Marion Spencer
Died: January 9, 2008 | Place: London Health Sciences Centre - University Hospital
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SPENCER, Marion
At University Hospital, London on Wednesday, January 9, 2008, after a short illness. Predeceased by her parents Elinor and Jack Clode and her younger sister Ruth. Dearest friend and adored life partner of Don for 49 years, dear mother of David (Kathy) of London, Douglas (Sonia) of Ottawa and Craig (Erin) of Toronto. Proud grandmother of Jennifer, Daniel, Zoë, Samuel, Stefan (deceased), McKenna and Smith. Marion was a highly regarded teacher in North York and at the Children’s Psychiatric Research Institute in London and a committed volunteer in church, children’s and youth groups, the C.N.I.B. and the Palliative Care Unit at Parkwood Hospital London. Marion will be remembered lovingly as a classic swimmer, an enthusiastic canoeist and walker, and a lover of the outdoors. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 19, 2008 from 3-5 p.m. at Metropolitan United Church, 468 Wellington Street, London. A service celebrating Marion’s life will be held at the church on Sunday, January 20, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of other remembrances, gifts to the Women’s Community House, 101 Wellington Road, London, Ontario, N6C 4M7 or to the Rotholme Women’s and Family Shelter, 42 Stanley Street, London, Ontario, N6C 1B1 or a helping agency of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks to the skilled and compassionate nurses and doctors at University Hospital and warm appreciation to Dr. W. G. Ellyatt, family physician, for his wise care for over 30 years. Online condolences accepted at www.amgeorgefh.on.ca
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We heard with regrets the loss of Mrs Marion Spencer, dear mother of Doug (Sonia) dear grandmother of Daniel, Zo+â-½, and Sam and our good friend. We will always remember her as a joyful, kind, generous person and the memories of our short but joyful times together, will always remain in our hearts. She was a very devoted wife, mother and grandmother, always willing to help out with enthusiasm and care. She will be missed by all.
Don and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the death of your dear wife and mother. I enjoyed playing bridge for many years with Marion in our group which met twice a month. When you left London for North Bay, my family and I (vacationing near Huntsville) enjoyed spending a lovely day at your new home, shared a delicious meal, spent time at a nearby lake swimming and canoeing, and got caught up on each other’s news. She was a lovely person and I’ll treasure the memories I have of our friendship.
I am truly saddened by the passing of Marian. She was a great lady and a loving person. Sonia is lucky to have had such a great mother-in-law. I wish I could be with all of you during these trying times. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. Yvonne
Dear Uncle Don – I still think of you that way. I am so very sorry for loss of Aunt Marion. I have such fond memories of my time with her as a girl and young woman. There is rarely a time that I don’t think of her when I make Tuna Melts after church. I know she was such a good friend to mom and was very wise in her ways of helping. My prayers are with you, David, Doug, Craig, their wives and your many grandchildren. Blessings always, Dianne Palachik (Cook).
Dear Don and family. How sad to hear about Marion. What great memories I have of her. All the grandkids have tasted rum dum diddle and then have heard the stories about lunches, get togethers and camping. I remember sitting in your living room on McCowan. It had a fireplace and Marion and I would drink tea while the kids played. At times we would still be there at dinner and Marion, being who she was, would invite us for dinner. That is how we learned about rum dum diddle. She was an inspiration and very important to me at that stage in my life. I will never forget her.
I will be thinking of you as you struggle through the weeks to come.
Shirley
Don: Our thoughts and prayers are with you as we remember the pleasant times we spent with you both. With sincere sympathy.
Claire and Don Page.
Most of my friendship with Marion was at the YMCA exercise program, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 8:00AM to 9:30AM. In the pool and in the gym Marion had a smile from ear to ear. There was a light in her that made people around her feel better. As we know proper exercise is good for the body, but it is just as important to be around people that help start your day with happy thoughts.
Thanks to Marion for those good days. Unfortunately I will be away for the celebration of Marion’s life, but wanted to be remembered to my friend Don and and his family
Dear Don: It was with great sadness that we have learned of Marion’s passing and please accept our condolences. I recall Marion as a person who always greeted people with a smile. You could always count on her ever present warmth and compassion. As a life partner and Mother, we also knew of Marion’s unquestionable devotion to a remarkable family. We remember being in the Spencer home in North Bay when Marion and you were so kind to have colleagues attend an open house. I remember hearing about how Marion and her sister had ‘baked for a week’ prior to that event and it certainly showed. I will also recall occasionally seeing both on you on one of your many walks and one had the sense that these outings were part of a special routine for both of you. I am only sorry that Sue and I were unable to attend the Service. Our thoughts are with you and your family and we only know that Marion, as a very special person, will be so sadly missed.
Paul & Sue Fleury
We are dismayed and deeply saddened by the loss of this fine lady. She has brightened our many gatherings over the years, always lifting our spirits and adding to fun, laughter, and moments of friendship and insights. It is too soon, too soon. We will miss her terribly, but will never forget her, nor fail to appreciate what she has added to our lives. Our deepest sympathy goes to Don and to their family.
Dear Don & family: Our heartfelt condolences. We are joining
you in your prayers at this difficult time. May God Almighty
give you all the strength to bear the loss of dear Marion. We
remember her smiling face and soft speaking nature. A very good
person indeed in all respects. May her departed soul rest in peace.
Warm Regards –
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Marion. She always had a smile when she came into the office and I know that she is still smiling down on us. We wish all of Gods Blessing on the family through this hard time. All our Prays are with them.
Dear Craig, Erin, and family,
My condolences to the whole family… you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Shelley
My deepest sympathy. It was devastating news to receive. My thoughts are with you at this time. Please take care of yourselves,
Chris
Dear Craig and family, please accept our deepest condolences at this time, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
It is with great sadness that we learned of Marion+óGé¼Gäós passing. That her smile, sunny disposition, enthusiasm and infectious laugh has been stilled is a great loss to everyone who came in contact with her. She will leave a huge void in the lives of Don, her sons and their wives and her grandchildren. She was a marvelous neighbour and valued friend of many years. We looked forward to our annual dinner of fish and chips at the Silver Pines, while Marion and Don were at the cottage. Marion and Dora always shared happy memories of their early days on Nightingale Place in Scarborough when they would share the task of painting our mutual fence, each on their own side but chatting and laughing as they painted and forming a close friendship. Our daughters join us in extending heartfelt condolences.
Dora and Bill Rathbun
Gravenhurst
I was saddened to hear of Mrs. Spencer’s passing. I will always remember her as a young mother of three young boys, David, Doug and Craig whom I babysat It’s hard to acknowledge that so many years have passed since those Nightingale days but I always remember a smiling, fun loving lady. I’m sure she will be sadly missed by you all.
My Condolences, Jennifer (Rathbun) Scott