Mark Mitchell Toscher

August 4th, 1950 – July 6th, 2013

Mark Mitchell Toscher, 62, died peacefully surrounded by family in his home Saturday July 6th, 2013 after battling lung cancer.

Mark was borne August 4th, 1950 to Abe and Geraldine Toscher in New York, New York. He is survived by his loving wife Pamela Larsson-Toscher, his children Loren and Allyson Toscher, his brother Steven Toscher, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is predeceased by his father Abraham Toscher and his nephew Andrew Toscher.

Mark had called Santa Barbara his home for the last thirty five years and has been a highly regarded member of the Jewish community at Congregation B’nai B’rith, as well as a leader in his profession as the head of Audiology at Sansum Clinic of Santa Barbara. Whether he was playing tennis or the stock market, spending time with his family, or telling a bad joke, Mark always had a passion for life. His energy and his optimism will be forever missed.

The service was held Tuesday July 9th, 2013 at 12:30 p.m. at Congregation B’nai B’rith. Memorial donations may be made to the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara or to Congregation B’nai B’rith.