I’ve just read Mark’s obituary. So sorry to hear of his passing and my heart goes out to Irene, Rudy and all the family.  As everyone has said, Mark was larger than life and generous to a fault, always interested in you, personally and always a visionary. Once in the mid-eighties we passed a crummy old vacant lot in Toronto and Mark said, I’m thinking of buying that and putting up a big public storage unit. I said, public storage. Why? Mark knew. 
He had an impish side. I went with him to look at the condo he eventually bought on Queen’s Quay. It attracted quite a few stiffly formal types, some of whom crowded the elevator on the way back down. In that claustrophobic silence Mark said, loudly with an exaggerated Aussie accent and a twinkle in his eye,  I think that unit had a very small payshow, John. I don’t really like a small payshow. No one said anything. 
He could change your life with a word. Barrick changed mine. He will be sorely missed. My love to all. 
John Holland.

Irene and Family, 
 Said a special pray for Mark and you all. Where have the two years gone he is still in our thoughts as he really touched our hearts.

God Bless you all .
Gino and Virginia Scovazzi
Ingham QLD



I was a currency trader at the Bank of Bermuda in Guernsey and had the great pleasure of doing a lot of work with Mike during the 1990's , we spoke most days as we plotted a course through the currency markets trying to make a profit.  Met Mike on several occasions and I was honored to receive an invite to his daughter's (Lauren) wedding.
A great man, humour, incite and generosity were just a few of his attributes. I feel humbled to have had a small part in his life, how I miss those days.

I have so many fond memories of Mr. Camillo.  He had a huge heart and was just plain brilliant.  My favorite memory of Mr. Camillo was when he tried to convince the bank group in the RBC led syndication (probably 2007) that it should allow rental units in the facility.  Back then rental units meant that a builder couldn't sell a unit and it was looked upon as a very very bad thing.  The lender group thought he had lost his mind.  Now all the lenders are chasing build to rent projects and many syndications have BTR sub-limits.  He had a golden touch with everything he initiated and will be sorely missed.  My condolences to the family.

Dear Irene, Lauren & Family and Lara & Family, 

Our deepest condolences on the passing of your dear Mark. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. 

It is never easy to lose a loved one, but may you find strength in relishing the beautiful memories you have of your dear husband, father and nonno. 

Mum and dad thought very highly of Mark  and I’m sure they would have enjoyed a heavenly reunion. 

Stay strong and be proud of all the special love you share as a family. 

Love and best wishes, 
Mari & Peter Quabba & Family
Chris & Rod Prove  & Family
Lisa & Brendan Gair & Family 

Dear Irene Lauren Lara and family. Our deepest condolences to you all. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this sad time.  Gino and I feel blessed to have had opportunity to spend time with Mark when he was in Ingham he was a true gentleman and sorely missed. God bless you all stay strong. All our love. Gino and Virginia .

Dear Irene,
I am so sorry not to have seen you and Mark when you were in Sydney. I have just finished watching the video of Mark's funeral....Rudy rang me this morning and sent me a copy of Lara and Lauren's eulogy for their Dad. I still can't believe that this invincible, wonderful, generous, caring and larger-than-life, cousin has now left us. I have many fond memories of when you both were in Sydney and took me out to lunch. I remember the effort you made together with Rudy to be present at Mum's funeral in Lismore in 2010.  Nerio and Rino join with me to offer you our sincere condolences, our love, prayers and support. No doubt Mark is having a great party in heaven with loved ones gone before.  I've read and re-read the eulogy, so true to Mark's life, and I can't hold back the tears each time. He has certainly touched our lives and the lives of so many, like no other! What a huge, huge loss. Take care Irene - may God hold you and your lovely daughters and grandchildren in his loving embrace. With much love and prayers,  Nerina  

Thank you Uncle Mark for everything that you have done for our family of the years. You looked after my Nonna and my mum and helped made sure that they had great lives in Sydney. You meant so much to them and we were blessed to have you in our lives. You will be missed greatly. Thank you and God bless. 

