Mark Michel Obituary

Mark and I shared some adventures while at Datastream. One of my favorite memories was a project we shared in Midtown NYC. Tough city and even tougher customer. No one could break through their tough exterior until Mark came along. He charmed every single one of them, including the security guards, bartenders, and every stranger we met. What a memorable trip and memorable guy. Mark was as genuine as they come and he will be sorely missed by all of us still in the industry. Rest in Peace, Mark...

I was a college housemate of Mark´s - of course we all called him "Boz" back then because, at one time, he had a Brian Bozworth haircut and the muscular build of the Boz too.
We could have easily called him Brother "Bluto" though after John Belushi in Animal House because he was always the life of the party.
One of the things we loved most about Mark was that there was never a dull moment when Boz was around. Despite all the wild and crazy times we had together, we all loved Mark because behind that rough and tough exterior, his crazy antics and the lively conversations we had with him, Mark was really a softy and had a heart of gold. In college, he often spoke of his younger brother, Matt (who is affectionately referred to as Einstein"), and his grandmother, with great love and affection. Matt, if you read this, Mark really loved you. I know because he told me so (even if he didn´t tell you often).
Mark was loved by everyone who knew him. And will forever be remembered in all our hearts and minds and he will be missed by all who knew him.
Forever your Friend Boz
- Dan Karapondo (AKA "Norm", AKA "Q") - 27 Franklin Ave, Athens ca 1985-1991

Mark was always a ray of passionate sunshine. He made an effort to always stay in touch after our work lives went separate directions. I would always get a text around each holiday wishing me and my family well. He always ended with let´s get together soon. We waited too long. Heaven gained a great one. God´s blessings to all of his family.

I worked with Mark at Datastream. He was very respectful and always left you feeling better. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.

I am so very sorry for the family´s loss. Prayers go to all! May Mark Rest in Eternal Peace.

I was the recruiter who placed Mark at Fluor. He was always willing to help others and was fun to be around. We had just messaged about a work question last month. He will be missed!

Mark's friends on the Platform team, miss him. We miss his friendly outgoing nature. We miss how he was always interested in you as a person. Mark was one of the good ones, and we miss him.

Bel, I am so terribly sorry to hear about Mark. I wish there was something that I could do to ease your grief right now. Please know that I will be thinking about you.

Our sincere condolences from your neighbors.

Mark loved life! Always fun to be around! Mark, you will be missed, RIP.