Thank you to Pastor Ed and all of Mark’s friends at Emmanuel Baptist Church for their love and support over the past 3 years. Thank you to Dr. Messner and staff at Princess Margaret Hospital and to the staff at Royal Victoria Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital for all of their expertise and caring. Thank you to the many drivers from the Canadian Cancer Society. Memorial service to be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church 4120 Salem Road, Barrie on Friday March 14, 2008 at 10:30 am. Memorial donations for Luke & Sydney (Royal Bank) or to Princess Margaret Hospital or Emmanuel Baptist Church would be appreciated by the family.

Mark was born May 16 1962 in Toronto, Ontario to Jean and John Schoebl and to be a brother to Garrick. His love of nature began at an early age with fishing, hiking and camping. He was an avid Boy Scout and enjoyed softball, football, track and field and wrestling. His favorite fun was playing in the valley with his friend Robbie.

His comedic abilities started at an early age in Grade 6 as “Drinkula”and with his singing ability, he was a great entertainer throughout his life.

Mark moved to mid-western Ontario where he became a bricklayer and stone mason. There, he met and married Glenda.

They moved to B.C. where he was in his element mountain biking and snowboarding. Both of his children, Luke and Sydney, were born in B.C.

Mark, Glenda and the children relocated to Barrie, Ontario to be closer to their families and friends. When he became ill 3 years ago, his true strength of character and spirit shone through. He was always devoted to his children and even coached a ball hockey team despite his illness. During this time Mark joined Emmanuel Baptist Church and found his mentor, Jesus.

God bless and lots of love and light, Mark.

TTFN (ta ta for now)