Mark was a good man. In fact, one of the best. He was thoughtful, kind, honest, always present, incredibly smart and witty, a deep thinker and loved his family and friends fiercely.
Mark was diagnosed with Stage 4 Glioblastoma
in December 2020 and the Lifehouse has been caring for him since February 2021.
Mark approached his 'brain cancer problem' as he did everything - head on with dogged determination. After some months of treatment and being relatively well, Mark needed a second operation due to unexpected growth of the cancer. He was admitted as an
inpatient at the very special Lifehouse on 4th October. Mark deteriorated quickly and was cared for by multiple incredible staff across the Lifehouse, with the palliative care team carrying him gently and with dignity until the very end. Mark peacefully passed away on 28th October 2021.
Mark made a point of living his life well and the Lifehouse was such a huge part of enabling him to die well also. We will be forever grateful to the nurses, doctors, and support staff at Chris O'Brien Lifehouse for the dedicated care, support and kindness shown to Mark and our family, especially when Mark passed away – giving us all of the time, space and support we needed.
To honour Mark’s life, and in lieu of flowers, please show your support for a cause that has impacted all of our lives, by donating generously.
100% of the funds raised go back into patient care, funding life-changing research and getting us closer to a future free from cancer.
$520
Carolyn Smith
$515
Justine & Lucian
$515
Jeff Neilson
$515
Su Mariani & Joseph Furolo
Darling Caz, Bella & Joel, what a life lived! We were so honoured to share in the story of Mark and Caz and learn so many beautiful things about Mark. We are here for you all.
$420
Drew Smith
Love you uncle Mark Drew xxx
$261
J&j
With all our love and thoughts.
$261
Adam Wells
Caz, Bella and Joel Sending you all so much love. Mark was a great man! He will be missed. His wit his heartfelt pride for his family and his support. Love Adam Brodie and Sally ❤️❤️❤️
$261
Zinta And David
With respect to Mark, Caz, Bella and Joel. May this donation to Lifehouse help some other family in need of care
$208.80
Anna Gauci
$208.80
Tina Mccreery
Our love and thoughts are with you at this time. We are here for you always Tina, Nick, Jordan, Amelie and Siara x
$208.80
Alison Lyons
It’s so sad that your Dad and Life Partner had to leave so early. Sending you love and hugs to help you as you grieve 💜💜💜
$208.80
James Arvanitakis
Hey Carolyn, Bella and Joel... I can only imagine what you are going through. Sending you our thoughts and love. While it's been a long time, we will raise a glass to Mark and celebrate a life well lived... james
$208.80
Liz Robertson
Love to Caz Bella and Joel for their inspirational strength and generosity throughout this last year. Much love David Liz Allie and Blair ❤
$208.80
Kate Palmer And Ken Thomas
$200
Steph And Jace
Thanks Steph and Jace for your friendship, creativity and generosity. This donation is on behalf and because of you. Caz xxx
$156.60
Anonymous
$135.72
Retsky Timmens
Thanks Rett, Clive, AJ and Lara. He will be with you in the Happy place
$105.50
Joanne Robinson
Love you xo
$105.50
Steve Walsh
$105.50
Fiona And Rustum
Hi Caz, Bella and Joel No doubt there has been a lot of adjustments and difficult times since Mark passed. I hope things get easier for you all but that the wonderful memories of shared times with Mark/dad never fade. Love fiona and rustum
$105.50
David “ruse” Torossian
With love Ruse
$105.50
The Braines
Love you all. Will never forget Langa ❤️
$105.50
Zinta Harrington
A celebration of love
$105.50
Karen Doak
Missing you Langa x
$105.50
Mike Hure
Happy to assist a great cause in honour of Mark
$105.50
Anonymous
$105.50
Gary
A very dear friend of mine was supported by Lifehouse for the last year of her life, and it was a lifeboat. Stay strong, enjoy life. Mark would want nothing less.
$104.40
Jenny & Don Katauskas
$104.40
Olivia & Richard Rousset Martin
$104.40
Bernie, Julia, Harvey And Hoagy
We love you.
$104.40
Kim Bonnici And Tim Healy
$104.40
Karen And Paul Doak
Our thoughts and prayers are with you x
$104.40
Kelli Sives
Dear Caz, Bella and Joel, We are so sorry to hear this devastating news. May the love and support of family and friends wrap you up and carry you through this incredibly difficult time. Thinking of you all and sending much love, Kelli, Adam, Maya and Will
$104.40
Rachael Bernstone
Sending you all my love and support. Rach xx
$104.40
Stuart And Wendy Rattray
$104.40
Jude, Dermot, Joe And Ivy Browne Mcgee
Dear Caz, Bella, Joel and family So sorry to hear that you’ve lost Mark. We are thinking of you all and sending all our love. Thanks for giving us this opportunity to donate in Mark’s honour and memory. Xxxxx
$104.40
Jenni,micheal And Sydney Hure
All our love and support to you Caz,Bella and Joel Love Jenni, Micheal and Sydney Hure
$104.40
Spark Interact
Hi Cass Bella and Joel Very sorry to hear the news.
