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chris caruso posted a condolence
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Dear Nancy,shocked to get the news,about Mark! There was never a dull moment with him.I will miss his many thoughtful cards he gave me every year,making fun of all his hair!He would always remind me that you didn't like the top too short,
Nancy,you are in my heart and thoughts.
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Catherine Nial posted a condolence
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Mark was a wonderful teacher. I know because I had the privilege to teach next door to him for a number of years. He taught from his heart. He inspired his students to produce their best work. In Yorkers, he motivated them to research local history. He will be missed.
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Roberta (Atchison) Gannon lit a candle
Saturday, December 12, 2015
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Always a gentleman, a friend to all....always positive and uplifting. Rest in peace, Mark.
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Bill Battaglia lit a candle
Friday, December 11, 2015
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Mark was one of the first people to welcome me as a rookie teacher at Hoosic Valley almost 40 years ago. He was always ready to offer a smile, a joke or friendly and helpful advice when asked. As classroom roommates for several years we had many laughs, and Mark was the first person to show me how to use a computer! He had a combination of traits that made him a wonderful teacher and colleague and friend; professional and demanding yet fun-loving, knowledgeable and hard working in class and outside of school. He was beloved by his many students and friends. I am grateful to have known and worked with him for so many years. Rest in peace Mark, you will be long remembered!
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Mary Ann De Luca lit a candle
Friday, December 11, 2015
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Ann L. Cherney lit a candle
Monday, December 7, 2015
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With the passing of Mark, the world is a little darker. He always had a word that made the burdens of live lighter. A great teacher and a wonderful human. You will be missed. God Bless your family and wife.
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Kevin Cavanaugh & John Martin posted a condolence
Friday, December 4, 2015
We are truly honored to care for Mark and privileged to serve Nancy and the VanSluyters family during this most difficult time.
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Cody Badger posted a condolence
Thursday, December 3, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss Mrs. V. I've never had a teacher like him, he was by far my favorite. He's one of a kind and I'll never forget him or any typical day in his classroom. RIP Mr. V.
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Mr. & Mrs. Patrick A. Ravida Jr. posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Our sincere condolences to your entire family of his passing. We will truly miss Marks wonderful character and conversation about all the things he loved and appreciated in life. His words were always kind and thoughtful. His inspiration for life was always present and he always was smiling. We will always remember you Mark.
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Shirley Henson posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. Mark was a great classmate who became an awesome teacher. He was a great friend and I will miss our FB discussions tremendously. Until we meet again!!
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Dustin Peyser posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
So sad to see this. What a great teacher. My condolences to friends and family.
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Jane Lawrence harvey posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
I was a bad kid in school. I didn't know how to behave. I wanted to act out. I went in Mr. Van Sluyters history class and acted bad. He put me in the back row. Most teacher put me in the front row when I acted bad, to watch me closely. He said if I didn't want to learn I could sit in the back and goof off. I never wanted to be in the front row so badly in my life. I felt like I was missing out in the back because Mr. V loved history so much and I wanted to love it too. I finally got to sit with the other kids but I had to prove I cared before he let me move up. I was so proud when he let me move up, like I climbed a mountain. Thank you Mr V for expecting more from me then I knew I could give. I moved on from his class and never forgot to give respect to my teacher because I never wanted to end up in the back again. And to Mrs. V I'll never forget you reading the Indian In The Cupboard outloud. It was the first book anyone ever took the time to read to me. After that I never stopped reading. I can see you now Mrs. V standing with that book in your hand letting us kids drift to another place. You were the power couple that not only taught children but LOVED to teach us. Your both in my In my heart forever. With much love and respect, Jane Lawrence class of 92
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Megan Gela Cherubino posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. V truly inspired me to work harder and fueled my desire to become a teacher. I even got my SSt extension as I wanted to follow in his footsteps. There are so many fond memories of Yorkers, town ball, and mischief in class. He will be missed.
