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Marc Koyanagi
August 10, 1964 - September 11, 2017
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2021-09-10 13:11:03 View / Comment (0)
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2018-12-04 18:32:35 View / Comment (0)
Melinda Moore
Loved the stories of his father's fabulous pottery collections; loved learning about his mother's amazing inter-generational artisan skills; loved sharing sake drinking sessions; loved that he could remember & reel-off verbatim everyone's CVs from the market. Best of all, loved his huge depth of kindness and generosity of spirit. What an industry stalwart ... thank you for the laughs. A huge piece of me feels uncooked without you! RIP beautiful xoxo
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2017-09-30 11:47:29 View / Comment (0)
Brian Brown
Yesterday's memorial seemed to perfectly capture the essence of Marc: simple but filled with thought and meaning. That such a large number of people chose to take the time to attend also testifies to how much Marc was both loved and respected. I also think he would have laughed about the somewhat annoying outdoor drilling occurring periodically during the service. For me, Marc was a great professional colleague and a good friend. We worked together during the dark days of the financial crisis, and I cannot think of a better person to have been with during those challenging times. Marc was always calm, thoughtful, and decisive -and, in part because of him, spirits during those times remained positive. Over the subsequent years, Marc was always there to offer me sound counsel and guide me through some pivotal points in my own career. On a couple of occasions, we had talked about possibilities for working together once again- but unfortunately, that was never to be. Instead, I contnue to look to him as a role model in how I conduct myself at work -- and in life. Marc will be sorely missed. My sympathies go out to Susan, Hudson, Gray, and the rest of Marc's family during this difficult time.
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2017-09-29 11:57:57 View / Comment (0)Stephen Abma
Dawn Desjardins and Stephen Abma and family Marc was a great friend who was always up for a good time of which we had many together. From the first time we met at university to seeing him this spring, he always had that same friendly expression. In university Marc played base in Howland House Band and was ready to watch the Leafs at anytime. We were lucky enough to stay in touch even when Marc and Susan moved to Japan and had many happy times with them in London, Geneva and Toronto with Graydon and Hudson and our two girls. Marc and Susan were always extraordinarily gracious hosts and we will miss him tremendously. All our love to Susan, Graydon and Hudson, Marc's mom Kimiko and Eric and his family
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2017-09-29 10:51:57 View / Comment (0)
Dave Gallagher
I was fortunate enough to work with Marc at Mercuria in London for the past 2 years. Over that time, I came to appreciate him not only as a valued and respected colleague but as a good friend. With both of us having kids at ASL and an interest in sports, we started most days with a good chat in the office kitchen or at our desks. Marc truly loved his family and was extremely proud of Gray and Hudson's accomplishments in school and in athletics. He was also a valued member of our Friday lunch excursions to the street food markets of Soho and could always be relied on for good restaurant tips in London. There are many other things that could be said about Marc's importance to us here at Mercuria but they wouldn't even scratch the surface. He will be tremendously missed by all of us but we will always remember him fondly in our hearts.
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2017-09-28 17:15:34 View / Comment (0)
Sandeep Reddy
I first met Marc in 2013 when he joined his company in Geneva, before moving to London. I always found Marc to be courteous and fair, and possess a wonderful sense of integrity and honesty in all our discussions which were mostly work related. When Marc moved to London, I would have a traditional Christmas lunch with him, where we would pick out some of the more unique Japanese restaurants in London, and I got to know Marc better. Apart from being an intelligent and professional person, it was also clear that he was a person that was hugely loving and proud of his family and his sons and their development in life. I recall discussing at length the pros and cons of the film Sharknado and it's sequels with him. I wish his family all the best in life at this difficult time, and in the future, and am proud to have also known Marc I my life.
