Obituary of Marjorie Elaine McKay (nee Allen)

Peacefully at Victoria Hospital, London, on Thursday, February 21st, 2013, Marjorie, in her 88th year, passed and went to be with her Lord. Cherished wife of the late Gordon (2007). Survived by her loving and treasured children Bonnie Griffiths (Robert) of London, John (Janis) of Woodstock, Robert (Janet) of Woodlawn, Doug (Viviane) of Sarnia, and Jim (Angelica) of Waterloo. Dear sister of Joyce Allen of Victoria, B.C., and sister-in-law of June McKay (late Jack), Helen McKay (late Hugh) and the late Peggy Brown. Loving grandmother to Jodie, Corey, Cherisse, Lindsay, Kristin, Kevin, Cory, Emily and Benjamin. Great-grandmother to Aden and Hannah. She will also be missed by several nieces, nephews, and friends. Beloved daughter of the late Dorothy and Leo Allen. Marjorie was born August 28th, 1925 in Windsor, Ontario and lived most of her life in London. A long-time member of Trinity United Church, Marjorie was a past president of the U.C.W., providing leadership and service in many ways. She enjoyed travelling, music, dancing and gardening but most of all spending time with her family. Visitation will be held at WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Monday from 7:00-9:00 p.m. as well as one hour prior to the funeral service being conducted on Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interment at Mount Pleasant Cemetery, London, at a later date. Our family would like to thank Dr. S. Tallon, Dr. A.C. Tokarewicz and the many doctors and staff of the London Regional Cancer Centre for their ongoing and compassionate care over the years. We are indebted to Inspirit’s staff and residents for their loving care, friendship and support. They made Mom’s last days comfortable and enjoyable. Remembrances can be made to the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Centre or the CNIB.