We have received the very sad news that Mark died on June 6th. Mark had been increasingly struggling with his health, due to COPD, and, in recent weeks, had to rely heavily on his oxygen tank to help him breathe at all. A quietly charming and courteous man, he was a pleasure to meet at the bridge table, and he will be greatly missed.
The Ladder Competition runs from beginning of December until end of May; then again from beginning of June until end of November. The winner will have the best average %, having played 70% of days available.