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Condolences
To Bob, Joan & Stephanie and your extended families:
I heard of Mark’s passing early on the morning of May 31. Although I haven’t been in touch with Mark for a number of years, I always considered him a good friend. I knew Mark as a teammate and a classmate. His spirit and friendship will remain in my memory. Although his fun loving nature could go overboard at times, you knew he was only looking to make a connection; and he did. I am saddened to have lost a friend. I offer my condolences to the three of you and, of course, to his wife and children. Rest in Peace, Mark.
To : Bahairvi,Morgan,Maya, Robbie, Joan, Stephanie & Family
Our Hearthfelt Sympathy to you all, on the untimely passing of Mark. So shocked and saddened ever since we heard the news. Praying that you will get through this most difficult time,one hour, one day at a time.Take comfort in each other and knowing that all your family & friends are praying for you & your well being,through these most difficult days,weeks & months ahead. My memories of Mark growing up on Zakem Heights are, that he was always a good boy,smart, easygoing with a smile that could win the hearts of many, which he did !! Take care of Yourselves Love , Mary & Paul, Natalie & Melinda & Family
On behalf of the entire rugby community we would like to offer our condolences to the Johnston family, and our deepest thanks for the time we had with Mark.
Mark, or PIE as many of us knew him, made a positive and lasting impression on thousands of rugby players, coaches, officials and supporters in Calgary over several decades. From winning championships, to mentoring youth, to making sure everything at the Calgary Rugby park was in order, Mark’s contributions were many and invaluable. We will all be grateful for time spent with PIE on and off the field, and he will be remembered in the hearts of all who shared the sport he loved with him.
Mark’s loving family, and the many lives he touched, will be a living legacy that we are all grateful for.
Wish I had gotten to know you better, my friend.
Condolences to Mark’s family and friends.
Dear Bhairvi words cannot describe how saddened we are to hear of Marks passing. We are sending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to you, the kids as well as the rest of your amazing close knit family.
David, Crystal, Laura, Tara , Cameron & Carson XO
Dear Joan, Bob, Stephanie
My deepest sympathy on the sudden and heartbreaking loss of your dear son and brother, Mark. May you and Mark’s family find joy and comfort in the many wonderful and fun memories you hold dear.
Keeping Mark and all of your family in my thoughts and prayers during this time of great loss.
Mary MacPherson
So very sorry to hear of Marks passing. He was a teammate,friend and opponent, so I got to see several wonderful sides of him. He was one of two instrumental people who convinced me to play rugby in high school, and for that, I’m forever thankful to him. God bless you all during this tragic time.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan, words are never adequate in moments like these but our hearts go out to you and the Johnston family. We will always have great memories and feel very privileged to have known Mark (PIE). He was a proud Hornet and we were very proud to have him as a teammate.
The Sudds family
Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan Robbie, Joan, Stephanie and family,
Thinking of you in this difficult time. Our hearts were broken when we got the news about Mark. I am still in shock. You are in our thoughts and prayers . Mark was a very energetic and out-going cousin. We had many fun times when we went to see our cousins in the city. I am sure he would say the same of his times spent at our farm on the Dunk River. We are here for you for the weeks ahead.
Kim, Brent, Lauren and Alyson Barrett
We extend to you our most heartfelt sorrow and condolences.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, and Morgan;
sending my deepest, most heartfelt condolences. I have many great memories with Mark, he was always a great teammate on and off the field.
Thinking of you all during this very difficult time.
Pat
My sincere sympathy to Bob & Joan and all Mark’s family & friends. Wendy (Kirk’s mom)
Our deepest sympathy to Bhairvi and the children and also the rest of the family.
We could not of asked for a better neighbour, kind and friendly. We have happy memories of our chats over the fence and you will be dearly missed but never forgotten
To Bharivi,Maya and Morgan,Rob and Joan,Stephanie and Colin and family. More than words can express you are in everyone’s thoughts and especially prayers. You have the love and support of all your family and friends. We have lost a fine human being in Mark but his spirit will help guide you through this difficult time. Love Margaret and Greg, Sarah, Ryan,Jaimee-Lynne and Emery
I was very saddened to read of Mark’s passing. I remember him as a great boy, full of enthusiasm and energy, from my days as teacher at Glen Stewart. My heart goes out to his wife, and children, as well as the whole Johnston Family. Blessings on all of you at this difficult time.
