MARGARET CAROLINE MARSHALL (SULSTON)

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MARGARET CAROLINE MARSHALL (nee SULSTON) January 25, 1919 - September 23, 2012 Margaret was born in Vancouver, first child of Horace and Florence Sulston. Her sister Lillian (deceased 2009) arrived three years later. Margaret's husband of 62 years, Bill Marshall predeceased her in 2002. She is survived by her daughter, Clare (Bob) Whitaker, granddaughter, Elizabeth (Alain) and great-granddaughter, Monica-Claire Jacques, her step-grandsons, John, Jim (Barb) their children Tyler and Shannon; David and Kenny Whitaker, her nephew David (Duane) their children Frank and Rebecca Somerford, and her niece Doreen Emo (Allan) their children Scott and Courtney. Margaret, a railroader's daughter, moved often living in Vancouver, Victoria and Courtney, where she completed high school. On returning to Vancouver, she took a business course and worked as a stenographer. She met Bill Marshall on the beach at Kitsalino and after their marriage in May 1940, they lived in Trail for 38 years. Margaret worked part-time at Eaton's. She was also active in her church, teaching Sunday School and belonging to the Women's Auxiliary. On retirement, Margaret and Bill returned to the west coast, living the next 29 years in New Westminster. At age 87, Margaret moved to Winnipeg to be closer to her family. She spent five years living at her beloved Waverley. When her health deteriorated, she moved to Misericordia Health Centre. Thanks to the staff on Cornish 2 for their excellent care of her physical and spiritual needs. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Siloam Mission, or a charity of your choice. A memorial service will be held at: Niakwa Country Club, 620 Niakwa Road on Monday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 29, 2012