After a courageous and hard fought battle, Marissa passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at the age of 28. Cherished wife and best friend of Steve Cesarone for over 10 years. Proud dog momma of Dougie. Much loved daughter of Ken and Charlene (Stewart) Carruthers. Loving sister of Tara and Andrew Ward, and Chad and MacKenna Carruthers. Aunt Missy of Decklan, Rylyn, Marshall, and Lawson. Adored granddaughter of Irene Carruthers and the late Earl Carruthers, and the late Art and Frieda Stewart. Dear daughter-in-law of Lino and Cindy Cesarone. Marissa was loved dearly and will be missed by her many close friends.
Marissa and Steve were inseparable for more than a decade. They both loved the summertime and the warm weather for adventures like boating on Lake Huron, late night campfires with whiskey glasses in hand, and time spent outside with Doug the Pug. They loved to travel, and when it wasn’t warm at home, they headed south for the heat, the water, and the sunsets. Their greatest trip was to Curaçao with both sets of parents, where Steve surprised everyone by proposing to Marissa. Their very best day together – July 10, 2021, was the day they tied the knot. Marissa and Steve had waited for what seemed like forever, but it was a dream-come-true for her to walk down the aisle to her beloved partner.
A private family graveside service will be held at Telfer Cemetery on Saturday, August 7th at 3 PM. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh
Donations to LHSF – Regional Cancer Program would be appreciated by the family.
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Lee Charlton
Dear Ken, Charlene, and Family,
We are so very sorry to hear of your great loss. We remember meeting your very lovely and assertive little girl many years ago! Please accept our sincerest condolences.
Bradley and Lee Ann Charlton
Bonnie Moes
I just found out your loss. My heart is saddened definitely taken way too soon from family and so many friends. She was one of a kind lady that will be dearly missed by so many. Marissa always made a everlasting first impression with whoever she met. I am happy Steve you finally did proposed and were able to marry your soul mate, and best friend. Everyone please remember hold the memories close to your heart nobody can every take those away from you. At night when it the sky is filled with stars. The brightest light in the sky will be Marissa watching over her family and friends she loved and cherished
Tim Hamather
Dear Ken, Charlene & Families,
I just heard the sad news about Marissa’s passing; I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Sincerely,
Tim Hamather
Mike Fantauzzi
Ken & Family,
My deepest condolences on Marissa’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.
Jen Scheffel
So sorry for the loss of Marissa, thinking of you during this difficult time.
Ken & Linda Roe and Family
We were so sad to hear of Marissa’s passing. Our prayers are with all of you. Ken ,Linda Roe and Family
Pat & Gail Schaffner
Ken, Char, Chad, McKenna & Family
Our deepest sympathy to you all. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Marie Naismith/Jim Clark
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Chad and families
So very very sorry
Hoping the many memories and love will help you through this difficult time.
Please know you are in our thoughts.
Peter Mingos
Peter Mingos
I extend my heartfelt condolences on the loss of Marissa Carruthers.
Marissa, was a cheerful, kind and caring person of whom I had worked with a Crest
Support Services. It has been a pleasure to know Marissa Carruthers. She was a
wonderful person. Her presence will always be missed.
May Marissa Carruthers enjoy the bliss of angels in her eternal abode.
Please remember, that ” Those who live in the heart of others never die”.
With love and heartfelt sympathies,
Sincerely,
Peter Mingos
Nadia Stallaert
Dear Steve and family, I am so sad to hear of this news and terribly sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Marissa at Crest about five years ago when I was new at the location that she worked at during that time. I simply remember her as a kind, down to earth, and confident woman with a great sense of humour and I really enjoyed working with her. I haven’t seen her since our time working together, but I am so happy to know that she fell in love young and got to spend the rest of her years with her best friend and married him. She has positively touched many lives of people that she supported at Crest Support Services and will be fondly remembered by them and her coworkers.
John Elston and family
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Andrew, Chad, McKenna
My family’s thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time of your loved Marissa’s passing.
John Elston and Family
Mark Hornyak
Ken, I would like to express my sincerest condolences to you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Bobbi Smuck
Ken, Charlene, Andrew, Tara, Chad, MacKenna and family- So very sorry to hear of Marissa’s passing.
Hoping the many memories , her bright smile and love will help you through this difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you.
Paul and Bobbi Smuck, and family.
