I met Mark when he was 26 and we quickly became good friends.  For 3-4 years, we golfed pretty much every weekend, usually twice.  We played hockey as well, and he saved me once in a fight.  He was tough and he had an edge, but it was a good tough and a good edge. He was very perceptive and smart. I called him every year on his birthday.  The last time we spoke was February 7th and we talked for well over an hour.  I will miss him. He was a good guy.

Mark and I go back to Calgary Hornets Rugby in the early 80's. We shared a lot of activities and laughs over the years. Mark and I enjoyed each other's good Irish humour, part of which is you only abuse your friends; there is an honesty in this you only share with a few people. He is sorely missed.
My deepest sympathy to Martha, Laura and Logan.
Sincerely,
Dennis Johnston

A month and a half after hearing the sad news, it is still hard to comprehend.  Still, not a day goes by where we don't think of a memory, a funny story or a saying of his.  I met Mark in 1984 in my first full-time job, a day after moving to Calgary.  There have been lots of good times, including the memorable whitewater rafting trip on the Kicking Horse river, where The Camper Brothers moniker was coined (the first photo was on the road home, trying to retrieve a misplaced bottle of Scotch in Banff; they look so hopeful), and more recent trips like skiing in the Rockies in 2022 and NYC just last Sept.   He jumped in with both feet wherever he was - playing rugby, golfing, skiing, sailing on race nights in TO, etc.   Time with Mark was always entertaining, with his quick wit and funny banter.  He was well-read, and we sometimes exchanged book titles - and more than a few opinions.  He was one of the smartest people I knew, and engaged in the world around him. 
Martha, Laura and Logan - we are continuing to keep you in our thoughts.

Martha, Laura and Logan, it is with a heavy heart and shock that I pass on my condolences. 

The world will be a much less interesting place without Mark. I have many indelible memories thanks to Marks incredible whit and exceptional observation skills. I still pass Mark's core values and rules for life to those I care about most.  Mark was an old soul with much wisdom and humour to share and I will greatly miss that. I owe Mark a debt as he introduced me to my wife and for that I am eternally grateful.  

"In their absence, you'll find a presence—something they've left behind that will stay with you forever." Truer words could not be spoken about "Browner"

Murray and Cecile Henderson

Martha, Laura, and Logan, it was with deep sadness and shock that I learned of Mark's sudden passing. I grew up with Mark in Bedford, and like so many others, have good memories of Mark through school and playing hockey. We shared a house together in Calgary in the early 80's, and I smile when I think of the many witty and sage comments to come from him. Mark had a larger-than-life personality, and you always knew when he was around. He will be missed, but never forgotten. My deepest condolences.

Martha, Laura, and Logan

I am deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared together and may his legacy live on through Laura and Logan. My thoughts are with you as you navigate through this painful loss. May you find strength and peace in the days ahead. 

Denise Madden

I just got back from playing hockey myself and was shocked to read of Mark’s passing. He was generous with his time and talent when we worked together  at Emera and we shared time in the stands watching our boys play hockey together for the Blues. Our deepest sympathies to the family. God rest his soul.
Rob, Cathleen and Isaac Belliveau

Martha and Family,
I send you my deepest heartfelt condolences at the passing of Mark. It was such a shock, which even now is very hard to believe. Mark will be sorely missed by all who knew him. 
It was only in October last, that we had lunch during one of my visits to Bedford. Over the 3 hours we straighten out Federal and Provincial politics and the Newfoundland Oil and Gas strategy. 
For over 3 years Mark and I worked together on the Maple LNG import terminal and gas distribution system. The project was permitted and ready to proceed before the bottom fell out of the gas market and we shut up shop in 2010.
I knew Mark to be an expert in his field, a true team player, mentor for the younger members of our team, and a good friend. His passing came many years too soon.
Martha, Laura and Logan my thoughts are with you during these most difficult times.

Condolences to the Brown Family, I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. The rugby community in Calgary is not very large and news was passed on to me from one of Mark's older friends. Along with myself we were both involved with the Hornets Rugby Club in the early 80's. Mark joined the Hornets shortly after arriving in Calgary where he enjoyed playing having a beer or two @ the Hornet's Clubhouse " Hive ll" on the west end of downtown.
The enclosed photo was taken on Nov 15th, 1982 prior to our match vs. the Houston Strikers while Hornets were on a rugby tour of Texas. Several Hornet members in this photo would have greeted Mark at the pearly gates when he arrived.

