Monday, August 21, 2023 brought the passing of Mark Christopher Meredith MD, a North Country Hospital general and vascular surgeon. Dr. Meredith had humble beginnings in rural Indiana, graduating from Butler University in 1986 with honors in zoology.  He had a lifelong passion for animals of all varieties.  He obtained his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1990 and completed a surgical residency as chief resident at Saint Joseph's Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. Dr. Meredith published papers on new surgical techniques he helped develop and presented his findings at national meetings.  He arrived in Derby in July 1995 where he became a pillar and fixture of the local community working tirelessly to heal the sick and wounded in northern Vermont.  He pursued his passion for motorcycles as a classic motorcycle racer competing throughout the US and Canada with USCRA.  The colder seasons would find him enjoying the more tranquil pursuits of woodworking and guitar.  He is survived by his son Christopher, his daughter Abigail, his mother Gertrude, his father Terry, brothers Rob and Pat, his stepfather Harold, as well as his faithful dog Ollie and his charming cat Little Man, along with the host of friends, colleagues and companions, who grieve his tragic loss. He was 59.On-line condolences at curtis-britch.com.  Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home, & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.