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'Godspeed Captain Mark Howard': ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ crew members pay tribute

The 65-year-old actor was found buried under boxes inside his Florida home after his wife returned from a dog show

The death of Captain Mark Howard has shocked many, including cast and crew members of ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ in which he appeared on Season 1. The 65-year-old actor reportedly died on Thursday, October 28. His body was found buried under boxes inside his Florida home after his wife -- Susan -- returned from a dog show.

One of his friends and co-star Tiffany Copeland announced his death on Twitter on Friday, October 29. Sharing pictures with him, Copeland wrote: “RIP Captain Mark Howard. You were a joy to be around.” She also added in another tweet, “I don’t have many details at this time, but he passed away yesterday.” Another colleague of Howard, Sandy Yawn, told Showbiz Cheat Sheet that the late actor seemed like a kind soul, before adding, “God speed Captain Mark.”

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In a statement on Instagram, ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ executive producer Nadine Rajabi said: “Rest In Peace Captain Mark Howard. He was such a wonderful man, so caring and kind. He was our fearless leader on Below Deck Med season one. What a compassionate human being he was. He will be missed dearly. Sending love to his family and those lives who he touched…I know I will miss him ❤️.”

The Netflix show’s chief stew, Adrienne Gang, shared with Showbiz Cheat Sheet that Howard “was a wonderful captain who was liked by all the crew who worked for him.” She added: “The world, and the yachting world, lost a good one. See you in some port somewhere, Captain.”

Norma Trease, who co-starred with Howard on ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’ wrote on Facebook, “It is with very heavy heart to report the news that one of us, Captain Mark Howard, passed away suddenly at his home yesterday. Always the most charming and genial of men, his distinguished career in yachting led him to the command of yachts including Feadship Huntress, and he was the first captain on Below Deck Med. He always contributed to the industry, participating in shows and conferences worldwide, with a smile for one and all.”

She mentioned, “He is survived by his wife Susan, their beloved show dogs, and a legion of friends and companions from the yachting world. God speed along your final journey, my old friend Woody. 💙 Susan has asked that anyone can contact her regarding Mark.” And, Bobby Giancola, who worked as a deckhand for Howard, added, “I feel so bad. He was a good man.”

Kathy Stover who was also part of the show tweeted, “Saddened to hear of the loss of Captain Mark Howard. He was so gracious to our group on Season 1 #belowdeckmed and he became a friend. Saying prayers for his family. RIP Sir.”

Besides, other than crew members of ‘Below Deck Mediterranean’, fans of Howard have also grieved his loss. A fan tweeted, “That's sad news! He was a dear man that handled those stupid Danny issues with grace.” Another one wrote, “Rest In Peace Capt Mark! You were such a nice man and a pleasure to watch.” “He was sooooo sweet!!!  What happened?   RIP Capt. and may God bless and be with your family,” the third fan added.