Sturbridge: Mark A. Boniface, 67, of Tantasqua Shore Dr., passed away on Monday, March 14th, after a brief illness.

He leaves his soulmate and best friend, Kerstin Comtois; his son, Jeffrey L. Boniface and his wife Maegan of Norfolk, VA; two daughters, Kara M. Boniface of Boston and Alexandra J. Boniface-Piotrowski and her wife Katrina Piotrowski of RI; two sisters, Laurie Boniface of Sturbridge and Mary Taylor of Charlton; sister-in-law Candace Boniface; his beloved grandsons, William and David Boniface; and his cat, Lucas. Mark was predeceased by his brother, Jeffrey W. Boniface and his parents Lawrence C. and Joyce C. (Picard) Boniface.

Close friends and loved ones remember him as a kind and gentle man, with a great sense of humor. He adored and took great pride in his children and grandsons, and enjoyed time swimming and playing with them. He loved car rides, especially his adventures with Kerstin.

Mark had many interests and an adventurous spirit. He was an exceptional sportsman with a passion for fishing and golf, and also enjoyed antiquing, cooking and following current events. He also had many friends and extended family members who enjoyed his company.

He also worked for many years in sales at the family business, Boniface Tool & Die.

Funeral services for Mark will be held on Wednesday, March 23rd at 11:00 am in the Sturbridge Federated Church, 8 Maple St., Sturbridge.  Burial will follow in North Cemetery, Sturbridge. There are no calling hours.

Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge is directing the arrangements.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to UMASS Memorial Hospital where Mark received treatments and care, https://www.ummhealth.org/giving