Winnifred Ethel Marcus
Winnifred Ethel Marcus
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Born on January 16, 1934, in Rosemont, Montreal, Canada, Winnie was the daughter of George and Dorothy May. She spent her early years in Canada with her siblings carrying the warmth and spirit of her upbringing throughout her life. Winnie met her husband John in Plattsburgh New York, married in her hometown in Canada and began a wonderful journey as an Air Force wife and mother. Living in Plattsburgh NY, Nebraska, Arizona, Delaware, Okinawa, North Dakota and finally settling in Portsmouth NH where John retired from the United States Air Force. Along the way she made numerous friends who she cherished.
Winnie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John D. Marcus. She was also predeceased by her parent's and siblings George, Pippy, Sis, Dossie, and Bobby.
She is survived by her son John and his wife Jean of Eliot, Maine. Winnie was a loving Nana to granddaughters, Jennifer Marcus of Dover, New Hampshire, and Jillian Romeo and her husband Anthony of Eliot, Maine. Her devotion to her family remained a constant source of strength and joy.
A private family service will be held on October 9th, 2025 at the New Hampshire Veterans Cemetery, Boscawen, New Hampshire. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, PO Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168 in dana-farber.org/gift . Care for the Marcus family has been entrusted to the JS Pelkey & Son Funeral Home.
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Michael W. May
October 8, 2025
The May family Christmas Eve gatherings are what I remember as the few times I got to see Auntie Winnie, Uncle John and young Johnny.
I am grateful I had spoken to Auntie Winnie by phone only a couple years ago after I sent her photos of her father and brother (my father Pippy) at their work in Angus shops. I recall how emotional she was to see those photos.
It was nice to hear her voice again.
Cousin Johnny and family please accept our condolences.
Mike May & family
Robby May
October 8, 2025
I have many wonderful memories of our Christmas Eve family get togethers at Nanna and Poppa's. Aunty Winnie's big smile and hearty laugh filled the kitchen with love and happiness. Thank you, my wonderful Godmother, for your protection, your guidance, and your beautiful, selfless heart. Dear Johnnie and family, please accept our deepest condolences, love and hugs. Robby May & Family.
Tammy Wood
October 7, 2025
Alot of people will say it but Auntie Winnie really was the best!!! I have so many great memories of her and Uncle John and our trips to New Hampshire and Hampton Beach. She was one of the only ones growing up to call me out on my adolescent ways. She´d say: You having a crisis Tam?! Lolll I still hear it today and think of her when yes I´m having a crisis!!! She was kind, caring and always had time to chat to know what the scoop was!!! I loved her dearly. She was the favorite aunt for sure and I will miss her. Say hi to mom and don´t get into too much trouble in the casinos up there you two!! Love you always Tam xx
Wendy Wood
October 7, 2025
Auntie Winnie was the best! I remember going to visit her house in New Hampshire as a kid and having the best slumber parties with Twinkies and lots of laughs. She will be missed by myself, my sister Tammy and my dad Rick. May she rest in peace...my sympathies to Johnnie and all his family. Love you guys xxx
Wendy
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Rick Wood
October 7, 2025
Winnie was like a second mother to me and she raised me while my parents were making a living. I spent many wonderful years visitings her and John talking about the old times and going out to eat and shop. I will miss her terribly and she will always be in my thoughts.
William May
October 7, 2025
Auntie Winnie was such a special person. Whenever she came to visit in Montreal, and stayed with Nana and Grandpa, we used to head over to see her. A few times we would visit her in Plattsburgh, at the airforce base. Once Little Johnny was born, he was always by her side. Auntie Winnie had such a beautiful smile, and when she laughed she would light up the room. Well now the siblings and parents are joined together, probably sharing stories, and catching up. Picking on each other as they used to. Of course I´m sure the first person she will search out is Uncle John, the love of her life. RIP Auntie Winnie! Our condolences to Johnny and the family. Love William (Billy) May and family
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