Of course everyone knows that the past is significant in all aspects of the future, yet sometimes we fail to realize this small detail. I have known Mark as a very close and great friend of my mother, but I know that I will never truly understand the amity they had. I know I will never understand the extent of their friendship. Although this is true, I still have a piece of his existence that remains within me. As a child, about ten years old, I remember our trip to Universal Studios. I remember the way my mom and him communicated. I remember how they felt. I remember how his presence made everything better. It was as if I had known him my whole life. The laughter, the enthusiasm, the amity of it all was a very significant part of my life. And even before this tenth year of my life, when I was five, I remember having insignificant water fights with him in the pool, but now I realize that those were not insignificant, but very momentous. I even remember the way he would pick me high into the air. It felt as if I were flying, as if I could touch the sky. The memory of his huge shoes that I once wore still is stained inside my mind. Even the simple dance moves that he showed me when I was a child still is inside me. Even though I can’t remember the dance steps, I know that I was with him and that he was with me. I knew, by his actions and friendliness, that he was someone great, someone trusting, someone important in not only my mother’s life, but in my life. Now as I sit here, sixteen years old, writing this note of how he made my past very significant, I realize how short and precious life can be, and how great and important one man can be in one’s life. And now I must try and cope with the loss of a man who I didn’t even know, but who I knew deep within my heart and soul. I must now cope with his absence, and I must try and remember all the remarkable things he did for my life. And finally, I must now go into my room, and try bringing his memory back into my house by remembering the dance steps he had taught me. I will remember the dance steps much easier, now that I know that I have walked in his huge shoes. ~Love, Kelby Peeler

My dear friend Mark,
I met Mark in Reno when he was in Hello Hollywood for MGM. I was a city manager for the movie theater where the hello hollywood cast would have there monthly 2:30 a.m. parties for the cast. A dear friend introduced me to Mark , i remember thinking this guy is a walking smile_.he should do a toothpaste commercial. I told him that years later and he laughed that great laugh ---I will never forget that laugh. Well from that day on we became friends. He was the greatest person to go shopping with. He just loved it., talk about parties he loved that too. He was so meticulous at designing his costumes for all the great halloween bashes, do not dare to get in his way,and try to sneak a peak--you better not. But when he came out with his costume finished he would always be great. What fun and great memories for all of the guests that have attended the parties thru all the years. Mark has always treated everyone the same and he always took his time to listen and laugh. There will always be a special place in my heart for Mark, he helped me feel better about myself when I went thru my divorce--he was there for my son and me. We both will love him forever. Mark had a fantastic heart. When the electricity went out in New York, God had decided it was not enough ,so he turned out Pennsylvania and Ohio (my home state)to help generate enough power to make the brightest star. So if you happen to look to the sky tonight--the brightest star you will see will be Mark. And if you really look close you will not miss it because there will be that smile! Love, Colleen & Kelby Peeler

Mark Brey was simply awesome.  On stage and off, he put it out there like no one I have ever met before.  I learned so much from him not only as an actor, but as a human being.  He was pure joy in human form.  I remember hearing about Mark several months before I met him.  Once I found out that I was going to be in "Cinderella" the first thing Drew, a friend and actor who was in the show the year before said, was, "Is Mark Brey coming back?  He is so great.  He's a star.  You will love him."  Indeed, I did love him.  He was everything Drew described and more.  I am so glad I had the priviledge of working with him.  I learned so much from him.  His zest for life was infectious.  He was a rock-star in the truest sense of the word. I  kind of felt sad for the audiences of "Cinderella", because the real treat was hanging out backstage with Mark.  He was funny onstage, but amazing off it.  I consider him a mentor and am still learning from the way he lived his life.  Thank you Mark for being you.  Your numerous skills and many talents have warmed my heart and enriched my life.  You are a shining example of how we all should live our lives. God Bless,
Brian Rodda

I cannot think of Mark without remembering the sound of his laughter and the way his face would light up when he smiled. I met Mark in 1979 and have thought of him often over the years. He was a true performer and more important a true friend. He adored his family and let everyone no it.   Mark came to my High School and delivered me a singing telegram on my 17th birthday. I was so embarrassed but not Mark. He just smiled that beaming smile of his and let me know that there was no one else in that room but me. He made me feel special. But that was Mark's way.   Mark was my first true crush:):)  And although I've now been happily married for over 22 years and have 6 children I will always hold a special place in my heart for a very special person.
                                                

Beth Morrison~

I first met Mark this past June during his second run of Singin in the Rain in Waltham, MA with the Reagle Players.   It was my first time out with this theater and I really didn't know anyone.   I also had been busy raising two kids and truly had been out of the  "Theater Loop" for a few years and  wanted  so much to get back.   On the first night of rehearsal, everyone pretty much knew each other from the past production and was getting reaquainted.   I knew no one.   Mark came up to me realizing I was the new kid on the block.  He extended his hand to me, introduced himself, and  welcomed me.   I'll never forget how relaxed he made me  feel.  He was so sincere.   My favorite times with  Mark was right before  the show started. We would be in the wings and joke about how I would love to play Peter Pan some day and he would be my Captain Hook.   I had hoped to work with Mark again someday.  He was so talented and made me laugh every night on stage.   Thanks for  such wonderful memories Mark. Your friend,  Meryl Galaid

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