Dear Beloved Readers of Mark’s Blog Posts,
As we indicated in previous messages since Mark passed, we promised to be in touch once a memorial was scheduled—and here we are.
We invite you to join us in celebrating Mark Utter’s life on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM at the Main Street Landing Film House in Burlington, VT. A big thank you to Main Street Landing for generously hosting Mark’s event as our Host Sponsor!
This gathering will be a mix of stories, video tributes, and, of course, Mark’s signature humor and artistic vision. We will hear from friends, colleagues, creative collaborators, and advocates who knew Mark in different ways. For those who can’t attend in person, the event will be livestreamed and recorded so more people can take part in celebrating his life.
Interested in Speaking?
We are selecting speakers to represent different areas of Mark’s life. However, we want to make sure every typer who wishes to say something has the opportunity to do so. There will also be time at the end of the program for anyone who wants to share a few words.
If you cannot attend in person but would like something shared at the event, please reach out. Your words will not only be part of the gathering but will also be included in Mark’s memory book, which his family has been collecting.
Memorial Details
Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Time: 1:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Main Street Landing Film House, Burlington, VT
What to Expect
1:00 – 2:00 PM | Reception in the Lake Lobby
Desserts and non-alcoholic drinks, organized by Mark’s sister, Sheryl.
A chance to reconnect, share informal memories, and celebrate Mark in a relaxed setting.
A slideshow of Mark’s life may run in the background.
2:00 – 4:00 PM | Program in the Film House
Speakers sharing memories of Mark interspersed with video clips of Mark
Open sharing time for additional thoughts and reflections.
The event will close with the dance scene from Mark’s movie, inviting everyone to dance and transition back into the Lake Lobby for more conversation.