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2017-09-27 19:43:31 View / Comment (0)
Nicole Rolet
Dear Marc, You have not really left us, at least that’s how unreal this all feels right now-- I hope I continue to feel this way, and I believe I will, because you have always been the rare kind of person that only evokes pleasant associations: I think of your fine character, of lovely conversations about life, work and children in London and Provence, of thoughtful instances of helping each other with kid duties when they were small and life was regulated by school picks challenged by the vagaries of traffic. Always reliable, smart, courteous, but with that twinkle in your eye, with patience and wisdom beyond your years and the infallibly endearing ability to always laugh at my attempts at humour—what’s there not to like? I have always considered you one of the Good Guys, the people that give you faith in the human condition despite newspaper headlines to the contrary. I feel very privileged to have people like you in my constellation of reference people who act on their values and lead by example, implicitly reminding me of how I should treat others instead of throwing my weight around or self-righteously lecturing people, which I’ve been known to do. I had the great fortune of having met you, Susan and the boys at the very start of Graydon’s schooling—this gave me the opportunity to watch your thoughtful parenting, combined with Susan’s exceptional style—both great listeners: I watched your boys blossom into charming and well-adjusted human beings, surely making you and Susan so proud. Graydon’s close friendship with our son Adrien in those early years, the playdates in Cadogan Square, the shared parenting dilemmas, the holidays with us in France, all those times brought our families closer together around the real stuff of life. And at every turn, you remained amiable, gracious and poised, even when we got caught in our vehicles in a scary flash flood in Vaison. Thank you for often sharing Susan with me on weekends and evenings, as I have often relied so heavily on her insightful and thoughtful friendship, but also on her invaluable financial and strategic advice for my company. She is beloved by everyone on our team and they are all waiting in the wings to help. She impresses me as an exceptionally intelligent, deep and resourceful person, yet all her skills and courage are being put to the ultimate test right now, so it’s our opportunity to repay you both for your exceptional kindness and friendship by doing whatever we can for you and your family at this impossibly challenging time. With great affection, appreciation and admiration for you and your family, Nicole (as well as Xavier and Adrien)
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2017-09-25 22:18:59 View / Comment (0)
Nancy Young
I got to know Marc in Goteborg, Sweden during an engineering internship program. A cohort of us from Europe and North America (affectionately referred to as just "the Group") worked together, travelled together, and pretty much just hung out together for a summer in Sweden. We formed friendships that have lasted over time and distance for over thirty years. I was lucky enough to connect with Marc in Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the US. He was always warm, funny, and humble in a confident way. I don 't know if I can describe it, but you knew he was one of the smartest guys in the room, even thought he never bragged about his accomplishments. He will be missed, but will always stay in our hearts.
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2017-09-25 20:31:10 View / Comment (0)
Johan Angelof
I have known Marc over thirty years. We first met when he came to Sweden as an exchange student during his engineering studies in the mid eighties. Marc stayed in Gothenburg Sweden for more than six months and we got to know each other pretty well during that time. Since then we have crossed paths now and then in Tokyo, Toronto, Idaho (US), Les Diableretts (Swittzerland), Näshulta (our home in Sweden) and Marcs home in London. Marc always tried to include everyone in activities, pub visits as well as physical activities and made sure everyone was involved. He had a taste for the odd thing and it was not only once we visited picturesque places far of the mainstream. It was not the sumptuous that appealed to him but rather the unique and odd. During the years we have had discussions in all conceivable subjects and Marc always had a good balance of views concerning most subjects. He was way to diplomatic to ever get into a heated argument, he always seemed to have a comment or a view that brought the discussion back on track. The world would be a much better place if there were more people like Marc in it.
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2017-09-24 21:40:21 View / Comment (0)
Joe Stephen
I have known Marc for nearly 25 years and count him among my closest friends. Over the years, we have sometimes lived in the same cities (including Toronto and New York), while at other times oceans apart. But we’ve always stayed in touch—a feat I attribute to Marc’s incredible loyalty and determination to go the extra mile. He was the kind of guy with whom you could pick right up, no matter how much time had passed. I always looked forward to his newsy emails, updating us on friends, family and work, or the rarer occasions when we’d get our families together when he and Susan were in town. I feel fortunate that our kids had a chance to spend time together and get to know one another. As anyone who knew him could attest, Marc was a smart guy who always had interesting insights into the markets or world affairs. But smart takes are a dime a dozen and Marc offered something more: he always shared his perspective in a classy, understated way. His opinion was much sought after for this reason and Marc was always extremely thoughtful and generous with his time. For instance, as my nephew was graduating from Western Engineering, Marc reached out to him to serve as a sounding board for career advice. Marc was also a master at bringing people together and would go out of his way to connect people if he thought it would prove mutually beneficial. Above all, family came first for Marc. He was a loving, dedicated husband and he and Susan were true soul mates. He was a devoted dad who was so proud of Graydon and Hudson and was intimately involved in their everyday life. He was a cherished son who was intent on helping his mother work through her grief after the passing of his father. Despite a demanding career, Marc made time for his family and they remained his number one priority. I will miss Marc terribly. Theresa, Joseph, Ryan and I are all deeply saddened by his sudden and shocking passing. His memory lives on in the many hearts he touched during his too-short time with us.
