Mark Murdock

Mark was one of the kindest, most genuine people I’ve ever known. He always had such a positive, fun energy and was so easy to talk to. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Seven years ago, he welcomed me into his family with open arms from day one, and that’s just the kind of man he was. I lost my dad in 2018, and I always think the two of them would have been great friends. They’d have made each other laugh constantly and bonded over the Beatles and other classic music, and they had a similar sense of humour (they were both uniquely hilarious). I grew to love him over these seven years, because he was an easy guy to love. He was a wonderful grandpa to Evalina, and the holidays he loved so much won’t be the same without him. My heart aches for my wife Chelsea, my mother-in-law Maureen, Charlene and Bernie, and the rest of his family and friends. He loved you all so much and touched so many lives. Rest easy, Mark. I love and miss you.

I will remember Mark the Shark Murdock for the positive role he played in my childhood, the many great times after school and around the rink.
I am sending you, Maureen, Bernie, Charlene, and Chelsea, love while mourning the loss of Mark.

We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Mark was truly one of a kind, and his passion for life was always perfectly synced to an incredible soundtrack.
No one knew or loved music quite like him. Whether they were breaking down a rare B-side from a 1970s classic rock legend, explaining the production on an 80s arena anthem, or introducing someone to a definitive 90s alternative band, their encyclopedic knowledge and pure enthusiasm were infectious. He didn’t just listen to music; Mark lived it, shared it, and used it to bring people together. He always had an unknown fact or story about the band. The world feels a little quieter now, but I know that whenever a great rock anthem or rock song plays, I know we will all hear a little bit of his spirit in the chords. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, but his legacy and his soundtrack lives on in all of us. Rock in peace, Mark.

My first thought when I think of Uncle Mark is the Beatles. On the wall the famous self portrait of John Lennon. Maybe I’m misremembering but I think he painted the copy himself – a brief step into visual art. I also remember on the wall a mounted and framed image of his family grocer’s flyer – a sign I took as showing family was important. I can think of how much pride he’d beam with talking about Chelsea, Charlene, and Bernie. I can think of all the family events hosted in a house that stands out as a character in some of my earliest memories of how I saw how my family connected and how I understood we were all related to each-other.

I know Uncle Mark was many things; more than what I can write here, more than I can think in this moment, and beyond that he was even more than that. To my Aunt Maureen, my cousins and their partners, his grandchild, and those that knew him. To his friends and those will learn to know him through the memories and stories of others. I am so sorry for this loss.

Sending love and strength to you all.

Mark was the kind of person who was simply easy to be around. He never lacked for conversation, and whether we were talking sports, politics, or everyday life. We shared many similar views, which made our conversations enjoyable and memorable. His passion for sports, especially his support of the Ottawa Senators. Above all, Mark loved his family deeply and was a devoted father and husband, who was immensely proud of his children. I will always remember his sense of humour. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered.

Sending my deepest condolences to you Charlene and to your family.
Mama Kim.

So sorry to hear the news and my condolences to Maureen and the family.
I meet Mark and Maureen in 1993 when we bought a house 2 doors down.
We had fun over the next 5 years golfing, talking and watching our young families grow up.
We even bought a snowblower together with 2 other neighbours and we enjoyed the commoradery.
Mark was one of the good guys in life.
All my best.

Dear Maureen and Family

We are so sorry to have learned of Mark’s passing. We have a lot of fond memories of when you lived on the street, Mark driving the boys Bernie, Ryan to and from different activities, the neighborhood street parties and other gatherings. He was such a large part of life on La Chapelle street. We are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.

Maureen and family,
We are very saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. We are so grateful for the time we shared with him not just as a neighbour but a friend.

Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We hope that in time, your wonderful memories of Mark will bring you comfort.

My heart aches for Chelsea, my mother-in-law Maureen, Charlene and Bernie, and the rest of his family and friends. He loved you all so much and touched so many lives. Rest easy, Mark. I love and miss you.this is a true lose

