Mark Oleyar
Mark Oleyar, 41 years old, of Milton, MA, formerly of Trumbull, CT, passed away tragically on Sunday September 6th, the result of a motorcycle accident.
Mark was born in Bridgeport, CT, and grew up in Trumbull, CT. He graduated from Trumbull High School, and held a Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Maryland. Mark also served in the United States Marine Corps Reserves.
Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Elaine (Fernandes Oliveira Santos) Oleyar, his parents Robert and Bernice Oleyar, and his brother Robert and sister in law Theresa Oleyar. Mark was also the proud uncle of eight nieces and nephews – Kaleigh, Aly, Andrew, Grace, and Lucy Oleyar, Bianca and Leticia Mendes, and Luisa Santos. His family will forever cherish the time they had with him and will all miss him dearly.
Mark spent 20 years in the restaurant business in the Trumbull area, and most recently at Abby Park in Milton. His charisma, wit, and charming smile touched the hearts of everyone he met. There was no kind act or gesture that was too small for Mark. He recently turned his love for helping others into a new career path, as the Director of Operations and Client Support at The Overlook House, a sober living house in Milton. Mark’s positive energy, experiences, and passion for helping others, along with his recent success with his own sobriety, provided hope and support to so many people on their roads to sobriety.
Mark was an avid dog lover, and in addition to having had dogs of his own, he spent countless hours volunteering at the Milton Animal League. He was also a member of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club, where he could share not just his love of running but also of giving back and helping others in the community.
Services will be private. A celebration of Mark’s life will be held at a later date. Friends and loved ones wishing to contribute may make a donation to the Milton Animal League, 181 Governor Stoughton Lane, Milton, MA, 02186, www.miltonanimalleague.org, or the Bridgeport Rescue Mission, 1088 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605, www.bridgeportrescuemission.org.
“Always be humble and kind.”
Guestbook Entries
I offer my condolences to the Oleyar family. Mark was a wonderful
caring young man he Mentored a student in our Bridgeport Mentor Program. Mark had a heart of gold that shined and anybody who knew him could see. I will never forget our talks on life and never giving up. He had an unconditional love for humans and animals. I’m so honored to have had a part in his life which will never be forgotten. God had a plan for Mark may he Rest In Peace! 🙏
Joyce Goodwin
Despite today’s worlds desperate need for him, heaven has gained another angel. Mark was a friend like none other and was cherished as a brother not just a friend. He will always be on my mind and in my heart. My heart is full and goes out to Elaine, the Oleyar family and the masses of friends and acquaintances Mark has formed over his brief journey on this earth. Love You my brother, you will be so dearly missed. May you now rest in eternal peace.
We are very sorry to hear of the sudden and tragic passing of Mark. He was always so wonderful to our boys when dining at our favorite restaurant Prime One Eleven in Trumbull, Connecticut. Rest in peace and thank you for your service to our country.
This one is just a heartbreaker. A wonderful man gone way too soon. Much love to Mark’s family and friends. He will surely be missed.
With love and sympathy,
The Wade Family
Mark was such a genuine and nice person. I spent years working with him and he always made my days better. His sense of humor was like no other and his smile could lighten up a room. He will be dearly missed by so many people, especially me. Rest In Peace Mark and my prayers go out to your family. Fly high ❤️
Bernice and family, I am so sorry to hear of your son’s passing. My heart goes out to you and your family. My sympathy to you all.
Judi Whalley
I am so very sorry. I have lots of memories of our Trumbull bus stop years. Hugs to you all. My friends and are going tomorrow to where it happened to say a prayer. If you need anything I am here for you all. My sincerest condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
Mark had given our dog a toy a while ago (a big pink bunny rabbit) and It’s still her favorite!
Mark helped me quite a bit and I know he’ll be greatly missed by all his friends. So sorry to hear this news.
I had the pleasure of meeting Mark through the Milton Animal Shelter. We volunteered together less than ten times and still this news hit me so hard because I could tell in such a short time period what a special person Mark was. I had wonderful, easy conversation with Mark and walked away from our volunteer experiences refreshed. I am sending heartfelt condolences to Mark’s family.