Mark A. Hidalgo

Mark, we are so sad to see you go but know that you are in a better place. I want to tell you how much I loved you as a brother-in-law and thank you for always being my champion!! Don't worry about Kay, we all will make sure she behaves. I know that Kay, iffany and Justin will miss you so much!!! I love you

Kathy Linder VanMeter

We found out about Mark's passing totally by accident today, and are so saddened. He was definitely one of those people who leave the world a better place for having been in it. He lived his life setting a good example for the rest of us.

Because Larry's career with ExxonMobil has sent us all over the world, it has been years since we've seen Mark, but we've carried wonderful memories of our interactions at work and play while we lived in Beaumont. (This online guestbook required a state entry, so we chose Texas, but actually live in Canada at present.)

Please accept our most profound condolences for Mark's loss.

To all the Hidalgo Family, especially his wife and children!
I am so sorry that I was unaware of Mark being terminally ill. Since retiring a couple of years ago, I lost touch with so many dear friends that would risk their lives and virtually destroy advancement in their own careers, just so they could be there to help fellow employees in their greatest times of need as well as try to help with the more minor problems and complaints that I think required almost as much, if not more of his time.. Mark was that person you could always depend upon for help. He was an honorable and brave union representative that did his best for those he represented. He helped those he represented through some of the very most turbulent times in the history of the United States regarding labor relations. It was a very difficult task that I am sure took a lot out of him. I always considered him a very good friend, and I am very appologetic that I was not heir for him in his time of need. If I could help his family in any way it would be my great honor. The Lord must have seen that all his good days on earth were gone, and called to reap the rewards he so valiantly earned. Like you I will miss him greatly but hope you can focus on the good times you had together and remember that he would want you all to be happy in the rest of your lives.
Respectfully,

Kay, I am so very sorry to hear about Mark. Coach Brown told me about it today and it broke my heart. You and Mark was such a beautiful couple together and you guys always seemed to be so happy. I am so sorry I did not know he was sick, please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you. My prayers are with you and your family.

To My Little sister Kay, Tiffany, and Justin, and to the rest of Mark's family.

Just wanted to say that Mark was a great brother in law and will sorely missed. My prayers and thoughts will be with you all.
Keith

We are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Mark at the Refinery and he will be dearly missed. We followed his blog from the begining and prayed for him the whole journey. He is walking now with our Father, preparing a place for us to join him when God calls. Our thoughts and prayers and now you, his family. Alan & Susan

To the Hidalgo family--I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was a real sweet kid.

Kay, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I pray that you find comfort in the fact that Mark is no longer suffering. Hold on to your faith and I know it will see you through. You will remain forever in my prayers and will always have a special place in my heart. With Much Love, Cheryl

I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain. I know time must feel like it is standing still, that you wish for one more day, one more word and one more touch. We may not understand why Mark was chosen to leave this earth so soon or before you were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, you will not only remember why he died but that he lived. And that his life gave memories too beautiful to forget. As you comprehend this profound loss lean on your friends and family for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. It's okay to call me and I’ll just be there if you want to cry, be sad or angry. I found this poem that I want to share; God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. I know Mark is with his heavenly father and having the best reunion with his parents. We love you all!

There really are no words to describe the passing of such a great guy like Mark. There really aren't. He always wore such a charming smile, a mischievous twinkle in his eye and had a wonderful upbeat personality. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are perpetually with the Hidalgo family. We are all better for having known Mark.