It's with a heavy heart that I write this.  I knew Mark for nearly 40 years.  We worked together for TransCanada PipeLines in Toronto and Heritage Gas in Halifax.  He was smart, energetic and fun to be around.  A great guy!  He was the real deal.  He loved his family!  Our thoughts and prayers are with you Martha, Laura and Logan.

To the Brown family. I was so surprised and saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers to all.  Darlene and Jordan Swinney.

Dear Martha, Laura and Logan

I was deeply shocked and saddened to hear about Mark's passing.  We had been on an annual guys golf trip only a month before and, as usual, his presence brought laughter and joy to those around him. His sharp sense of humor and wit made every trip memorable.  He was one of my favorite people and I am glad I had to privilege to know him for over 30 years. He will be greatly missed. Please know that my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

With heartfelt sympathy,
Greg Shea

Dear Martha, Logan and Laura,

Our deepest sympathies. Thinking of you all during these very difficult times and sending hugs .

Christi, Ryan and Morgan

Dear Martha, Logan and Laura
Deepest Condolences from both Dora and I and from the Geddes family. I knew Mark since  our childhood and have many fond memories of shared experiences and always enjoyed his sharp wit and quips. I will always remember his laugh and his true friendship. Every time I ran into Mark it was as if no time had passed.Mark will be missed greatly by all . Thoughts and Prayers, Darrell &Dora

Martha, Logan and Laura . 
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
I have so many fond memories of coaching and playing hockey with Mark throughout the years !

Condolences Bob and Arlene Bryan .

Martha, Laura and Logan, my deepest sympathies and thoughts are with you all at this time. I knew Mark since we were toddlers (my grandmother babysat Mark) and through school and hockey. Many found memories from our youth and meetings in later years. A wonderful person who will be missed by so many.

My deepest and most sincere condolences to Marks Family. I had the pleasure of knowing Mark since childhood in Bedford.  We shared a few rounds of golf together and he never tormented my inability to play the game well. We've shared beers and wings over the years and a few good stories. I will truly miss him.

Martha,
I was so saddened to hear of Mark’s passing.  I remember fondly you sharing wonderful stories of Mark during our teaching days at Kingswood.   You will be in my thoughts and prayers during these difficult days.  Words are inadequate to express my heartfelt sympathy 
Hugs 
Gloria Clarke

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and dad….Mark was a great addition to our hockey games on Thursday afternoons…he will be missed …..

Gary Greeley and The Thursday afternoon Hockey Guys
Donation made to The Heart and Stroke Foundation on behalf of his hockey buddies in Mark’s honor…

Martha, Laura and Logan:

Please know that we are thinking of your family and wish to convey our sincere sympathy. May your personal memories of Mark, as your husband and father, bring each of you comfort. 

With profound empathy,

Alan, Jennifer, Shannon, David & Jason

My deepest condolences to Mark's family on  your great loss.
Mark was a fabulous guy.  We met at Mount A, living side by side on a crazy residence floor and growing up having lots of fun.  I loved Mark's frankness and biting wit.  He was always so much more street smart than I was and just knew things.  We connected very much later and it was like no time had passed. ......

Dear Martha, Laura and Logan,

We are so very sorry for your loss.  Louise and I got to know Mark well from playing many rounds of golf with him at Oakfield. Also being neighbors kept us in touch that much more. He will be missed.  Our hearts go out to you.

Martha,
We were very sorry to hear of Mark's sudden and unexpected passing.  He was very proud of his family and always spoke very highly of you and Laura and Logan.  Our deepest condolences.
Sincerlely,
Robert and Tammy Broussard

So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. A Bedford boy gone to soon. I reconnected with Mark on his return to Bedford and enjoyed a beer or two at the yacht club.

Our families were intertwined when we were growing up and while we lost touch it was great to see him back in Bedford.

My condolences to Martha and family. While this will be a great loss take some solace that he was doing what he loved to do when he passed.

