Where do I begin ,  He crossed my mind today and I found out he is gone .   I loved this human and I regret not staying in touch with him .  Lots of memories.  Cheers my good buddy,  to the countless basketball games ,  shots ,  business deals and late nights .      Dave Spivey  dspivey@ndslog.net

I just learned of Marc's passing and truthfully the wave of memories is flooding back to me over the last 12 hours.  

It must be close to 20 years since I last saw Marc, soon before Shealah and Marc moved to the US, I am truly sorry for this.

 My memories of Marc was that he was larger than life and had the ability to make any/everyone that he met feel recognized and important. I can think of seeing Marc bobbing towards us at Oktoberfest his smile and mop of blond hair visible across a thousand  people as he approached one hand in the air or outstretched for a handshake or hug and the other  firmly wrapped around Shealah. Every time we met it was like a great celebration, he genuinely had interest on what I was doing or done and what was happening. 

My other memory was taking him windsurfing , he had never tried before and was determined. His pure athleticism and strength let him achieve in an hour what most people would take a year to do, I see him hooting and hollering to us on shore as he would sail by, each time faster and more confident and fighting with him to pack up after dark with him taking off for "one more run". His adrenaline was as intoxicating for him as he learned a new sport as it was for us watching from the shore and knowing that we couldn't  feel more excitement than what he was having we just let him keep going and going.

Though it has been many years I reflect on Marc as someone who lived without regrets, my regret was letting him slip out of our lives. 

Rest In Peace Whiskey

My deepest condolences to my dear friend Shealah and to Christine and Eugene, never have I been more shocked and saddened by the loss of a true friend like Marc. We first met at Sheridan College playing for the Bruins basketball team, I being a two season vet in OCAA play and Marc the rookie fresh out of St. Jerome's high school. The very first practice there was a lot of physicality between us as Marc was trying to show Coach Wayne what he was made of and me the veteran 4 man. I think during the course of that practice I managed to throw Marc to the floor a couple of times, nothing malicious just playing hard.  I think I shocked Marc a bit but he would get up hold his hand out and I slapped it and we kept playing, harder than before, feeding off each other's energy and desire to win...after practice Marc approached me with his big smile, shook my hand and asked if I wanted to go for a beer, the start of one of the most meaningful friendships I've ever had.  We were a pretty good 4, 5 man combo and we would both go on to be first team All Ontario all stars and together with a lot of other awesome teammates would go on to defend our OCAA title and run the table in the National tourney and win the CCAA national championship, and we remain the last Bruin side to do so since 1990 (a fact all us old Bruins still like).  Marc, Shea and I would remain tight friends for many years after that, sometimes sharing living accommodations (remember that Spring St. house Shea?) or at least living in the same city. Canoe trips to Algonquin Park, ski trips to Quebec, Colorado, road trips to Lake Simcoe and Point Clark to catch up with fiends and party on the beach, so many adventures, and a lot of basketball.  And the way Eugene and Christine would put up with our antics! Eugene would grab me by the shoulder (I'm 6"5" 230lbs) and shake me around like a doll with that Wysocki smile and Christine showing up at all hours or where ever we were with platters of food, being the loving mother that she is. Then as it happens, people go off in different directions, there were years where I did leave Ontario for BC and New Zealand, Marc and Shea to Houston and Calgary, but we made huge efforts to stay in touch and see each other when we could. I was married in Auckland and Marc and Shea flew in from Houston, Texas for 48 hrs to be there! Such was the man, a devoted friend. I feel so fortunate to have known Marc and share a very impactive part of my life with him, his family, our friends and fellow Bruins. Love you like a brother Marc and miss you, rest easy see you on the other side.

One of the most wonderful memories we have of Marc is when he showed up to our traditional Polish Christmas eve meal dressed as Santa Claus.  Marc was so excited to surprise all the young children in the family. They were at first a little hesitant … for who knew that Santa was so BIG.  Through their awe and delight of meeting and getting early presents from Santa, they did not notice how his red suit was so very small and tight on him – which kept all the adults laughing through the night. I also remember how entertained my grandfather, Dziadzia Joe was by the whole gesture.  Marc made this evening such a joy and memory for us all.    Will miss your tight hugs Marc! Sending our very sincere condolences and love to Shealah, Ciocia Kris and Eugene.

