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Mark touched the hearts of so many in the world, simply by the way he lived.  We loved and admired his compassion for all people, his fierce love of animals, his interest and knowledge of all things “sports” and “history” related, his Joie de Vivre and his ability to always make us laugh.

 

 

Mark lived passionately;

 He experienced life adventurously;

 He loved us completely;

 And he fought so hard to be well again, oh so bravely.

 Mark made the world a better place.

 Sadly, Mark passed away on August 13, 2015 in the comfort of his home.

 Mark was surrounded by family including his wife Carrie Campbell, his children Sam Reid, Alex Reid and Josh Campbell-Kelman, his parents Paul and Liz Reid, his siblings Paula Harrell (Brian Harrell), Barry Reid and Michael Reid and his first wife Dayna Reid.

 

Offering much love and support always were his nieces and nephews Fabio Guglielmi, Jason Harrell, Jordan Harrell, Emmerson Reid, Nicholas Reid and Michaela Bohn Reid.  In so many ways Mark’s friends and extended family brought him comfort and love as well. 

 

Please join us in celebrating Mark’s life on Sunday, August 30, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Muskoka Room at the Mark O’Meara Club House.

 

If you wish to make a donation in Mark’s honour, please do so either to the RVH Cancer Centre or by sponsoring Alex Reid, Dayna Reid, Carrie Campbell or the team “Cancer Crusaders” on One Walk, taking place September 12, 2015, benefitting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, which Carrie, Alex and Dayna will walk in Mark’s honour.  

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  1. I would like to add my thanks to Carrie for our call today and everything that you shared with me about Mark during our telecon. Thank you for sharing. It was clear to me after our chat that you loved and cared for Mark deeply. As I said in my original note below, Mark was a golden and unique human being and although I am saddened that we never reconnected in our latter years due to our diverging paths, I am nonetheless grateful that we had the special times that we had together 30 years ago. I look forward to meeting you Carrie when I come to Huntsville next week to visit Paul and Liz and to discussing our shared affection and fond memories of Mark. See you soon. Neil

  2. I just learned this news today and I have been shocked and saddened all day long. I met Mark in 1985 when we were both first year law students at UWO. We became fast friends. In my second year of UWO law, Mark decided to travel abroad and so we did not study together for my 2nd year. But when he came back for his 2nd year and my 3rd year at UWO, we immediately reconnected and had a great time studying together, playing sports and socializing.After law school, we worked and lived together for a while in Toronto when he was a third year student and I was articling. After we both got called to Bar, we went our separate ways. I went to the Middle East to work and he went to Huntsville to start a law practice.
    All of the comments in this condolence book about Mark being a very special person are true. He was a fantastic person and I regret very much that I never reconnected with him. I thought of it many times after I returned to Canada from Middle East 7 years ago- but I never did- and I regret it. Mark was a gem and he touched me deeply for the 5 years that we walked together on our journeys of life. The lesson for me in this is this: never wait to reconnect with a special person who has touched your life and been important to you in the past. I am so sad that I did not do this- because I am sure we would have had a wonderful reunion and I would have been able to say goodbye to him properly when he left us. I will now never have this chance. I send my thoughts and sincere condolences to his parents who I knew and remember well- as well as to Dayna and Mark’s siblings. Neil

  3. Carrie, we are so sorry to hear about Mark. We just found out today (Sep 26). Peter and I send you our warmest thoughts and pray for your strength through this most difficult time. His love will live on forever.
    Mary & Peter

  4. I will truly miss Mark’s warmth and sense of humour. His stories always were told with such a wonderful smile and with such honest humility. I will miss his presence in the courts.Carrie, I wish you comfort now and in the days to come.

    Dave

  6. Carrie and family..we are so sorry to hear this news. Please accept our condolences.

  7. Very sorry to hear about Mark’s passing.My thoughts and the thoughts of my family are with you at this trying time.
    Will always think fondly of Mark, his sense of humour, compassion and willingness to take a stand for what was right

  9. Carrie and family, our hearts go out to you at this time. Marks was a truly valued colleague and I will mis him in the courts. please know that Beth and I are thinking of you

  11. We fondly remember “Ritz””. Condolences to the whole Reid family. Take care of each other. Dean

  12. Dear Liz, Paul and Family – We are so very saddened by the news of Mark’s passing. Thinking of you often at this most difficult time.

  13. To Carrie and all of Mark’s family. I am so sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to all of you. I will miss Mark as a colleague and a friend. I am truly saddened. Lyndsay Jeanes

  15. My sincere condolences to Carrie and family…Mark was truly a remarkable and passionate man, who will be missed by many.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  16. to mark reids family so sorry for your loss .he was a very good man.i just met him a few years ago but my husband new him quite well and like we both said this will be a great loss to the community bill and marilyn newton r.i.p. mark

  17. Liz, Paul and family, we are so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time

  19. Carrie – Steve and I are thinking of you and your family at this time. Mark will be greatly missed by all.

  20. Paula and Brian, our hearts go out to you and your family at this most difficult time, we are so sorry for your loss.

