It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marlene Harper in her 89th year.
She is now reunited with her love, Leslie. Loving mother of Dwight (Cindy), Duane (Catherine), and the late Debbi (John). Cherished grandmother of Sarah (Ed), Selina (Donald), Shauna (Jerry), Desirae (Steve), Damien (Crystal), Leslie-John (Haley), and Toni-Lynne (Pat). Great Grandma of Molly (Tarak), Harley, Austin, Whisper-Lynn, Makayla, Cadence, Bryce, Zoey, Xavier, Rowan, Xander, Donovan, Alorah, Serenity, Jennifer, Dracen, Chantal, Bransen, Owen and Maksym. Great Great Grandma of Archie. Marlene is predeceased by her loving parents, William and Dorothy. And she will be dearly missed by her brother, Ron (Helen).
She will be forever remembered and cherished by her best friends Marlene and Sandy.
Marlene was very devoted to her faith, spending her years as a volunteer for Emmanuel United Church. A true passion of hers. In her spare time, Marlene enjoyed knitting. She was also an avid hockey lover, for 60 years she was a season ticket holder for the Soo Greyhounds. Marlene also loved to cook and bake. In her life, she worked as a head cook, an excellent one at that. She was known for her delicious cinnamon buns and killer pie crusts.
Friends and family are invited to visit Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522) on Monday, January 13, 2025 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. A service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 11:00 am, officiated by Rev. Nancy Ferguson. Memorial contributions (made payable by cheque or online) can be made to Emmanuel United Church. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.arthurfuneralhome.com for the Harper family.