A very special soul left us in spirit to join the Old Sport who has been patiently waiting for her for many years.
Born and raised in Prince Rupert, Marian moved to Victoria to pursue a career in nursing.
In 1963, Marian married the love of her life, Don.
They had 24 wonderful years together before Don was taken away from us too soon.
Carving out a full career at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Marian worked her way up to Head Nurse of Medical Pavilion and eventually made a change and entered the field of Infection Control. Marian became the first Infection Control Liaison at the Jubilee Hospital. She made lifelong friends throughout her nursing career. 
With an easy laugh, a great sense of humour and an overwhelming abundance of positivity and optimism, Marian touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
As her health deteriorated over the last few years, friends were critical in assisting and supporting Marian to stay in her home and be independent. Heartfelt gratitude to all of you, you know who you are…❤ 
Thank you to the 6th Floor staff at Royal Jubilee Hospital for taking good care of Marian periodically over the last few years and to the staff at Victoria General Hospital, specifically the ER and Neurology doctors and nurses.
Marian will be lovingly remembered and celebrated by her daughter,
Susan (Bob), #1 grandson, Jack 
and her brother, Alan (Marion).
For those of us left behind, life will be so empty without her… “onwards and upwards” xo
A private family service will be held per request and a celebration of Marian’s life will take place at the Penny Farthing Public House in Oak Bay on Thursday, January 30th from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of choice or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Coraline
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Mave Newall I shared many a lunch and good chat with Marian for many years—following Aquafitness at the Oak Bay Recreation Centre. My condolences to her family. I know she loved you all very much.
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Yvette Noreen I worked with Marian (Nurse)when I worked in the Microbiology Laboratory at RJH. I became very good friends with both her and Don during the years when Marian was Head of Infection Control at RJH. She was such a lovely and fun-loving lady – loved and admired by all who knew her. My condolences to her family.
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Keith Fraser Susan- Very sad to learn of your Mum’s passing. She carried on so strongly after losing Don too soon. A lovely lady you should be very proud of.
Keith Fraser ( Auntie Merle and Uncle Archie’s son)God Bless you and your family
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Eunice Johnson I worked on Medical Pavillion when Marian was Head Nurse and she was a great person to work with. My condolences go to the family whom I am sure will miss her. She was one of the fairest head nurses and was always ready to help
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Sue Street I worked at the Royal Jubilee Hospital when Marian was the Infection Control Nurse. She was always the kind of coworker that you were glad to see – friendly, pleasant, and very knowledgeable. She contributed a great deal during her nursing career.
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Helen Toye Min is and will always be my best buddy. We have been so since we were in grade 2 or 3. I shall miss her for always…
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Jim Abbott Suzie, Bob and Jack
Was so sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Please accept my condolences.
She left a lot of special memories!
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Harry Lepp I hate looking at the obits ‘cuz I may see someone I know listed. And sure enough, one of my first (and best) friend is listed. I know we will all leave this earth but it’s sad to see. Don & Marion, we go back to the early 80’s. In my world, the best friends ever! They’re together now, which is a very good thought! I’ll see you all at Penny Farthing.. ….
Oh Susie. I have been thinking of your Mum so much. She was a light in my life as was your Dad when Doug had his heart attack in 1986. And they were there when the girls Denine and Daina needed help. It breaks my heart that she has passed. My Doug passed in the 31st ofJan. Do not know if you remember family or me or not. My blessings are sent to you and family. I will always miss your Mum and Dad yo the fullest. Big big hugs Coraline