Mark "Zeb" Rumney

January 13, 2023

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Mark "Zeb" Rumney

January 13, 2023

Orlando, Florida

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Mark Rumney Obituary

Mark Allen Rumney, 46, left this earthly realm on January 13th, 2023, after experiencing an unexpected heart attack and stroke complications in Orlando Florida.

He was born in Sanford, Maine on September 15th, 1976, to Caroline Anne and Russell Everett Rumney, Jr., both of whom have preceded him in death within the last year.

Mark graduated from Wells High School in 1994 and was more than happy to move to Florida with his parents when they retired shortly after. He spent his early adulthood working for a few well-known companies in Ocala; Merillat Cabinetry, Signature Brands, and E-One, and he did a short stint for C.R. England Trucking before settling into the role of Auto Care Center Service Manager at Walmart during the last ten years.

Mark played Dungeons and Dragons at the kitchen table with his dad, brother Dave, and sister Diane when he was young, so it was no surprise that he found a home in online gaming when the Internet was still new. The Final Fantasy franchise was a favorite from the start. Path of Exile was his most recent favorite role-playing game. Mark connected with many people through gaming, and some have been longtime friends. His online cohort knew him as Zebadiah or "Zeb." He loved reading sci-fi and fantasy books as well as anything with a wry twist of humor - Terry Pratchett novels, The Far Side comics, Fark.com, and The Onion were just a few examples. Monty Python's Flying Circus and the Star Wars movies were favorites in his formative years. These all helped to shape the dark, sarcastic wit his family and friends cherished.

Mark loved motorcycles and rode his Honda CBR to Daytona Bike Week with his brother Dave and sister-in-law Vicki multiple times where much fun was had. He also completed the Iron Butt motorcycle ride, riding from Florida to Maine in 2001. The nickname "Uncle Daddy Mark" was born during this trip and was a great term of endearment for family members.

The Florida theme parks were also memory filled trips for Mark and his family. His sister, Diane joined him on quite a few outings to Universal Studios and Disney World, the most recent one for his 46th birthday last September. They stood in line in the pouring rain for two hours just to go on the Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance ride, which had just opened recently. Both thought nothing of the soaking. The old DisneyQuest and its five-story building with nothing but video games was Mark's ultimate playground.

Mark is survived by his brother Dave Rumney and sister-in-law Vicki, his sister Diane Arnold and brother-in-law Craig, his three nephews Benjamin Rumney, David Arnold, and Timothy Arnold, whom he affectionately called Huey, Dewey, and Louie and his two orange cats Ebisu (EB) and Enki. He will be missed by many friends, colleagues, and extended family.

Mark graciously donated his body for the benefit of others on his passing. His family requests in lieu of flowers please take care of your own health and tell the people you love that you love them, often. If you would like to donate to a charitable foundation, the family suggests St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or please find one that speaks to you. Pour out a bottle of Mountain Dew in his memory.

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January 26, 2023

juuzou gt wrote a sympathy message

“thank you mark for all of the fun times I can't wait to see you again sometime. wish I had more time to get to know you. but the time we had was always amazing until next time my friend rest in pace”

January 17, 2023

Daniel Molina wrote a sympathy message

“Thank You Mark. Thank you for being the best "boss" I ever had. Thank you for being such a jokester and making those closing shifts a little less boring. Thank you for the funny memes. Me and you had the license plate game on lock down lol always seeing who found the funniest one. I will cherish those moments forever. Reading these messages from everyone who gamed with you surely shows me that it wasn't just me that got to enjoy laughs with you. Till We Meet Again my friend. Much love brother.”

January 15, 2023

Phedra 13 wrote a sympathy message

“I wish I could have gotten to know Mark better. He was always a joy to game with and by the looks of it, he spread that joy far and wide! He will be missed ❤️‍🩹”

January 15, 2023

Sean Kane wrote a sympathy message

“My heartfelt condolences to Mark's family. It was always a pleasure to have him around and I will greatly miss his presence and voice. I am truly thankful to have crossed paths with him, even if it was confined to online interactions over the last 10 or so years. Rest in peace, Mark. There will always be a spot in the party reserved for you.”

