Mark Edward Danico, 57, of North Reading, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on October 7, 2025.
Mark was born on January 27, 1968, in Winchester, Massachusetts, to Marilyn (Oehmigen) Danico and the late Henry (Hank) Danico, Sr. He was raised in Stoneham, Massachusetts, and was active in the Boy Scouts of America with his father and brother, Henry Danico, Jr. From an early age, Mark was a lover of the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, canoeing/kayaking, camping, and hiking. While attending Stoneham High School, he helped his family build a log home in Freedom, New Hampshire, learning all kinds of practical skills that served him well over the years.
After graduating high school in 1986, he attended the University of Lowell full- and part-time, graduating with a BS in Information Technology in 2007. It was here he met his beloved wife, Angela (Goebel) Danico, in 1988 and later married in 1995. They shared 37 wonderful years together and raised two daughters, Annmarie and Jillian, of whom he was immensely proud.
Mark had always been captivated by electronics and computers. In 1989, he started as a computer repair technician at Sun Microsystems in Andover, Massachusetts, and climbed the ladder to become a Senior Hardware Technical Support Engineer at Oracle Corporation which had acquired Sun in 2010. He was proud to be involved in Oracle’s Cloud development. Always reading up on the next new use of technology, Mark also loved building his own computers and electronics and 3D printing at home.
An introvert by nature, Mark had a sharp wit and an easy laugh for all who knew him well. He had a penchant for a good dad joke and invented wild stories of pirates and herding teddy bear hamsters across the West for the girls when they were little. He loved his family and close friends deeply. Mark was a smart and strategic thinker who enjoyed playing video games and chess with his daughters and cribbage and whist with Angela and their closest friends. There was always a science fiction or murder mystery to watch with family, who took turns debating “whodunit.” He and Angela had enjoyed traveling a bit more since the kids were grown, especially with their best friends, Dan and Paula. Mark appreciated a simple life with simple pleasures; a fire pit, hammock, and kayak were his happy places.
In addition to his wife and children, others who loved him and are left to mourn him include his mother Marilyn; sister Catherine (Danico) Brewer and her husband David of Wakefield, MA; brother Hank Jr and his partner Debbie Camire of wherever the RV is; sister Elise Danico of Arlington, MA; as well as nieces/nephews Michelle (Ian) McCarty, Tim Brewer, Sam Reitshamer, Matt Brewer, Max Reitshamer, and Harry Reitshamer.
Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, October 18, from 9am – 12pm at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St, North Reading, MA. Further arrangements will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Compassionate Care ALS, 17 Chase Rd, Falmouth, Massachusetts 02540 (ccals.org); Care Dimensions Hospice, 75 Sylvan St #B-102, Danvers, MA 01923 (caredimensions.org); or your favorite charity supporting ALS research.
“Forever loved, forever missed, forever in our hearts.”
Cathy and family, Rich and I are so incredibly sad for your loss. You are always in my thoughts girlfriend
Angie and family, my deepest and sincere condolences to you all on the loss of a great man. You and your family will be in my thoughts prayers.
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mark. While I worked with Mark briefly at Oracle towards the end of his career, he has left me with lasting impression of a happy-go-lucky person always willing to help anyone in any way he could (and of course his humor). He is and will be missed.
It was a privilege to work with Mark at Oracle; sending heartfelt condolences to his family.
Our sincere condolences from Oracle, Remote Hardware Support. Mark will forever be remembered for his technical brilliance, focus on the most technically challenging problems, leading as mentor & escalation point for the global organization ‘without ego’ and a true friend. We have been both fortunate and blessed by his presence and yes, his wit.
Oracle – Remote Hardware Support
Thank you, Steve – his work meant so much to him, as much as all the personal relationships he had with you and others all those years. We’ll always remember the compassion you and Michael expressed during his illness. All the best to you…
My deepest condolences to Mark’s family and friends. Met him at Oracle and he was always a most gracious and generous mentor. He will be truly missed.
May peace and comfort find you in the days ahead.
Sincere condolences to the family – joy working with Mark both at Sun and Oracle. Helped us all with his knowledge,skills and wiliness to help at any time. Great sense of humor – loved using Monty Python quotes – will be missed by all here.
Ger Walshe
Thank you, Ger – he loved working with you and considered you part of his inner circle. “Tis but a scratch”
I am sorry for your loss. Mark is in my prayers. He was an excellent co-worker, always willing to help.
Dear Angie, the last time I saw Mark, it had been quite some time. His smile could just make anyone feel glad to be in his presence. I feel the same about you. Please know I am with you in spirit and am very very sorry for your family’s loss.
Angie and family, I’m sorry for your loss. I only met Mark once, but he left a great impression on me and was a great compliment to your personality, Angie. Godspeed, Mark!
Angie and family, Sending our deepest condolences. You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Warmly,
Erin, Lauren, & Martha
CCALS
My sincere condolences to Mark’s family. I only met Mark face to face a couple of times in over 20 years of working in hardware support at both Sun and Oracle. I remember him as a funny and fun loving guy. He contributed many good ideas to the Sun/Oracle System Handbook over the years. Rest in Peace, Mark.
Bill, thank you so much for your message. It’s always lovely to hear more about his work side. He loved working with you all and was proud of what Oracle was doing these days. Take care.
My sympathies to all of Mark’s family. I worked with Mark a little at Sun and a lot at Oracle. He was my Cohort in crime in getting RHS ready to support all things OCI. I enjoyed the times we worked & traveled together. I loved his light. Rest in Peace my friend … you are already missed.
-Leslie