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2017-09-20 21:47:36 View / Comment (0)
Parvinder Besely
Marc was a wonderful, humble gentleman, always made time for you and tried to bring out the best in people. In the 2yrs i've known him at Mercuria, he's been more than a colleague, a mentor and friend. I will really miss his laugh, smile and the stories of his youth and travels. I still have one chinese herbal tea bag from him during the cold season, he was always there with remedies and concoctions. Although i only met Hudson a few times, Marc always spoke highly of both of his sons and loved them dearly. So many golden memories, Marc you are irreplaceable. May your soul rest in peace and the Lord Bless you in Heaven.
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2017-09-20 16:00:35 View / Comment (0)
Hudson Koyanagi
First, let me say thank you to everyone that has left a message or been in touch directly to offer their warm wishes, their memories and their condolences. Marc would have loved the chance to speak with each and every one of you. A memorial service is planned for London, to be held on Friday, September 29th at 4pm, in the West Chapel of Golder's Green Crematorium. We would welcome any of you to attend. Subsequently, the Koyanagi family are planning a Celebration of Life in Canada, with details yet to be confirmed, but likely towards the end of November. We will post information as it is available. Thank you again and the best wishes to all of you, Hudson, Graydon & Susan
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2017-09-20 15:54:01 View / Comment (0)john millen
Marc sent me this picture just last month. A bittersweet momento.
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2017-09-20 15:50:52 View / Comment (0)
john millen
Marc, Alison, Johan and I shared a house one year at Business school. What a great time it was! It was sort of magical how we all seemed to get along so well and enjoy each others company. Many afternoons and evenings I studied to the sound of one or two guitars being played. I remember Susan and other class mates joining us for wonderful dinners and BBQs and will never forget the moving guitar playing and singing Neil Young songs late into the night.
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2017-09-19 18:54:06 View / Comment (0)
Julia Woods
Put quite simply Marc was one of the most thoughtful and kind individuals I have ever met. I worked directly for Marc at ML throughout the financial crisis and we shared the pain and stress of that time together. He truly cared for the team and actively encouraged individuals in their careers. I remained in contact with Marc and he was always somebody I trusted for advice and guidance in my career. I never met Susan but did meet his lovely sons when they were younger, what I do know from many conversations with him was that they were all at the centre of a happy and fulfilled life for him. The world has definetley lost one of the good guys.. I feel blessed at having known Marc and saddened deeply by the loss.
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2017-09-19 10:09:12 View / Comment (0)
I can't hold my tears when I re-read Marc's last email sent to me on the 8th of Sept at 3pm. "No worries! And pre-trip is always busy too, we are working on multiple presentations. It was nice seeing you briefly in London. Safe travels back, and see you next time." If Marc could send us a message now, I am sure he would say "No worries! " with his unique warm smile.
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2017-09-18 23:09:35 View / Comment (0)
Craig Leyland
Susan, Graydon and Hudson. I am so sorry to hear about Marc's passing. We would have met at a friends farm in Wiltshire around 2007, actually with Patrick, and have likely seen each other a few times since, when I used to catch up with Marc, often when I was considering a career change, but more as an excuse to have a laugh and enjoy his company. Like many others who have sent messages, to me he was a role model, a great mentor, and a lovely person to be around. He gave me my first real role when I moved to London, I think we bonded in the interview over the fact that I had lived in Toronto many years ago and still travel there to visit friends. Marc was a true gentleman, had great wit and humour and always had time to provide advice and listen, I try to do the same to others where I get the opportunity as I know my career and experiences since moving to London and meeting Marc would not have been as enjoyable and fulfilling without his advice and guidance. I hope the words you read from everyone who has sent messages help you to know how much of a positive impact Marc has had on many people including myself.