Martha, Laura and Logan

We are all so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Mark. Thinking about all of you at this difficult time.

Smitty, Augusta, Beth & Darcy

My deepest condolences to Marks family, we were friends at Mt A, and even though we didn’t see each other for years these friendships last forever . Another Maritimer that made this Montrealer feel right at home . I will never forget those wonderful years and the great memories we had .

To the Brown family: my sincere condolences. I grew up down the road from Mark and have many fond memories of growing up on Shore Drive and playing ‘ground’ hockey among other activities. Mark was in my class at Dartmouth Academy and I have memories of his time with me there. When we were around 12 years old I invited Mark over for a sleep over. The next morning, my dad (Keith) who was known in the community for having a strict health regimen, made us all take cold showers, including Mark. Despite his protests and attempts to jump out, my dad made Mark complete the full cold shower experience. Mark never came back for a sleep over again! 
I reconnected with Mark in Calgary, in the 1990’s where we both were active in the resource sector and had friends in common. We periodically kept in touch after that.
So sorry to hear of his sudden passing and loss.
My love to the Brown family.

I am so sorry to hear this news. My most sincere condolences to Mark’s family. 
I am very lucky to be part of the Bedford Boys golf group. 
We played many rounds together in South Carolina & at Oakfield. 
Golf would often be followed by beer, wings & many great laughs and stories. 
Mark will always be part of the Oakfield family.

Martha, Laura and Logan,
Fiona, Meighan, Callum and I send our deepest condolences.
Mark was a great friend and a true "Old Bedford Boy".
Mark could be sarcastic, had a quick wit and a cutting sense of humour. Perfect! An easy guy to spend time with.
Mark will be remembered both fondly and frequently.
Lindsay

Martha, Laura and Logan,
     My heart goes out to you all.  I can't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss.  Since hearing of his passing I have spent a lot of time reflecting on the time I spent with Mark on the ice, golf course and of course on the water.  Mark's huge personality resulted in many memories flooding back to me causing me to burst out in laughter.  While many of these memories came from group settings (while playing hockey together or watching the boys play hockey or lacrosse), some of the best memories come from the significant time we spent racing together on the water.  Sailing resulted in many instances of yelling at other racers, the odd argument with each other and many, many laughs. All great memories,  however some of the best moments we spent together was after the racing was over. While relaxing on the boat and of course sipping and Olands, we would chat about the race, other sports, politics and of course family.  These are the memories with Mark that I will cherish most.  
Please know that Mark will never be forgotten. 

Scott

Martha, Laura and Logan,

Our hearts are broken for you.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending you all our love. 

Lynne, Joe, Mairead, Declan and Ciaran

Martha and family so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, my sincere condolences..Mona Kelly…Jen Cooke’s Mom xx

Martha, Laura and Logan,
 I am truly sorry for your loss and want to express my deepest condolences. Mark will be missed.
It will not seem the same on the course this year waiting on the first tee for Mark to make his last minute entrance.
Dave Baur

Martha, Laura and Logan,

We are so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. We know your memories will comfort you in these coming months. 

Sincerest Sympathies,

Beth and Diane Hawco

Martha I’m so sorry for your loss.  Mark was always so friendly at the many soccer and basketball games cheering for our girls and he always had a big hello whenever I ran into him at Pete’s.  Thinking of you Logan and Laura ❤️  Margaret and Tim

Martha, Laura and Logan,
We are so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We are thinking of you at this sad time. We hope that the kind words and fond memories shared of Mark will be of some comfort to you.
Joanne and Kate Walker

Martha. We are very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you, Laura and Logan.

47 years ago last month Mark saved my life. I had sailed my ice boat off the edge of the ice in the Basin way out past the Island and Mark and some friends were playing hockey up in long cove. Every now and then the puck would come out and I could see people between the Island and the point so I would wave. When my waving days were nearly done Mark saw me and was the first one to get to me. When I had his hockey stick in my hand I knew I was going to make it. I have never and will never forget him. My daughter was born about 3 weeks later.
 Bob Boutilier

Martha, Laura and Logan

So sorry for your loss. What a horrible shock. Great family man and great friend.  Great sense of humor though sometime inappropriate. When Kim and I got married he was the guy in the church that yelled out "atta boy Heathen". I heard that nickname for the first time I joined Mark and Jon Gale at Trueman House at Mount A for a party weekend. It stuck at least on campus and with those two. He will be sorely missed and not forgotten.

