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MARILYN GRACE USHER


Usher-Death-NoticeMarilyn Grace Usher, a resident of Little Current, died peacefully at Manitoulin Health Centre, surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, October 2, 2014 at the age of 78. Born to Agnes (nee Russell) and John Priest, at London, Ontario on April 23, 1936. Loved mother of Lynn, Jim and John and wife Alice. Proud grandmother of Brianne (Mike), Calum, Shawna (Ryan), Amanda (Bill), Alison (Luke). Great-grandmother of Mason, Cora-Lee, Bradley, Patrick (soon to arrive). Sister of Beverly (Bill Little). Aunt of Bill. Will always be remembered by many friends. Born in London, Marilyn graduated B.C.I High School and went on to Brantford School of X-ray in 1956. Marilyn then became the manager of the radiology department, while raising her family. She went on to follow her passion for ultrasound which led her to opening her own business serving smaller north-eastern communities. Marilyn enjoyed being actively involved in choir, theater, knitting, quilting and being a VCARS volunteer. She truly enjoyed spending time with her family, enjoying summer evenings at her home. Long known for her words of encouragement, Marilyn’s greatest passion was being a member of the Salvation Army and the church. Marilyn spent her last few years in the company of good friends and family. Family and friends will gather at Holy Trinity Anglican Church on Saturday, October 11, 2014 at 2 pm. Cremation with burial will be at a later date. Donations to Holy Trinity Anglican Church or MHC Tree of Life (donations accepted at Admitting) would be greatly appreciated. Record your thoughts, memories and photos at www.islandfuneralhome.ca. Arrangements entrusted to Island Funeral Home, Little Current.

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