We are so saddened for you all, our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Dear Joan, Robbie and family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Mark’s untimely death. Our family has great memories of Mark as a little boy when we lived in Riverview and Charlottetown. We remember him as being so active and full of fun. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love
Jeane and Mike
Dear Bhairvi, Ted and I are so sorry to hear about Pie’s passing. We have such incredible memories of our times with you and Pie. Sending you love and prayers. JoAnne and Ted Thompson
Dearest Friends,
While the loss of a loved one is never easy, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon. Your recent loss of your son, Mark, who has left us at such a youthful age is definitely in the category of those hard losses for which there is so painful a reminder of what might have been.
We offer our sincere condolence and deepest sympathy on your loss. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many, help you through this difficult time.
I ask for God’s blessings on you and your wonderful family. May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence and in knowing that his was a life well-lived.
Yours In Peace,
Norma Kelly and family
We are saddened and heartbroken to hear of Mark’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan as well as the rest of Mark’s family durning this difficult time.
Jill and Patrick Payne
Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mark was a wonderful guy and will never be forgotten. He will be in your hearts forever. With all our love Karen & Mike
Robbie, Joan, Stephanie and family,
Our heartfelt condolences go out to all of you. May fond memories of Mark comfort you all in this difficult time.
Love,
Jill and Scott MacCormack
Cornwall, PEI
A special man and a special Canadian – a friend who made our time in Canada so memorable
We were so sad to hear about the loss of Mark. What a wonderful young man. We wish we could be out there with you. We offer our sincere condolences and know that we are thinking of you back here on PEI.
Love,
Len and Anne Johnston
Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan Robbie, Joan, Stephanie and family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. We can not even imagine what you are going through, Mark was a great guy and family man. We are grateful that we had such a nice visit with him and his family last summer, the kids are still talking about it. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Love
Jennifer, Garth, Brycen, Denika and Sawyer
We offer our condolences to the whole Johnston family. Your sorrow must be so deep.. words are insufficient for us all… please accept our heartfelt and sincere thoughts…. we wish you strength and hope at this time,
Bruce and Maureen Garrity
My parents and Mark’s have been friends since before we were born and I have fond memories of playing at their house as a child with him and Stephanie. We are sending you strength, courage and most of all love during this time of loss and intense grieving. We hope you will find comfort and support with the friends and family who surround you.
Sincerely, Jan Kelly and Michel Larocque
Our hearts are broken. We pray that all of you find the strength to cope at this difficult time. We are with you in spirit, and you are in our hearts always. We will miss Mark very much.
With all our love,
Bhairvi
We were saddened when we heard of Marks passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss. You and the children are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our sincere condolences to Mark’s Family. Brenda and I have fond memories of Mark growing up on Zakem Hts. We met Bhairvi at Johnson’s home years ago and were so impressed by her. Robbie, Joan and Stephanie, your many friends on PEI grieve with you and you are in our thoughts / prayers.
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Mark.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Michele (Kelly) Ash/Kevin Ash
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bob, Joan & Stephanie. You are all in our thoughts & prayers at this very sad time. Take all your wonderful memories and hold them close to your heart.
Our entire family is thinking of and praying for you Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan. Such a loss is unimaginable to us. We loved Mark’s spirit and great sense of humour.
My condolences for your sudden loss, Lorne Lea passed the news on to me, very sorry to hear about it.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
We are saddened by Mark’s sudden passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Jim and Mary
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
We are deeply saddened with the sudden passing of Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Jim and Mary
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Our hearts go out to you Bhairvi and to your children Maya and Morgan.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
We were deeply saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time.
Jim and Mary
1990 Graduating Class of Charlottetown Rural Athletes you never forget … and Mark was a big part of that class. Lots of great memories….. Sad to hear of Mark’s passing. Bless his Family and friends.
My deepest Condolences on your loss, Had the privileged to work with Mark for many years. Very sad and shocked to hear of his passing.
Paul Barkauskas of Elan Construction.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan and all of Mark’s family.
PIE was a special person. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
James and Laura Strayer
We were always happy to see Coach Mark on the field. He was clearly passionate about the game and being involved with the team. We were priveliged to have him and Morgan be part of the Hornets Family. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you all.
Bob and Joan we send our sincerest sympathy to you and all Mark’s family. We were deeply saddened to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless Everyone,
Dave and Marion Younker
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Bob, Joan and Stephanie
I was very saddened to hear the news of Mark’s passing. Growing up in the same neighborhood, just a few doors up from Mark, I remember, even as a kid, Mark having such a loud, infectious and determined personality. In many ways, he was a force of nature in his youth.