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2017-09-18 22:48:15 View / Comment (0)
Beth Pollack
Susan, Graydon and Hudson. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Like so many others that have stepped up to pay their respects, Marc was a mentor and a role model to me. We met over 17 yrs ago when I had just graduated from undergrad. A woman from an immigrant family in the "mans world" of finance, he took me under his wing, and believed in me. He supported me as I dreamed of what was possible. He tracked my career thoughtfully ever since, and I have followed your adventures as a family. So impressed by the close friends and colleagues you made as you globe trotted. We would meet every few years in one city or another to catch up. He loved you all so much and was so proud of the boys. Over the years, the one theme consistent in our convos was raising you to be good, smart, thoughtful people who had friends from all different backgrounds/classes. Its amazing to see pictures of you all grown up at 16 and 13. Like everyone, I am shocked and saddened by the news. An amazing man, gone too soon. My sincere condolences.
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2017-09-18 21:45:52 View / Comment (0)
Sarah Egerton-Warburton
Thoughts from the EW family.... still in shock and hard to believe that Marc won't rock up with his beaming smile and infectious sense of humour. So many happy memories of Marc's many talents, from his love of 1970/80s music (he is the only man we know who could recognise all the songs of Now That's What I Call Music No.2!), black belt sushi maestro, camping wizard and dad in a million. Marc was always a great listener, a true gentleman and lovely company.
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2017-09-18 18:53:28 View / Comment (0)
Patrick Qua
Susan, Gray, and Hudson - we had met only once maybe around 2007 on a day out on a colleague's family farm in London. Marc was firstly my manager's manager, then became a mentor and ultimately a role model. Without him, I would not be where I am in my career and as a consequence the life I gratefully savour each day. He took the time to candidly share his experiences and advice with me in a truly altruistic fashion with no prospect of reciprocity. I think the point I am making here is that the kindness of the man who was your husband and father spreads far, deep and wide; and even as you read my memory now, I am sure there are innumerably more lives he has touched that you may never hear about. I will celebrate his life by doing my best to emulate his generosity, mentoring others where I can, passing down his legacy that does not end with the beating of the heart.
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2017-09-18 17:55:48 View / Comment (0)
David Stanton
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Marc for 5 years. One part of Marc's role was being the face of our company to over 100 banks and financial institutions. Over the last week we have received so many messages of condolences. Every one of these messages held a common theme, professional, patient, a pleasure to work with but most of all a great human being. My favorite memory was a drink after work, which evolved (or should I say descended) into a game of darts. Whilst all around were flushed with bravado and predictions of total domination, Marc, as was his way, smiled and giggled to himself at the ever increasing hyperbole around him. As is always the way the skill did not match the bravado and the legend of the "K-man" was born as he repeatedly wiped the floor with the rest of us. To me Marc was someone I could laugh with, someone I could talk to, a voice of reason in a storm of excitement. I have always thought the Rudyard Kipling poem "If" was a biography of Marc. I still do ! Vale K-man you will be missed
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2017-09-18 14:25:24 View / Comment (0)
Lorraine O'Keeffe
From The Alexandre Family - Douglas, Lorraine, Conrad, Lawrence and Elise: I have an abiding memory of Marc, whether at Farnham Park or at Finsbury, he always had a huge welcoming smile and was happy to chat whether your kids were playing on the same team or not. He was a true gent, a real example of sportsmanship when some around were not. We are so desperately sad, Susan, Gray and Hudson at your loss and I hope in time the memories will be less painful.
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2017-09-17 22:07:30 View / Comment (0)
Stacey Towfighi
We met Marc and Susan our 1st year back in London as neighbors on Loudoun Road. Our friendship evolved from sidewalk conversations to shared travel out to the scrubs watching our boys play flag football on many cold Sunday AMs to rainy and sunny weekends in the spring watching baseball. We shared many jokes and laughs on our hailo rides out the scrubs and to Finsbury Park for travel baseball. The logistics weren't always smooth but Marc made sure to keep our moods light with a funny joke or story. Ali and I will fondly remember picnics and pitchers of Pimms watching long innings of baseball at Finsbury Park. Our family will always remember New Years Eve together and the delicious Japanese food Marc prepared for this special celebration. Marc was a class act and a true gentleman who left this world, his family and friends too soon. We are sending love and prayers to Susan, Gray, Hudson and your extended families.
