I am saddened to learn of Mark’s passing. We met during some programs at the University  of Colorado and traveled together in China. Just a wonderful man and teacher. We kept in touch via Facebook and email as we both went onto retirement. It was always a pleasure to interact with him on many levels. Condolences to the family. He spoke of you often.

I am so sorry to find out so late, of Mark's passing. I was a student of Mark's in the early 70s at E. I. There are a few teachers in my life that have left their stamp and Mark was one of them. So much so that over that over the last 40+ years my thoughts return to his words, his tone of voice, his demeanor, and his sincerity. I am a historian; one, who, perhaps walked in to Room 101 as a natural. But from Mark's strategy of taking in the world past and present -- made me the historian I am now: with my books, with eyes, and with my heart. Thank you Mark, a real teacher, and later a friend. The memory of you will always be a blessing.  
Kate Tarlow Morgan, Elizabeth Irwin, 1972-76. 
katetarlowmorgan@gmail.com

Mark was such a good man and a swimming machine at Asphalt Green. Always there when the pool opened at 5:30 AM. Swam over an hour every day, and this was when he was in his 70's. An honor and a privilege in being your friend.-Your pal, Yoram Silagy

Condolences to your family. 
May he RIP🙏
It was an honour to have crossed paths with Mark. Great man. He has a special spot in my heart like my dad in heaven together. 
Marsha El Bayeh 
Sydney Australia

I'm so sorry to hear about Mark's passing. I graduated EI in 1972 and have very fond memories of Mark's history class. He was a lovely man. May his memory be a blessing to his family.

How lucky were we to have Mark as a teacher?!  Mark's willingness to change in service to what would help us learn the most and his humbleness was an amazing model for me - still think of all he taught me.  I will never forget how he to adapted his curriculum so that we were able to include walks around Soho galleries (in the early 80's!), discuss contemporary art and so much more that is still so valuable to me.  I treasure that class and the experiences we shared.  Thank you Mark and thanks to his family for sharing him.

Mark’s
Pure Joy at being able to celebrate Max and Caitlin’s wedding last January.

Mark was a great teacher, husband, father and friend. He was passionate about his students. It was wonderful listening to him tell stories about his kraft. His methods and philosophy of teaching enhanced his students to the point that they wouldn't let him retire when he wanted to. My heart goes out to his wife Linda, his family and the students that were lucky to be guided by his light..

Rest well, my dear friend 

Leslie ♥️🎆

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7 June, 1940 – 6 December, 2023

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