January 31, 1942 – November 28, 2020
Remembering the life and legacy of a teacher.
Following a brief illness, Marion passed away peacefully with family members by her side at LHSC – University Hospital on Saturday, November 28, 2020 at the age of 78. Marion will be sadly missed by her loving partner John Menzies. Devoted and loving mother of Mark, Craig and Jon, and their spouses, Janice (Babineau), Kathryn (Humphreys), and Lynda (Ollson). Nana Marion will be remembered and loved always by her grandchildren, Nicole, Justin (Emily), Marissa, Ella, Tyler, Kate, Will & Finn. Loving sister of Richard Turkheim and his wife Carol. Dear auntie M to Alex & Julia. Survived by the father of her children, Bill Billington. She will be remembered fondly by devoted friends, former colleagues, and students. Following graduation from Althouse College and the University of Western Ontario Marion spent her career teaching in London, ON at Princess Elizabeth Public, Saint George Public, Sherwood Forest Elementary and Sir Winston Churchill Public before a well-deserved retirement in 2005 after a thirty-year teaching career. Most sincere gratitude is extended to her surgical care team led by Dr. Pang and Dr. Walser, the continued support of Lynn Cowdrey-Carroll in Social work, along with Dr. Milne and the team of Palliative Care doctors, nurses and PSWs from University Hospital.
Keeping with Marion’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Homes, Zurich 519-236-4365.
Donations to London Health Sciences Foundation, Alzheimer Society of London and Middlesex, or Thames Valley Children’s Centre would be appreciated by the family.
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Sue Foskett (Crockett)
Mark, Craig and Jon, my heart goes out to you and your families on the passing of your Mom. It is never easy to lose a parent. I remember many great times with your Mom and all your family over the years of living on McLeod.
Kathy (Doppler) Vanderwey
Mark, Craig and Jon I’m sorry to hear about the sudden passing of your mom. Your mom was always smiling whenever I saw her up at my mom’s. Kathy (Doppler) Vanderwey
Joan McKinnon
Mark, Craig, Jon, Richard and families
My deepest sympathy to all of you. May your memories carry you through the difficult days that lie ahead.
Aunt Joan McKinnon
Lori
Mark, Craig, Jon and families, Richard, Carol and families
Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time….we wish you continued peace and strength.
Lori (Turkheim) and Rick Dellow
Heather Turner Ciechanowicz
My condolences to the Billington family who were neighbours of mine on McLeod.
Dan & Julie Turkheim
Mark, Craig, Jon, Richard and families: We are deeply saddened by the news of Marion’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Treasure your memories.
Dan & Julie Turkheim & Family
Dave Disher
Dear Jon, Lynda & family we were sorry to read in this mornings paper about the passing of your Mom. It’s a sad thing to lose a parent & compound that with a world wide pandemic that impedes the way we get to say good bye & for others to pay their respect must make it especially hard. Our thoughts are with you as your family mourns a big loss. Dave & Cathy Disher
Nancy Turner
I taught with Marion for several years at Churchill School. Hers was the first face that I saw every morning while entering the school through the “Kindergarten” door. She was always cheerful and exuberant about teaching those little ones. I am sorry to hear that she has passed away. Please accept my sympathies. Nancy Turner
Steve Kestle
Mark, Craig and Jon, please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother.
M F
Mrs. Billington was my kindergarten teacher some 26 or so years ago. She was always so kind, always so caring. My condolences to the family. I can only imagine how wonderful it must have been to have such an uplifting and positive person in your life. I’m sure she will be greatly missed and I am truly sorry for your loss.
Marilyn Heimrich
It is with deep sadness that I’ve heard today of Marion’s passing. She and my sister Ruth spent many growing up years in each other’s company in Zurich.. We were actually second cousins on the Haberer side. My deep condolences to Marion’s family and to her brother Richard and Carol. May you be comforted with special memories. Marilyn Heimrich of Zurich and family.