My deepest condolences for your loss.
Joe MacPherson
Stratford, PEI
Bahairvi, Morgan, Maya, Bob, Joan and Stephanie
I am so sorry for your loss. It has been many years since I talked to Mark but great thoughts of him have filled my week.
Your dad, son, and brother was very infectious and and absolute great person to be around.
I hope you take solace in the fact Mark was so well respected.
Great guy.
Our hearts are so sad with grief on hearing about Mark’s death. Sending our prayers, love and sympathy. The heart remembers most what it has loved best. May memories comfort all of you and bring you peace during this difficult time.
We would like to send our deepest condolences to your family. My husband and I did not have the chance to meet Mark, but we were very saddened to hear that our daughter Makenna’s dear friend Maya has suffered such an immense loss.
Our prayers are with all of you.
-The McInnes Family
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
My deepest and most sincere condolences, Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan. Mark was a champion bloke and a good mate. My thoughts are with you all and your families during theses difficult days.
Love,
-Peter (The Fuge) Gotsoulias
So sorry for your loss! Heaven has gained another Angel.
Dear Joan and Robert, our sincere condolences to you and your family in the loss of your beloved son and brother, Mark. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Sincerely,
-Susan and Michael Farmer
Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan,
With sincere sympathy in the passing of your wonderful husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. He was a very good friend of our son Michael.
-Susan and Michael Farmer, Stratford, PEI
Dear Bhairvi,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences.
-Peter and Bibi Gardner
Sending Love and Strength to all of you. Mark was my ‘first’ little cousin. His mischievous spirit of fun was unstoppable. I will always remember that about him. You are in our minds and hearts.
-Joanne, Bret, India, Dylan, Xavier and Alexander.
So sorry to hear this very sad news. Our hearts and prayers are with the family.
Sending our love and heartfelt sympathy! Words are really inadequate at times like this.
XOXO
Words cannot express my heartfelt sympathy.
-Paula, Matthew and Victoria Wilson
I am so sorry to hear this tragic news.
Sending love from,
-Laura, Sadie and Elsie X
I haven’t the words to express my sympathy. Our hearts and prayers are with the family.
-Peter, Cathy, Christine, Abby Johnston and Kyle Tischart
Prayers for the whole family from our whole family.
We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Mark. He will remain in your hearts forever. Our deepest condolences to the family.
PIE was a hornet, a brother and a family man. He will be sorely missed by all. My deepest condolences at this time of unimaginable loss.
My sincerest condolences to Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Robert, Joan, Stephanie and family. My thoughts and prayers for you are not enough at a time like this but know, you have an extended family who are here for you. I will continue to hold you all in my heart.
Robbie, Joan and Family, There are no words we can say to ease your pain and suffering that you are experiencing at present. Please know we are thinking of you and send our sincere sympathy and condolences.
This loss has left me with a heavy heart. Mark “Pie” Johnston shared a passion for a sport that many knew him shared. A sport that is not just physically and mentally challenging but more importantly nurtures comradeship, good friendships and wonderful memories. Mark was part of many great memories with the Hornets. My thoughts and prayers to Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan. I am sorry for the loss of your husband and father.
So sad to hear this news. My dear “Pie” as we all so affectionately called him. I have thought about him muchly since the last time I saw him. I have and will continue to keep a very special place in my heart for “Pie”.
Love,
-Holly
Robbie, Joan, and Stephanie and family. Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
-Joanne and Leonard
Bhairvi, and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I hope you find solace in your memories.
We were deeply saddened by the news of Mark’s passing. I still remember how hospitable and generous Mark and Bhairvi were to me when I visited Calgary for my daughter’s curling about 10 years ago.
Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
My prayers and sympathy are with you at this difficult time with Mark leaving us so quickly. He was a great nephew and I will miss him a lot. He will be missed by many relatives and friends. It is so hard when someone dies at such a young age. I am praying for Mark and all of you. Always remember that our God is Loving, Compassionate and Merciful.
-Sister Frances Johnston
Bhairvi my deepest condolence to you, Morgan and Maya. The Hornets u13 will miss there #1 fan.
My heart goes out to you all. Mark was a great lifelong friend of mine. I know the pain of losing a loved one. Things will get better with time. I am here if you need me, so please reach out if you need to.
