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Mark Sherman

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Mark Sherman

Birth
Brooklyn, Kings County, New York, USA
Death
10 Oct 2008 (aged 86)
Los Altos, Santa Clara County, California, USA
Burial
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, USA Add to Map
Plot
Adobe Creek Mausoleum, Memorial Garden
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Mark Sherman

Born April 4, 1923 [sic] in Brooklyn, New York died peacefully in his sleep on October 11, 2008 in Los Altos, CA. As in life, Mark fought his illness with bravery and pride.

He is predeceased by his loving companion of 30 years, Barbara Kane; he is survived by his 4 stepchildren, Shelley Calonica, Grace Pintler, Randy Kane and Kelly Kane, and many loving grandchildren.

Veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, successful restauranteur, and accomplished poker player, Mark led a colorful life not without adversity. After surviving a car accident that nearly took his life, Mark embarked on a career in poker that would result in his being described as "one of the best to ever play the game." Play like a champ, win like a champ, act like a champ. In life Mark did just that. He will be remembered as a generous, kind and honorable family man, who was always there for his friends and family when in need. All will sadly miss him.

The family will hold a private memorial. Friends and acquaintances are welcome to share their written remembrances however brief they may be, and would be considered a treasured keepsake for the family of Mark Sherman. Please send to [redacted for privacy]

Colma Cremation & Funeral Services 650-757-1300

Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 19, 2008.
Mark Sherman

Born April 4, 1923 [sic] in Brooklyn, New York died peacefully in his sleep on October 11, 2008 in Los Altos, CA. As in life, Mark fought his illness with bravery and pride.

He is predeceased by his loving companion of 30 years, Barbara Kane; he is survived by his 4 stepchildren, Shelley Calonica, Grace Pintler, Randy Kane and Kelly Kane, and many loving grandchildren.

Veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II, successful restauranteur, and accomplished poker player, Mark led a colorful life not without adversity. After surviving a car accident that nearly took his life, Mark embarked on a career in poker that would result in his being described as "one of the best to ever play the game." Play like a champ, win like a champ, act like a champ. In life Mark did just that. He will be remembered as a generous, kind and honorable family man, who was always there for his friends and family when in need. All will sadly miss him.

The family will hold a private memorial. Friends and acquaintances are welcome to share their written remembrances however brief they may be, and would be considered a treasured keepsake for the family of Mark Sherman. Please send to [redacted for privacy]

Colma Cremation & Funeral Services 650-757-1300

Published in San Francisco Chronicle on Oct. 19, 2008.

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  • Created by: Mark Utley
  • Added: Jan 15, 2017
  • Find a Grave Memorial ID:
  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/175362500/mark-sherman: accessed ), memorial page for Mark Sherman (4 Apr 1922–10 Oct 2008), Find a Grave Memorial ID 175362500, citing Alta Mesa Memorial Park, Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California, USA; Maintained by Mark Utley (contributor 47178748).