Whenever I hosted an event, he was always there, cheering me on, encouraging me to give my best. I can still feel the gentle tap of his hand on my back and hear his words ringing in my ears: “Good job, Almyra", "Well done, Almyra, "What a great show, Amyra.” Those words gave me strength, and his smile and laughter whenever I cracked a joke gave me courage. Knowing I will never experience that again breaks my heart more than I can put into words.

I remember how Doc Mark would tell me he was like a father to me here. And truly, he was. He was more than my boss, more than my mentor. He was a father figure to a daughter chasing her dreams far away from home.

I will never forget how he encouraged me when he learned about my health condition. He told me to keep fighting, to keep getting better, and to never give up. His encouragement, his wisdom, and his kindness, they all gave me strength when I thought I had none left. This proves that he was not only a wonderful boss. He was a remarkable soul. A man who carried light in his heart and shared it with everyone around him. A man whose guidance touched so many lives, and whose memory will forever live in mine.

Doc Mark, thank you for being my mentor, my supporter, and my father here in a foreign land. Thank you for your laughter, your wisdom, and your belief in me. I will carry you with me always, in everything I do. You will never be forgotten, only remembered with the deepest love and endless gratitude. - Ms. Almyra  

It’s difficult to find the right words to express the sadness of losing someone who made such a profound impact on so many lives, both personally and professionally.

Dr. Mark was more than a leader; he was a guide, a mentor, and an inspiration. His belief in my potential gave me the courage to embrace challenges and pursue growth. He saw strengths in me that I hadn’t yet recognised in myself; and his trust gave me the confidence to step into roles and responsibilities I might have otherwise doubted I could handle.

What I’ll always carry with me, beyond his professional wisdom, are the moments we shared: the light-hearted jokes that broke the tension during busy days, and the sincere, thoughtful conversations that reminded me how deeply he cared about people, not just results. He had a rare ability to lead with both strength and kindness.

One of the things I will always be deeply grateful for is how he welcomed me back to FilBrit with open arms after my resignation. That act alone spoke volumes about the kind of leader and person he was. It meant more to me than he probably knew.

Dr. Mark’s legacy will live on, not only in the success of the FilBrit Group but in every person he empowered, inspired, and believed in. I am honoured to be one of them.

Rest in peace, Dr. Mark. Thank you for everything.

With deepest respect and gratitude,

Teacher Ronnel

I wish I could say more, but I don't know what I should.

"He was a great mentor," "He was cheerful," "He was smart," "He was..." I don't know enough. But I'm sure there are may that have felt and feel that about him.

I hope the people that deeply loved him, respected him, and admired him can cope with this unfortunate loss.

My condolences, to those people- Guielle F.

Writing this now brings a deep ache to my heart. It’s never easy to lose someone who felt like a “father” figure — especially in a foreign land. Dr. Mark was not only a mentor and a leader; he was a source of warmth and encouragement to everyone around him. Though we rarely met, he always made us feel welcome and seen. I still remember during our last event, he proudly made a video of me dancing — that was who he was, always celebrating the success and joy of others.

I can still hear his calm and gentle voice from the same day he passed. I was on the phone arranging a meeting for us, not knowing it would be the last time I’d hear that reassuring tone that had guided so many of us.

How do we move on from this loss? I honestly don’t know. But one thing I’m sure of — we will carry on his legacy. We will continue what he started by guiding every student we meet and helping them achieve their goals, just as he always wanted.

Thank you, Dr. Mark, for believing in me. You will be missed deeply, but your legacy, your kindness, and your vision will continue to live in all of us.

Dr. Mark, it’s hard for me to find the right words because losing you still feels unreal. You were not just our Chairman or Boss, you were someone I truly admired and respected. You led with so much kindness and understanding that working with you never felt like a task; it felt like being part of the family and something meaningful.

I will always remember your calm presence, and your way of making everyone feel valued. You never failed to listen, to encourage, and to lift us up when things got rough.

Your gentle smile, wisdom, and kindness will be greatly missed. But your legacy continues to inspire, in how we work, treat others, and choose to teach with love, just like you did.

Thank you, Dr. Mark, for everything - for your guidance, trust, and genuine care. You were not just a great leader…you were a good man. And I will always be grateful that I had the chance to work with you and learn from you.

Rest in peace, Dr. Mark. You will always be remembered…

With respect and deep appreciation,

Arlene