Obituaries

Chris, Greg,and Families We are saddened to learn of Marilyn's passing. Marilyn was a colleague and a friend. We visited with her in Prairie Lakes. She was always so positive and helpful to others. We leave for Arizona onMonday morning but our thoughts will be with you as you celebrate her life. Paul and Norine Renfree

To the family of Marilyn Balderston I extend sincere condolences following the passing of this dear lady, memorable teacher, and friend. Sincerely, Janet Ophus

Sincerest condolences to you Chris and family for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Our beloved Uncle Telmer Napen met Marilyn when they were both residents of the Hythe Pioneer Home. Having been a bachelor all of his life it was wonderful to see he and Marilyn develop a special friendship and soon become inseparable. They even dreamed of getting married. I still have the beautiful handwritten wedding invitation Marilyn made for them to give to their closest families. As Uncle Telmer was always a part of our special family gatherings, so was Marilyn and we loved her dearly. She made our uncle so happy. He even danced for his first time ever with her at his great niece's wedding. It was a very special memory for all of his family. Thank you Marilyn for giving our uncle such a happy chapter in his later years. You truly were a special lady. Telmer Napen's Family

Chris, Greg and families- deepest condolences on your loss. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. She was a very special lady. Always had a smile and time for a chat.

Sympathy to Marilyns family. Marilyn was loved by all the students she taught and everyone she met. She always had a smile and something interesting to say or talk about. She will be missed by all who knew her. The Bozarth families.

From the Telmer Napen family we would like to express our love for Marilyn. She was in our Uncles life for quite a few years and we and he loved Marilyn. She was always a delight when we picked her up for Christmas or family get togethers. Always talking to the kids about school. Our condolences.

Marilyn was a great cousin, her Mom and my Mother were sisters. Many enjoyable days as kids out on the farm on the River Road west of High River riding and being terrors! Calgary Stampede week would see Marilyn, her folks and Richard and Reta staying ar my folks place in East Calgary. Nothing but fond memories of our times over the years and visits in Grande Prairie when I worked in the oil patch. Until we meet again ... love and missing you.

Dearest Chris and Greg and extended families I'm sending you all my best wishes . Kind Thoughts are with all right now . Hugs and best wishes you all will have many stories to remember! She was a character and a smile that would melt an iceberg ! Gavin x

Chris and Greg and families - So sorry for your loss. Your mom and I shared many good memories from the days in school with her as my teacher and then as parents with children being best friends. She always greeted everyone so warmly, ready for a catch-up conversation. She leaves a positive note on all who knew her.

Marilyn definitely left a very memorable mark on my life, both as a teacher and as a friend. She always greeted me with a wonderful strong and sort of drawn out "well LOLA, ... how are you doing?". Her greeting was always very meaningful and it seemed like she cared so much for others. She was always interested in what we doing and what was new in our world. Marilyn had a cute little grin and her voice was full energy and positivity. She will never be forgotten. Condolences to her family.