Mark Albert

Uncle Mark, I always felt like you and "Auntie Doods" provided me "an extra set of parents" ...available to me at all times. You loved me like I was your own son, and you accepted my family as a "bonus father in law/grandfather." You loved us, and we loved you! You taught me so much throughout my life...and once I was old enough to know better, I even listened! (Although, the story of "toddler me" picking pieces out of a broken floor tile saying (to myself), "what does Uncle Mark say, Timothy? Uncle Mark says "no, no, NO, Timothy!!!"" as I continued puling the pieces out one by one). It was probably not my finest hour. I have 50+ years of memories with you both....things you've taught me - woodworking, French, cheese appreciation, and so much more! And, because you and Auntie Doods were in California to meet Wavey right in the beginning of our relationship, she's known you for almost 25 years, as well....lifetimes! We can't possibly explain how much we're going to miss you. Just like it was with dad, two years ago - I would never wish you back with us...in the pain you were in, and how much the weakness of the body affected you on a daily basis. But, I will miss everything about YOU - your personality, your wit, your cheshire cat grin (like you knew something everyone else didn't), your stories, your jokes and even how much you enjoyed being with us (most of the time, especially as the kids got older)! I was so glad to have gotten to spend time with you (and Auntie Doods) a few months ago, when I brought mom up to Ottawa. You were feeling pretty good that weekend, and we managed to get up and around a little bit. And, the time we spent will be something I fondly remember forever. I love you (we love you). I will miss you (WE will miss you). But, we will see you again! God is GOOD, and even as sad as we are, you are with your Savior, and Dad and so many others who have gone on before. But, we will see you again! Love you, Uncle! Tim (Wavey, Olivia, Jordan and Luke!)

We will miss Mark so much but know he is with his Lord and Saviour in a much better place. We will continue to pray for and love you, Carol.

Our sympathy to the family

We will miss Mark but he is with his saviour which is better.
Our sympathy to our dear Carol and family.
Jesus is coming! O sing the glad Word!
Coming for those He redeemed by His blood.
May our God and Saviour be with you in the days to come. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Carol
There are no words to ease the pain for losing a dear husband and brother in Christ, but we know Mark is safe in the arms of Jesus. We will always cherish good memories with him. May the Lord, our dear comforter, be with you in a special way in these difficult times. Soon we will hear the shout and will be in Heaven to rejoice eternally.
Come Lord Jésus!
Praying for you!

Dear Carol,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear husband,Mark. I remember the times Mark was doing the kitchen at my parent's house in Thornhill. He sat at the kitchen table after a days work, talking with mom about needing and wanting to accept Jesus as his Savior. I don't know how long after that, I remember seeing him sobbing during the Breaking of Bread meeting, and then the smile that came over his face. And what a smile Mark had. It was a sad time when you and Mark moved away. My husband and I, along with our young children, had the pleasure of hearing Mark speak in the Gospel, one summer Sunday night, a number of years ago. It was a tender, solemn message, but again, that smile when he mentioned where he would be after he died or the Lord came.

Having gone through the loss of my father one year ago, and watching my mother grieve, it won't be easy. But take comfort in knowing you will be reunited one day soon in Glory. No more pain and suffering, for any of us then. Oh what a day that will be!

Mom joins me with her sympathy as well.

Lots of love and comfort,
Frances

Dear Carol,
There are no words to ease the pain of loosing a loved one, but we know Mark is safe in the arms of Jesus.
We will always cherish the good times spent with him. He was a kind and cheerful brother.
Soon we will hear the shout and we will finally be caught up home in Heaven with our Savior.
Until then, may our Great Comforter be with you in a special way. You are in our prayers.
Love you sister ❤️

Carol, Ruth and I wish you comfort upon comfort in layers of the Lord's love. I well remember Mark threatening to come to measure for kitchen cabinets that were badly needed. He told me he would make them. I could not accept that generous help so we agreed that I would build cabinets in his shop. His help, teaching and supervision were great, but it was more interesting when I was sweeping the floor and a customer would walk in. Mark would look at me with that grin that Tim mentioned and ask, "What were you talking about this going to Heaven idea?" The gospel would roll out. I am thankful for how perceptive Mark was also. He will certainly be missed here on earth, but think of the welcome he got in Heaven!

We first met Mark in the year 2000 when we moved to Ottawa. We found that we had a lot in common with Mark and Carol - we were all easterners, both Mark and Glen had former police service but most importantly we were bothers and sisters in God's family through faith in Jesus Christ our Lord. In fact, Mark and Margie were both saved in 1981 within the same 30 day period, one in Newfoundland, one in Ontario. We have valued our relationship with Mark and had the privilege of being blessed through him and his reflection of the Person of Christ dwelling within him. We are looking forward to being reunited with Mark in a soon coming day.

Mark was such a special and lovely man. His smile lit up a room and brought so much warmth! I'll never forget sharing testimonies with each other on Christmas Day 2023, it was so special. He will be so missed.