Mark A. Salem

Mark A. Salem, 45, of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 29, 2022 in his sleep.

Mark is survived by his devoted mother, Carol (Salem) Morrissey; a brother, Robert Morrissey of Worcester; a niece Karolyn Morrissey of Worcester; his long-time fiancé, Julie Gigliello; Julie’s children, Angelica Gigliello, Daniela Gigliello, and Lianna Gardner; Julie’s granddaughter, Rylie Gardner.  He is also survived by loving aunts and uncles, Mary Kerbel and her husband Charles, Joann Lundin, Barbara Sprino and her husband Dave, Rose Esposito, Dorothy Francis and her husband Wayne, William Salem and his wife Becky; many cousins, friends and co-workers.  Mark was predeceased by two uncles, Ferris and John Salem.  Mark was born in Worcester and graduated from Worcester Vocational High School and has lived here all his life.

Mark was a successful sales representative for Renewal by Anderson for the last ten years, he also worked at Fitzy’s Car Wash for over twenty years.  He was a weightlifting and body building enthusiast, he loved tinkering with cars especially muscle and exotic cars.  He was dedicated to caring for his mom and Julie and was willing to help anyone at any time.  He attended St. George Orthodox Cathedral in he earlier years.

Calling Hours will be on Friday, January 6, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester.  His Funeral Service will be on Saturday, January 7, at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home.

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