With profound sorrow we announce the passing of Marcus (Mark) Kevin Sprovieri, born June 13, 1955 in Port Arthur, ON. He passed peacefully with family by his side on February 5, 2022 at Roseview Manor in Thunder Bay, ON, after more than a decades-long battle with multiple myeloma. His positive attitude, limitless generosity, and infectious smile will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
Mark attended Corpus Christi, St. Ignatius, and Port Arthur Collegiate Institute where he played the violin and trombone. He began his sales career at Eaton’s before purchasing Peterson Furniture which he operated from 1989 – 2006. A well-respected member of the Thunder Bay business community Mark was President of the Port Arthur Rotary Club from 2007 – 2008. An avid sailor, Mark was an active member of the Thunder Bay Yacht Club and organizer of many Dragon Boat Festivals. He enjoyed cooking, travelling, golf, skiing, and was renowned for his popular Christmas parties.
Mark loved life, but above all, he loved people – especially his friends and family.
Predeceased by his father Anthony Sprovieri, mother Elaine Sprovieri (nee Nastazuk).
Survived by his brother Ken Sprovieri, sister Teresa Sprovieri-Groulx, son Adam Sprovieri, daughter Sarah Sprovieri, nephew Paul Groulx, niece Michele Hinsperger, niece Angela Sprovieri, and numerous relatives and friends who he considered family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Myeloma Canada in memory of Mark.
A celebration of life in memory of Mark will be held at the Prospector Steakhouse on Sunday, February 27, 2022 beginning at 3:00 P.M.
“We wrote your name in the sky, but the wind blew it away.
We wrote your name in the sand, but the waves washed it away.
We wrote your name in our hearts, where it will forever stay.
We honour a life that was lived to the full,
We honour a spirit now free.
You’ll long be remembered, whenever we say:
‘Fair winds and a following sea!’”