Celebrating the life of
Mark Mitchell Silvers, Jr.
August 16, 1945 - April 23, 2012
Mark Mitchell Silvers, Jr. died April 23, 2012. Mark was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 16, 1945, and was the only child of Mark Mitchell Silvers, Sr. of Savannah and Faye Bashinsky Silvers of Tennille, Georgia. Mark is survived by his three children, Laura Laurie Silvers Ross, Lisa Silvers Kaminsky Danny, and Mark Mitchell Silvers III, his two grandchildren, Helena Wells Ross and Robert Adger Ross, Jr., and his long-time, devoted companion, Bonnie Lee Smith.
Mark graduated Savannah Country Day School, where he excelled in academics, football, golf and soccer. He attended Louisiana State University for two years on a golf scholarship before transferring to the University of Georgia. There he graduated the School of Business Phi Beta Kappa with a degree in accounting. Mark then attended the University of Georgia, School of Law, where he graduated valedictorian in 1969.
Mark's distinguished career as a tax lawyer in Savannah was cut short by a 1997 heart attack that ultimately forced his retirement. Prior to retirement he became, and thereafter remained, a motorcycle enthusiast until his death.
Funeral services are private.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, Georgia 31416.
My father and I had nothing but great respect for Mark as an attorney and our friend. He was a great man and father, and will be deeply missed. Peace and God Bless.
- Scott Morley, Beverly Hills, MI
This week I lost a man I was and will always be honored to call my brother,as close as any blood brother could ever be, someone that would be there when no one else could or would, to show his friendship unconditionally, been my bike riding partner thru many years,. My World won't be the same without you, my brother. so with much love and extreme respect I say to you..R.I.P. Mark Silvers, ride safe til I see you again..We will love you always, Rawhide.
- Rawhide, Midway, GA
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you who loved and cared for Mark. Deepest Sympathy, Matt and Tricia Rosenthal
- Matt Rosenthal, Savannah, GA
Laurie and Lisa, I remember you from your early years when we all lived at The Landings. Your father was such a gentlemen and I remember many enjoyable times with him. Peace be with you all. Jackie Burnette Roach
- Jackie Burnette Roach, Jonesbourgh, TN
Dear Family I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Our Fathers were friends and, although we did not know each other well and haven't seen each other in years, I have two fond memories of Mark I would like to share with you. When I was 12 years old I led the Junior Tournament at the old Bacon Park Municipal Golf Course for four holes until my game fell apart on my way to a round that was so disastrous, yet unique, that it was written up in the paper. Mark, as usual, won the tournament. A number of years later, my Father, who was in his 70s, had a heart attack after shooting a 41 on the front side and Mark saved his life by performing CPR until Bubba Victor arrived to take over. Mark was a fine man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Robert
- Robert Constantine, Atlanta, GA
Dear family: My experiences with Mark were always good. Especially when he would bring Mark Jr. into my golf shop to see how clubs were made and repaired.
- Richard Morley, SAVANNAH, GA
To the Silvers Family, Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Mark.I knew him as a junior golfer,first brought to the 'Muny' by his very proud father.I knew him as a respected brother lawyer and we always enjoyed a good relationship with each other.You will be in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Laura, Lisa and Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. Mark will certainly be missed. He is and will ever be in my heart. All of you are in my prayers.
- Kathy Kacsmarik Butterfield, East Hampstead, NH
Our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts and prayers are extended to the Silvers family. We are deeply sorry for your tremendous loss. The Buttimer Family Tony, Beth, Jonathan and Elizabeth
- B, Savannah, GA
My heart goes out to all of you. May God comfort all of you in this most difficult of times.
- Jeff Fitzpatrick, Savannah, GA
I had the pleasure of knowing Mark and hung out many times with him and Bonnie, also riding and camping. He was a kindhearted and generous man and treated everyone with respect. I remember him telling me once that he saw a couple on the highway broken down and he picked them up and took them to get what they needed to fix their car and paid for it. They said what do we owe you and he said 'nothing, just go and do the same thing for someone else'. He will be missed. God Bless You Mark.
