MARK WILLIAM GURSKI September 2, 1953 - January 1, 2008 Mark passed away suddenly on New Year's Day at his home in New Westminster. He is dearly missed by his family and friends. Mark grew up with his family in Victoria, Montreal, North Vancouver and Kamloops. Mark shared a special closeness with his siblings Donna, Brian and Brenda. His loving and supportive mother, Marjorie, was always there for him, coming each day for their afternoon visit. Accompanied by his father John, a Navy man, Mark was marked with his first of over 80 tattoos - having a strong sense of family, it read "Mom & Dad". He had a great pride in his children Monica and Trever. He was an uncle many times over, and a grandfather-to-be. Mark had a charisma that made him both unique and interesting - from his 'Markism' sayings and personalized mementoes for loved ones, to the creativity of his modified belongings. Enduring a near fatal car accident in 2005 that left him with permanent pain, he had a genuine appreciation for life. During this time, he was grateful for everyone's prayers and experienced an epiphany of spiritual growth. With "Live to Ride, Ride to Live" written on his chest, his choices throughout his life reflected the freeness of a soaring eagle. A memorial service was held for Mark on January 5th at the Zion Lutheran Church in Cloverdale. Thank you for your thoughts, prayers and support. The Gurski, Decicco, Durant and Jaehrlich Families