At L.H.S.C.- University Campus on Friday, April 19, 2013 of London in her 63rd year. Beloved wife and best friend of David F. Elston. Dear mother of Tara and Jeff Dinyer of Caledonia, Rebecca and Timothy Wilson of Garner, N.C., and Rachael and Chuck Roberts of London. Proud grandma of Olivia and Danielle; Jack and Julia; and Mathew. Beloved daughter and daughter-in-law of Lloyd and Isabel (Bain) Mardlin of St. Marys and Catherine Elston of Exeter and the late Allan Elston. Dear sister and sister-in-law of Ruth Mardlin and Rev. Pirie Mitchell of St. Marys, Sharon Mardlin-Boland and Bernie Boland of Stittsville, Ferne Mardlin-Smith and Donald Smith of Halifax, Allan Mardlin and Deborah Johnson of Anton Mills, Sheila Elston of Exeter, Wendy Hardy of Lucan and the late Tom Hardy. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the Byron United Church, 420 Boler Rd, London (corner of Byron Baseline and Boler Rd.) on Wednesday, April 24 from 12 – 1 PM where a celebration of Gayle’s life will be held at 1:30 PM with the Rev. Janet Lynall officiating. Cremation with interment St. Anne’s Anglican Cemetery, London. Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan entrusted with arrangements.
Donations to the Children’s Aid Society of London and Middlesex or a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family.
ELSTON: Gayle Isabel (Mardlin) of London
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Shawn Pyne
Dear Becky and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a beautiful person. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Darlene Langford
I’ll call you Mr. Elston because it’s the only name I’ve ever called you by. I am a former student of yours from Byron Northview and Saunders and sadly read of your loss Mr. Elston. I pray that your memories will give you comfort as you and your family mourn the loss of your wife.
Sincerely,
Darlene Langford
Kayla Terry
David, I, and everyone here at Ph , are so sorry to hear about this terrible loss. She ws a wonderful person and all of us have remarked on the beauty of your relationship.
Our thoughts are with you.
Ph salon.
Ian Talbot
Dave,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your wife.
Some wonderful pictures and memories!
Ian T.
Anne Watson
I was so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sandra, Brian & Amanda Lee
Tara & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. What lovely pictures to remember a wonderful Mom!
Evelyn & Bill Crossan
Dear Lloyd, Isabel & all your family.: Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this very sad time. Draw strength from one another …Bill & Evelyn Crossan & Family
Rosemary Boland, Allan Ryan and family
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Gayle was such a lovely person, We hope that your memories of all the wonderful times you shared will give you some comfort.
Jason Witty
I am so sorry to hear about your loss, Elston family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Anne Telfer
Dear Dave, Tara, Becky, Rachael and family,
Gayle was a very special person to all who met and knew her.
I remember her so well from high school and later, in Byron.
My sincere sympathy to all of you in your loss of Gayle. She will be missed.
Marie Nickles and family
So very sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family! The Nickles family
Marie Nickles and Family
Our deepest condolences to your family!
Marie Nickles and family
Connie and Rob Atkinson
Dear Dave and families,
We were saddened to hear of Gayle’s passing. Her welcoming smile and hardy laugh will always be with us. Gayle had a wonderful way to make your feel right at home and part of the family. May her strength and love of life and family be with all of you. Forever in our hearts, Rob, Connie, Devin and Nicola Atkinson
Ken and Lois Ottewell
David and family and special thoughts to Catherine,
We are so sorry to read of Gayle’s passing and trust that memories will sustain you through this sad time. God hold you in the palm of His hand.
With deepest sympathy,
Ken and Lois Ottewell, St. Ives, B.C.
Lesley Harris
Although it is a long time since we left London I have always remembered with fondness Gayle and your family. I am so very sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing . She was such a lovely woman. My deepest condolences to the family on this terrible loss.