- Karen Harper, Savannah, GA
lisa and danny my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- tona rimes bivins, bloomingdale, GA
lisa and danny my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- tona rimes bivins, bloomingdale, GA
God Blessed you with beautiful Children and Grandchildren that will carry on your memories with love. You were a good friend to our family and for a short while you were our Brother-in-law. You will be missed.
- Tracy M Chance, Savannah, GA
Dear Lisa, Laurie, Mark and Bonnie, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. Love, Amy, Barney and Family
- Amy and Barney Paderewski, Savannah, GA
Mark was an awesome man. Always made me smile when he came in the Harley shop. Many a rides with those guys!!! Will be missed .
- Shawn Wojcik, Bloomingdale, GA
Dear Laurie and Lisa I am so sorry for the loss of your family. I learned so much about him in the obituary that I never knew. So many memories at your houses through out the yrs. I will keep you both in my prayers.
- Karen Iocovozzi Jones, Savannah, GA
Dear Laurie, Lisa, Mark & Bonnie, Mark will always be in my memories of a man who was smart, kind, funny and a true gentleman. It was an honor and a pleasure to say that I knew him, and to call him my friend. May you each find peace of mind, peace of heart and peace of soul in the days ahead, and always. I send you my love and my deepest sympathy.
- Carolyn Sheehan, Tybee Island, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mark. Thank you for being my friend. You will be greatly missed.
- Glenda Sorrells Farley, Savannah, GA
You and your family are in my prayers.
- Joe Mathews, , GA
We are sorry for your lost, you are all in our prayers.
- Paul & Jeanie Chance, Savannah, GA
To Mark III, Mark--what a fine man. I have many memories of your Dad--all of which recall a true gentleman, and a very kind person. My sincere condolences, Frank
- Frank B. Arden IV, Savannah, GA
My condolences. May Mark rest in peace.
- Lillian widawski, Coral springs, FL
Mark, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Mark T. Bouy, , GA
I man that seemed to always be one step ahead, no matter how much the decision hurt him.
- Josh Williams, Pooler, GA
A man that seemed to always be one step ahead, no matter how much the decision hurt him.
- Josh Williams, Pooler, GA
God Bless, you will be missed. I cherished my friendship with Mark and always enjoyed our fellowship. I found him his first motorcycle and taught him how to ride. He always had a great love for riding bikes and the feeling of freedom while on the road. We had some wonderful times together on and off the bikes.
- Jimmy Chance, savannah, GA
Mark will be missed by his family and the golfing community of Savannah.
- Patrick Richardson, Savannah, GA
My condolences to Mark's family.
- Charles Goldsmith, Atlanta, GA
My father and I had nothing but great respect for Mark as an attorney and our friend. He was a great man and father, and will be deeply missed. Peace and God Bless.
- Scott Morley, Beverly Hills, MI
This week I lost a man I was and will always be honored to call my brother,as close as any blood brother could ever be, someone that would be there when no one else could or would, to show his friendship unconditionally, been my bike riding partner thru many years,. My World won't be the same without you, my brother. so with much love and extreme respect I say to you..R.I.P. Mark Silvers, ride safe til I see you again..We will love you always, Rawhide.
- Rawhide, Midway, GA
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you who loved and cared for Mark. Deepest Sympathy, Matt and Tricia Rosenthal
- Matt Rosenthal, Savannah, GA
Laurie and Lisa, I remember you from your early years when we all lived at The Landings. Your father was such a gentlemen and I remember many enjoyable times with him. Peace be with you all. Jackie Burnette Roach
- Jackie Burnette Roach, Jonesbourgh, TN
Dear Family I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. Our Fathers were friends and, although we did not know each other well and haven't seen each other in years, I have two fond memories of Mark I would like to share with you. When I was 12 years old I led the Junior Tournament at the old Bacon Park Municipal Golf Course for four holes until my game fell apart on my way to a round that was so disastrous, yet unique, that it was written up in the paper. Mark, as usual, won the tournament. A number of years later, my Father, who was in his 70s, had a heart attack after shooting a 41 on the front side and Mark saved his life by performing CPR until Bubba Victor arrived to take over. Mark was a fine man who will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Robert
- Robert Constantine, Atlanta, GA
Dear family: My experiences with Mark were always good. Especially when he would bring Mark Jr. into my golf shop to see how clubs were made and repaired.
