Marilyn passed peacefully at Saint Vincent Hospital on November 15, 2024. She was comforted by family and friends.
Marilyn was born in Ottawa and lived and worked there for many years before moving to California. She lived in La Jolla and loved her time there. She returned to Ottawa and worked for Carleton University before retiring.
Marilyn had an incredible sense of humour. You could count on her to make you laugh at some crazy story of something that happened to her. There was no end of them. And there is no end to the number of wonderful friends she had. Too many to list here but you are all remembered and loved. It is a true testament to what a good friend she was. Her recent 86th birthday was celebrated with so many cards and warm wishes. She will be truly missed.
Marilyn loved the Kennedys, figure skating, cats and cheeseburgers.
Marilyn was a caring stepmother to Danielle Smith (Joey) and Pierre Levesque (Madeleine), and beloved Nanny to Shawn (Jen), Jessica, Ashley (Mark), Matthew (Amanda) and Tyler (Tasha). She had many great grandchildren and was crazy about them all.
She was a very special person to her cousin, Paula Melville, and her spouse Jim McKendry who were there for her in the last difficult months. She was also cared for deeply by her cousins, Robert, John (Joni) and Peter (Jennifer).
We would like to thank the staff at Saint Vincent Hospital for their care and support. They are amazing people.
At Marilyn’s request, there will not be a formal funeral service. She will be laid to rest in Beechwood Cemetery with family.
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Suzelle Charette Saab
Isabella Grigoroff
It was wonderful to get to know Marilyn as my nearby neighbour at 350 Driveway Place. Always so cheerful and bright with wit. I still smile when I think of her, and miss her generous, gentle spirit.
Shawn Smith
I will miss my Nanny C (Nanny from California). We shared in many family celebrations and laughs together over the years. She always loved getting updates and pictures of my kids and their cousins, "the greats", and remembered their birthdays. I remember her telling me about her trip across the country by train and the stories she told making friends with strangers to met along the way. She was a special lady. RIP Nanny C.
Annette Schmidt
Marilyn was a special "Starbucks Friend" of mine.
We had fun coffee visits up to and including an out from St. Vs.
So happy to have known her.
Marilyn- I will always remember you for the love af animals........Thanks to Pat Winter , I had the chance to meet you ...... Rest in peace