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Marilyn Mathieson
July 15, 1937 - April 9, 2022
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Marilyn Anne Mathieson (nee Webb), 84, of Oliver, BC passed away April 9, 2022 in Langley, BC with her daughters by her side.
Marilyn was predeceased by Allan, her husband of 60 years. She will be lovingly remembered by her partner, Stan Greenwood of Trail, BC, and her daughters, Lynanne, Jan (Mike), Sue (Greg), and Margie (Pat). Marilyn will also be fondly remembered by her 10 grandchildren, Shawn (Brittany), Carleigh and Ryan O’Leary; Matthew, Caitlin, Andrew & Mark Nusche; Trevor (Tania) & Megan (Alex) Yerxa and Callum (Alyssa) Mathieson. Marilyn was also great-grandma to Wesley, Kai, Rayne and Silas.
Marilyn was born in Montreal, Quebec to parents Alfred and Anne Webb. She grew up in North Vancouver and graduated from North Vancouver Senior Secondary High School. She graduated from the St. Paul’s School of Nursing in 1958. In the same year Marilyn married her high school sweetheart, Allan Mathieson. They resided in North Vancouver and welcomed 4 daughters to their family. Marilyn worked as a nurse at Lions Gate Hospital until 1967 when the family relocated to Oliver.
In Oliver Marilyn completed her education to become a Registered Nurse and worked at both St. Martin’s and Southern Okanagan General Hospitals. She was the family medical expert and all would check in with “Nurse Marilyn” with any medical concerns be it for family or their pets. She was an accomplished seamstress and made equestrian clothing and fancy dresses for her daughters, costumes for Halloween or the latest community stage production and in retirement she made beautiful quilts.
Marilyn and Allan relocated the family to Langley in 1976 where they both started new careers as realtors until their retirement in 2000. For retirement they returned to the warm climate of Oliver, BC where they spent the remainder of their lives.
Marilyn was active in choirs through most of her life and will be remembered for her strong alto voice. She was a member of the Okanagan International Chorus and a past member of Sage Valley Voices.
Marilyn was an avid and accomplished golfer. She was a member of the Fort Langley Golf Club while living in Langley and has been a member of the Osoyoos Golf Club since returning to Oliver.
A memorial service in memory of Marilyn will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, April 30th at the Elks Lodge, 477 Bank Ave, Oliver, BC. A second memorial will be held in Langley, BC this summer, the date, time and location to be confirmed.
Those who desire may make donations in memory of Marilyn the charity of their choice.
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From: Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Ltd.
The Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Lori and Chris Stodola
Relation: Fellow singers in the OIC
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your mum, Margie and family. I will miss Marilyn’s kindness and voice in the alto section and the choir won’t be the same without her. Thinking of you.
From: Sandra Smith
Relation: Student of Allan's.
Condolences to all the family.
From: Nieves Windley
Relation: Family friend
We are so shocked for the sudden passing of Marilyn, extremely devastated and beyond belief that she left us so soon and so unexpectedly. We are missing you dearly Marilyn, your beautiful smile, your sense of humour, your caring and loving personality will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace we love you and forever in our hearts and mind. Our deepest condolences to the whole family.
Love you forever,
Nieves, Greg and Josh
From: Lloyd and Carol Fairweather
Relation: Friend
We are heartbroken at the sudden loss of your mom. We shared many memories together with your mom. We will miss her presence in the Okanagan International Chorus.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family.
Much love,
Lloyd and Carol
From: Heather Frank
Relation: Fellow Sage Valley Voices, choir member
On behalf of the Sage Valley Voices, I would like to offer our sincere condolences on Marilyn’s passing. As one of several choirs she belonged to, we too will miss her lovely alto voice, her beautiful smile, her kindness and her willingness to help others. She will be missed! “The song has ended but the melody lingers on.” 🎶
From: Teresa Marty
Relation: Choir, alto section
So very sad to hear about Marilyn’s passing. I have been singing with her for over 10 years now. That lovely alto voice, just a couple of feet behind me on my left, helped lead me to the right notes. And what a wit. I will miss her.
From: Elizabeth/Earl May
Relation: Fellow OIC choir member
Dear Margie and family…my heart is with you at this time. I shall miss your Mum not only for her presence in our OIC choir but for her genuine loving presence and care in my life. I shall miss her hugs of encouragement and am so glad her life touched mine.
Love, Elizabeth (Beth ) May
From: Marisa Munday
Relation: Fellow choir member in the Osoyoos International Choir
Dear Margie and family,
My condolences on the loss of your Mom. She was a constant source of strength to the Alto section in the International Choir. She will be sorely missed.
In sympathy,
From: Marilyn (Wedley) Anderson
Relation: School friends.
I am sincerely saddened by the passing of Marilyn and offer my condolences to all her family. We were long time friends during our school years in North Lonsdale until our graduation from North Vancouver High School in 1955. We met at subsequent grad reunions. She was a kind, special friend to me and to all who knew her. I treasure the memories. The “other” Marilyn.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
Date & Time:
April 30, 2022
Beginning at 2:00pm
Location:
Oliver Elks Hall
477 Banks Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
A memorial service in memory of Marilyn will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, April 30th at the Elks Lodge, 477 Bank Ave, Oliver, BC.
477 Banks Avenue
Oliver, BC Canada
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Those who desire may make donations in memory of Marilyn the charity of their choice.
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