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In memory of
Mark Nolte
April 2, 1975 - November 1, 2025
Apr 2, 1975 - Nov 1, 2025
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Obituary
Mark Nolte, a charming, snarky, and hilariously warm soul, lost a long battle with grief after the loss of his soulmate, Cherilin Stephens, on November 1st, 2025. A lover of communal nachos, verbose authors, justice and fine liquours, Mark always had a fun and tender word for his family and friends. Losing Cherilin in 2019 meant losing a part of his self: his collaborator in humor, drink, joy and nacho-building. Known for looking especially sharp …
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Memories & condolences
I’m so sorry for the depth of your loss. Our loss. The world’s loss. Mark went by Nolte when I met him and he was a kin…
I’m so sorry for the depth of your loss. Our loss. The world’s loss. Mark went by Nolte when I met …
I’m so sorry for the depth of your loss. Our loss. The world’s l…
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What were Mark's favorite vacation spots?
Sherwin Lake in Mammoth California
Sherwin Lake in Mammoth California
Sherwin Lake in Mammoth California
What were Mark's favorite ways to spend free time?
Vintage shopping & used book stores
Vintage shopping & used book stores
Vintage shopping & used book stores
What were Mark's favorite ways to exercise?
Playing whiffle ball with his niece and nephew
Playing whiffle ball with his niece and nephew
Playing whiffle ball with his niece and nephew
What were Mark's favorite books?
Anything wild. He favored 70s-80s authors with goofy run-on styles.
Anything wild. He favored 70s-80s authors with goofy run-on styles.
Anything wild. He favored 70s-80s authors with goofy run-on styles.
Timeline
Born
April 2nd, 1975
Graduated from high school
1993
Granada Hills High School
Graduated from college
1997
UC Santa Cruz
Survived by
Phyllis & Richard Nolte
Parent
Matt Nolte
Brother
Carolynn Maravilla
Sister
Meghan Moe Beitiks
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Predeceased by
Cherilin Stephens
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