Love you all,
-Colin Gaudet
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. I had the opportunity to connect with Mark a few years back while in town for a wedding. It was quite obvious he was very dedicated to his family. Mark will be greatly missed by his family, friends and community.
My prayers and sincere condolences are with you all at this difficult time.
Our hearts go out to Bhairvi, Morgan and Maya. We were deeply saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. Too young. We have nothing but good memories of Mark. His memory will live on in all of our hearts.
Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Joan, Robbie and Stephanie. I just want to say how sorry Barry and I are on this terrible loss. Mark was a wonderful person. I always looked foward to my time spent at your house when we came down on summer vacation. Lots of great talks Mark and I would have I am blessed to have known him and to be able to call him my cousin.
May your wonderful memories of him help guide you through the difficult days a head. Mark will be missed.
-The Dwyers; Collee, Barry Jake and Zack
Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Bob, Joan, Stephanie, Please accept the sincere condolences from the Farmer’s. Mark was one of the all time great hornets and a legend in Calgary rugby. I’m devastated by his passing and by the fact that I am going to miss out on enjoying our retirement from the game of rugby by watching our kids and former team mates carry on the tradition.
-Mike, Lexie, Michael, Marty and Holly
Bhairvi, I just spoke to Kelly (Deagle) and she informed me of your huband Mark’s passing. I don’t know if you remember me – I am Kelly’s Mother and met you on my trip in Calgary. No words can be expressed to lessen what you are going through and no one can understand. All one can do is pass on their love and caring which I send to you.
Bless you and your beautiful children.
Love,
-Brenda, XOXO
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
As many have already said no words can either express or console what has transpired with the loss of Mark. Please know our prayers and sincere condolences are with you all at this very trying time.
-Ray, Karen and Family
Taylor, Liam and I are sending you and your beautiful family all of our love and prayers. Mark was a huge and wonderful spirit and I will remember him always. Hugs and love my friend. xoxo
Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan,
We are truly saddened by this great loss. As a fellow rugby brother, Pie was a part of many wonderful memories on and off the field. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
-Wally, Rachelle, Cara and Tania Marcolin
Dear Joan, Rob and family
On behalf of the Byrne family, please accept our deepest sympathies and condolences. We are thinking of you at this very difficult time. In respect of Mark, we will have a mass said at St. Joes in Ottawa.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan
I am most definitely at a loss for words regarding the sudden passing of Mark and so I will have to borrow some to express how to state this at this time. “I feel how weak and fruitless must be any words of mine but attempt to beguile you from the grief of a loss so overwhelming.. I pray that our heavenly father may assuage of your bereavement and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and the lost..” Abraham Lincoln
-Thomas and Jenice Wharton
Robert, Joan, Stephanie. We are very saddened to hear of the death of your son, brother, Mark. We want to extend our deepest sympathy also to his wife and children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Carma, Merrill Smith.
Dear Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan, Rob, Joan and Stephanie,
I am shocked and saddened at the news at the loss of Mark. I first met him when he moved to PEI when we were in the same class together. He was a terrific person and was very influential to everybody he met and came into contact with. His drive and passion for whatever he was doing in life was infectious and I will always remember him fondly for that. No matter if you were the top player on the team or the last guy to make the cut, he always treated everyone like they were all equal in the squad.
Please accept my deepest condolences at Mark’s untimely passing.
Les MacDonald
Our sincerest condolences to Robbie, Joan, Stephanie and their Calgary family. Our prayers are with you.
Our deepest sympathies and condolences.
PIE was an amazing person and his presence will never be forgotten. We are so deeply saddened by the news of Mark’s passing. He impacted many lives not only in rugby but also in life and will have a lasting legacy.
Our prayers are with you.
Mike and Ellen Hurd
My heart is heavy with memories. Nothing I can say or write seems to sound right. I will be here, close for you and the kids whenever you need it. Please know you are my friend and will carry some weight for you. I will see you on Sunday.
To all the family of Mark (PIE)
Chip and I coached Mark when we were living in Canada, we always remember what a character he was on and off the field. It was a shock to hear of his passing.
As we all know there is nothing any of us can say or do to make this any better.
Our love, thoughts and condolences go out to you all during this sad time.
He was an amazing man and we feel honoured and proud to have met him and to have him in our lives.
Chip, Dee and family xoxo
Words cannot express the sadness in our hearts for you Bharvi, Maya & Morgan. This will be a most difficult time for you. Our heavy hearts and deepest love will be with you all.
