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Mark J West, was born in the Bronx New York. Grow up on the north shore of Long Island.
Before completing his BA in teaching he owned and ran a penny candy store. He taught mathematics to students in New York for several years before changing careers and managed data programming processes for several financial companies.
Mark owned and lived in Hells Kitchen, New York City for over 30 years.
Mark loved to eat - all kinds of food but he would rather have dessert. Chocolate and ice cream were just two of his favorites.
Mark loved music and love to dance.
He loved to travel and did extensively. Our favorite, were the Greek islands and he has been over a dozen times.

After meeting on Fire Island, and falling in love. We spent the next twenty five years together.
Mark loved to socialize with friends and family. For the last 6 years we have lived in our home in Oakland Park, Fort Lauderdale Florida.
Mark fought this disease to the very end.
I lost the love of my life and I will never forget him. I know we will be together again. I love you - baby. Three kisses. Ken