Mark McDonald

January 24, 1971 - February 27, 2023

Mark McDonald, age 52, of Piedmont & San Francisco, CA passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, February 27, 2023.

Mark is a proud alum of Wildwood Elementary, Piedmont Middle, Piedmont High & CSU Chico. Following many happy years working for Banana Republic and Old Navy, he enjoyed his continued career in education and learning at Apple, Peet’s Coffee, Shutterfly & Udemy, which took him all over the world. In both life and in business, Mark believed strongly in the importance of treating people with kindness and respect. He shared his passion for travel with friends & family near and far and was a whizz with his iPhone camera as evidenced by the annual holiday card. He could also be relied on to pull up your most embarrassing photo, from any point in history, at a moments notice.

He is survived by his husband Sean OCinneide, mother Milli McDonald and sister Diane (Dan) Buckman. Beloved son-in-law to Martin & Geraldine and brother-in-law to Audrey (Gavin), Robbie (Sinead), Jennifer (Tom) and many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by his father Doug McDonald.

There will be two events held to celebrate Mark’s life. In San Francisco, CA, friends & family will gather at the South Beach Yacht Club (Pier 40) on Saturday March 11, from 2–5pm. In Rocklin, CA, Friends and Family will also be able to gather at Whitney Room (Gables Clubhouse), Springfield at Whitney Oaks on Saturday March 18, from 1–4pm. Mark was passionate about supporting the causes of those dear to him. In lieu of flowers, memorials gifts should be made to the charity of your choice in his name.