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Born on October 29, 1967, in Cleveland, Ohio, Marc Andrew Lopez (known to many as Andrew, and to others simply as Marc) was, from the very beginning, fearless, curious, and full of life. As a child, he was known for his boundless energy, his love of skateboarding—often leaving those who loved him equal parts amazed and terrified—and his remarkable intellect. He could name dinosaurs before pre-kindergarten and had a deep fascination with the world around him, especially animals of all kinds, from dogs to reptiles to fish. That curiosity never left him. Marc Andrew grew into a brilliant man with a sharp, wicked sense of humor and a rare combination of intelligence, creativity, and heart. He was musically gifted and deeply immersed in the rock and punk scenes of the 1980s and early 1990s, playing in bands including FIFH (if you know, you know), Raging Woodies, Toejam, Cross-Eyed Mary, and Turtlehead. Music, like so many things in his life, was something he didn’t just enjoy—he lived it. He carried forward a proud family legacy as a physician, following the generations before him, and became an exceptional anesthesiologist. But titles only begin to describe the impact he had. To his patients, he was calm, kind, and reassuring—the kind of doctor who could ease fear with a smile and presence alone. To colleagues, he was respected not only for his skill, but also for his kindness, humility, and genuine care for everyone around him. Above all else, Marc Andrew was a deeply loving and devoted father. He was incredibly proud of his sons, Braden and Andrew, and that love was the center of his world. He was a sweet brother, a loving son, and a fiercely loyal friend who showed up, stood by you, and loved without reservation. Those who knew him describe him as kind, gentle, funny, brilliant, and completely genuine—a rare soul with a heart of gold. He had a lasting impact on countless lives. He was the kind of person whose kindness, warmth, and spirit will never be forgotten. The love and respect for him reach far beyond what he could ever have imagined. He passed away on April 18, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Judith (Yannetta) Lopez and Marco Lopez, Jr., M.D., as well as his maternal and paternal grandparents. Marc Andrew is survived by his sons, Braden Lamothe and Andrew Lopez; the mother of his children, Amy Lamothe; his “Bonus Mom,” Carolyn (Kranz) Lopez; his sisters, Linda Lopez (Joanne Lemon) and Stephanie Carrales (Jim); his brother, Michael Bluhm (Danet); his brother-from-another-mother, Erik Briede; and his aunt, Linda Turner (Tom, deceased). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends, and many others who loved him. In lieu of flowers, and in honor of Marc Andrew’s lifelong love of music and animals, the family suggests donations be made to the following organizations: • High Voltage Music Program: https://highvoltagemusic.org/ - A local non-profit that provides free instruments, lessons, and opportunities to teens in underserved communities in San Antonio. • Ocean Conservancy: https://oceanconservancy.org/ - Protecting ocean wildlife and habitats.

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Marc Andrew Lopez

October 29, 1967 - April 18, 2026