Claire Secord MARSHALL

1952 - 2021

CLAIRE SECORD MARSHALL May 28, 1952 - April 2, 2021 We are deeply saddened by Claire's unexpected death resulting from cardiac arrest on Good Friday. Claire was the second daughter of the late John and Esther (Macdonald) Marshall of Ancaster, Ontario; sister and close friend to Ann (Glen Bell), Mary (Stephen, deceased 2018) Prime, and Janet (Alan) Walker. Claire graduated from Branksome Hall and Fanshawe College, settling in Toronto and working at Black's Photography. Family was the centre of Claire's life. She adored her nieces and nephews - Allison, Eric and Heather (Scott Sinclair) Prime; John Bell; Ross (Amm Laolee), Meghan and Colin Walker - and her grandnieces, Nalada Walker and Wynne Sinclair. Claire had an endearing way with children and quickly became the favourite aunt. Claire's passion was music. She was a devoted member of the Rosedale Presbyterian Church Choir and valued her friendships there. Her voice and piano lessons with her treasured teacher and friend, Brooke, were an anchor in her life. Her last lesson was on the afternoon of her death. Claire received great joy from taking pictures, becoming our family photographer and creating beautiful note cards. She loved her travels to the west and east coasts, especially Newfoundland, carefully planning her trips to coincide with iceberg season. We admired Claire's determination, self-discipline and independence. She will be remembered as kind and gentle, fun-loving and generous. Donations in Claire's memory may be made to Rosedale Presbyterian Church or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. A celebration of Claire's life will be held at a later date. "Sleep my child and peace attend thee, all through the night"