Amanda Williams
My deepest condolences, Dave. Thinking of you and your family. x
Jeff & Teresa Young
Dave & Family: We are so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Susan McKay
Am so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. She was a very special lady and her family were her pride and joy. May you treasure the wonderful memories she left with each of you and may they bring you comfort over the coming days. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Hamilton
Dear Dave and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and friend.
May all the beautiful memories of your life and family sustain you throughout this difficult time. Family is the most important thing in our lives and you have a wonderful family to share life’s most treasured moments.
Most Sincerely,
Pat Hamilton (you taught my Gr. 5’s and 6’s Music at Tecumseh P. S. and I always thought you were such a fine and respectable human being).
Andrew and Dina Peters
Dear Rachael and family,
We are so very sorry to hear that Rachael’s mother passed away. There was no question of the love shown in your family, and we hope that this love will help carry you through this difficult time. Please accept our most sincere condolences.
Sandi Pettit
My thoughts are with all of you. Gail was a wonderful person who made you feel at home from the minute you met her. She was a wonderful wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend. Your strong faith and sharing your memories of Gail will help guide you through this very difficult time. Know that she will be watching you from her place with God, free from all pain and suffering. She will always be in your hearts.
Sandi
Joyce Sovereign
David and Family
Sending my sympathy to you and your family ,also Gayle’s parents.
Wanted you all to know you are in my thoughts and prayers
during this sad time.May God give you all the comfort you need.
Jocelyn Edwards
Gayle was such a huge part of my childhood. I hold so many wonderful memories of her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. Jocelyn and Justin Edwards
Nancy and Harry Swinkels
Dear Dave and family. We are so sorry to read of Gayle’s passing and want to offer our condolences to the family. We remember Gayle fondly from Kings’ College and the lovely music she played at our Wedding. Now she’ll be making music in heaven!
Joan Stiltz ( Foster)
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the families at this sad time. Bob & Lila Foster Ken Sherwood & Joan Stiltz
Marilyn and Clive Bowden
Dear Dave and Family – “What a beautiful difference one life can make.” So sorry to hear about Gayle – she will be missed by so many. We hope all the good memories will help you through the days ahead – you’re in our thoughts.
Pauline Reid
I share your sorrow at this sad and difficult time.
David and Boh Sills, Calgary
Our sincere condolences to Dave and family. May sweet memories ease the pain of today’s sorrow.
Michele General
May all the memories you all gave to each other, always be treasured is a special place. Gail was an amazing women. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. All our Love Michele Brooke and Paige General.
Ann McGregor
I fondly remember my years in the St. Anne’s choir under the wonderful leadership of Dave and Gayle. When I think of her, I recall that wonderful smile and infectious giggle, and her ability to put you at ease. Dave, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today and in the days ahead. Wishing all of you peace and comfort.
Helen & Larry Dinyer
We are so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. Our hearts are with you all at this sad time.
Janice and James Blewett
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. At this difficult time, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless. The Blewett Family
Cheryl (Hardy) Curtis
Dave and Family: Wendy and Family: I was so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing…your are in our prayers and thoughts…take care
cheryl
Brenda, Ross and Family
To the Mardlin and Elston Families……
All these kind words and memories are a testament of the Wonderful person Gayle was. May her life and laughter continue to shine in everyone she touched.
Sharing in your Sorrow
Brenda, Ross, Keenan and Evan
Debbie Marinoff Shupe
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time.
Debbie
Nancy Graham
To Sharon and family…
My deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. I am keeping you in my thoughs and prayers.
Lyle & Carol Beatson
Lloyd & Isabel
Dave & all the family
We were very sorry to read of Gayle’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Lyle & Carol
Elizabeth Brennan (Philpott)
Isabel, Lloyd and family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your daughter, Gayle. It has been 33 years since I saw most of your family but in my heart I remember all of them very dearly. I found out about the tragic news through a travel agent from EllisonTours who visited Nfld. 8-10 years ago. When she visited Nfld. we spoke in person and ended up talking about your family because it was close to St. Mary’s. One thing led to another and in fact Lloyd’s brother bought a farm off their family or some relation. Anyway, 8 years have past and this woman saw the death notice and remembered that we were friends from long ago. It was so nice of her to take the time and inform me. I am so happy that I connected last evening with you Isabel and hopefully please God I will connect with Fern this evening. I am heart-broken for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers and remember in my heart the wonderful family warmth and hospitality of 37 years ago. You will always be remembered. Please God I will see you in August.
