PHOTOS: Celebrating Mark ‘Monk’ Hubbard’s life the way he lived it

Thanks to Tony Welch for photos from the Delridge Skatepark celebration of Mark “Monk” Hubbard‘s life.

Delridge and Roxhill were two of the many skateparks that Mr. Hubbard’s world-renowned West Seattle-headquartered Grindline has built. And as skating was a major part of his life, so it was for his memorial.

He was only 47 when he died earlier this month.

Those not in or near Delridge were urged to gather at their local skateparks on Friday so it would be a “global celebration” in his memory – and the Grindline Instagram feed features some of the other gatherings. At Delridge, the celebration rolled into the second evening of summer, with all ages participating:

Delridge Skatepark opened almost seven years ago.

P.S. As Tony mentioned in a comment, there is a GoFundMe crowdfunding page for Mark’s family.

5 Replies to "PHOTOS: Celebrating Mark 'Monk' Hubbard's life the way he lived it"

  • Tony June 23, 2018 (3:20 pm)

    Thank you for sharing Mark’s story. He was a man with a vision, who changed how the public looks at skaters and skate parks. He will be sorely missed across the glibe. There is a GoFund me page for those would like to donate, to help Mark’s family. https://www.gofundme.com/mark-hubbard-memorial #grindlineforlife #Monk

  • Cycleman June 23, 2018 (6:51 pm)

    What a wonderful tribute to a great man. If it’s not too much to ask, how did Mark pass away? I have tired to find out but have been unsuccessful. Thank you

    • Fritata June 24, 2018 (10:21 am)

      Why do you need to know? No one is ever defined by their death. Define him by his life. Celebrate his life. 

      • Tony June 24, 2018 (1:25 pm)

        Well said………This is the part where you honor the family’s request for privacy…..🙏🏻

      • JesseD June 24, 2018 (5:20 pm)

        Never met Mark. Inspired by his life. What a treasure. One love…to his friends and family.

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