Our most sincere condolences to you Shealah, Ciocia Krys and Uncle Eugene....we have so many great memories of Marc and will share them all with you when we are able to get together.  I will remember our dear cousin Marc as the always smiling, always happy, gentle soul that he was .  He lived his life to the fullest...I will miss his smile and his big bear hugs at every family gathering.   Rest In Peace my dear cousin, we will miss you so much...Diana and Derrick xoxo

To the entire Wysocki Family please accept my sincere condolences and prayers in Marc’s passing. 

I was a high school basketball teammate of Marc’s and can recall meeting all 6-6 of him on his first day at St Jerome’s...I thought “Hallelujah we got a Center!” Getting to know him...he always had a daring zeal for life that played out much taller than his physical presence. 

Two stories stand out about Marc. 

We were playing a road game at Elmira and we both came out early for warm-ups. We had a standing order from Coach TK; ”No hanging on the rims.” That was like an invitation to Marc...and two passes later he joined Darryl Dawkins as one of a few players to shatter a glass backboard. I got scolded and a omehow Marc’s affable smile got him out of trouble and the only flack he really got out of it was notoriety from a local sports columnist.

Later in the year, we had our annual Grade 12 trip to Algonquin Park where we canoed and camped for a week on our own. Half the year in this PE class was spent studying safety measures, preparing meals to cook, and efficiency in travelling before we headed north. I’m pretty sure he went with me because I was skinny—and lighter in the canoe. From the get-go we knew we were going to do the trip our way...we packed bacon wrapped filets instead of hot dogs, we gave the teachers fits showing up late to our camp site because we decided to follow a huge moose, we climbed to the highest island rock to camp so we’d see the sunset, smoked winetips and snuck in some booze to enjoy by the campfire. It was a coming of age trip and I’m grateful to have shared it with him. 

Though we lost touch after high school his imprint on me today is everclear—“Always live life to its fullest.”  From my time with him I can say he did. I’m toasting you tonight in the spirit of an Irish wake...Cheers Marc! 

Rob Preiditsch 
Charleston, SC


Marc, My brother from another mother so much time passed that we haven’t seen each other. We shared so much memories Marc growing up, I  will cherish every memory with laughter with a glass of wine, beer or whiskey. Marc you’ve always lived-life to the fullest. My brother my prayers go out to your mom and Eugene and sheila. To one day we will meet again play a round of golf, play basketball, snowboard, camp, portage play pool or just sit back split a pitcher of beer love   Tony Tavares 

Our deepest condolences to you Shealah and the entire family.  Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache but we are sending you love and strength, and will keep you in our thoughts & prayers. 
Love,
Lina & Joe 

Dear Shealah, no words will ever fill this void but know that he is so proud of the wonderful Love that you were to him.  Sending you strength and peace xoxo Caroline Accardi

So very sorry to hear about the loss of Marc.  No words we can say will make you feel better.  But our condolences.  Stay strong & big hugs.
Brad & Nathan 

To the Wysocki family, please accept my condolences. I have great memories of the pleasure I had playing with Marc at Sheridan. He was such a great spirit and teammate to have played and win a championship with as a Bruin. Even though, I only had the luxury of playing with him for one season he was always a great person to be around, on and off campus. May he rest well and in peace.
Rudy Donick


My condolences Shealah. My Uncle Tom sent me a message about your husband's passing and I wanted to reach out. Losing a loved one is always devastating. My sympathies to your entire family.

Our sincere condolences for your loss. I attended St. Jeromes High School in Kitchener, Ontario and I played on  senior boys basketball team with Mark. His leadership, drive and energy were always present. A great teammate and a great guy. He will be missed by many.

I had the privilege of coaching Marc at St. Jerome's High School in Kitchener from 1986 - 88 and we were fortunate enough to win the Ontario Championship in 1988. I remember him as a charismatic, intelligent , affable, fun loving young man who was a great friend and teammate. As a player he was extremely talented, hard working and competitive. He was an integral part of our success and a joy to coach  - you could turn him loose and watch him get the job done. He did everything full out and always made a difference and I'm sure he lived his life to the fullest. My sincere condolences to his family.
Tom Kieswetter

I had the pleasure of coaching Marc for one season, and then celebrating his career at a variety Bruin events over the years. His energy, his smile and his enthusiasm for life created a glow around him that was hard to miss. On behalf of the Sheridan Bruin family, thank you Marc! You were a gift that is gone too soon.

Jim Flack
Director of Athletics
Sheridan

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Mark Wysocki

March 26, 1970 – April 12, 2021

Gilbert MacIntyre & Son Dublin Chapel

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