Lots of love,
Elizabeth Brennan (Philpott)
St. John’s, Nfld
Vikki Searle
To Gayle’s immediate and extended family – Gayle was truly a wonderful person and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you.
Tim Louks
To Dave, Tara, Becca and Rachael;
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Although our paths crossed briefly I will remember and cherish my thoughts of your mom and your partner. To all of you; squeeze each other often.
Barb Farber
Sharon, Bernie and family – My deepest condolences to you and your family, I am so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. I know she was such a wonderful, loving and caring sister and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Alan and Linda Owen
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. What an amazing friend Gayle was. I cherish all our wonderful memories together when the kids were young. Dropping the kids off at school and then coffee at your house. The laughter we shared. The fun we had. Gayle was a very special person. Love, the Owens.
Denise Copeland
Deepest sympathies from Zac and I. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Gayle was a lovely woman. Zac and I ran into her often during our many visits to CPRI, she was so kind and sweet and well-loved by all who knew her.
Teri Levack and Donna Smith
We were so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Dennis and Roberta Near
So sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing
She will be missed
Phil Buxton
Dave, Rachael, Tara, Becky : Gayle, that beaming, shining light was a steadfast, loyal, loving friend to Lynn for all those years…laughs, frustrations at “that place on Sanitorium Road ” and then demonstrating her loving and caring in Lynn’s final days. An extraordinary Lady.
Dale and Linda Froats
Dave and family; so sorry to hear of your loss of Gayle. Your family was still making wonderful memories just such a short time ago. Keep them close at heart. Our sympathy goes out to each one in both the Mardlin and Elston families.
Allison Peckham and Zach Stassen
Our throughs and prayers are with you and your family.
Sue Conning
I was so sorry to hear the news. Gayle has been missed the past several years by her many friends and co-workers at CPRI. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Marion Gricken
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this sad time.Marion and family
ST.MARYS INSURANCE GROUP INC.
Please know we are thinking of your entire family at this time. We have enjoyed many years of cherished memories of Lloyd’s family, Gayle included. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Bryan, Liz, Greg, Ron, Terry, Sue, Dawn, Erica, Roz.
Paul Elston and family
Dave and the Elston and Mardlin families,
We are so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing – our thoughts and prayers go to each of you in this time of sorrow.
Bob and Joan Lang
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are so sorry we are unable to deliver this message in person, but please know we are thinking of you and praying for you all at this time.
Riki Vanderveen
Before Gayle’s illness she had a jewellery party in her home. Amongst all the glitter, sparkles, shimmering, shining jewels, she
cradled her grand son Mathew. I was sitting beside her; as she
whispered softly and tenderly, I love you, again and again. He was
the Jewel in her crown, nothing else surrounding her mattered.
It was very telling, and it moved me.
Riki
Reg and joan Crawford
Lloyd and Isabel and all family members – ever so sorry to hear about Gayle. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Alan and Phyllis Gregory
Dear Isabel, Lloyd, and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Sarah Jaremko
Dave, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you andyour family.
Don & Barbara Jameson
We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Gayle. Please accept our most hearfelt sympathies for your loss.
Don & Barbara
Sharon and Gord Blane
To Sharon, Bernie and family
Our Sincere sympathy & prayers go out to you and your family. May all the treasured memories of Gayle bring you comfort.
Lesley Harding
Seeing the loving montage of your family life with Gayle brought back memories of the old days on Regis. Gayle was a great neighbour & friend. She faced the last years of her life with bravery & mirth. I recall her dental visit with us & the gestures she made with her tongue! She was a good communicator. I saw her once at Costco, pushing the cart, & Dave was pushing her in the wheelchair. It was a most telling picture of their relationship- real partners in life. We are thinking of you all at this time.