$104.40
Anthony And Tara Cambridge
Rest In Peace Langa.
$104.40
Tim Oconnor
Love you guys!
$104.40
Kel & Cass
❤️
$104.40
Anonymous
$104.40
Sue-ellen, Melissa And Rafi
Dear Caz and Bella and Joel, our deepest sympathies to you. Sending you all our love and support in the face of your devastating loss.
$104.40
Mark Bonhote
$104.40
Anonymous
$104.40
Vernon & Priviledge
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family x
$104.40
Pam Illidge
Sending lots of love and huge hugs. My heart and thoughts are with you all at this very sad time xxx
$104.40
Theo Hastings
I only heard about this today. I am terribly sad to hear about your loss and cannot imagine how hard this must be to process. Hugs Theo.
$104.40
Kate Jonas
$104.40
Anonymous
I had always looked forward to reuniting with Mark again in Australia one of these days, I am gutted that it will not happen. Heartfelt condolences to Caz, Bella and Joel. Take care, Dan
$104.40
Rebecca Grattan
$104.40
Sunita Hora
Dearest Carolyn, Bella and Joel, I extend my deepest sympathy on Mark's passing. Lots of love Sunita
$104.40
Jodie & Leonie Little
Hi Carolyn and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your family during this time. We hope this donation brings comfort to others and helps keep Mark's memory alive. Love from Jodie & Leonie
$104.40
Melanie Lawson
Vale to a beautiful human being. He will always be with each of you, sharing the journey of your lives and shaping who you are. XX
$104.40
Laura And Hamish Foo
Love you xx
$104.40
Patricia Ryan
Such a top bloke who had the great fortune of being surrounded by so much love. Xx
$104.40
Emma And David Price
Much love xx
$104.40
Jesse & Veena
Thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
$83.52
Tanya, Angus, Lindsay & Tiahna
$78.30
Ellie Stinson
Xoxo
$78.30
Sharon Pike
Dear Caz, Bella and Joel. Thinking of you and sending all my love xx
$78.30
Gillian Flaherty
Sending love and strength to you all xxxx
$52.75
Ashleigh Blackford
$52.75
Brian Lmelocco
$52.75
Mark Healey
Love you guys.
$52.75
Rhonda, Neil And Alex
All our love and thoughts are with you xxxxx💕
$52.75
Kim And Trev
Sending Love ❤️
$52.75
Adam O’farrell
$52.75
Martin Woodcock
$52.75
Stu White
$52.75
Jane Pearson
Caz I only too well know the hole marks loss has left for you and the kids. While we are still marked by the absence of loved ones who lost their lives to cancer, I think it's worth celebrating the knowledge that we as a community are privileged to have access to such a wonderful, professional and comforting institution that is the lifehouse . Love Jane, scout and marlowe
$52.20
Anthony Dockrill
Thanks Captain!
$52.20
Nicky, Brods And Sal ? Wells
With love and memories ❤️
$52.20
Sharon Mckenzie
$52.20
Frances Mckiernan
$52.20
Tony Younan
Our thoughts are with you always. Mark will always be remembered in our hearts. We will miss him x
$52.20
Maggie Jones
$52.20
Angela Begas
All my love to Caz, Bella and Joel xxx
$52.20
Sindy Tse
$52.20
Nearmap Colleagues
Caz, Bella, & Joel- During a small gathering at Nearmap, colleagues donate to contribute to Lifehouse in honor of Mark
$52.20
Stephen Smith
$52.20
Craig And Jules
$52.20
Maggie Jones
$52.20
Christine Bain
$52.20
Sharon Mckenzie
$52.20
Anonymous
$52.20
Silvana Desovska
Always remember the love & remember love never dies.
$52.20
Johanna Kerrigan
Love you all
$52.20
Jennifer Black
All love to you at this time.
$52.20
Mel, Michael And Family
To Caz, Bella and Joel, Its so hard to find the words to express our sorrow at the loss of your husband and Dad. You are all in our thoughts and sending all our love. Melinda, Michael, Caley, Dylan and Jesse
$52.20
A Glenn
a small thing, Hats off to a big bloke:
$52.20
Victoria Kent
Langa family. Thanks for the privilege to be apart of your celebration service for Mark. Victoria.
$52.20
Jenna
I am heartened to know that Mark had excellent professional care at the end of his life, because, without a doubt, I know his family would've while heartedly and tenaciously been there for him.
$50
Mark Bonhote
$50
Scott , Megan And Charli
$50
Suz And Luke Dinham
$31.32
Jennifer
❤️❤️
$31.32
Carol Thornton
$26.10
We are so grateful to the incredible care and kindness shown to us by everyone at the LifeHouse. I hope Langa’s page can keep being a place we get to Give in his name. Thanks to all our friends and family who have already so generously donated (over the last 10 months) and again recently inspired by his Jets memorial. We love you all deeply and we will always love you Langa. Çaz, Bella and Joel xx