+FujiSkunk Posted August 23, 2019 Share Posted August 23, 2019 My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. I know T&P is a frowned-upon phrase nowadays, but it's all I can give, except to say cancer sucks and 45 is way too young. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassGuitari Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Oh no! Drac was one of the long-timers around here and he did so much for the 7800 scene. Even though I didn't personally know him, it's gutting to hear this kind of news. I'll miss seeing his posts. Condolences to his family and friends! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 As many have said I agree as well he was a true 7800 fan and big part of the retro scene and friendly to all people on here. Mark was Atari. I am glad he got to play games like Bentley Bear and Rikki and Vikki before he passed. He knew the 7800 could do it but he got to see that reality. He will be missed. Rest in Peace. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Isaiah Austin Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 That's so sad. I never knew him, but he seemed like a pretty cool guy. I will be praying for his family and friends as well. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phattyboombatty Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 I could always count on seeing Mark’s posts in an interesting topic. I would enjoy reading his posts and was compelled to read or respond. Thank you Mark for making AtariAge a better place. We miss you already. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Cafeman Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Very sad, shocking due to his age, and tragic. I did not know Mark, but I was familiar with his posts and presence here as DracIsBack over the past decade. As a fellow Atari enthusiast , he will be missed. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atarifever Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 I always found him kind and helpful, and his posts positive and interesting. Very sad to hear this. My prayers are with his family and friends. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaggy the Atarian Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 RIP Mark. Like many others, I only really knew him from posts on this forum, but he always came across as a great guy. Perhaps in one of the upcoming 7800 homebrews, a tribute can be included into the game for him. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg2600 Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 Wow, what sad, sad news. Drac was always so cheerful and very engaging. One of those people that when you saw his avatar you were interested to see what was written, almost every time. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lost Dragon Posted August 24, 2019 Share Posted August 24, 2019 4 hours ago, Shaggy the Atarian said: RIP Mark. Like many others, I only really knew him from posts on this forum, but he always came across as a great guy. Perhaps in one of the upcoming 7800 homebrews, a tribute can be included into the game for him. That is a lovely sentiment and i hope one or more coders could do such a thing. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R_Leo_1 Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 I wasn't really sure what to say up until this point, but for the few times I had talked with him on the forum, he seemed like such a well-meaning guy, and I had read countless older threads with him always having something interesting to say about the 7800 and how much it meant to him. I will miss seeing his comments and I send my thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. Rest in peace, DracIsBack. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philipj Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 Sad to hear... I remember seeing him around here reading topics here and there. My condolences. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MegaManFan Posted August 26, 2019 Share Posted August 26, 2019 RIP Mark. Cancer sucks the big one. ? 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cvga Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 I didn't know Mark either but certainly enjoyed reading his posts. He left a lasting impression, even on those of us who didn't have a chance to meet him in real life. He will be missed. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xenomorpher Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 I didn't know Mark personally but I've seen his posts here and there over the years and came across knowledgeable and kind to me. Very sad he's gone. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Machine Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 (edited) It would be a nice tribute(in an upcoming game) to have a "remembrance screen" or something like that. Maybe in the manual as well. Sadly I lack the skill and knowledge. Edited August 29, 2019 by Machine 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+MrFish Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 Awe, man... I liked Drac. One of the good old-time forum users. First I've heard about it, and sad to find out. I'll miss seeing him around here.Condolences and prayers to his wife and family.Sent from my UL40 using Tapatalk 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+MrFish Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 I see the page has the ability to leave condolences/memories. Maybe someone who knew him well enough to consider him a friend could write something positive about him there on behalf of the community?Just put a link to this thread; I can't think of anything that would show better how the community felt about him, than the sentiments being shared here.Sent from my UL40 using Tapatalk 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebor Posted September 2, 2019 Author Share Posted September 2, 2019 On 8/30/2019 at 6:45 PM, MrFish said: Just put a link to this thread; I can't think of anything that would show better how the community felt about him, than the sentiments being shared here. You're right, and it's a great idea. Although it's a little late, I know if it were my family, I would want someone to inform them... 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Philsan Posted October 11, 2019 Share Posted October 11, 2019 You are missed... [emoji22] https://boycefuneralhome.ca/tribute/details/2101/Mark-Rathwell/obituary.html YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClAj9t533NgoPz4zIJccmtw Twitter: https://twitter.com/dracisback?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dracisback/?hl=en His last day alive, he visited AtariAge. Big 7800 fan, and even bigger heart.Very sad news, my condolences to his family.The fact his last day Mark visited AtariAge means a lot. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lynxpro Posted October 14, 2019 Share Posted October 14, 2019 (edited) I enjoyed communicating with him on AtariAge. He will be missed. I'd say RIP but I hope he comes 'round for another spin at the wheel of life. Now, as an idea, we could go through his postings and see which games - especially ones that weren't released for the 7800 - he was passionate about and if there's new homebrew versions released, they could be dedicated to him on the title/credits screens... Is there a list here on AtariAge of deceased members? That might be helpful to future members reading the various threads... Edited October 14, 2019 by Lynxpro 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jinks Posted October 15, 2019 Share Posted October 15, 2019 I think he loved Midnight Mutants and wanted a part 2. I promise to pay my respects to any family members here. We are Atari bitches! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Propane13 Posted October 17, 2019 Share Posted October 17, 2019 Aww... I haven't been very active on AtariAge for a long while, but decided to browse today to catch up on things and found this thread. I'm very sad to hear about this. I always enjoyed conversing with DracIsBack. My condolences from one 7800 fan to another. Rest in Peace, Mark. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousFriend Posted July 27, 2020 Share Posted July 27, 2020 Hello all: As we come up on the 1 year anniversary of Mark's death, I came back to look at this forum. Thank you to all for your kind words - Mark was a longtime friend of mine (20+ years) and he is missed. 17 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevEng Posted July 28, 2020 Share Posted July 28, 2020 I've thought about Mark throughout this past year, especially with hobby news that I knew he would have loved to have seen. Your longtime friend had a special kind of light. He'll be remembered and missed by a lot of people that didn't get to meet him in person, but wish they could have. 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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