  21. Dear Alex and Family, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I only met your dad one time when we were moving you and Lara into your new apartment last year. Your dad had a great sense of humour, despite all the challenges that were encountered during that move.
    I hope you find comfort in all the good memories you have of your dad.

    With Deep Sympathy,
    Lisa Baker, Lara, and Emily

  22. Carrie and family..I am so sorry to hear this news. Please accept my love and thoughts.(Donna from MORE FM)

  23. Dear Carrie and Mark’s extended family – Wishing you strength and love during this time of your grief. I’m sure Mark’s “journey”” will inspire many of us to live our lives the way he wanted and the way he did.”

  24. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We only recently heard of Mark’s struggle. You will have so many 0469wonderful memories to treasure as you go through this next chapter. Our thoughts are with you at such a difficult time.

  25. Our hearts go out to your family at this most difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you.Mary Spring and family.

  27. While I didn’t know Mark very well, I knew him well enough to know that he was well respected and admired. I am very sorry for your loss.

  28. I remember being on a ‘Monday night’ basketball team with Mark. He was a terrific teammate! He was super talented, and more importantly, he made sure the rest of us were all having fun. He always had our backs. My sincere condolences to Mark’s family and close friends.

  29. What a shock to learn of Mark’s passing. What a wonderful, kind compassionate man. A true professional who helped all that needed his expertise. Please accept our families condolences . The Muller Family.

  30. We are very sorry for your loss ,Mark will be missed greatly.His laughter will be missed most of all .Our prayers are with you.Jack Griffiths and Lynn Kelly

  31. With sad and heavy hearts,we say good-bye to a friend..Peace Be With You Mark..and to your family..

  32. With sad and heavy hearts,we say good-bye to another friend..Peace be with you Mark and to your family..

  33. Although I only met Mark recently, his kindness and genuine nature resonated with me. My condolences to his family during this very sad time.

  34. Dear Paul and LizOur sincere sympathy on the loss of your wonderfull son, Mark.
    You are both in our thoughts and our hearts.

  35. Very sorry to hear about your loss, although I did not know Mark I can feel the love and happiness that he gave to his family and friends. His spirit will always live in all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  36. Sorry for you loss, I worked with Mark at McDonalds back in Highschool. Had lots of fun working with him. Always liked Mark, He was down to earth. Will be missed Sherwood MacLeod

  37. To the Reid family:Please accept our sincere condolences. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
    Doug & Sharon

  38. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.Joan, Jamie & Cody Holmes

  39. So very sorry for your loss. Mark will be missed by so many of his family & friends. With Our Deepest Sympathies,
    Michelle, Shakir & Omar

  40. Wishing You Strength for today and hope for tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  41. He was my lawyer in my divorce from my ex…and he also did my house deal both in purchasing and in selling when we moved further North..our condolences to the family so sorry for your loss he was a great man both professionaly and personally our hearts go out to you

  42. My deepest condolences to Mark’s Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you it this time. So sorry!

  43. Dear Alex, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. I only met your dad one time when we were moving you and all the challenges that were encountered during that move.
    I hope you find comfort in all the good memories you have of your dad.

    With Deep Sympathy,
    Lisa Baker, Lara, and Emily

  44. My heart hurts to hear of Mark passing, i havent seen him for long time but will always remember him, he was so sweet, I want you the family to know i am thinking of you and caring so much at this really sad timepeggy

  45. Was sad for all to hear Mark had passed. It wad an honour to know him. Peace and strength to the entire family
    C

  46. Our hearts are heavy for you and Liz Paul, and Mark’s family. Please accept our condolences and know how his death has affected your New Brunswick family. We keep you in our prayers and wish it could have turned out differently . God Bless both of you. xoxo

  50. Mark was a man who made a difference in the people and world around him . I appreciated fine spirit and support as both my lawyer and former student. He will be missed by all his friends and clients. My condolences to his family Ted Mercer

  51. So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing, my heart goes out to his family. My thoughts are with you as you bravely go forth.

  53. So sorry for the loss of your Loved one, such a good person, My Son went to school with Mark, were friends when they were young. Jeff Underdown I will let him know his fight is over, Peace will be with him. Sincerely Underdowns & Cornwell Family

  54. I knew Mark in a professional sense but I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be missed my prayers for his family

  56. We are both very sorry to hear of Marks passing. W enjoyed our time with you both, Annie & Rob

  58. I am so sorry to hear for your tremendous loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Carrie and your family. He was a great man and will be deeply missed.

  61. So sorry for your loss, Mark was a good man and so well thought of by many,he will be missed. May he Rest in Peace

  62. My Deepest Sympathies to all of Mark,s family he was great , highly motivated , energetic guy who was a genuine friend .He helped me through the roughest time in my life through cancer and as my lawyer .. He will be truly missed ..

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