‘The Office’ actor Mark York dies aged 55
RIP
The Office actor Mark York has died at the age of 55, The Montgomery County Coroner's Office has confirmed.
The actor played property manager Billy Merchant in The Office US, and according to his family died after a "brief and unexpected illness".
In a tribute received by the Radio Times, his family said, "Even though he is paralyzed since 1988, he had such an outgoing, uplifting, positive outlook and personality." "He always tried to see what he could and could accomplish, not what he could not."
Jenna Fisher, who plays Pam Beasley in The Office, shared a tribute to York on Twitter. "Mark was a lovely man & it was a pleasure working with him. Great fun every time. Lots of love to his family," she wrote.
Mark was a lovely man and a pleasure to work with. Very funny every time. Much love to his family. https://t.co/isS2GIbebD
— Jenna Fischer (@jennafischer) May 25, 2021
"Mark York from the RIP office, aka Billy Merchant. He was a brilliant human being, a positive force & a dynamic actor. You'll be missed," tweeted Rene Wilson. Played the role of.
Angela Kinsey, who starred alongside York, Wilson and Fisher in the series, equally paid her respects on Twitter.
R.I.P. Mark York, AKA BILLY MERCHANT from The Office: https://t.co/qAOGv6Gmqh He was a terrific human, a positive force and a dynamic actor. You will be missed.
— RainnWilson (@rainnwilson) May 25, 2021
Very sad to hear about Mark’s passing. He was so talented and kind and will be missed. My thoughts are with his family. May he rest in peace. ❤️ https://t.co/Py7Gmtf0Hp
— Angela Kinsey🍩 (@AngelaKinsey) May 25, 2021
"Very sad to hear of Mark's demise," she began. "He was very talented or kind & will be missed. My condolences are with this family. May they go to peace."
Mark York first appeared in The Office in season two, when Michael Scott (Steve Carell) brought him to the office for a disability awareness meeting.
Billy Scranton was the property manager of the business park until Dwight bought it from him at the end of season six.
York also starred in CSI: New York and 8 Simple Rules. He is survived by his mother, father, three brothers and other close relatives.