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Duncan uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, December 13, 2020
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Deb & Family,
I worked with Mark for many years on Hockey Night in Canada. Every Saturday night at Maple Leaf Gardens then later at the Air Canada Centre. We spent many a night on the road during playoffs and one of the highlights in Nagano, Japan for the 1998 Winter Olympics. We spent much of the down time laughing and enjoying a few cold ones.
Mark was always first to arrive and last to leave, life of the one who drives the mobile TV truck I guess. Mark was a solid guy. You could always count on him to deliver, offer to help, and bring his "A" game every time. Mark did everything smooth and with confidence, whether it was the main game camera or backing a 76 foot truck into a tight spot, or drive for hours and still bring the same energy and dedication. I feel lucky to have spent time with him.
Here is a photo from May 2001 of some of the guys from the crew: Left-to-Right - Gerry Zandbergen, Kyle Wagner, Duncan Blair (me), Kerry O'Donnell, Tim Rohal, of course always in shorts - Mark.
My wife Brenda & I send our thoughts and condolences to you and your family.
Duncan
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craig mcdonald uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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My condolences to Mark’s family, you must miss his beautiful laugh. This photo of the last opening face off at maple leaf gardens has hung above my desk for years and if you look in the lower left you’ll see a TV camera with its red light on, and Mark standing behind it, just one of the hundreds of memories Mark brought to Canada and the world. I’ll always remember his gracious way and eagerness to help anyone whether tv related or not. He lived, it seemed to me as though his red talley was always on and will be missed by all lucky enough to have known him.
Craig McDonald
Friend, colleague, admirer
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Kelly Brown posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Debbie, please accept my condolences on Mark’s passing. Even though it was not a surprise, it was still a shock.
As you know, working at the CBC involved lots of long hours. You learn very quickly who is a good person and who is an idiot... Mark was a great person. His friendship was an honour.
Mark... The Big Lake won’t be the same without you. I wish you “fair winds and following seas”.
Love from Downtown KellyBrown
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Howard Baggley lit a candle
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
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Debra and family, I can’t imagine the feeling of loss you must be experiencing at this sad time...my deepest condolences to you and yours.
If I’ve ever truly had a man crush it would have been on Mark. His ability to drive a TV mobile like a sports car and do camera like a champ were just some of the many great talents that sweet gentleman had!
My fondest memory of Mark will be conversations about the many vehicles I wanted to purchase over the years and Mark’s inevitable question to me each and every time...”how much does it tow?” He’d be happy to know that it’s something I always check on any vehicle I look at now...the world has lost a sweet and gentle man...
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Michael Wall posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 3, 2020
Deb and Family,
I hope this outpouring of love and support will console you during this difficult time.
Not only was Mark a good camera operator but more importantly he was a good person.
We shared camera duties for a variety of programs over the years. It was great being on the same team with him.
It is the people you miss most when one retires. Mark was special and will be missed.
Valerie Laurie uploaded photo(s)
Monday, November 2, 2020
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I'm very sad to hear this news. Mark was a hell of a guy.
My favourite pic of him is attached of him happily behind the camera at the Stanley Cup Finals.
My sincerest condolences to his loved ones on his passing.
Valerie Laurie
CBC Colleague
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Randy Blyth posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2020
To Debbie and the family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I met Mark early in my career at the corp. and over the years admired and respected his work. Whether on the road with HNIC or at parliament hill I can't think of another person I would rather work beside. Thanks for all the wonderful memories.
Randy Blyth
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Stan Calhoun Posted Dec 1, 2020 at 12:08 PM
So sad I have just recently found out about Marks passing I remember when he first started working at the CBC I believe he was still in his teens and we both learned to drive tractor trailer around the same time I remember how accommodating he was to my young son and me at the gardens he always found a good spot for us to watch the game sometimes even in the press box he was a great guy to work with and I am so sad to hear of his passing
Stan Calhoun
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Laurie Martin lit a candle
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Mark was a passionate worker and a kind, lovely man. I worked with him on many remotes over the years and he was consistently excellent at his job. It was always a pleasure to spend time with him. I send condolences to his loved ones.