Love,
Lesley & family
Larry and Sandra (McLellan) Hern
Dear Lloyd and Isabel and family, and Dave and all the Elston family
We were saddened to hear the news of Gayle’s passing. We know she has faced her health challenges over the years with much courage and the pictures of her loving family show the love and joy you shared in spite of that. Gail always displayed a positive and happy love of life throughout our high school years together and I know she will be sadly missed…but lovingly remembered by all who knew and loved her.
Russ and Sharon Fox and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Rob Cosford
Bernie & Sharon
Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Loss is never easy and no words can mitigate the emotions you need to go through, however, the light and good memories will eventually prevail.
From you co-workers & friends at DMPP 5. Our thoughts are with you both …
Kathy [Belton] Newnes
I am so sorry to hear about Gayle. I went to school with Gayle and as you can see in her pictures she was always smiling and brought a special light into the room. I always liked meeting her over the years and catching up. Her wonderful spirit will live on in the people that she knew and loved.
laurel laughton
To Dave, Lloyd, Isabel & Mardlin clan:
EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL.
“Thomas Moore”
Love, Laurel & Jim Laughton
laurel laughton
To Tara, Rebecca & Rachael:
May memories of your mother’s love, your mother’s tender care be with you now to help you face the loss that you must bear. And may the very special wisdom she imparted — all life through, be exactly what is needed now to help and comfort you.
Sincerely, Laurel & Jim Laughton & Family
Jared and Tabatha Brookshaw
With the love and support of her family Gayle lived life to the fullest. You will always be in our hearts.
Darlene Boliver (Ferne's Co worker)
My Condolences to the entire family during this very difficult time.
Nancy LePitre
Sharon, I am so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. My thoughts are with you.
Nancy
Virginia Charlton
The greater the Joy
The greater the Sadness
My Condolence, Thinking of You
Virginia
Don & Shirley Wood
Dear Isabel, Lloyd and Families… So sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. I have many fond memories as kids growing up. looking at these pictures she certainly had a wonderful life with Dave and beautiful daughters. Our deepest sympathy to all.
Pam & Robert Isley
Dear Tara, Jeff & Elston Families:
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Scott & Lisa Loft
(Gord & Joanne Hardy’s daughter)
Our thoughts are prayers are with the Elston and Mardlin families. Gayle was such a nice, friendly and lovely lady.
Aunt Wendy, Melissa, Kurt and Kent…so sorry for your loss.
Sarah Smith and Fred Wallis
We are very sorry for your loss. May you find courage and comfort in the support of your friends and family. Our deepest sympathies are with you.
Harry and Elaine Hardy
Our sincere sympathy,
Our thoughts are with your Family
Mary Jane, Ken, Bryan, Jamie Venus, Arden,Tom and Jack
Thanking God for the priviledge of Gayle’s frienship and love. Dave you were her hero, strong and true and loving. Tara, Becky and Rachel you were her joy. The very best of Gayle lives on in her 3 lovely and loving daughters. What a tremendous gift she left the world by instilling and nurturing her lovely character in her family. Gayle’s will be missed but her spirit lives on in the countless lives she touched. She has inspired many by her courage through adversity and learning to focus on what was good.
God bless you all, as we hold your family in our prayers. Love the Venus family
Ruth Cook and family
Dear Mardlin and Elston families, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May many fond memories, the love of family, friends and community and the strength of God support you through the days to come.
Ruth Cook and family
Joe and Diane Isley
A time for happiness and a time for sorrow …. Paradise awaits.
Debbie Glavin
Lloyd, Isabel, Ruth and Sharon and families…so very sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. She was a very special person.
Thinking of all of you….Debbie (Millson) Glavin
Jeremy, Melanie and Justin Smith
We were so saddened to hear about Gayle’s passing. She was a strong, caring and beautiful person like you Tara. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love the Smiths
Bev & Isa Rabbets
Lloyd, Isabel, Mardlin family, Dave and the Elston Family:
We are saddened with the passing of Gayle, She will be sadly missed but I know that she will always be with you all.
