With grateful thanks to Curtis Clark for reaching out to Mark’s IBM colleagues and collating the wonderful tributes so many have written.
Ann: Our hearts remain heavy for Mark’s passing, and our prayer is that as each day passes, the Love and Joy you and Mark had, although too brief, will sustain you.
As you know I worked with Mark for over 20 years. I will never forget the first time he told us about his “Ann.” The Sparkle in his eyes and the Joy he had in talking about your relationship was lovely. And our dinner in London was such a special moment for Beth Brownhill and I to see you together, and the affection and love that night was an inspiration.
Below is the list of remembrances to my LinkedIn Post. I have put some notes next to some of the individuals so you could know their relationship to Mark. In summary, they came from around the world, because Mark was such a global leader that so may clients and colleagues counted on for clarity and vision for how to run their governments.
LinkedIn Post
Today I learned from his wife Ann, that Mark is now soaring with Angels, and I believe that. In my 40 year career, Mark was the Best. I traveled the world with Mark. A Brilliant ‘Oxford’ Man, someone who was often the smartest person in the room, but was humble and wise. I am blessed to have called him a dear friend and colleague. And now his pain and suffering has ended. Soar Mark, you have earned the rest.
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Thank you for taking time to share your admiration, memories, condolences and love. These will be shared with Ann. She is comforted by each of these remembrances and learning more of Mark’s significant impact - personally and professionally - on so many. A life so well lived!
Gerard Mooney
Gerry was our Global Government GM at IBM who brought Mark into our Organization as Director of Strategy. Gerry trusted and so admired Mark’s Intelligence and Vision.
Mark was the best of the best. Truly a wonderful human being that cared greatly for his fellow man and the world we all shared. He will be greatly missed.
Pam Kaplan
Pam was our VP for Marketing for a number of years. She counted on Mark to often be the ‘face’ of our Government Strategy publically.
I am just seeing this now and so saddened. I echo your other comments. There are no words. We enjoyed Mark’s intellect and his sense of humor. He always went out of his way to help others and will be missed
Cate Richards
Oh no! I am so sorry to see this!! Mark was so wonderful to work with in my IBM days! I learned so much from him, and had such a great time in our endeavors. Even in his passing he is caring about others. Please let his wife know how much he was loved by so many who worked with him!
Michelle Rudnicki
Indeed a sad moment. As Curtis Clark said, there was no one finer. A quality person and great teammate.
Georgia McIntyre
oh wow Curtis... I remember Mark! alwaysenergetic and thinking outside of the box... very sad. Beautiful tribute by his wife...
Jim Loving
Well said Curtis. I agree with everything you said. RIP.
Cindy Dalton
Cindy was our Manager of our Institute for Electronic Government in Washington. Mark was always one of her ‘go to’ when clients came from around the World for briefings. And often Mark would be invited to the Countries to meet with more clients. Mark was indeed amazing with clients..
So many great comments that describe Mark to a "T". Mark was one of those who talked to clients in the briefing center and could take them from where they were in their thinking, to where they needed to be from a strategy and technology perspective. He delivered good things to every client he spoke to. He will be missed. A true gentleman.
Maureen Carlin
Mark was a very kind and caring colleague. Sincere condolences to his family.
Perry Hartswick
RIP Mark. Your work has helped so many around the world. And now you have a well deserved rest.
Gene DePrez
Though it has been 15 years or so since I worked with Mark for a while on IBM client innovation and economic development initiatives I have fond memories of him and his strategic vision. Rest in peace my friend.
Lisa Mattivi
Thank you for sharing Curtis. As others have said, Mark was a wonderful person. He will be missed.
John Hogan
Sorry to hear this. RIP Mark. Thank you for letting us know Curtis
Jeffrey Rhoda
Honored to know and work with Mark. A true professional and a great guy.
Bert Jarreau
Bert was the VP for strategic partners at the US National Association of Counties. Mark engaged with him and the organization often of strategy. Bert knew him so well.
I’m so sorry to hear this. May he rest in peace.
Naveen Lamba
Rest in peace Mark. You were certainly one of the best.
Lynn Reyes
Mark was indeed that and more… a beautiful human being and friend. Heartfelt condolences to his family. Rest, Mark… seeyou on the other side.
Anand J Paul
It was always good to have Mark in a meeting to bring everyone to the real issues at hand. He was a key co-worker in the development of the public safety red guide. I will always have fond memories of Mark. My condolences to the family at this difficult time.
Ray Honeycutt
Curtis, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. He sounds like a great guy and a great friend.
Thomas Darcy
My sincerest condolences to you and your entire family. Mark always was the epitome of being a "gentleman and a scholar".
Peter Graham
How very sad, Mark was such a wonderful man and a great colleague. May he rest in peace.
Martin Duggan
Mark and I started at IBM at the same time and went through training together. He was brilliant and someone I learnt a lot from. RIP Mark
Peter Williams
Terribly sorry to hear that. I knew him well enough to know he was a great guy, for sure.
Jodi Samsa
I am so sad to see this. I have many fond memories of working with Mark and your description is spot on - often the smartest in the room but humble. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Jim Cortada
While the news is sad, his suffering is over. He was everything everyone is saying. When we worked together, I knew we would do good things well--and enjoy the experience. He was and is an example of what good people can do. But I am truly saddened. This news hurts.
Andy MacIsaac
Mark was a quality human being who was a joy to work with. He is now at peace. Prayers to all his friends and family.
Michael V Littlejohn
Mark was brilliant and caring. He will be missed.
Tedi Wells
Thank you for sharing. Mark was brilliant and a joy to work with. RIP
Don Dejewski
Be at peace Mark
Riz Khaliq
Really sad to see this. Mark wan an amazing human and improved whatever he touched in his life. He will be missed. RIP Mark!
Ashish Cowlagi
So sorry to hear this news. Mark was a wonderful friend and colleague, and always had time for a kind word, no matter how busy things got.
Rest in Peace, Mark!
Annette Goulet
Mark was brilliant, thoughtful and collaborative. He shared his knowledge willingly and helped me learn. I will always be grateful to have worked alongside such an exceptional colleague. Curtis, please share my condolences with Ann and family.
Karen Parrish
Thank you for sharing this Curtis. Mark was a gem and left us too soon. My condolences to you and his family.
Jennifer Browne
Mark was such a kind, smart and humble yet charming man. So sorry to hear this news though glad his suffering is over.
Kunal Suryavanshi
Mark was a great consultant and wonderful human being. So sorry to hear this news.R.I.P., Mark. Sincere condolences to the family.
Anne Altman
Anne was our Global Public Sector GM for a number of years, and Mark was one of her most trusted colleagues on Vision and Strategy.
Oh my. I’m so deeply saddened by this news. Curtis your words are so well said.
Madhav Ragam
Madhav was our Primary colleague in the Asia Pacific region. They were very close and Madhavcounted on Mark so often with our clients.
Mark was a true gentleman and a great friend. He will be missed by all. RIP Mark.
Mike Fitzgerald
This is horrible, Mark was a great gentleman and smart as heck. RIP Mark
