Marion passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 after a short but valiant battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Edinburgh, Scotland on March 7, 1934. She is survived by her devoted husband of 48 years, Don; sons, Andrew (Abigail) and Bruce (Carol); adoring granddaughters, Grace and Eve; brother, Frank Cowan in Holland; sister, Mae Stewart in Edinburgh and lifelong friend Shiela Dunlop. She will also be deeply missed by a special group of friends who made Marion their “Scottish Queen”.
Friends are invited to visit with the family from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Thursday, September 17th at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, Johnson & Vancouver Streets. At Marion’s request, a private family service will take place Friday morning followed by cremation. A Celebration of Marion’s Life will take place at a later date.
Marion’s family want to express their deep gratitude to Dr. David Meir, the staff and volunteers at Victoria Hospice and the Home Care Nursing Staff at Esquimalt/West Shore for their kind, compassionate care of Marion during her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canadian Cancer Research or Victoria Hospice Society would be appreciated.
17 Responses
Dear Don and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Marion’s passing. It has been a few years since we crossed paths but the good memories remain.
Mary & Hugh
Dear Don,
What a shock to learn of Marion’s passing. Don, to you and family my condolences.
Marion and I shared many fun times together as well as bridge!
All the best,
Eleanor
Dear Don
So sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Our hearts go out to you,
Andrew , Bruce and the family. With deepest sympathy.
Love,
Diane and Ken
Dear Don:
There are no words to express my sorrow at your loss. But my thoughts and prayers are with you. Memories are a wonderful comfort and you will have loads of memories after all those years together.
Lots of love to you, your Boys and their families.
Eleanor
Dear Don and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your great loss.
I only knew Marion as a Bridge partner but enjoyed her wicked sense of humour and her mischievous personality ( She was also a very shrewd player.}. We shall miss her so much at the Oak Bay Bowling Club Duplicate Bridge sessions.
I hope that time will gradually heal your pain and that you’re left with wonderful memories of this beautiful woman. Maybe next year Don you will join us on the bowling green;
Dear Don,
We will remember Marion as a most lively friend with a gentle sense of humour. Our sympathies are with you and your family.
Herb & Phyllis Girard
Dear Don & family,
So sorry about Marion”s untimely death. Loved being with her when you lived in Ont. & especially on our Greek Trip. Her love for everybody & her fun will never be forgotten. Will be thinking & praying for you.
Love Joyce