Mark J. Mundy

                                            Chairman of the Board for the Greater New York Hospital Association

                                                   CEO of New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital

                                                         Hospital Administrator, Loving Husband and Father

Mark J. Mundy, age 83, passed away on March 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a life story defined by service, leadership, loyalty, and a well-earned sense of humor.

Mark was the beloved husband of Caryl E. Mundy; loving father of Tim and Todd; cherished grandfather of Thomas, Patrick, Ronan, Gillian, Lucas, and Ethan; proud great-grandfather of Owen; and devoted father-in-law of Erin and Yvonne.

As a young boy growing up on Staten Island, Mark developed a strong love of New York, instilled in him by his mother, Madge. Her devotion to her only child was returned in kind throughout his life, as he always spoke of her with a soft smile on his face. In his early teens, the family moved to Jersey Shore, and eventually Mark left the Northeast to attend Murray State University in Kentucky. It was there as a member of the MSU Men’s Basketball team and a cadet in the ROTC program that began his lifelong focus on leadership, discipline, and teamwork. 

After graduation, Mark returned to New Jersey, where that summer, a chance encounter on the beach in Avon-by-the-Sea led to his first conversation with Miss Caryl A. Eisenfelder, and the beginning of a six-decade commitment and devotion. Caryl accompanied Mark on his Army rotations around several U.S. bases from 1966 to 1969 as Mark proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. It was during their time at Fort Bragg that they welcomed their first child, Tim. Mark concluded his service in the Army as a Captain in the 7th Special Forces – the Green Berets - an experience that shaped his steady strength, humility, and enduring sense of duty.

Following his military service, Mark returned to the Tri-State area to earn a Master’s degree in Healthcare Administration from Columbia University. During these early professional years, the family expanded by one, welcoming their second son, Todd. Mark then began his distinguished career in hospital administration, serving institutions across New York City, Long Island, and Quincy, Massachusetts before returning to his home in Garden City. 

Mark’s professional legacy was defined by his 26-year tenure as CEO of Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, a role he loved every minute of and where he cherished the many doctors, nurses, and staff. He led with integrity and clear-eyed focus, caring deeply about the hospital’s mission, its people, and the community it serves. Under his management, the hospital grew in practice and prestige, transitioning into New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

Outside the hospital, Mark’s favorite place was the golf course, almost any golf course. An avid player, he cherished the traditions of the game and the friendships he developed at The Garden City Golf Club, the Cherry Valley Club in Garden City, and Quail Ridge in Boynton Beach. For Mark, the highlights of his golfing life were in the memories made on the countless golf trips enjoyed with his sons, his friends, and the many new acquaintances made along the way. Mark’s stories will be retold with a smile for years to come. 

Mark was immensely proud of Tim and Todd, even when they (by their own telling) did not always deserve it. This playful pride captured something essential about his character: a deep love, a quiet steadfastness, and a perfect sense of timing for retorts.

Mark’s greatest joy was his grandchildren or to them “Marky Mark”.  He would call, text and/or visit his grandchildren almost every day.

In retirement, Mark and Caryl made their home at Quail Ridge in Boynton Beach, Florida. While always maintaining their roots in Garden City, retirement offered him the space for things he loved the most.

Mark will be remembered for his devotion to family, his service to the country, his decades of leadership in healthcare, and the warmth and wit he brought to every room.  He will be deeply missed and forever loved.