Karen McAvoy
Ken, Charlene and family In these times of sorrow, know that we are thinking of you with special caring. May the days ahead be sunny and warm with many fond and loving memories of Marissa. With our sympathy, Bill and Karen McAvoy.
Joe and Jenna Dobbie
Tara, Andrew, Chad and families,
We are so very sorry to hear of Marrisa’s passing. While we did not know Marissa personally, it’s very clear that she fought her battle in the most courageous and beautiful way possible. We are thinking about you all so much.
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Dear Ken, Charlene and family,
We are so very sorry and saddened to read of the passing of your beautiful daughter Marissa.
Our deepest condolences to all of you. May peace from memories of love shared, comfort you now, and in the days ahead.
Donna Broschak
Our sincere condolences to Ken and Charlene and her husband Steve and the rest of the family. So very sorry to hear of this loss. Our love and thoughts are with you.
Donna Broschak and Derek Desjardine
Gord Banks and family
So so sorry to here of Marissa’s passing. She was a treat to know and a wonderful person. We are thinking of you at this time.
Gord Banks and family
So so sorry to here of Marrissa’s passing. She was a treat to know and a wonderful person. We are thinking of you at this time.
jen lyons
So sorry for your loss Charlene Ken and Family ,May your memories fill your heart Jen and Kory
Larry Milne
Ken ,Charlene and family.
Our deepest sympathy to your family for your loss.
Larry, Kristina, Brian and Sarah Milne
Sharon Pierce
To Marissas husband, mom, dad, family and friends. And Doug. I am so sorry and sad to hear this! I met Marissa at the cancer clinic and she is a very special person !! She always had a smile on and had a great sense of humour. She was a bright light, a firecracker and was so strong. I never heard her complain once. Except to agree with me when I said. “This sucks”. I am so happy to see her beautiful wedding day pictures. What a wonderful day for all She was so looking forward to the day and being married ! I feel very lucky to have met her. ! Hugs. Sharon RN
Shanyn Rose
I am so very sorry to hear the loss of Marissa. My thoughts and prayers with you at this time.
Jetanne DiCola
Ken, Charlene, Chad, Tara and Families,
We have been thinking about you so much during this difficult time. Marissa was such a beautiful light. Sending our love and deepest sympathies to you all. So many hugs.
Love,
Jetanne and Adam DiCola
Sandra Grech
Our deepest condolences to the Carruthers and Cesarone families. Thank you for sharing your family pictures of Marissa, her beautiful spirit will continue to shine and live on in our hearts. May cherished memories bring you moments of comfort. When I first met Marissa, I remember how her smile would light up a room. She instinctively knew how to connect with people and I admired her spunk and authenticity. My sister worked indirectly with Marissa but remembers how much her clients loved her friendliness and compassion. Those we Love remain with us, for love itself lives on. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Sandra, Cyndy and Cynthia
Sue Kiernan
Ken, Charlene and Family
I am saddened and devastated to hear of the loss of your beautiful Marissa
Our thoughts are with you at such a difficult time.
Our sincere condolences.
Sue and the Kiernan Family
Cindy & Rachel Doucette
There are no words. You are all in our thoughts.
Joanne Makrakos
Dear Ken, Charlene, Tara and Chad I am so sorry to hear of Marissa’s passing A beautiful smile from ear to ear and her spunkiness for life will always be etched in my memory. Passing on my sincere condolences to all of you as I have fond memories of you all from elementary school.
May her memory be eternal.
Joanne Makrakos
Joanne Makrakos
I was saddened to hear of Marissa’s passing. Dear Charlene,Ken, Tara and Chad, I pass on my deepest and sincere condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Marissa’s ray of sunshine and smile from ear to ear and spunkiness will always be in my memory . I have many fond memories teaching all of you in elementary school.
Joanne Makrakos ( May her memory be eternal)
Norm & Donna Middaugh
Ken & Charlene,
So very, very sorry.
Thinking about you.
Norm & Donna Middaugh
Ken and Louise Needham
We are so sorry to hear of your family’s tragic loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran Urbshott
Steve, Charlene , Ken and family, Our hearts are broken with this sad news. Marissa was a very couragous young women and always had a smile on her face. Hold on to all those memories. Brian , Fran Urbshott and family.
Bob and Nancy Rushton
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Chad and families,
It is with great sadness that we extend our sincere condolences on the passing of Marissa. Thinking of you at this very difficult time.
