Sotir Davis Markoff

Sotir was born in Gaithersburg, Maryland on July 31, 2003. He enjoyed a happy childhood in Darnestown, Maryland before moving to Buckeystown when he was fifteen years old.

Those who loved Sotir will agree that although his life was cut all too short, he packed a lifetime of love and adventures into his 20 years of living.

Sotir was a true outdoor enthusiast. Even as a tiny infant, his mother remembers that he could always be calmed by walking outside and staring up at the trees. As time passed and Sotir grew, he began to climb those trees and spent most of his days immersed in some aspect of nature. He loved having adventures with family like backpacking in Wyoming, skiing in Utah and the icy hills of Whitetail. He was comfortable in the mountains, on the rivers and even in the underground caves. Sotir had a true zest for life and was always the happiest when he was pushing his limits in the wild outdoors.

Sotir also loved to play sports and was especially gifted at wrestling. He might have been thin and wiry, but he was a force to be reckoned with! To go with Sotir (on the mat) meant you’d be in for the fight of your life.

Sotir shined as a camp counselor for many summers at Owlets and Camp Calleva. He was not only highly responsible for his age, but he had the unique ability to make sure that every camper felt included and that they had an exceptional experience.

Sotir will best be remembered for his unparalleled ability to get along with anyone and everyone. He was the first to pick up and hug a baby and the one who noticed and included the kid on the sidelines. He was a true connector of people and he possessed a heart of gold.

Sotir leaves behind loving parents, siblings, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and countless cousins and friends. We all miss him terribly but are focusing on the legacy of love and adventure he has left behind.