Her strength and courage over the past years, she now has passed onto you to help you to go on.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Bev & Isa
Richard and Marion Smith
So sorry to hear of Gayles passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Don & Margaret Jean Watt
Dear Elston Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Tracey Lipp and Dennis Aubin
Dear Elston and Mardlin Families…we are so saddened to hear the news of Gayle’s passing. A cherished friend, Gayle will remain in our hearts forever. Our love and prayers are with you all.
Debbie (Millson) Glavin
Lloyd, Isabel, Ruth, Sharon and familes… I am so very sorry to read of Gayle’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. She was a very special person.
Marcus Brookshaw
Aunt Gayle was my god-mother and sweet, wonderful aunt. I’ll never forget summers with the Elstons in Ontario, playing with Rachael, Tara and Becky as a child and spending time with Gayle and Dave at Mom and Dad’s wedding and Jared’s wedding. I cherish the times we had with Aunt Gayle and trust that she’s at peace now.
Grandpa, Grandma, Ruth, Sharon, Alan, Mom, Dave, Tara, Becky and Rachael… I’m so very sorry. I wish I could be there to hug you all and say that in person but I’m stuck here in New Brunswick. I love you so much and hope you manage to get through the grief without forgetting that it’s but a brief moment of pain compared to all of the wonderful times Gayle brought our family. I dreamt last night that we had cigar together on your patio, Uncle Dave. I wish we could do that now.
I love you all so much and miss Aunt Gayle with all of my heart.
Colleen Williams
Lloyd, Isabel and Mardlin Family- Very sorry to hear about Gayle’s passing. I will remember her warm smile and friendly nature. She also was very gifted musically and helped to teach me my piano skills. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
Bill and Carol Richardson (McRoberts)
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Mardlin and Elston famiies at this time. Our thoughts and prayers have been with you all week May God’s Love hold you up and give you strength.
Mary Brintnell
Dear Elston and Mardlin Families so sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing as she has suffered alot through the years and had great care provided by Dave and the Mardlin and Elston families. She was a great babysitter for us with that big smile. Treasure the memories and may she rest in peace. Mary Brintnell and Family
Bob and Anne Pincombe
Dear Mardlin and Elston Families ;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you .
May the love from each other ,your friends and your community give you support and strength for this most difficult of journey’s.
The Pincombe Family
Carol & Richard Dinyer
Our prayers & thoughts are with you at this time of family sorrow. When we first met Gayle, as Jeff’s future mother-in-law, it was an instant bonding that we cherished as dear to our hearts & always will. May fond memories and the grace of God give you much comfort at this sad time.
Audrey and Bob Harloff
Dear Isabel, Lloyd and family….no words can express our feelings of sadness but please realize that our kind thoughts and sincere sympathy are with you. In friendship and love, Audrey and Bob
Alex ( Sandy) and Donna Westman
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers go out to Gayle’s family.
Marianne and Ron Ferguson
Lloyd,Isabel and the Mardlin family;
We wish to convey our condolences on the passing of your daughter, Gayle. …..So sorry for your loss!
Wilfred and Gloria Riddell &Family
Sharing your sorrow.Your loved one was special and will b dearly missed.May God give you strength at this sad time.
Lena Eschruth Ellinger
My prayers and thoughts are with you and the whole family. Gayle fought for so long and gained love and respect for all her life. She has been a blessing to all that have been with her. God bless and give you his comfort and peace.
Gord and Joanne Hardy
So sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing. She was so fortunate have such a great care giver(s). We have many fond memories over the years and she will be truly missed.
Don and Heather Benner
Dear Elston and Mardlin Families: So sorry to hear of Gayle’s passing…Keeping you close in our thoughts and prayers at this challenging time in your lives…Draw strength from each other…The Benner Family…