R.I.P Mark, I'm shocked ... I knew about the Las Vegas Incident, just didn't know it had struck our community so closely ... I can still remember him emailing me about winning the fidanza flywheel and chuckling about my disbelief ... You will be missed greatly!!!

 

...it makes you wonder why GOOD people are taken from us...is it part of a larger plan? Who knows? I just know that it hurts and it makes you appreciate your loved ones...it maybe even forces us to tell them that we love them. The best way to honor Mark's memory (and Lindsey's memory for that matter) is to BE good people, to help & appreciate each other.
As a community, we can do so much and even though we have all been brought into this "family" via a car, we have transcended into the next level. I for one, appreciate all of you (even the naughty ones) and I hope that your lives are full and happy.
My condolences to Mark's family, his loved ones and to the rest of us because we lost good friends this week...let's draw strength from each other through this difficult time.

God Bless.

ps - I (like everyone else, i'm sure) would like some information on how to help/show my support to Mark's loved ones. Mods or people that knew him better can shed some light on this.

 

I dont know what to say. I've been on this site since day one and I've spoken to Mark a couple of times. This is really shocking.

 

I remember the days of wanting to buy a BBY Evo after seeing Mark's BBY pictures ... I'm still in disbelief that he's gone, rest in peace Mark.

 

I agree to this statement, yet I think the proceeds should benefit Mark's family who has obviously suffered a loss that no dollar amount can be put upon, but anything to help cover funeral costs and other expenses that unfortunately result from this tragedy would be fantastic!

A similar thing was done on RennList/6SpeedOnline for the gentleman who crashed his Carrera GT and died in California.

I will see if I can find it!

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Update:

Here is the memorial site for Ben from RennList/6SpeedOnline:
http://www.kozmanautos.com/benlj.htm
Just for everyone's reference, another gentleman named Corey Rudl also died in this accident and deserves just as much respect.

The stickers created for him:
http://www.6speedonline.com/forums/s...&highlight=ben

If someone created something similar, I would donate money to the cause!

 

im def. up for helping out. the sticker idea is a good one. again, i didnt know the guy but i have to pay respect to him cause without this place, i wouldnt know a lot of what i do now.

 

sorry about the EvoM loss. RIP

 

im very late on this
i will never forget what you have done for us lancer owner
RIP Mark

 

The entire WORKS family offers our deepest sympathy to Mark's family and friends.
It is during these difficult times that life reveals what is most important- our family friends and relationships built throughout the years.

Mark's baby, this forum, is a testament to his hard work and ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He was always accomodating and would always offer to go out of his way to make others feel comfortable. WORKS would not be where we are today without his help and support, and for that we will be forever grateful.
Pete, especially will miss hanging out at various Evo events and talking for hours on end about Evos and life's challenges.

We will miss him dearly.

Sincerely,

The WORKS crew

 

I didn't know Mark but I would like to extend my condolances to the family and friends. I hope justice is done in this matter swiftly and fully. It is so sad to see lives stolen from wreckless stupidity. R.I.P.

 

I read this post the first day it was up, i was speechless then, and im still speechless now. My condolances go out to his family and friends

 

Theodicy, one of the most ancient of questions. Why do bad things happen to good people? I say this, God is with you Mark and you shall not suffer. I pray for your friends and family in their mourning.

Mark will be missed but never forgotten.

 

Rest in peace Mark, we will pray for your family and loved ones.

 

Mark, you were always so kind and easy to work with the last 15 months I have been on this forum. I read that story and the name didnt even register until that night and I simply had to go to my knees. You were so popular here and so well respected, it's my hope you are in a better place and PLEASE tell me where you are EVO's don't break...i know it'd make you happier.

David, Ryan, Chris, Eric and the rest of us at Zero-Factory

 

~Waters flowing,
No beginning, No ending
Leaves falling, Long voyage
Rising sun, Heaven calling~

My sincerest condolences to hisFriends & Family. Rest in Peace Mark. You will never be forgotten and your invaluable contribution will carry your legacy for eternity.