Scott and Kim Boyle

Martha and family it was very shocking  to hear of Mark’s passing . our deepest condolences to you and your family . He will be greatly missed .

Martha, Laura & Logan,

I was shocked to hear of Mark’s sudden passing.  I have known Mark for 20 years and worked every day with him on the Maple LNG and Goldboro LNG projects.  He was a mentor, colleague and a good friend, his office door was always open.  Even after I retired, if I text him, he would reply.  Mark was one of the smartest people I knew.
I can’t believe he’s gone.  Rest easy my friend!

My sincere condolences to you all at this very difficult time, take comfort in your memories and each other.

Bonnie Sheppard

So very sorry to hear of Marks passing. I knew him for over 50 years. WE played Minor Hockey and went to school together. God Love him. All prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends. He was such a very nice man.

Martha, Laura and Logan,

My deepest condolences to your family.  I enjoyed working with Mark on the Goldboro LNG Project bringing business development and the environment together.  We stayed in contact, often chatting about family, and friends.  I will miss his great wisdom and wit.

Barb Bryden

Martha Logan and Laura 

Mark worked with me at TransCanada in Calgary in the 1990’s .     He was very successful in dealing with customers and had a real knack for knowing how to close a deal. 
He was a great leader within the group with his own unique style . 
I often said that if I absolutely needed to get a major deal done, then Mark was the one I would choose to work with me. 
Mark was fun to travel with as well.   

  I saw Mark about  2 years ago in Palm Desert at a golf event.   It was fun to reconnect with Mark. He was very proud of his family and how well everyone was doing .    We will miss him .
My condolences to you 

Steve Becker

Martha, Logan and Laura
We are so very saddened at the sudden passing of Mark. We cherish the warm memories of both hockey and lacrosse at the rink. A wonderful husband and dear father, Mark will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you all.

Tom, Kim, Caroline and Connor

To Martha, Logan and Laura,  Our deepest condolences on Mark's sudden passing.  We know that Mark touched the lives of so many people and will be missed by all.  Take good care.  Love Jeannie and Gary.

Dear Martha, Laura and Logan
We want to express our deepest sympathies at the passing of Mark.
For over 40 years Mark was a great friend of ours. His wit, charm and great stories always made him welcome in our house. Together we enjoyed our 20's and 30's,  survived many adventures together and remained close friends across the country.  Mark will be greatly missed.

Dear Martha, Laura and Logan,

I'm so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Thinking of you.

Lorraine

Dear Martha, Laura & Logan,

There are no appropriate comforting words to express with the sudden loss of your beloved father and husband, Mark. Our family thinks and speaks of all of you coping with this shock. We send our heartfelt condolences and hope we can be of some help in the future.

Margot, Ivan, Melanie & Adam Toner

Martha , Laura and Logan,

We were so sad to hear of Mark’s sudden passing . 
 May you find comfort in all your special memories that you shared .

Jacalyn , Richard , Nolan , Victoria , Hanna and Ella

Dear Martha, Logan & Laura:

What a huge loss, in Mark’s passing.  We are still trying to accept it.

Our first encounter with Mark was in 1977 when Mark and Dan were first year room mates in Top West Trueman at Mount Allison University.  We have best friends ever since.  Mark, like his mother and siblings, was an erudite character extraordinaire.  He filled the room with his magnetic personality and sharp wit.  You second guessed his recitation of the facts at your peril.  He did not lose bets.  It was a lot of fun to be in his presence.  He was a great friend and he is already sorely missed.  

Please accept our deepest heartfelt condolences.

Martha  and family it was very sad to hear of Mark’s passing . My deepest condolences .

Don Cameron .

