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MARILYN JOY WILSON

MARILYN WILSON Obituary

MARILYN JOY WILSON (SPENCE) Of Newmarket, Ontario, passed away unexpectedly at South Lake Regional Health Centre on February 3, 2016. Born April 9, 1930 in Ottawa, Ontario to James Welton Spence and Lillian May Spence (Harrison). Marilyn was predeceased by the love of her life, Allan Stuart Cooke Wilson. Raising five children, Marilyn spent many summers with them at their cottage on Six Mile Lake with Stuart joining the family on weekends. In winter months, Marilyn and Stuart loved to ski and would spend weekends on the slopes with their children. She had a passion for gourmet cooking and loved to entertain. Marilyn volunteered her time with the Canadian Cancer Society as well as being a Girl Guide Leader for many years. She was an avid bridge player and worked for many years as a tour guide at Black Creek Pioneer Village. Marilyn is survived by her five children (and spouses): Sandra (Greg), Erica (David), Derek (Cathy), Shelagh (Denis) and Nancy (Guy) and twelve grandchildren: Emily, Christopher (Chelsea), James (Lindsei), Kerline (Jordan), Yolande (Jon), Jason, Kyleigh, Robin, Clara, Rebecca, Wilson and Cadin and her sister Lorraine Wright. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Metro Toronto Conservation Authority or the Canadian Cancer Society. A celebration of life will be held on July 12, 2016 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Newmarket Community Centre, 200 Doug Duncan Drive.

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Published by Toronto Star on Feb. 9, 2016.

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Donna Di Lello

February 13, 2016

I will always remember your mom as a gentle, friendly, happy person. All our condolences on your loss.

Julie Hopkins (Karrys)

February 9, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Nancy and your entire family at this time. Your mother was an extraordinary women who touched the lives of many in our community. She will be greatly missed.

Pamela Spence

February 9, 2016

Aunt Marilyn AND Uncle Stuart were very positive people. They were parents first and championed their kids to be the successful people and parents they are today. Aunt Marilynalways took a keen interest in her kin and others engaging in conversation at all gatherings. I will miss her happy voice and cheery smile. Best wishes to all. See you in July. Xo. Pam

John and Lori Carkner

February 9, 2016

Lori and I are sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of your mom from times together in Barbados.

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