January 15, 2023

E E wrote a sympathy message

“I didn't know Mark (Zeb) for very long, but I am certainly going to miss him. Overwatch and Among Us will feel a bit less sus without him. He posted many pictures of his two orange kitters and tagged me in lots of cat content. I'll be reminded of him whenever I see my own orange kitty and hear random meowing. Although you went too soon it was indeed a ggwp (gah gah wah pah) Zeb.”

January 15, 2023

Mrs. Bears wrote a sympathy message

“I'm so sorry for your loss! Sending lots of happy thoughts and prayers to your family. Mark will be greatly missed. I, unfortunately, was not able to fit all of my thoughts within the character limit. Please see the attached photo for the rest.”

January 15, 2023

Khang Tran wrote a sympathy message

“Mark aka Zeb. I got to know Mark through an online game and spent a fair amount of my years getting to know him both in and out of the game. He'd always lend a helping hand, or just tag along for the company. I'll miss the late night hangouts and conversations we used to have. Glad to have been in a part of his life that he enjoyed. You'll be missed Mark.”

January 15, 2023

Katie Headley wrote a sympathy message

“Only knew Zeb through Overwatch, but for the past 2 years, I got to have many interactions with him. He will be greatly missed, and I wish I would've gotten to know him more.”

January 15, 2023

Jose avila wrote a sympathy message

“I only got to know you online, wish we could have spent more time, you will be missed.”

January 15, 2023

Eliel Leon wrote a sympathy message

“I didn't got to know Mark on a personal level but I'll never forget him as Zeb, one of the first names I can remember since the first days I started using the internet many years ago. We played a few online games together as we had common friends. He will be greatly missed by everyone.”

January 15, 2023

chris scott wrote a sympathy message

“I knew Mark as Zeb in Discord. I didn't know him long, but the time we did talk was filled with life and fun. He was an Anime lover like I was and kept up with new shows. I'm sad he is gone. I no longer have a buddy to ramble on about when a new show starts, making fun of bad actors and ripping apart plots. I hope he is at peace. Miss you Zeb!”

January 14, 2023

Omega Aeternum wrote a sympathy message

“I am very grateful to have known Mark. Playing games with him was always a great time, he would always be willing to help with an event or just come along for the fun of it. Many holidays have been spent with late night shenanigans that would sometimes last until the morning hours. Mark will be missed and I am thankful to have been a part of his life.”

January 14, 2023

v rumney wrote a sympathy message

“I like pickles but I love and miss you so much. I am so grateful to have been accepted into this crazy family. Thank you for your guidance in surviving the Rumney induction. You will be missed Uncle Daddy Mark 💔”

January 14, 2023

Adam Nguyen wrote a sympathy message

“Mark was a brother to me - just playing something as simple as video games together & talking almost daily. I was never alone on a holiday if I could just hangout in a voice call with him. Whenever I'd ask if he was having anything special for something like Thanksgiving or Christmas, it'd be the usual "Holiday Pizza". I'll miss him poking fun at me for not "watching any movies", shouting Lightning Bolt, and being older than me. He is missed by everyone that had the privilege to be his friend.”

January 14, 2023

Johnny Her wrote a sympathy message

“Didn't get the know him well but while I had the opportunity to be around him, he was great company and he will be missed. Sorry for your loss as it also is ours so it indeed hit me deeply as I heard the news. May we be able to continue to walk forward knowing we lost someone dear to us. He will forever be a part of us and shall we use it as our strength to carry each day onwards.”

January 14, 2023

Brandon Bach wrote a sympathy message

“My heart goes out to you and your family. Mark was such a fun loving guy, and he always knew how to brighten someone's mood when they were having a terrible day. We'll all miss him so much.”