Marjorie Frances Holden
Died: February 28, 2014 | Place: Chartwell (Chateau Gardens)
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HOLDEN, Marjorie Frances (nee Teel)…..
Peacefully at Chartwell (Chateau Gardens), London, on Friday, February 28, 2014, Marjorie Holden in her 93rd year. Beloved wife of the late Lorne W. Holden. Loving mother of Craig (Anne) Holden of Toronto, Carol (Tom) Halpin of Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Glen (the late Diane) Holden of Nassau, Bahamas, Mark (Heather) Holden of London. Much loved Nana of Tom, Ann Catherine, Marie, John, Liz, Tafadzwa, Ben, Max and Amy and also missed by her 14 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her sisters Pauline Dery and Shirley DeBellefeuille, her brother Grant Teel. The family would like to thank the staff at Chartwell for their wonderful care and support. Friends will be received by the family from 10-11 am on Monday, March 10, 2014 at St. Anne’s Anglican Church (Byron), 1344 Commissioners Road West, London where the funeral service will take place at 11:00 am with Reverend Canon Janet M. Lynall officiating. As an expression of sympathy and In-Lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 180-633 Colbourne Street, London, ON N6B 2V3. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Your Mom was a very special lady, loved by you all, and I am sure will be missed dearly. I know she always made me feel welcome when I was around her.
Dear Carol and family. Was so sorry to learn of the passing of your mom. It has been over 55 years since I have seen you, but I remember clearly how kind your mom was to me when I would come to your home to play when you lived on Maurice St. For a lady to leave such an impression on a young 10yr old this many years later, speaks volumes about her. Holding you in prayers and sending you hugs. fondly Ronalee
Sincere sympathy to your family. Your mom had such a gentle and kind spirit that was always present in her long and close friendship with my mother. Thinking of you at this time.
Mark, Heather and family, we are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sincerely Laura & Darin Dirk
My deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your Mom. She was such a beautiful person both inside and out. My Mom always treasured the special friendship she shared with Marj. I’m sure the “bridge girls’ are somewhere together remembering the many laughs and good times they had.
I thought I would share with you my some of my memories about Marje.
In 1981, I met Marje in the Admitting Department at Victoria Hospital where we both worked. In one of our conversations I learned Marje went to Loretto Academy in Montréal, as did I in Guelph. Both of us were raised Catholic, naturally we connected straight away.
One of the things we frequented was golfing at Twin Streams and sometimes with Lorne at Echo Valley.
The story I remember in particular was when Lorne’s eyesight was failing badly. Marje (spunky as she was) was determined to drive to their favourite place in Arizona. All excited they set off for their big trip and after many hours of driving discovered…….they were right back at the Canadian border.
As time marched on (and for safety reasons) I preferred to do the driving. I would pick Marje up at her apartment and we would be on our way for a lovely lunch. Marje in her own special way would say, “Why are you going this way? It’s better to go the other way.” This was what I loved about her….she didn’t hold back!
On another one of our many lunch dates, Marje told me how she had gone alone to arrange to for her funeral. The Funeral Director spent several hours going over every detail. Marje made the situation funny and we ended up laughing to great length throughout our lunch……”So…… Marje I hope you get the sandwiched you asked for.”
What I loved most about Marje was her excitement for life, the good times we had together, the interest she took in what was going on in my life and her spunkiness and zest for life.
Marje, it’s been a blessing to have you in my life.
I will miss you!
Your friend,
Bev
Dear Holden Family So sorry for your loss of your Mom. I remember your Mom and Dad many years ago when hanging out with Glen. I don’t know if you Glen came to London for the service? My thoughts are with your family. Brenda
To Mark and Glen: Yesterday Bunk told me of your mom’s passing. Although I had never met her I’m sure that she was quite exceptional and that you all will miss her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers….Gerry McKeon
On behalf of our Mom,Elsa Hale and her daughters Val, Vicki and Barb we extend our deepest condolences. Mom always spoke very highly of Marj and their great times playing bridge.