake Celebration in San Francisco. These are some of his newest friends........April 2006
June 30, 2006
Heading out of Miami on our Family Cruise November 2005
June 30, 2006
Albert Corrada
June 30, 2006
Mark, we met when I got engaged in your beloved town. I thank Adri and Lori’s friendship in creating ours. We’ve shared many fun moments together. We’ve visited Muir Woods, Yosemite, Vegas, and Solvang, just to name a few. You turned me on to tri-tip sandwiches. But there were a couple of things about you that really stood out. Your generosity when you hit a lucky streak in Vegas. Your bravery when you took on your painful back issues. Your entrepreneurial spirit in going out and running your own businesses. But what I admire most was the relationship you had with Jack. You were so committed and cherished each day you had together. At the time I never understood why you took so many pictures of him, but now Jack and Adri have all those moments captured by your camera of the fun times you spent together.
You’ll certainly be missed, but I’m sure many of your friends including me will try and step up to be somewhat of a father figure to Jack.
I heard this once, and I think it’s appropriate, “A happiness shared is doubled, but a sorrow shared is halved.”
I’m blessed to have met you.
Lori Yeilding
June 29, 2006
When Scott and I do our roadtrip, on the Goldwing, to Oregon this summer, one of our stops will be Redding, CA. I'll make sure I will stop at the Ferndale hotel to say a prayer to Mark. This is where I first spent some great time with Adri, Mark, Taki, Doreen and Larry on an American Income roadtrip. Mark was his usual self asking me many questions about myself. Of course he then preceded to get to know every other traveler that was staying at the hotel. Mark was the type of person who could travel the world and with every person he met they would not be a stranger.
Mark, Wherever you are now, I'm sure you are making many more friends. "NOW, HERE'S THE DEAL" (famous frequent quote made my Mark), save me a place when my time is done on this earthly plane so we can chat up for a storm for eternity like the good old days. You will always be like a brother to me.
Rest well, Mark!
Amy Mayedo
June 29, 2006
I am so glad I got the opportunity to meet Mark for Jack's second birthday last summer. There aren't any words I can put together to express how much I'll miss him, and how devastated I've been due to his passing...
This guestbook was a *wonderful* idea. Adri and Jack, I love you both very much.
Vanda Dauksts, Arnis & Zintis Kakulis
June 29, 2006
It is still so new & all we see is the empty space, but that is not how it is in the landscape of the heart. There, there is no empty space & he still laughs & grapples with ideas & plans & nods wisely with each of us in turn. We are proud to have known him. We are proud to have called him friend.
Our heartfelt condolences to Adri, Jack, the whole family and many, many people that called Mark "friend".
arnold and amelia moore
June 29, 2006
To all concerned; It is with profound concern that we leaned of Marks passing. when he visited us in canada some years ago and later had dinner with him iN California we thought he was one of a kind and a delightfull fellow. Again we esxpress are condolancs to the wife, mother and dad.
Amy Denenberg
June 29, 2006
I really wish I had the opportunity to know Mark better. Unfortunately I was only able to meet him twice - the second time being at his wedding. I have been lucky enough to be friends with Adri for 28 years and I know how happy he made her. I'm so glad she was able to find someone so special - even for such a short time. I hope her memories will give her a lot of comfort down the road.
With all my love and sympathy,
Amy
Terri Adams
June 29, 2006
Mark - I am forever grateful that I was able to meet you. And sad that I had only seen you a few times. But, the little bit that I did get to know of you, has shown me that you were a bright star always shining on other people, and it seemed, always concerned about how others were thinking and feeling. I know you are in a better place, and I'm sure you are looking down on Adri, Jack and of Taki with loving arms!
Love you
Terri
Chris Delgado
June 29, 2006
As I think back to the first time I met Mark, I remember him asking me 1001 questions about myself. He was so interested in everyone's life and was a genuine listener and friend. Mark you will be missed, but always remembered as a wonderful man. Our prayers go out to Adri and Jack in this difficult time. We love you all.
Vanda Dauksts, Arnis & Zintis Kakulis
June 29, 2006
"It is still so new & all we see is the empty space, but that is not how it is in the landscape of the heart. There, there is no empty space & he still laughs & grapples with ideas & plans & nods wisely with each of us in turn. We are proud to have known him. We are proud to have called him friend."