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Judy (Harvey) & Ray Montgomery lit a candle
Saturday, November 28, 2015
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My family were neighbor's of Mark and his famon College Street in Mt. Vernon, IL. Mark and I were good friends through our lives and he will be missed so very much! As another friend said, he left a hole in our hearts that only God and time can fill. Am unsure whether that vacant spot can ever be truly filled though. Mark was bigger than life it seemed in so many ways. Am so thankful to have had him in my life for as long as he lived. Nancy, you will forever be a friend, dear one. Though we met you only once when you and Mark came to our home two years ago, it seemed I knew you already! May God be with you always.
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Jim Minor, Harrisburg,PA posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Several of Mark's friends from Mount Vernon High School would get together in October in a sort of "mini-reunion" and we were all looking forward to next year and our 50th class reunion. The lion's share of the logistics for this welcome meeting of friends was Mark's doing and reflected his giving nature and great soul. I had the honor of knowing him from when we first went off to Boy Scout camp in1962 and in our positions in Scouts for all our high school years. He was one of the nicest young men with whom I had the pleasure of growing up, and, once we had all gone our separate ways to college, it was always fun to look forward to see him back home over the Holidays. We'd often compare how we'd teach history, thereby "saving" the next generation... Mark had the mind to influence young thinkers and lovers of history, and I know he'll leave that legacy behind. So, Buddy....you DID it! You changed the world! Not too bad, if I can offer my opinion, not too bad at all! Most of all, Mark was my friend, who helped me become whatever I am, and I am grateful to God that I knew him. I and a lot of us from Mount Vernon will have a hole in our souls in the shape of that big red head, that only time and God can fill. If someone would, please tell Nancy that she will always have her "guardian angels" from Mount Vernon with her, no matter if we are all scattered. As we are bound by our bonds to Mark, so we are to Nancy, and we wouldn't have it any other way.To his brothers, sisters and family up in N.Y., we all had a blessing in this boy and man, for which I am so very grateful to God. Bless you all, and you are in so many prayers.
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Mary Ellen Schroder posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 25, 2015
One of the qualities that made Mark such a powerful and positive influence on his students and all who knew him is the respect he always showed to others. I used to substitute in his classroom during his infrequent absences. At the bottom of his lesson plan would be the instruction that the sub should, at the end of each class, thank the students for being there. He loved what he did and it showed.
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Kris Sopris lit a candle
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
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Mark, you will truly be missed by many. Thank you so much for always being there as a great friend. My thoughts and prayers to Nancy and your family.
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Liz De Fazio posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2015
Sorry for your loss and the loss of my special friend and former mentor at the Lake Placid Olympic Museum.
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Carole Rainville posted a condolence
Monday, November 23, 2015
I am so very sorry to hear the sad news of Mark's passing. He was such a nice man and a very classy guy, always with a wonderful smile and kind words. I will miss seeing him out and about, he always brightened my day. My deepest sympathy to Nancy and Mark's family.
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Kay Pigg posted a condolence
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Mark will be misses by his MV 66" classmates. He was a great guy!
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B.J. Snyder lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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Kathy & David Harris lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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We extend our condolences to you, Nancy and to Mark's family as well. We will miss his humor and caring ways! As neighbors go, you're both the best!
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Kate (Broderick) Kruk lit a candle
Saturday, November 21, 2015
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Bruce posted a condolence
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Well the results are in ....Mark you were one of the greatest people and teachers known to so many. You will be missed ever so much... Nancy my condolences and hope to see you soon.
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Mary (Denio) Andryuk posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
I remember Mark as a warm, loving brother to Sue and Mary. His smile always made you feel welcome in their home. God give you all grace to meet this loss, and comfort for the days ahead. With love, mary
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Joe LaLumia posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
I was saddened to hear of Mark's passing. I have known him for a few years because of his volunteering with the National Park Service's Trails and Rails program. Mark was a wonderful addition to our program, and a truly nice person.
He will be sorely missed.
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Amy Quackenbush posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Dear Mrs. V. & family,
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I feel so blessed and lucky that Mr. V. was a part of my life. I will never forget him. I am truly heartbroken. He simply was the best.
