Dignity Memorial
January 17, 2016
In Memory of
Mark Robert Wilson
November 9, 1957 - January 16, 2016
Obituary
Mark Robert Wilson, 58, of Altamonte Springs, FL and New York City, NY passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 16th 2016 in his home in Florida.
He is survived by his mother, Shela, and his brothers Charlie-Cosmo (Deanna) and Jeffrey, all of Altamonte Springs, FL and New York City, NY; his beloved nieces Dylan and Alexandra Wilson of Altamonte Springs, FL; his Aunt Elizabeth Gordon of Sanford, FL; cousin Billie Elizabeth Turkasz (Daniel) of Sugarland, TX and dearest friend Juliette Daley.
Mark was born on November 9th, 1957. He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School (New York City) where he participated in the jazz band, swing band, marching band and theater. Mark served in the Nuclear Power School of the U.S. Navy, also attended Valencia Community College (Florida) and University of Florida. Mark was a musician, actor and voice talent and pursued those interests in New York City, NY; Hollywood, CA and Florida, appearing in commercials, movies, soap-operas and plays. Mark most recently worked several years for Microsoft Corporation. He previously worked with Merrill Lynch at the World Trade Center, NYC, including the time of the September 11th attacks, but was in Seattle that very day interviewing for Microsoft. A longtime science fiction fan, Mark eagerly shared his enthusiasm and extensive collection of related books, movies, comics, games and other materials. His online presence was broad as well, as a gamer and significant Wikipedia editor known as Dreadstar. Mark will also be remembered for his constant wit, unique and humorous observations and playful critiques. There will be a small ceremony, Saturday, February 13th at Glen Haven Memorial Park in Winter Park, Fl. Condolences can be sent to Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home. Please visit www.baldwinfairchild.com to view and sign Mark’s guestbook.
WILSON, Mark (Mark Robert Wilson)
Born: 11/9/1957, New York City, New York, U.S.A.
Died: 1/16/2016, Altamonte Springs, Florida, U.S.A.
Mark Wilson’s western – actor:
The Young Riders (TV) – 1991 (Simon Stuart)