- Brian Andreas
Our heartfelt condolences to Adri, Jack, the family and so many friends. . .
Perla and Willie Martinez
June 29, 2006
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
josiah larkin
June 29, 2006
Mark was a good guy. he will be missed dearly.
Carl Olson
June 29, 2006
Missing you down here, hope your journey was a soft landing and met your expectations and you are, as my Grandfather says...catching up with loved ones..... Mark we found the gift cup I made for you when you took off to unknown parts (For Texas in 1983), and for an unknown duration. "What can I say to someone that has always been there, Your best friend always, Carl" Was true then, is true now.
Vivian Cesana
June 29, 2006
I am so sad about Mark's passing. He was such a dear sweet man. He always made me feel so comfortable with his warm smile and genuine interest in others. I will miss him. This picture is from Jack's 2nd birthday- there was no where to hang the pinata and Mark could not disappoint.
Reysi, Tania, Christina, Jr. & Luis Garcia
June 29, 2006
Mark, we met years ago in Tampa when you opened your Pizza Restaurant, and I remember telling you, you would have to shut down if you kept on giving food away, people either were short changed or didn't have the money, and your response was "It makes me feel good" that just shows the type of person you will always be, on earth or in heaven I know you will always be giving. Don't you worry, Jack and Adri will be taken care and we will be here to remind Jack of how much you loved him. We will miss you "our friend." We hope you have found peace.
Marty Teboe
June 28, 2006
Mark...I'm sad that we never got to meet. The few times we did speak were more than special to me.
You really are the brother that I never had.
You will live on, Mark, in the hearts and minds of those whom you touched.
Marty
Adri Garcia
June 28, 2006
This is a message that I received from Mark last year when he went to Brazil for healing and spirit lifting. He loved it as you will read...Enjoy!
Love, Adri
Dear Family,
I miss you a lot. I can't get Jack out of my head. I know that he
misses hsi
Papa. When I get back, I am not going to let that little bugger out of
my
site. Me him and Taki are going to be like glue. And of course, when
you get
home from work, you will join us. I was thinking, I can probabley call
Mike
to pick me up from the airport. He is not working and I'd bet he would
drive
me home for $30 or so. (Cheaper that a shuttle.) I had a massage today.
Tell
your Mom that Jao blessed a massuese to be here. I was so tense that
she
suggested I go back two more times. It's only about $35 an hour. She
does it
right at the Pousada where we are staying. Monday night a guy named
Robert
Pelligrino is giving a lecture at Fruittis. It's going to be about
mediums
and the such. Yesterday, Josie took me around to see properties. We
could
build to suit. With the land and house. we could do it for around $75K.
I am
having a difficult time attaching pictures to my email. As soon as I
figure
it out, I'll send you bunches. Yesterday, me and my new friend Sandie
went
into Anapolis. (Don't worry; no love affair; her wife Terese would'nt
like
it.) Anapolis is very big. It kind of opened up my eyes to moving here.
I
wonder what kind of jobs we could get? We could build a house here and
the
commute to Anapolis for work. I relly like it here in Brazil. The
people are
so kind and genuine. Guess what? I have only had 2 diet cokes since
being
here. My entire caffiene intake has been almost nill. I think I have
had
maybe 2 or 3 cups of coffee. H20 has been my drink of choice. My back
was
really hurting, Josie took me to the clinic right up the street to talk
to a
Dr. to see if there was any meds I could take. My ultram does not cut
it.
Don't worry. I'll be fine. I wasn't going to tell you that part, but if
you
found out through your Mom and Josie, it would'nt be very good. Today
(Sunday) Fruitties is closed. The only thing opened is this Internet
place.