Love,
Amy
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Mark Leadbetter posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with Nancy and your family. Mark was a fantastic teacher to my children,a wonderful mentor and a respected union leader.He had a positive influence on many lives . He will be fondly remembered by my family and I.
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Nan DeSorrento posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Mark was such a wonderful teacher to my children, and we were all so lucky to know him.
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Karen Wheaton posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Mark loved life, he was a friend and former colleague. Mark had a great sense of humor and was the first to make you laugh or offer a helping hand. I never knew anyone else to pack as much enjoyment into life. He will be missed by everyone. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family.
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Kelly and Dale Akin posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at the loss of a truly wonderful, beloved teacher, friend and man. Mark's humor made learning history from him a pleasure. His big heart made following his adventures unforgettable. Our lesson we take away from him is to live life to the fullest, and enjoy the ride.... you will be missed, Mr. V....
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Sam and Kirk Speanburg posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
Nancy and all the family,
We were very sorry to hear about Mark. He was such a great person and I'm sure you will all miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Laure Harrington posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
Mark was a wonderful teacher. God Bless you all and may he rest in peace
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Mollie Darrow Myers lit a candle
Monday, November 16, 2015
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My deepest sympathies. He and Mrs. VanSluyters and they were both some of my favorites. He will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to Mrs. V and to all of his family.
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Jennifer (Langworthy) Greenwood posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
My condolences to all of the family.
I had Mr. and Mrs. Van Sluyters in High school, they made school bearable to be at. I will never forget him. I am a very lucky person to have known him...gone but never forgotten.
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Kathleen Porter posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
I (and my siblings) were students of Mr Van Sluyters. He and his wife Mrs. Van Sluyters are among my favorite teachers from HV. He shared with us his love of history and many of us became "Yorkers" as a result. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Van Sluyters.
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Jennifer Rickman posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mark's family and friends. I worked with Mark at the National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame and kept in touch with him over the years. He was a thoughtful fun and positive person who I will never forget. There are not too many people like him, he was truly a special special person. I will miss you Mark!
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Ann Denio posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
Dear Miss Lambert :) and Vansluyters Family, My heart is hurting knowing you are all in such pain. I pray daily for you all!! God bless and help you all through this most difficult time!!! Hope to hug each one of you soon!!
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Kristin Lewis posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Mr. VanSluyters tought both of my parents, as well as my siblings and I. He was an amazing teacher, and left a lasting impression on all students. I will never forget how to spell Rensselaer. May he rest in peace, and my condolences to the family.
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Timothy Hepp posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
To Mrs. V and all of Mr. V's family,
I am so sorry for your loss, you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. V was an incredible person and teacher. I was new to Hoosic Valley in 7th grade and Mr. V really helped me to become comfortable in the school. He always managed to keep his class fun and I will never forget our Yorker Trips. I would run into Mr. V every now and then in the past few years either at the Pump Station or other places around the area and we would talk for while and you could really tell how much he cared about his past students. Rest In Peace Mr. V, Tim Hepp
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Sarah Campbell posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
To the family of Mr. V, I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. V was an all around good person who is greatly missed but never forgotten!
Personally, I will never forget accidentally dozing off one day in his class and he came up besides my desk and dropped a textbook on the floor... He used to do that to any student who would do that in class! He was always one of the cooler teachers at Hoosic Valley! Forever in our hearts, RIP Mr. V!
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Theresa (Cole) Decker posted a condolence
Monday, November 16, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers to the family. I was a student at HV, he was a great teacher. He will be sorely missed.
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Freddie and Lisa Mattice lit a candle
Monday, November 16, 2015
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Our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Nancy, and to Mark's many family members. We met Mark through our travels to St. John, US Virgin Islands and became fast friends with he and Nancy. We will miss his charm, humour and wisdom....and the 'wave off' from the waterside gazebo. Gallows Point will never be the same without you. Rest in Peace, dear Mark. With love from your Canadian friends, Freddie, Lisa, Harley, Hayley, Hayden and Heidi. xoxo
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