Our sincerest condolences go out to Mr. Camillo's family and all of the people at Legend Homes.  We have had the pleasure and good fortune to work with Mr. Camillo for over 10 years . We have been blessed with his support, advice, knowledge and wisdom .  We were very fortunate that he shared himself with us.  Robert always looked forward to his meetings with Mr. Camillo and he will be greatly missed.  Mina and Robert Covington and all of us at Covington Builders.  

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Camillo family at this time. I began my journey with the family about six and a half years ago in the early days of Camillo Properties, with zero knowledge of this industry. They took a chance on me, and gave me the tools needed to find my way. I am now over at Legend also, and I have learned so much over the years.  Mr. Camillo was an amazing and inspirational leader. He was always a pleasure to be around, and he brought joy everywhere he went.  It was always heartwarming to be in his presence and hear his stories. The family like and caring atmosphere we have at work, is a testament to his leadership. It is my honor to have known you, Mr. C. Fly high and rest well.

Respectfully Yours, 
Whitney Ogden and Family

Matthew 5:4   Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.
As we remember Mark, I offer my heartfelt sympathy to Irene, Lauren, Lara & their families…
May the Lord bless you & wrap his love around you.
Maree Kapnopoulos & family

Mr. Camillo will be so greatly missed.   I absolutely loved the conversations I had with this man. Working for him was always a delight. I pray his family finds comfort in knowing how many lives he touched. God be with him and his family 


Dear Camillo Family and loved ones,

Please accept my family’s most sincere condolences at this time of grief. It may be difficult to write the appropriate condolences note or message but may this be a time when you support one another and when memories of sweet loving times together over the years are a tender comfort. 

Although, I never met Mr. Camillo personally, he and his family has directly and indirectly had a great impact in my life and my family’s life. Through creating jobs, being highly involved in the community, and offering scholarship programs he has been a great philanthropist as we know it and for that my family and I are forever grateful! I hope it puts you at ease to know that we will do our best to keep the business running smoothly. You, your immediate family and loved ones are in our thoughts and in our prayers. May Our God Almighty bless and rest his soul. May God Bless the Camillo Family!

The WORD of God says:
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” ISAIAH 41:10


Since meeting Mark Camillo and spending time with him there have been times when I found myself in situations when I asked myself: “I wonder how Mark would handle this?”. And that did not apply only to business situations because Mark was also an example of how to deal positively with personal difficulties like the health discomforts that were part of his life for years. 
Mark Camillo will certainly be remembered as an outstanding businessman. To me his outstanding quality in that regard was that when he faced situations where others saw only difficulties he would search for, and at times find, solutions and even opportunities. 
He was a visionary. Only Mark Camillo could move from being an Australian visitor to Houston, to the founder of the leading house building business in the city.  
It was a privilege to have known you, Mark. 
I wish Irene, Laura and Loren and their families, consolation in knowing that Mark is at peace.  


It was with great sadness that I heard of Mark’s passing …  a life well lived, surrounded by his loving caring family.
I have lots of fond memories I could share … Mark was my cousin, much admired, respected, liked … and loved by all members of my family. 
I first met him nearly 70 years ago when his Mum and Dad sponsored my family’s immigration to Australia. Mark was 17 and even then was a bit of a star, and not just because he was good looking, but because he had ambition, vision and drive and was brave for one so young in taking the risk of building his first house and then his first housing development, Camillo Street in Pendle Hill. From humble beginnings this was the inception of his future success.
Mark was not just an astute businessman but a devoted family man, always there when needed, supportive, generous and kind … and a great friend, funny interesting and with a big personality … at family get-togethers he liked to set the cat among the pigeons resulting in loud lively discussions with much mirth and laughter!
Yes, he will be missed …
Vale Mark 


