Post by Hodges Ward Elliott

Hodges Ward Elliott (HWE) is saddened to share the news that company President Mark Elliott passed away unexpectedly on June 12th.   Mark joined the firm in 1983 and has served as the strategic leader of the firm’s various business lines for nearly forty years. Along with his partners, he dedicated his career towards shaping the culture of HWE and his steady-hand approach remains a central pillar of the firm's overall philosophy.   Mark is also one of the true legends in the hospitality industry and over the course of his career, he sold more hotels than any other individual in the United States. He was a past co-chairman of Industry Real Estate Finance Advisory Council, was a recipient of the prestigious “Jack A. Shaffer Financial Advisor of the Year” and “C. Everett Johnson” industry awards and has long been one of the hotel sector's most recognized spokespeople and experts.   Family, friends and associates alike are devastated by the loss of Mark. He conducted himself everyday with integrity and a competitive spirit that inspired everyone he worked with. Beyond his professional accomplishments, his intelligence, kindness, and friendship were treasured by all who knew him on a personal level.   HWE will continue in Mark's legacy, though he will be forever missed.   Mark is survived by his mother, Dorothy Elliott, sister, Cynthia Ruggles, loving wife of 38 years, Lorri, daughter Brynn and son Paxton.   In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of Mark’s life, the family asks that any charitable donations be made to:   The Bible Project https://lnkd.in/ec_F8rN   The Village Church at Vinings (Mark and Lorri) 2220 Bolton Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30318 https://lnkd.in/e_JFE9g   Flood Church (Paxton) https://lnkd.in/eEy5vpw   Church of the Resurrection (Brynn) 1500 N. Ave. 53.  LA, CA 90042 https://lnkd.in/en_cfWU     Thursday, June 17, 2021  HM Patterson & Son Oglethorpe Hill 4550 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta GA 30319 Visitation 5 pm - 8 pm      Friday, June 18, 2021  Peachtree Road United Methodist Church 3180 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta GA 30305 10 am Visitation 11 am Funeral Service