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2017-09-17 20:07:52 View / Comment (0)
Morgan Fluin
Morgan Fluin The bloke could have been an Aussie. Out at Farnham one day and he pulls off one his flip flops ( known as ''thongs'' in the Southern Hemisphere) to show me an in- built bottle opener in one the soles. He won my heart from that moment. He kept on winning my heart with every conversation we had, family, ageing parents..... cricket. Marc was interested in everything, so engaging and extremely funny. I always came away from spending time with Marc feeling a bit better about the world. I loved that guy and always will. I'm going to find a pair of those flip flops for myself and wear them in honour of my mate. Heartbroken.
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2017-09-17 12:32:59 View / Comment (0)
Lisa Macadam
We met Marc through GB baseball and spent time with him and the boys on international tournaments and practice weekends. We had some great laughs on those trips. Marc would often send a message to me and kevin personally saying kind things about myles and words of encouragement. I've never met a more kind or thoughtful man and we've never shed so many tears over someone who we'd known for such a short time. Our hearts go out to the family and we are sending all the love and support we can. We will find a way to pay tribute to a lost member of the baseball family in the north of England and would love to be involved in any work you do in his memory x lisa, kevin and myles
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2017-09-17 04:24:58 View / Comment (0)Jennifer Kemp
Photo taken at a family summer barbeque at Bruce & Anne Harrop's in Toronto.
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2017-09-17 04:20:36 View / Comment (0)
Jennifer Kemp
Marc was one of my dearest friends. I met Marc in 1st year at the University of Toronto in Japanese class. We would set time to meet to study but ended up hitting balls on the Vic campus tennis courts or going out for a beer. You could not find a kinder, more generous human being. Over 30 years of friendship I have so many fond memories. Luckily I still have letters he sent to me over the years. We shared a house with 5 friends one summer in Banff and worked at Saitoh Furs, selling Canadian souvenirs to Japanese tourists. I sold the goods and then Marc would wrap them up very neatly and help the customers prepare packages to be mailed back to Japan. Both of our careers took us to Toronto, New York and Tokyo so we were able to keep in touch. He loved children and was an amazing father who adored his two sons, Graydon and Hudson and was so proud of them. He was an honorary uncle to my two daughters Mia & Kate. We loved his annual visits to Tokyo and goodies from Harrods. Marc taught me how to make miso soup and Japanese style curry rice. It was always fun to meet Marc for drinks and dinner at his latest favourite Japanese izakaya. Marc traveled the world and had so many friends in so many countries. I know he had a very rich, exciting and successful career but to be honest, I still don't really know what he did day to day. He was never one to talk about work. He wanted to chat about what was most important to him - family and friends. I was so fortunate to call him my friend and will forever cherish our times together.
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2017-09-16 16:52:35 View / Comment (0)
Conor Latham
Marc was truly the nicest guy I think I have ever met. Never did I see him without a smile on his face. He always made a point to come and shake my hand and ask how I was. I remember once I wasn't feeling great but he made me laugh and feel better again. I left our conversation feeling better than when I went in. He was truly an amazing person.
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2017-09-16 15:27:00 View / Comment (0)
Hudson Koyanagi
Thanks to everyone for these thoughts and photos. So much has happened over the years, we had rich experiences due to the interesting and caring people we met along the way. We'll update you concerning events and arrangements in the near future. But in the meantime, please know that we are thinking of you and of course, of Marc.
