Mark Edward McGoldrick, 65

Mark Edward McGoldrick of West Tisbury died Nov. 23 in Oak Bluffs. He was 65.

Mark was born Jan. 28, 1958 in Albany, N,Y. to parents Edythe A. McGoldrick (née Sullivan) and David M. McGoldrick MD.

He was brother to five siblings: John M. McGoldrick, MD, of Madbury, N.H.; Mary E. McGoldrick of Rye, N.H.; Ellen M. Kiely of Cotuit; Kevin F. McGoldrick of Hilton Head, S.C.; and Amy P. McDevitt of Wolfeboro, N.H.

He was husband to Deborah L. McGoldrick, married August 20, 1988, in Cambridge; father to Rebecca A. McGoldrick of the Netherlands; Charlotte K. McGoldrick of Oakland, Calif; and Samuel J. McGoldrick of San Francisco, Calif.

Mark received his B.A. from Bowdoin College in 1981, MBA from Suffolk University in 1984, and Master’s of Real Estate Development from Columbia University in 1989.

Mark spent his childhood in Wellesley before moving to Cambridge after attending college. Mark and Debbie lived in New York City after they married. They moved to Toronto, Canada, where Rebecca and Charlotte were born, and then to New Jersey, where Sam was born. With their three children, they lived in Hong Kong and then London, before returning back to the U.S. and making Martha’s Vineyard their permanent home.

Mark loved skiing, football, tennis, reading, his dogs and traveling the world.

Mark had an outstanding business career, starting at CIBC in Canada, then with Goldman Sachs where his rapid rise culminated in becoming the co-founder and head of the Global Special Situations Group in FICC. In 2008, he founded global private equity firm Mount Kellett Capital where he served as Managing Partner.

In addition to serving as the Chairman of Board of the Global Fund for Children, he also supported several organizations offering programming around food security, youth services, education, and more.

Reader of all the books. Professional dog conversationalist. Enthusiastic disseminator of science innovation news and cute animal stories. Generous dispenser of horse treats. Cheerleader of all of his children’s endeavors. Mark was a brilliant, inspirational citizen of the world and a devoted and much loved family man. We miss him deeply.

A celebration of life will be held at Chapman Funerals on Saturday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow.

In lieu of sending flowers, please consider donating to the Island Housing Trust (ihtmv.org).

Mark Jenkins, Vineyard Haven

Mark and his wife Debbie provided a major grant that made the construction of the new Vineyard House campus possible. His support of the Island's only sober living facility helped many Islanders turn their lives around and Vineyard House is grateful for his support. We extend our deepest condolences to Debbie and the rest of Mark's family. Mark Jenkins, Past President - Vineyard House

November 28, 2023 - 4:18pm

He was a champion! Part of our Hutcheson family . I

November 29, 2023 - 6:05pm

Ashley Larive-Akins, Phoenix, AZ

Mark was the single best boss I have ever known. I worked with him and his family 3 years, and I never felt less than one of the family. Amazing man, amazing family. My life will forever have a void that cannot be filled. Mark - I shall miss you deeply. Debbie, Charlotte, Rebecca & Sam: deepest sympathies from me, and I hope you know how much Mark was loved. Xoxo

November 29, 2023 - 6:42pm

Chad Swenaen, Newport Beach CA

Mark had a brilliant mind and was always very kind to me and my family. As an investment partner his advice was always on point and extremely helpful. He assisted me as a close friend and advisor on one of the most important opportunities I've ever been a part of. His love for his family was always something he talked about. He was so proud of them and their accomplishments. I'm so very happy I convinced him to come and visit me in Park City, Utah recently for a beautiful helicopter ride over the Rocky Mountains. His love of animals was apparent as my dogs took to him immediately. He will be truly missed. Our prayers go out to his family and friends and this difficult time. God Bless

November 29, 2023 - 9:33pm

Kerry Lyne, Los Angeles California

Such sad news. Many of you knew him as a successful businessman and a philanthropist. I just want to point out as a teammate of his at Bowdoin, he was a helluva football player and a tough hombre on the gridiron. RIP

December 1, 2023 - 12:44pm

MaryBeth Grant, Park Ridge, New Jersey

Deb, Rebecca, Charlotte & Sam, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I have wonderful memories spending time with your family for the years I spent on the island. Mark was always so kind and welcoming to me. Cherish your lifetime of beautiful memories and hold them close to your heart. With love, MaryBeth

December 2, 2023 - 9:35am

Tony Chianese, Mendon MADE

I am so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing, my deepest condolences to Debbie and her family.

December 3, 2023 - 8:14am

Reid Farrill, Toronto, Ontario

I got to know Mark when we worked for CIBC. I was struck by his intense focus and keen intellect. Mark was truly unique and incredibly interesting, not your typical Canadian Banker!! Mark's subsequent success at Goldman Sachs came as no surprise and that was only the start of many great things. Its tragic Mark left us far too soon. I deeply regret never taking the time to ski with Mark as that was a shared passion and something we should have done. Mark will be truly missed and my heart goes out to his family and loved ones.

January 31, 2024 - 11:14pm

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