Bob and Nancy
DUSTIN Jennifer STEWART
our thoughts and prayers go out to the cesarone – carruthers and stewart Family Missy we will miss you and never forget about you . as days go on i will have alot of memories stored lots of family event memories and knowing you Missy for 25yrs a great cousin full of humour love and your journey was all you dreamed of having a wonderful life. Your family was behind you during your difficult and good days. now your resting with family. You will be forever missed
To steve thankx for Being the best friend a long term family member and Husband with great Love during Missy difficult and final days you your very strong keep being strong as missy would want you to be Dustin and I are thinking of you and will alway be there for you thoughts and prays of grieving and are with you and your family. with Lots of Love Jennifer And Dustin Stewart
Rebecca Wilson
Sending all our love during this difficult time. Marissa was one of a kind and a special part of the Carruthers crew that will never, ever be forgotten. We are here for you now and always.
Love Becca, Dave and Sadie
Calvin & Amber McKay
We will always deeply cherish the memories that we had with Marissa – she was such a beautiful soul and we always looked forward to seeing and chatting with her. Her love with always live on with each of her beloved family members and friends. We hope her love will bring you all strength and guide you through this difficult journey.
Andrea Scarborough
I am heart-broken to hear this.
Marissa was one-of-a-kind! Thoughtful, caring, compassionate and selfless.
She had a zest for life that was inspiring!
Charlene, Ken, Steve & family – my thoughts are with you.
Larry and Heather
Ken and Charlene and family
We are so sorry. Our heart goes out to you & all your family for Marissa .
Thinking of all your family .
Heather & Larry Gecas.
Ron and Bev Lee
So sad to hear of your loss she certainly was a courageous fighter. She had so much life to live and had it cut short.
Remember the great times together to help you through this great loss.
Ron and Bev
Sarah Keays
There are no words.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Xo
Ray and Kathy Bowman
Steve, Lino, Cindy and Marissa’s family, are deepest condolences to you at this time.
Shirley Stewart
Steve
Treasure all your special memories.
Gary/Carol Herr
Our sincere condolences to Ken/Charlene, Tara/Andrew, Chad/MacKenna and Steve on the passing of Marissa. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are heartbroken and saddened with the death of Marissa. Just want to let you know that we are here if you need anything. We love you guys, cherish the happy memories of your sweet daughter, sister, wife. Sending our love and strength in your time of mourning.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Ken Irwin and Family
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family Marissa will be dearly missed.
Shirley Stewart
I will treasure the time I was lucky enough to have spent with Missy. She was my niece, office assistant, tech support and body guard if she thought someone was mistreating me. Missy was a beautiful, kind, courageous, strong and determined you lady.
Missy you will always have a very special place in my heart. Love always Aunt Nirl 💕
Adrian and Libby VanderVloet
Dear Carruthers Family
Our hearts ache for the pain you feel at Marissa’s passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your treasured memories wrap around you like a warm shawl and bring comfort to your broken hearts.
Shirley Stewart
I will always treasure the time I was lucky enough to spend with Missy. She was my niece, office assistant, tech support and body guard when she thought someone was mistreating me. She was one beautiful, courageous, strong and determined young woman.
Missy you will always have a special place in my heart. Love always Aunt Nirl 💕
Larry Miles
So sorry for your loss,. You are in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.
Larry and Kelly Miles
John and Heather Brennan
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Andrew, Chad and MacKenna
Our deepest condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May all your wonderful Marissa memories help ease the pain.
She will be missed by all who had the privilege to know her.
Irene Mathyssen
Dear Charlene, Ken, Tara ,Chad, Steve and the Cesarone family, We are so very sorry to hear of Marissa’s passing. We will always remember the sweet little girl lighting up Christmas with smiles and songs at the Stewart Christmas parties. We wish you comfort at this saddest of times.
Keith, Irene and Lindsay Mathyssen
Carrie McLeish
So sad to hear of Marissa’s passing….I was Marissa’s Manager when she first started working at Crest Support Services. Such a bubbly personality, always smiling. She will be missed by all who knew her. She was a friend to all she touched at Crest!
Carrie McLeish
Nancy
Ken, Charlene, and family,
Words cannot express the sadness at hearing about the loss of your beloved daughter. So young and so loved. Sending thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time of mourning.
Sincerely,
Nancy D.
Cheryl Senay
Steve and all who loved Marissa,
Grief is not a sign of weakness, it is the price of love. My deepest condolences. Thinking of you and your family.
Cheryl Senay
Katie Lightfoot
Deepest sympathy’s to the Currothers/Cesarone family. Sending love.
