Peacefully at Strathroy Middlesex General Hospital, on Wednesday July 12, 2023, Marion (McIntyre) Abbott, wife of the late Art Abbott (2017).
Loving mother of Muriel, Wesley (Lisa), Catherine, and Carol. Proud grandmother of Megan, Cliff (Kayla), Nicole (Farhiya), Ben (Jasmine), Jonathan, Laura (Alec), Anne (Liam), and Elizabeth. Special great-grandmother to Lily, Maisie, and Blake. Sister and sister-in-law of Betty Batchelor of Burnaby BC, Olga McIntyre of Winnipeg MB, Gary and Diane McIntyre of Kingsville ON, and Rowena Tindall of Wiarton, ON. Aunt of 14 nieces and nephews and their families in BC, Alberta, Manitoba, and Ontario. Predeceased by son-in-law Peter Calabretta, brother Bill McIntyre, brother-in-law Allen Tindall, and parents Hugh and Eileen (Cook) McIntyre.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Saturday, July 15th from 12:30 – 1:30 PM where the funeral service will be held at 2 PM. Interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye.
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Ralph and Eleanor Smith
It was over 55 years ago when this “city girl” moved to a farm on the Townline. What a wonderful happenstance for our Scott family that our closest neighbours were the Abbotts. Marion and Art were so welcoming and introduced us to their friends and included us in the activities of the area. That we had children the same age as theirs, seemed a fortune too good to be true. I always admired Marion’s calm presence and saw how thoughtfully she was able to guide her children. We remained in touch over the years and I will miss hearing her voice on the telephone. I will remember Marion for her warmth and kindness. To all the Abbott family we send our love and condolences.
Olga McIntyre
Cherished sister to her late brother Bill and loving Sister -in-Law and Aunt, Marion had a special quality that was admired by many.
Although we lived miles apart we continued to stay in touch and I always appreciated Marion’s updates of the McIntyre family news.
She has left behind many fond memories of her and Arts visits to Winnipeg and I have many pleasant recollections of our adventures during their visits.
Dear Muriel, Cate, Wesley , Carol and your families I know you will miss your Mom’s guidance and love but I am sure she will be walking beside you everyday.
Our heartfelt condolences to everyone.
Love: Aunt Olga and family
Marilyn Pritchard
To Marion’s Family
Sending my deepest sympathy on the passing of Marion. She was a lovely lady and will be truly missed.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Pritchard and Family
Cathy Borshell
Carol, Cate and families,
Rob and I are truly sad to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was such a lovely lady and will be missed by all of you. I remember her bringing us flowers after Rob’s dad passed and that was probably the last time we saw her. You were so blessed to have been raised by such a wonderful lady. Wishing you all peace at this difficult time.
Rob and Cathy Borshell
Nancy Morgan
Dear Carol. My heartfelt condolences to you, Anne, Elizabeth and your family at this very difficult time. I am so sorry I can’t be with you today but I will be keeping you close in my thoughts. Sincerely, Nancy Morgan.
Tom and Phyllis Tomes
Our condolences to you on the loss of your Mother.
Marilyn Batchelor
Aunt Marion was a remarkable woman and although we lived so far apart I have nothing but positive memories of her. Muriel, my tearful condolences go out to you and your family for such a devastating loss.
Marjory Wellman
To my cousins Muriel, Wesley, Catherine and Carol and their families.
I’m sending my sincerest condolences and sympathy on learning of the very sad passing of my Aunt Marion.
I cherish the memories I have of her and Uncle Art’s welcoming kindness when I came out for a
couple of visits.
Hoping your own memories will help bring you comfort.
Love, Marjory
Nancy Batchelor (and Lori)
To all Marion’s family and friends, our deepest condolences on losing your Mum, Grandma, Great Grandma, Sister, Aunt and Friend. She will always be remembered in your hearts and ours. Her family and friends were a great joy throughout her life and we hope you find comfort in your loving memories and knowing you brought her that joy. We share in your sadness but also in the happiness she had knowing she was surrounded by much love and caring.
Betty (McIntyre) Batchelor
My sister Marion may be gone from sight but not from my heart. I will miss her and our phone calls and reminiscences and her keeping in touch and updating us on family comings and goings. Caring thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Take comfort in memories with family and friends and celebrate her life. Love to you all.
Joyce Sovereign
Muriel ,Wesley ,Catherine ,Carol and all the rest of Marion’s Family
My sincere sympathy on the death of your Mom ,she had a nice long life ,but it is still hard to say that final goodbye .
It was always nice to meet up with both your Mom and Dad and have a nice visit and a few laughs ,and remember all the fun times they shared with my Uncle Jack and Aunt Shirley Dickins .
May God comfort you all at this sad time .
Jeff Young & Teresa Young
Sorry to her of Marion’s passing She will be missed
George and Sue Wilson
All Marion’s family, heartfelt condolences on your loss of your Mom, Grandma. She was a gentle lady. Cherish your precious memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Diane Park
Muriel and family
I had the pleasure of having a few short conversations with your mom over the past few days. It warms my heart to see she has carried her beautiful smile from the days she taught me in grade school, right to the very end. ( she was one of my favourite teachers). I will be thinking of you and yours as you journey on without her. Please except my heartfelt condolences.