It is hard to believe my brother in-law Mark has left us. A devoted father to Chelsea, Charlene and Bernie and adoring husband to my sister Maureen. Doting grandpa to Evalina and loving father in-law to Andrew and Katrina. I have so many memories of Mark from when I first met him as a teenager and would hang out at his bachelor pad condo when he was dating Maureen. The parties. The rock n roll. Always taking care and checking in on me as I navigated my way into adulthood. Then he married Maureen and became an incredible husband, father and valued member of our family. My mom and dad loved him like their own son. Whenever I’d come home from the UK he revelled in catching up on all my adventures and encounters from my acting career. He had a genuine curiosity and interest in my life and I’m so glad he got the chance to come visit London a few years back. His love for the Beatles is well known and he’d always make me promise to get Paul McCartney’s autograph if ever I bumped into him in London. If I ever do meet Sir Paul I will tell him he missed out on meeting a wonderful warm cool dude who could make a killer bloody Caesar and whip up an awesome backyard BBQ. He was a technical whizz and when my mom and dad ever had an issue with their television Mark was over at their place in a heartbeat making it all right. We all hoped for many more years with Mark and he will be hugely missed and well remembered. My thoughts are with all who knew and loved him but especially my big sister and the kids. Mark, the world just won’t be the same without you. We love you. Strawberry Fields Forever.

In this time of loss and grief, it is often hard to find the right words to capture a person’s life and what they truly meant to you.
I met Mark over 40 years ago through mutual friends, and he was instantly smitten by my sister, Maureen. Deciding his best approach was to get me on his side, Mark asked for my help to convince her to give him a chance. I obliged, suggesting Maureen, « Just go out on one date with him. »
Well, that was all it took! That single date blossomed into a beautiful, enduring love spanning over 42 years of marriage. Together, they raised three wonderful children—Chelsea, Charlene, and Bernie—welcomed their partners, Andrew and Katrina, and were blessed with their beautiful granddaughter, Evalina.
Mark was a truly kind soul, honest, and completely down-to-earth. He was not only a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, but he was also a wonderful brother-in-law who was always willing to lend a hand. He treated my own parents with immense kindness, being the best son-in-law they could have asked for.
He was truly one of a kind—easygoing, with a great sense of humour. He loved Maureen deeply and told me often how much he appreciated having her in his life. He also carried an immense, pride for his children. Mark was at his happiest at gatherings surrounded by family and friends, enjoying good food, good music, and sharing stories.
I will miss Mark more than words can say. He was like another brother to me—always ready with kind words, completely loving, and supportive of our family.
I’m glad that first date with my sister worked out. Thanks Mark for being persistent. Our gatherings simply won’t be the same without you. You will be so deeply missed. Rest in Peace Mark.

My condolences to Chelsea, Andrew and all family for your loss.

My deepest condolences go out to Maureen and her family. My family first met the Murdocks in the early 1990s in our Lachapelle Street neighbourhood. Our families became fast friends and we knew Mark as a good soul, a great husband and a gentle and caring father. Time and distance have intervened, but wonderful memories remain. Rest in peace Mark.

Most of you know that biologically, Mark was my cousin, but to me, he was always my brother. We grew up together, sharing plenty of adventures. To me, Mark was a quiet, gentle soul. He wasn’t someone who needed to be the centre of attention and when you became his friend you were friends for life.
There was a softness about him, a quiet presence that didn’t need many words. Beneath that gentle nature, however, was an incredible resilience and strength.
We shared a bond that went beyond words, distance, or how often we saw each other. It was something only the two of us truly understood. We simply knew we were there for one another at the drop of a dime, and that connection was something I treasured deeply.
I know how deeply Mark loved Maureen and his children, Chelsea, Charlene, and Bernie and granddaughter, Evalina.
Mark, thank you for being part of my life. Thank you for the childhood memories, the laughter, the adventures, and, most of all, for being my brother in every way that truly matters. I was so proud to call you my brother and so honoured to be considered your sister.
I will miss you more than words can express. You were my cousin by birth, my brother by heart, and my friend for life.
Rest in peace, dear brother. Until we meet again.
Much love, always,
Marlene

Uncle Mark was one of the most wonderful, kind, funny and incredible people I ever had the chance to meet. He was the coolest guy around, he was an amazing uncle and an incredible friend. I loved sharing stories with him about music, life and the good old days he had with dad (Tom)♡. His sense of humor could not be beat! He had a smile that could light up the room. I’ll carry that with me always.
Maureen, Chelsea, Charlene, Bernie and family my deepest and most sincere condolences. The way he talked about you and how proud he was of you all was just beautiful.
Truly the 5th and best Beatle. Peace and love Uncle Mark ♡

Our hearts are saddened to have received the very sad news of the passing of Mark. We knew Mark as a loving husband to Maureen for 42 years, a father to his three children, Chelsea, Bernie and Charlene and a grandfather to his sweet little granddaughter Evalina.
It is not an easy thing to lose a loved one. We sincerely hope your beautiful memories continue to give you all much comfort in the days to come.