Karen Urbshott
Ken , Charlene and Family. I am so sorry to hear about Marrissa, My sincere condolences to you and your Families.
Rick & Julie DeWeerd
Ken Char and family
We were saddened to hear of the loss of your dear daughter Marissa. We are sending thoughts and prayers your way.
Debbie Heffernan
Charlene and Ken, Tara and Chad and families,
We are so, so sorry to hear of this., but so thankful Steve and her got the chance to have their wish come true. Our deepest condolences.
Debbie and Terry Heffernan
Pat Savoie
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of this precious girl but she is in God’s arms now
Lynn Szentimrey
I was deeply saddened to read about Marissa’s passing. I taught her at Valleyview and remember the bright eyed and cute smile so very well. My heart goes out to all of you.
Joan & Paul Byrne
Very sorry for all the families affected by this tragic loss.
We never know much time is ours.
Diana Myny
Dear Ken, Charlene and family,
My heart is breaking for all of you as you mourn the loss of your sweet Marissa. How wonderful that she and Steve had their wedding; the joy on her face in that photo is a beautiful memory for all of you to have.
While there are no words to ease your pain, may you feel the love that many are sending your way.
Diana
Tim Lane
My deepest condolences to Ken, Charlene, Steve, and the family of beautiful Marissa.
Tony & Sue Lane
Ken, Charlene and Family,
We are so sorry to hear this sad news and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. ~ Tony and Sue
Jenny Dietrich
Carruthers Family,
We are thinking about you during this very difficult time.
Scott and Jenny Dietrich
Ron and Sharon McLay
Ken and Charleen our sympathy and condolences go out to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are for you and your family.
Shannon O’Shea Ross
Dear Ken and Charlene, Steve, Tara and Andrew and family, Chad and MacKenna;
It’s difficult to find the words to express my sympathy on such a tremendous loss to such a special family. I still think of Marissa as the adorable little sister with blonde hair and denim overalls dancing to Alan Jackson with us in your basement. She naturally became a “little sister” to all of us all those years ago, and sure grew up to be a beautiful young lady.
I know the love and strength that binds all of you together will help you in your grief.
Sending you my most sincere condolences and holding all of you close in my heart.
With love,
Shannon
Cindy and George and family
Our deepest of sympathies extended to Ken, Charlene, Tara, Chad and all of the Carruthers family. You are in our thoughts ❤️
Gord and Wendy Moir
So sorry Ken and Charlene and family. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Nixey
I am so saddened to hear of Marissa’s passing. She was one of the first friends I made, and was always fun to be around and a good person. Definitely some fond memories growing up together in elementary and high school. My condolences to the family, thinking of you in this difficult time
Emily Stewart
It doesn’t seem like that long ago when I had a couple of classes with Marissa in high school but I remember her fun personality fondly and I am heartbroken to hear of her passing. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.
Cathy and Clayton Nixey
Ken, Charlene, Tara,Chad and families We are at a loss of words of hearing about the loss of your dear Marissa. She was such a good friend to our daughter Melissa. I remember her as a tiny sweetheart at Valleyview..our hearts go out to you all in this most unbelievably difficult time.
Bonnie Densmore Geens
I am at a loss of words.
No words will give you comfort right now, but please know each of you are being thought of today and all the days to come.
Try and take comfort in your beautiful memories and the joy all of you shared with this beautiful person. She will never be forgotten, because she will live on in your hearts and memories.
So sorry for your loss.
Bonnie Densmore Geens
Vicki Janus
Thoughts and prayers to my cousins Ken and Charlene and families. My heart breaks for all of you. Stay strong for each other.
Danielle & Nic
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Marissa will forever be missed. We will always remember her beautiful smile and cherish the memories we have. 🤍
Fran & Doug Hibbert
May your beautiful memories sustain and bring comfort to you during this very difficult time. Our hearts are filled with sadness. Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that our prayers are with you during this time. May the memories of Marissa sustain and strengthen you as you navigate the difficult days ahead. Hugs !
ART AND ARLENE
OUR THOUGHTS ANDHEART GO OUT TO THE FAMILY.SHE WAS ALOVELY PERSON AND WILL BE SORLY MISSED
Deborah Arrand
So sorry for your loss.
Lina Jaeger
I feel so very saddened by Marissa’s death. I remember her as such a beautiful ray of sunshine, full of laughter. Our deepest condolences to your family. We are thinking of you with sympathy and love.