Martha, Laura and Logan
So sorry to hear about Mark’s sudden passing. Thinking of you.  
Lynn, Connor and Max

Martha, Laura, and Logan,
Our hearts are heavy and our thoughts & warm wishes are with you and your family as you face the sudden loss of Mark.
May your memories and the company of family and friends sharing their treasured memories of Mark ease your pain during this difficult time.
Our sincere condolences,
Blake, Joanne, Makenzie, Wesley & Samuel

So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing.  I had the pleasure of getting to know Mark through his work on both Maple LNG and Goldboro LNG and time spent travelling to promote and advocate for both. Mark was a strong voice for a better Province and Country- he will be greatly missed. Condolences to family.  
Gordon / Carmel MacDonald

Martha, Laura, Logan, and Family:

We are so very sorry for your loss.  Please accept our deepest condolences.  

May Mark rest in peace,

Greg and Amy Glynn

To the Brown Family:

Mutual friend Dan Horner tracked me down and gave me the sad news about Mark's passing. From what Dan said Mark was doing what he loved, playing hockey. I met Mark, aka City Boy, at Mt. A in the 70's. We became great friends, even hitchhiking to his home for a weekend. We had a large group of  friends at Mt. A, quite a clique actually,  and a bunch of us got together twice in St. Andrews a few years ago. This is a very sad time for all. You have my sincere condolences. Mark will be missed. 
Tony Smith, Mount Desert, Maine
Mt. A. Class of '79

Dear Martha, Logan and Laura

Our hearts are breaking for you over the sudden loss of Mark. Please accept our most sincere condolances and we hope that friends and family can bring you some level of comfort during these heartbreaking days.

Margaret, Peter and Aaron

To Mark's Family,

I am sorry for your loss.

I was lucky enough to play Old Timers Hockey with Mark in Toronto 30 years ago.  He was a very funny guy...I still remember sharing a room with him at a tournament in Belleville. He was a smart guy for locking me out of our room so he could get a good nights sleep! I was absolutely shocked to hear the news as a LinkedIn post had popped up from him the day before about Politics in Nova Scotia.

Rest in Peace Mark,

Peter Kearney

Dear Mark,
May you rest in Peace and Joy.

Martha and family, I am so saddened to hear of Marks untimely passing. My sincere sympathy to all.
Maisie Lugar

Martha, Logan and Laura.                                     We are very sad to hear about Mark’s passing.  Our hearts and prayers are with you.                                                                                             Jackie, Mark, Aidan and Brennan McCracken

Dear Martha and Family,
Mark was a very important part of my life for a very long time.  He was a brilliant man wth an incredible sense of humor and a great friend.  He was larger than life and legendry amongst his many friends on the Toronto version of the Judique Flyers hockey team .  We drifted apart as you moved east and we moved south but that did not diminish the special place he holds in my life.   Brownie will be deeply missed by many. 

We extend our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Hugs from Dave and Cynthia MacEachern

As the “Three Amigos” (Mark, Dave MacEachern and I) we spent much of our late 20’s enthusiastically enjoying Toronto’s night-life after Saturday night hockey with the Flyers.
Many years after he moved back East, “Brownisms” are still quoted by his friends in Toronto rink dressing rooms and pubs.
I can’t believe he’s gone. We’ll miss him dearly.
Dave Taylor & Julie Brown

Martha, We were so saddened to hear about Mark’s passing this week.  Our deepest condolences! Sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you, Laura and Logan during this tough time.  He will be missed 💔.  

Take care Martha ❤️

Denise and Kevin

Dear Martha and Family

I was just texting thru Linkedin on Sunday with Brownie about playing golf this summer when I am back in New Brunswick. We had so many good times with Brownie playing hockey and golf in Toronto and hanging out, I know all of us will miss him tremendously. 

Please take care

Mark and Trudy Welton

Martha,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family. You are all in my prayers. My deepest condolences.

Dear Martha,

I was deeply saddened to hear about Mark’s sudden passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers  for your comfort and strength.

Mary Knox

Martha , I was in such shock when I was told of Mark's sudden passing as we all are. Mark grew up close to our family in "old" Bedford with our lives connected  especially with his mom Eileen. Mom and I are sending all our hugs and love to you and the children. Our sympathy to all of you.

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Mark Brown

February 6, 1960 – February 22, 2024

JA Snow Funeral Home

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