I had the pleasure of meeting Mark (and Irene) on a cruise between Sydney and San Diego in 2019. 
We both enjoyed our regular chats in the coffee shop and over dinner and I was fascinated by Mark’s stories about his childhood and how he grew and developed his housing empire.
A lovely man with a lovely nature - RIP Mark

My deepest condolences to the Camillo Family on your loss of Mr. C.  He was a man of great character and had a heart for people.  I met him 29 years ago and he has made an impact in my life and my families life.  He was great at seeing a vision and not afraid to give it his best and led the companies he owned to be very successful.  My thanks goes out to Mr. C and the whole family for giving me and the company the opportunities that we have had to grow as a person and team.  Mr. C taught myself and others many lessons in business and I will be forever thankful for that and for knowing such a great mentor.  I will miss him but know he is in a better place where there is no pain and suffering.  I can't wait to see him again in glory!

Our family sends our most heartfelt and deepest condolences to the Camillo family.  Mr. Camillo's character and dedication have been embodied in his business and his reputation, and anyone I have spoken to that has known him has always held him in the highest regard.  In addition to our condolences, my thanks goes out to Mr. Camillo and the Camillo family for providing the opportunities and standards to follow for so many, so that we may continue to grow and be the best to those around us.

Irene and Lauren and the rest of the family, Carol and I are so sorry to hear about Mike’s passing.   It’s been 25 years since we were the first to move into Windsor Park Lakes, one of his first major upscale community developments, and got to know you all and enjoy the social gatherings we had.   When Mike was ready to turn over the subdivision HOA responsibilities to the residents, I had many meetings with him to ensure both his and the residents interests were enhanced and found him extremely helpful and professional.   He was just a great friend, neighbor and businessman and will be missed by many.   We relocated to Oklahoma late last year but still cherish the neighborhood and the many friends, including you all, so very much.  Rest well Mike, and God bless all the family during these very difficult times.  

Forever blessed to have known Mr. C.  We would often meet around his dining room table talking about the business.  He lead his team through asking questions to spur thought and discussion.  I always left these meetings with admiration for the man and leader he is as well as challenged personally and professionally.  The perfect mix.   

The stories he would tell often made him chuckle and you could not help but smile at the story, but more his heart and love for the people he was often boasting about.  

Mr. C., you will be missed and remembered.  Always.  

When I started at Legend Homes I was very green, but had always experienced the owners of companies never much spoke to the lower level employees, but not only did Mike speak to everyone he also made you feel like you were family! I remember the 4am calls from the Caymans from him asking for numbers. 

He was truly a huge impact in my life and I am honored to have known him. 

Rest in peace!!!

When I first started with Legend Homes, a Sprite, older gentleman strolled through the model home doors at Bristol Lakes. After a short discussion and swapping stories, I knew I was in good company. I later realized it was Mr. Camillo. His kindness and genuineness made that brief encounter so memorable.  I cannot imagine how many lives he has influenced. 

Condolences,
Cody Buish

My overpowering memory of Mark, as we knew him, was arriving of ff the BA flight to stay with them , walking in through the front door to find Mark pouring over plans of a subdivision around Houston.
Greetings exchanged, always so welcoming, on asking him what he was working on, the answer always seemed to be…Well Robin, I reckon on this development in Houston, we can fit a couple more houses in if I juggle them around a bit!
Always charming,  friendly and with an aura that created respect.
The guy even had his own chair in the local coffee house!
We only used to see him once a year apart from catching up occasionally  in the UK. His presence was part of our holiday.
Our deepest condolences …….and his funeral is on my birthday and my wife and I will go somewhere quiet and remember him.


These few words will never be able to fully describe what this amazing man has achieved for & with his family. His dedication & determination certainly shines through you all now & forever. 
RIP dearest Mark.  
Love from Donna & family xoxo

Great man who I enjoyed having conversations with and learning from. I always appreciated him taking his time and sitting down with me and driving around having one on one conversations about family and business. 
He will be greatly missed! 

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Marcello Camillo

April 29, 1935 – June 21, 2021

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