We are so saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. Sending our love and hugs to you all, Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan.
With sympathy,
Rene, Loretta, Cara and Lauren
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan and your families. Kent and I are attending a family funeral in Manitoba so we are unable to be at Mark’s funeral. Sending our deepest love to each and every one of you at this difficult time.
Love Kent and Marlene
Bhairvi, Maya & Morgan
We are so saddened to hear of your terrible loss. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. We wish your lovely family can find some comfort and peace during this difficult time. May happy memories fill your hearts.
Words can not expressed how I feel right now. And I cant image what Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan and PIE’s family are going there. If there is a God, He just got himself a great soldier. My thoughts and prayers are with the Johnston Family. RIP my friend. You will be missed but never forgotten. Shawn Darcy (Hornets RFC) and Family.
Our sincere sympathy to Bob, Joan and all of Mark’s family at this sad time – our thoughts, prayers and sympathy are with you all.
Robert and Joan Johnston: We send to you our sincerest sympathies on the sudden and sad loss of your son Mark. While we did not know him well, we know that many of our family members did and they thought a great deal of him. May God Bless all of you. Regards Mike and Phyllis Duffy, Charlottetown, PEI
Bhairvi and Maya and Morgan: Our deepest condolences on the loss of your husband and father. May God Bless you in your grief. May you know that many are thinking of you at this sad time.
Regards
Mike and Phyllis Duffy, Charlottetown, PEI
I am so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing Bhairvi. I hope I can help you in these next months. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Chantal
Our deepest sympathy to Bhairvi Maya and Morgan at this difficult time. May you take solace in Mark’s memory. The Kelly’s.
Gerard Paula Chris and Colleen.
I am so deeply sorry Bhairvi for the enormous loss you and the children have suffered. I pray for you all during this time of grief and the in the days, weeks and years to come.
So sorry for yours and your children’s loss Bhairvi.
Our sincere condolences on the loss of a husband, father, brother and son. The road ahead will be a difficult one, I pray that faith and family will help you through the days weeks and months ahead.
Jackie & Elmer Arsenault.
You are in my thoughts Bhairvi. Sending love, strength, and peace to you, Maya and Morgan.
It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts we offer our sincere sympathies to you Bhairvi, Morgan, Maya, parents and family of Mark. The weight of this next journey is to be shared. Please if we can help, we are here.
-Chris, Jon, Sheamus and Cameron
Mark was my favourite babysitter growing up. He always made sure we were having fun when we were doing what we were told!
A gentle soul, a wonderful friend and our neighbourhood protector, Mark meant so much to so many and will surely be incredibly missed.
May you rest in peace, Mark. And may there be peace and solace for your friends and family in the face of your tragic loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all <3
Sincerest sympathy to Joan, Robbie, Stephanie and to Mark’s wife, children, and all his extended family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
-Cathy, Peter, Andrew, Alana, and Amy
(Stratford, PEI)
Words cannot express my sincere and heart felt condolences. I am sorry for your loss. Goodbye my rugby brother. Now everyday is a rugby day. You will be missed.
Fire
Bhairvi, I am so, so very sorry. I have no words that can express how deeply saddened I am for you and your beautiful children. You are in my heart.
With love,
-Kelly Deagle
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of your son, Bob and Joan. Our prayers are with you, your daughter, and his family.
At times like this there is so little anyone can say, for there are no words that have ever been invented to fit the loss of a loved one. Our hearts go out to you Bhairvi and to your children Maya and Morgan.
My condolences Bhairvi, Maya and Morgan. My heart is with you as you go through this difficult time. So many fun memories of Mark and Bhairvi.
-hugs to you all!
Uncle Robbie and Aunt Joan, I Am so sorry for your loss. Please pass on my heartfelt sympathy to Mark’s wife and children and to Stephanie. My thoughts are with you all.
Godspeed.
We are deeply saddened by Marks passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. All our love and support.
Uncle Robbie, Aunt Joan, Bhairvi, Maya, Morgan and Stephanie. I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt thoughts are with you all at this sad time. May you all find comfort in your special memories of Mark.
-Paula Johnston Wilson
May you, Maya and Morgan find solace in the fact that you now have an incredible Angel watching over you forever more. You have a beautiful army here on earth to help you walk forward on the hard road ahead. Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that we are here for you.
With much love,
-Terry and Brent ❤️
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