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2017-09-16 11:15:11 View / Comment (0)
Johan Hoogerbrug
Marc, I will miss you, my dear friend. I am sure you are in a good place now, but your passing away is a shock and feels far too early and far too sudden. It seems not so long time ago that we met in 1990, me, an exchange student from Holland, borrowing the room from Alison, to live together with you and John Millen for 4 months in a bungalow in London, Ontario, while studying at Western. I still remember the warm welcome, how I felt immediately accepted, our great long discussions, Manuela coming over to make us pasta and the guitar playing and singing afterwards. It was the period of time that you fell in love with Susan, still remember her coming over to our place, young, intelligent, well informed and always with a big smile. We graduated, you in Canada and I in Holland and time traveled fast. I remember coming over with the family to London and meeting Graydon and Hudson, two great bright young boys with lots of energy and humor. In occasions, we met with our families, I always felt like we catched up immediately, the beautiful thing of good friendship, there is no erosion of it by time. Marc, I will miss you and regret we were not able to meet more often. Your friendship enriched my life and I am grateful for that. I wish Susan, Graydon, Hudson and the family strength through these hard times and we will be there for them whenever needed.
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2017-09-15 18:33:56 View / Comment (0)
Richard Laidler
Marc's passing still hasn't sunk in for me. His presence is still all over my phone messages and email inbox. I am still seeing news stories etc. and thinking that I'll send it to him or " I wonder what Marc thinks about this" . I first met Marc nearly 30 years ago and have been in regular contact ever since. Being more of a sulky introvert I was surprised by Marc's openness and that he was so friendly with everyone. Any one was welcome to come over to Marc's apartment . He was always very interested and tolerant of other people and I think learnt from him to be more so myself. Since then I have enjoyed years of friendship that have been sadly brought to an end. He was so kind to me, even helping me with job applications and always offering me a place to stay when I was in London. He was always so keen to meet for beer and curry that he would rush from airports and business meetings and I am so sad that it isn't going to happen anymore. Marc was some one that I looked up to and went to for advice and he was also always one for looking adversity in the face and getting on with life the best he could. I find this thought comforting as I try to do the same.
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2017-09-15 11:42:39 View / Comment (0)
Shravan Muthuswamy
I first met marc in 2012 and then he moved to mercuria london office . We just clicked immediately and became very good friends. . Marc always brings smile and positive attitude to work.I had the privilege of sitting opposite to him in the london office . He was very hard working and cheerful character.Msrc was friend ,philosopher and guide to me. Always watched my back .He loved his kids very much, always used to share hudson's passion for food and graydon's passion for baseball.Was very proud of his kids. He was a gr8 influence on me .His sudden departure deprived me of a good friend and colleague. ***May his soul rest in peace****
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2017-09-15 07:45:03 View / Comment (0)Sylvia Busby
My dear cousin Marc, you will be missed each and every day. Thank you for always being there for me as we were growing up. xoxoxo
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2017-09-14 21:44:49 View / Comment (0)
Dave Kettle
We met in the back of a cab in Belgrade, on the way to a baseball field of course. I remember the stories of the seven Ćevapi lunch, and I remember the strange pink hummus stuff that they serve for breakfast in Serbia. Marc was the only taker all week and even had a carry out for the plane home. I remember late nights in Switzerland, thoughtful conversation, witty observation and laughing. Marc and I just bumped into each other a lot over the last couple of years, and it was always a pleasure for both Amanda and I. Whether it was being welcomed to The Scrubs on a Saturday and urged towards the chilli truck (great chilli), or swinging a virtual bat in a virtual batting cage in Hyde Park, bumping into Marc made the day a little better. Truly the most English Gent of Canadians I ever met.
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2017-09-14 15:43:55 View / Comment (0)
As a work colleague from Geneva we would impatiently wait for Marc to come and visit us and scramble to the desk where he would leave packets of biscuits for us all. We have fond memories of him and his presence will be sorely missed.
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2017-09-14 15:14:47 View / Comment (0)
Marc was someone I always looked forward to seeing. He was an amazing husband, father and coach. A true gentlemen in every way. I will miss his smile, his laugh, his advice and his friendship. This is a tragic and extremely sad loss. Susan, Gray, Hudson - we will all do everything and anything for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family. - Coach Stanton
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2017-09-14 12:23:33 View / Comment (0)
Hudson Koyanagi
In memory of Marc we have set up a Just Giving page, to benefit Right to Play. Any donations that could be made in place of flowers or gifts to the family would be much appreciated. Susan, Gray & Hudson
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Melinda Moore
4 years and still a huge hole Miss you beautiful M xoxo
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