Diane Park
Margaret Prout
My sincere condolences to the Abbott family on the loss of Marion. I have known
Marion for many years and we enjoyed some great card parties. I am ever so grateful
that I had a visit with her as she celebrated this past April her 90th birthday. Treasure
your memories now and in the days ahead.
Brenda (Parsons) Martene
To all of Marion Abbott’s Family . . .
“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.”
I am sending my heartfelt sympathies to you at this difficult time as you say good-bye & mourn the loss of an especially important lady in your lives. Marion was such a lovely person, always smiling, cheerful, kind-hearted, sincere, hard-working, just a remarkable woman who along with your dad, Art raised a wonderful family. I have so many great memories of both your parents from earlier years of when Art & your mom had standardbred horses boarded at my late parent’s farm (Jack & Marion Parsons Stables) just outside of Exeter & also at the local standardbred races. I remember them as a happy, fun-loving couple. It is always hard to see our once lively parents age & eventually leave this world behind – but know they are reunited in Heaven forever. Speaking on behalf of myself & my siblings of the Parsons family – we are going to miss Marion & Art – but we will treasure our favourite memories. We will be keeping your entire family in our thoughts and prayers. May the loving memories you have of your parents live on – in your hearts forever & help you through the difficult days ahead. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
I wish you strength & love from those who surround you as you walk these next few months.
With deepest sympathy – I will be thinking & praying for you as you mourn & celebrate your beautiful Mom – HUGS to all! ❤️🙏🏻❤️
Brenda (Parsons) Martene
Larry and Faye (Blair) Skinner
Our sincere condolences on the death of Marion. She was a long time member of Centralia United Church along with Art. May you cherish your memories of a life well lived.
Gerald and Janet Weido
Muriel, Wes, Catherine and Carol,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you and your families on the passing of Marion.
Your mom and dad were great neighbours for many years.
We enjoyed many euchre games and going for drives, normally ending up at a restaurant.
Jim and Helen Hearn
Our sincere sympathy to you, Muriel and your entire family. She has touched so many lives. She may be gone, but will certainly not be forgotten.
Jim and Helen
Earl and Marilyn Miller
To Marion’s family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family in the passing of Marion. Earl remembers her as an encouraging and caring teacher at SS# 7 (Zion) school. We always appreciated her warm smile and friendly personality whenever we met up with her. We know she will be greatly missed.
Sharon Abel
Dear Muriel, Megan, Cliff and families:
Rick, Erin, and Bryan join me in sending you our deepest condolences on the loss of your dear mother and grandmother. I will always remember her beautiful smile and gracious manner. Muriel, may you be comforted knowing that your constant care and love for her was all any mother would hope for and need.
We will remember all of you in the coming weeks and months.
Sincerely
Sharon
Kevin Almeida
My condolences to Carol and family, I hope you find comfort in all the great memories you all share.
Ray and Judy Mills
Muriel, Wes, Catharine, Carol and families;
Please accept our deepest sympathy at your loss. I first got to know your mother as a teacher. She worked in the school in Lucan from time to time and I remember a night of a Christmas concert where I got ill and she had to take over my class for the night. What a life saver she was that night. She was always so reliable, so self assured, so comfortable in any situation. She hosted a shower for me also when we were expecting our first child. What a kind and thoughtful gesture that was. Marion always arrived at least 15 minutes early for church, sometimes earlier. She said it was the best time to meditate, to think, to just be still and feel the presence of God. I did miss seeing Marion when she moved to London but we would chat on the phone occasionally, but of course never as often as we should have. I know her presence will be missed in your lives. She was always so proud of her family and her grandchildren. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Powe family
To all the Abbott family,
Our sincere condolences in the loss of a dear mother and grandmother. Marion will be missed.
Alan Powe, Elaine and Bruce Brandon, Marie and Ron Brittain
Mary-Ann Jack-Bleach
Cate, Wes, Lisa, Carol, Muriel and families,
Very few people have had the good fortune to have been brought up and lovingly guided throughout their lives by such an amazing women. That is why her loss now is so devastating. I am so sad for each. However, be comforted by the fact that she lives on within each of you.
Joyce ( Dickey) Masnica
Mrs. Abbott was my grade 7 teacher at Zion Public School, I adored her. Keep your memories close.
Brent Caslick
To the Abbott Family:
My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your Mom, Sister, Grandmother, Great Grandmother and Aunt. I had the pleasure of knowing Marion for many years as a member of Centralia United Church. I always enjoyed my visit with her at Cherryhill and she was always a gracious host. Enjoy the happy memories as you morn her passing.
Brent Caslick
To the Abbott Family
My deepest sympathy to the family. I had the pleasure of knowing your Mom and Dad for many years and had the pleasure of visiting her at Cherryhill since her move there.
Always enjoyed our conversations and she was so proud of her family. May you remember the happy times as you morn her passing.
Scott/Bev Anderson & Family
Muriel, Megan, Cliff and Families we are sorry for your loss. Marion was a wonderful lady who will be missed.
Heather Kelly
Muriel, I’m so very sorry for the loss of your mom. Whether she was very old or very ill, it’s a terrible shock to experience and it will leave a hole in everyone’s heart. I hope you find comfort from friends and family and in the sweet memories she left you. My deepest condolences.