Lina & Greg
Carol Brooks
There are no words
I am so so very sorry for your loss
Ken & Char you both are such wonderful strong loving caring people , Marissa had the best support and care ever.
Wishing you strength and peace.
Leroy and Jane Siddall
Our hearts are heavy to hear of Marissa’s passing. We are thinking of you all through this difficult time
The Eeley's
Still at a loss for words.
Marissa was such a beautiful soul. Steve and Family you are in our thoughts. Our boys fondly remember how much you loved them and loved to visit with them.
We will cherish every moment we had with you.
Love you always!
Gaetane Tremblay
Nos plus sincères sympathies à toi Steve ainsi que toute votre famille trop jeune pour partir 🌹🌹
Lloyd and Marsha Miles
We are so sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences to your whole family at this very sad time.
Glen , Liz and Dawn
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Chad and families
So very heartbreaking to hear of Marissa’s passing. She was so tiny and beautiful but with the strength and courage of a giant in her fight. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
MJ & Roy van Kasteren
Dear Carrruthers Family,
We are offering our heartfelt condolences, this will be a difficult time for you. Hold the great memories of Marissa close to your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Victoria Featherston
I am so sorry to hear this news. Absolutely heartbreaking. So glad to see Steve could walk Marissa down the aisle.
Lauren McAvoy
I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My whole heart goes out to your entire family during this time of mourning. I am sincerely at a loss for words …
Marissa and I grew up together. We’ve been friends since we were just little girls. I have many fond memories with her that I will truly cherish forever.
We really reconnected over the last few years, and I am forever grateful for that. Her strength and courage is something I truly admired. She was a very special individual that so many loved, including myself.
I am thinking of each of your during this incredibly difficult time, and Marissa is in my heart forever. Sending each of you so much love.
Erin Ward
Ken & Charlene, Tara & Andy, Chad & McKenna, and Steve
There was only one Marissa! Her smile, humour and zest for life will be a great memory to get you all through this difficult time. She truly was such a beautiful soul.
Our sincerest condolences. Hugs to all,
Erin, Tom, Cassidy, Jack and Ben
Lauren McAvoy
My deepest + most sincere condolences go out to each of you. I am so incredibly saddened and at a loss for words…
Marissa and I have been friends since we were young little girls , and I have many memories that I will carry with me forever. We really reconnected over the last few years, and I am so grateful for that. I am truly humbled by her kindness, strength and courage she constantly showed. She was such a special person.
My sympathy is with each of you, and Marissa will always have a dear place in my heart forever. Sending you all so much love.
Tina Roe
I’m am so deeply sorry and saddened to hear of your families loss, my condolences to you all. I was Marissas’ elementary school Secretary and I remember her as a sweet, kind, lovely young girl who was easy going and loved to smile and laugh. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Rick & Patti Bedard
Charlene, Ken and Family. We are saddened to hear the news of Marissa’s passing. Such a beautiful girl, with a wonderful family and husband. We feel for you all. Many hugs, as we can only imagine how difficult this has been and continues to be. Our most sincere sympathies. Sending our love your way. So sorry for this significant loss of such a lovely young woman that you all loved so dearly.
JOHN HRUDEN &IVY HRUDEN
Ken, Char and family. No words can express how sorry we are for you loss of your sweet daughter. Sometimes life just does not make sense. Please take comfort in knowing that you have love & support from many people to comfort you in this journey. John & Ivy
Trish Brennan
Ken, Charlene, Tara, Andrew, Chad, McKenna
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Sending all our love and prayers. Marissa’s infectious smile and laughter will be missed.
Thinking of you all
Ian Bell
….I don’t even know what to say..
We are just heartbroken.
The Carruthers Family has always been there for me and we will be there for you.
Missa and I always referred to each other jokingly as brother and sister and I just don’t know how to process that loss.
I am so proud of her fight and the poise and strength she showed.
We wish strength and courage to the whole family.
Missa we will miss you…….
Love Ian, Kristy, Charlie and Jack
Lisa Harrison
Dearest Char and Ken. I am so terribly heart broken for you and all of Marissa’s loved ones. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Memories live on and you will have many joyous ones. My deepest condolences at this time.
Heinz and Sharron Jansel
So many proud moments spent with our Marissa. The sound of her laughter will reverberate in our memories for years to come. She will be missed, yet warmly kept in our hearts forever. ♥️ Personality plus.
Marty &Karen Van Praet
Wishing you peace at this difficult time.