It is very cheap. around $4 an hour for high speed connection. It is
plenty
worth it to connect with the outside world, as I said ther ain't too
much
here in Abadiana. This morning the Italian family left. The Mom was
from the
States, but lives in Italy. She brought all 4 kids. The little 2 year
old
was cute and reminded me of Jack. The poor little boy was bitten by a
dog
last week and had to get a rabbies shot. He was crying quite a bit. I
hope
he is doing better. What a chore; a 2, 3, 9 and 12 year old kids. The
two
bigger bouys helped out, but still...Some people in our group were
complaining about them. I kinda stook up for them. (the people
complaining
did'nt have kids of course.) Everyone in our group knows about you,
Jack and
Taki. I do talk about my family quite a bit. I love you all so much. We
should start planning for when you come down here. Everyone should
experience it. I know it could be cheaper to do it without Josie, but
she is
a wealth on information and has the inside track at the Casa. We are
the
first to see Jao. Some people wait days. I really do want to see more
of
Brazil. I am getting the feeling that Rio is going to be another "Big
city".
Maybe when I am there, I can get a inexpensive tour to the country or
something. I hope work has beem treating you well. Sandie is a chatter
box,
she was saying that her partner said, "Well at least you get to go on
vacation in Brazil". Well let me tell you, this is NOT a vacation.
There is
some work and commitment required. There is no pool, the only thing to
do is
come here or next door and get a fruit drink. (And they are NOT that
good at
all.) When I get back. I am getting a juicer. It works much differently
than
our Vita-Mixer. Dr. Dean Edell, was saying that there is no better
thing
than fresh apple juice. I bought a couple of Josies books. She lived
with
the Navaho Indians for five years. She knows all kind of songs, dances
and
rituals. I think you will really like Josie, she is a very giving, good
natured person. If this new way of life can give me some of what she
has,
then it's worth it. The one thing I have noticed, is that there is
absolutely no negativity here. I have not heard one thing. (other than
talking about the 2 year old crying.) Well. I am going to wrap it up
for
now. I love you. I love Jack Steele. I love Taki Tweedie. Mark
___________________________________
______________________________
June 16th,2006, Papa and Jack at a birthday party
June 28, 2006
Adri Garcia
June 28, 2006
I give thanks to God for the time that he let you be part of our lives....Jack will know that his PaPa, loved him from the bottom of his heart. Thank you Mark, for our son, I will make sure to teach him all we always spoke about. I love you.....
PS Takee Tweedie misses you too!
Gema Saiz
June 28, 2006
Mark,
Eventhough we only knew you for a short time, it was a pleasure having met you. Your warmth and honesty always made us feel warm and welcome. You will be missed.
May your spirit soar and be free in this everlasting journey.
Gema and Tony Saiz
Liani Garcia
June 27, 2006
Mark, I will truly miss you "brother" as will all of your family and friends. I promise to tell Jack how much you loved him and what a great father you were. I will take your advice and try to find positives among what may appear as negative. Love always, your "sis" Liani
Veronica Rosaia-Calabrese
June 26, 2006
I was so deeply saddened to read of Mark's death. I have so many fond memories of Mark and the Tweedie Family. My deepest condolences to you all during these very sad times.
Frances, Roger, Caroline and Janet Pierce
June 25, 2006
Our sincere condolences to you on the passing of Mark. He was such a kind and careing man, and will surely be missed by our family. He took such good care of Aunt Edna.
Leo V. Carew III
June 25, 2006
Mark will be and most definateley be missed , but as long as we remember all the fun and laughs he brought us, HE, will live on.
Leo V carew III
Lori Yeilding
June 25, 2006
Mark was such a fun person and a good listener. I will miss our chat sessions over the phone.
Anne Teboe
June 25, 2006
Mark, the amount of time I got to spend with you was not enough. You will always be in my heart. Until we meet in Heaven. My prayers and thoughts are with Adri, Jack and your entire family during this sad time.
Sally Samuels
June 23, 2006
I was shocked and saddened to read of Mark's death. My heartfelt condolences go to all the Tweedie family at this sad time. I remember you all so well from Buri Buri.
Until we meet in Heaven
Sheila Pethoud
June 23, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Holly Hicks
June 23, 2006
Never was there a kinder more giving man than Mark. His passing is beyond belief and we are saddened to our core. His life should be an ongoing example to us all and he shall be deeply missed.
Janet Lopez (Pierce)
June 23, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I have so many wonderful memories with Mark. We always had so much fun growing up together. All those summers going to Blackberry Farms. He will be truly missed. My love to all, Janet
Eric Tweedie
June 23, 2006
Words cannot describe how much I will miss you Mark. I love you.
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