- Richard Morley, SAVANNAH, GA
To the Silvers Family, Please accept my sympathy on the passing of Mark.I knew him as a junior golfer,first brought to the 'Muny' by his very proud father.I knew him as a respected brother lawyer and we always enjoyed a good relationship with each other.You will be in my prayers.
- Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Laura, Lisa and Mark, I am so sorry for your loss. Mark will certainly be missed. He is and will ever be in my heart. All of you are in my prayers.
- Kathy Kacsmarik Butterfield, East Hampstead, NH
Our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts and prayers are extended to the Silvers family. We are deeply sorry for your tremendous loss. The Buttimer Family Tony, Beth, Jonathan and Elizabeth
- B, Savannah, GA
My heart goes out to all of you. May God comfort all of you in this most difficult of times.
- Jeff Fitzpatrick, Savannah, GA
I had the pleasure of knowing Mark and hung out many times with him and Bonnie, also riding and camping. He was a kindhearted and generous man and treated everyone with respect. I remember him telling me once that he saw a couple on the highway broken down and he picked them up and took them to get what they needed to fix their car and paid for it. They said what do we owe you and he said 'nothing, just go and do the same thing for someone else'. He will be missed. God Bless You Mark.
- Karen Harper, Savannah, GA
lisa and danny my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- tona rimes bivins, bloomingdale, GA
lisa and danny my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
- tona rimes bivins, bloomingdale, GA
God Blessed you with beautiful Children and Grandchildren that will carry on your memories with love. You were a good friend to our family and for a short while you were our Brother-in-law. You will be missed.
- Tracy M Chance, Savannah, GA
Dear Lisa, Laurie, Mark and Bonnie, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. Love, Amy, Barney and Family
- Amy and Barney Paderewski, Savannah, GA
Mark was an awesome man. Always made me smile when he came in the Harley shop. Many a rides with those guys!!! Will be missed .
- Shawn Wojcik, Bloomingdale, GA
Dear Laurie and Lisa I am so sorry for the loss of your family. I learned so much about him in the obituary that I never knew. So many memories at your houses through out the yrs. I will keep you both in my prayers.
- Karen Iocovozzi Jones, Savannah, GA
Dear Laurie, Lisa, Mark & Bonnie, Mark will always be in my memories of a man who was smart, kind, funny and a true gentleman. It was an honor and a pleasure to say that I knew him, and to call him my friend. May you each find peace of mind, peace of heart and peace of soul in the days ahead, and always. I send you my love and my deepest sympathy.
- Carolyn Sheehan, Tybee Island, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Mark. Thank you for being my friend. You will be greatly missed.
- Glenda Sorrells Farley, Savannah, GA
You and your family are in my prayers.
- Joe Mathews, , GA
We are sorry for your lost, you are all in our prayers.
- Paul & Jeanie Chance, Savannah, GA
To Mark III, Mark--what a fine man. I have many memories of your Dad--all of which recall a true gentleman, and a very kind person. My sincere condolences, Frank
- Frank B. Arden IV, Savannah, GA
My condolences. May Mark rest in peace.
- Lillian widawski, Coral springs, FL
Mark, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Mark T. Bouy, , GA
I man that seemed to always be one step ahead, no matter how much the decision hurt him.
- Josh Williams, Pooler, GA
A man that seemed to always be one step ahead, no matter how much the decision hurt him.
- Josh Williams, Pooler, GA
God Bless, you will be missed. I cherished my friendship with Mark and always enjoyed our fellowship. I found him his first motorcycle and taught him how to ride. He always had a great love for riding bikes and the feeling of freedom while on the road. We had some wonderful times together on and off the bikes.
- Jimmy Chance, savannah, GA
Mark will be missed by his family and the golfing community of Savannah.
- Patrick Richardson, Savannah, GA
My condolences to Mark's family.
- Charles Goldsmith, Atlanta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