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Doug Broadfoot uploaded photo(s)
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Mark was great to work with, talented, and had such a great sense of humour. It was a pleasure and an honour working with him over the years. Many great memories.. My sincere condolences to Debbie, and all of Mark’s family and friends at this very difficult time. Doug Broadfoot
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robbie lit a candle
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Deb and family - my sincerest condolences to you all. I have read through the tributes and can't help but echo the honest truth of who Mark was to so many. He was kind, considerate, always there to lend a helping hand, one you can always count on no matter what. He shared many stories with us both work and home, loved showing off the photos of what the grandkids were up to. Mark taught us various aspects of boating - the weather, the knots, and the docking, he was always, always there to lend a hand and catch us. Mark welcomed us to Pier 4, and for that i will be forever grateful in having the opportunity to have gotten to know Mark. Mark will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Robbie
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Rochelle and Wayne Evans uploaded photo(s)
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Debra and family,
Wayne and I were very sad to hear of Mark's passing today. We worked
with Mark on various CBC shows. Mark was a pleasure to work with and a
very nice person. Mark's room on remotes with Dennis was the Party room, you knew
you were always welcomed !
Glad we were able to be friends from the 1980's.
Deepest sympathy to you all.
Rocky and Wayne
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Karen Sebesta lit a candle
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Condolences to the family.
I worked with Mark for over 10 years on HNIC and other projects. He was always a gentleman and so helpful to me as one of the only women on the team. I'll remember our talks about outdoor life and things that were important to us. I also want to say what a great cameraman he was as well AND he drove the HNIC mobile all across the country!
I hope some of his retirement was free of pain and that he enjoyed his boat as much as he could. Life was too short for him for sure.
Karen Sebesta
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Mark Punga posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2020
I admired Mark for so many reasons. He radiated a sense of decency - a true professional who quietly led by example. His dry sense of humour was always welcomed and appreciated by his CBC colleagues.
Mark found that elusive work/life balance and wouldn't hesitate to share stories of his latest boating adventure. Mark was fiercely proud of his daughters and grand kids. Debra, my sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Mark Punga
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Liz Pettapiece-Phillips posted a condolence
Monday, November 2, 2020
Oh Deb, I’m so sorry for your loss. Mark, as you know and all of the tributes attest, was an awesome guy. He touched many lives. In fact, aside from one of my CBC friends letting me know about Mark’s passing, my daughter’s in-laws also contacted me. (Mark had taught them boating safety.). I remember “introducing” Mark to one of the shows (outside of Sports) many years ago. Of course in no time his talent, professionalism and personality put him at the top of their list. I wish you and the girls and their families some solace in knowing that Mark was loved and respected by many. Sending you virtual hugs.
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Mike lit a candle
Monday, November 2, 2020
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Mark was a great guy. Good thoughts to his whole clan.
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Fred Nicolaidis posted a condolence
Sunday, November 1, 2020
Dearest Debra, this news is heartbreaking, I have such fond memories of working with Mark on too many productions to count. Thoughts of meeting up with both of you at the boat show and sharing a laugh. Mark was a wonderfully, kind and generous man, with a wicked dry senes of humour, that I always admired. The roll he played in our lives at the CBC will never be forgotten.
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Be strong, I know that is what he would want.
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Shanna Manning & Eric Glover lit a candle
Sunday, November 1, 2020
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Mark was a wonderful guy. A man of few words, but when he spoke you listened. He had a reputation for being a really hard worker, someone you could always count on, and he could drive a truck like no other. My deepest condolences to his family.
Shanna Manning & Eric Glover
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joe cerilli posted a condolence
Sunday, November 1, 2020
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Mark was good friend... very sad.
Joe Cerilli
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Sunday, November 1, 2020
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Alan Grant posted a condolence
Sunday, November 1, 2020
So very saddened to learn of Mark's passing. I always enjoyed working with him, no matter what the assignment, he never failed to deliver his best. We were co-workers for many years. I first met Mark at 111 Gerrard Street so many years ago where he worked in CBC Transportation and I was in the Central Mailroom and later worked on HNIC. Condolences to Debra and her family and friends for their loss. Rest in peace, Mark.
Alan Grant
Guelph, Ontario
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Charlie Goldman posted a condolence
Sunday, November 1, 2020
It was an honour to have shared a cab with you - THE most incredible Driver I have ever known. You fought hard, you fought well. Nothing but Good Roads ahead. Happy Trails My Friend...
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RICK JAMIESON posted a condolence
Sunday, November 1, 2020
It was an honor to work with Mark on so many different shows. A true professional. We shared many a Coors on his birthday on the road with hockey.
Rick Jamieson CBC Ottawa
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Guy Ouellet uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, November 1, 2020
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Very sad to hear the passing of a very good friend and colleague at the CBC. I keep very good memories of working with Mark on many national and international events. My deepest condolences to Mark's family and friends.
Guy Ouellet
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Saturday, October 31, 2020
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Saturday, October 31, 2020
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