Our dearest friend and boss, Mark Ventre, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 12.  Words cannot express the loss we are all feeling right now.  

If you worked with Mark, he was one of the most fair and unassuming bosses you ever encountered.  He was one to work alongside of you rather than from his office. Mark always made it a point to know everyone on his team. You could count on him to greet you and ask about your spouse, your kids, and grandkids.

One of his hidden gifts was his sense of humor.   He was a practical joker and often did hilarious spot on impersonations of those closest to him.  There was no stopping him when he was on a roll.  Your sides would hurt and you'd cry from laughing so hard.    

His greatest love was his wife Denise and his two boys, Brandon and Eric.   When he spoke of them, you could hear the love and pride in his voice.  Caring for them was the force behind his drive, work ethic, and diplomacy.   

In honor of his loving memory, I am asking that you contribute to this fund so we can help ease the financial burden on his family at this time.  Every little bit helps.