MARLENE KLUMP

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

• My deepest condolences to you and the girls . I was never introduced to you Cliff . I knew Marlene as my son Kurt dated Chanel in high school . I’ve stayed in contact with Chanel as she was like a daughter I never had. Just this past April Marlene , Chanel and Callie dropped by for a visit . I’m shocked , heartbroken of Marlene’s sudden passing . I hope you and the girls stay strong through this difficult time. Rest in peace Marlene . - Posted by: Dawne Gail Kachkowsky (Friend) on: Aug 15, 2025

• My deepest Condolences to you and the girls. I never had the opportunity to be introduced to you Cliff. Marlene and I meet years ago when Chanel and my son Kurt were dating in high school. Over the years I’ve always stayed in contact with Chanel. She was like a daughter I never had. The last time I seen Marlene, Chanel and Callie they dropped by for a visit in April 2025. May you all stay strong during this difficult time looking back at all the good memories. Rest in peace Marlene. - Posted by: Dawn Kachkowsky (Friend) on: Aug 15, 2025

• I met Marlene in grade 9, so long ago now, but my memories feel like yesterday. So many high jinks, laughter, and stories I could tell! She really was one of a kind, and a authentic, gorgeous human being. Love to the families, and all that have been fortunate to have known her. Our heartfelt condolances. Pam (Quirt) & Curtis O'Brien - Posted by: Pam O'Brien (Friend) on: Aug 11, 2025

• Cliff & Family… I was very saddened to hear of Marlene’s passing. I moved to Calgary around the same time you and Marlene were married, so I never really had the chance to know her. Still, from the little I’ve heard — and perhaps even more from what was never said — it’s clear she was a truly special person who brought love, steadiness, and joy into your life. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time, and I hope that in time, your cherished memories will bring you comfort and peace. Sincerely, Yogi - Posted by: Yogi Henderson (Ol' Friend) on: Aug 09, 2025

• Our hearts are breaking for everyone who knew and loved Marlene. We spent many years together starting when Mackenzie & Chelsea made friends in nursery school, watching the girls sports games (we shared so many laughs at away tournaments), planning high school graduation and then meeting up at the Heights for a drink to catch up once the girls graduated from high school. Later, anytime we ran into each other she was always so welcoming and friendly, it was as if no time had passed at all. Marlene was a beautiful presence and will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her. Our deepest sympathies to Cliff, Mackenzie, Amber, Chanel and Callie. - Posted by: Wendy & Bob McBey (Friends) on: Aug 08, 2025

• Cliff and Family - I never met your wife but you and I met on the ice for fun hockey and a fun dressing room....and your storytelling was at the top. Always respected you and your style of play and please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family. A loss much too soon. - Posted by: Kirk Kuppers (acquaintance) on: Aug 06, 2025

• My deep condolences to all of Marlene's family members and friends. Marlene had a classic elegance and her eyes always shone brightly with amazing humor and friendliness. I have not seen much of Marlene over the last several years and I am saddened greatly by her passing. I have known Marlene since I was a wee lass, when my brother Reg married Marlene's sister Debbie. My heart reaches out to all who cherished her, and there are many, as so evident by reading all the passages. Sending much love and hugs. xo. Jackie. - Posted by: JACQUELINE DYCK (NEE: SCHELL) (SISTER IN-LAW TO MARLENE'S SISTER DEBBIE /FRIEND OF FAMILY) on: Aug 06, 2025

• Our deepest condolences to Cliff & all the family. We hope all your memories will bring comfort to you during this difficult time!❤️ - Posted by: Bev & Brian Dueck (Neighbor) on: Aug 05, 2025

• Dear Family, We’ve known each other for so long. I was the lucky one to be Marlene’s BFF for 50+ years. All of these words by her friends and yours are perfectly her. Marlene was the bravest, strongest, kindest and warmest human I’ve ever known. She was so much like her Mom, and that was her blessing. Marlene and I shared hundreds of gut splitting humorous moments, but more than that we held each other’s thoughts and dreams. I miss my friend so much already. Her family was the only thing that mattered to Marlene. She loved you very, very much. With love, Nancy (Ringstrom) Jones - Posted by: Nancy Jones (Friend) on: Aug 04, 2025

• I met Marlene while working at Sears in the Health & Beauty Aids, Marlene worked in cosmetics and she was the epitome of glamorous in my opinion. We became friends even though I was 5 years her junior. She was kind and sweet to me and I was grateful for our friendship. Marlene attended our wedding in 1983 (I also married a Cliff), and every time I fill up our crystal candy bowl she gave us as a wedding gift I think of her. I saw Marlene's realty pictures on bus benches and was proud that she was my friend so many years ago, and she was still working with people through the years. My sincerest condolences to your family. - Posted by: ruth Lindsey-armstrong (Former co-worker) on: Aug 02, 2025

• Marlene & I met around 1988 at Bank of Montreal in Charleswood Centre. She was a little ball of blonde energy and she had this irrepressible spirit. She made us laugh every day. She eventually left the bank to raise her beloved daughters and she absolutely adored them. It was so clear. Whenever we got together, no matter how much time had passed, we just picked up like we had seen each other just the other day. Such was the easy friendship with Marlene. She was so accepting, and had such a great sense of humour. I recall many a time we met and we laughed and laughed,,, my face hurt. I cannot believe that the lovely Marlene is no longer on this Earth. Her family has been robbed but I am sure they all have wonderful memories and hopefully that will give some comfort. For her daughters: your mum will always be beside you ,,, there is no way she can leave you so when you feel alone,,, she is there… just know it,,,, 💕 - Posted by: Stella Morrison (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2025

• Our deepest condolences to the family. We only knew Marlene for a short time. But she made a big impression in that short time, and we are still in shock that she has passed. May her love for her family give them strength during this difficult time. - Posted by: Katie Hawker (Acquaintance) on: Aug 02, 2025

• To Clifford and family, Our deepest Condolences to you and to your family on the terrible loss of your beautiful wife 🙏May the love of family and support of the friends bring you comfort during these difficult times. We feel your pain and stand by you in your ordeal. Love your friends, Sina and Cesare 🙏🙏🙏. - Posted by: Cesare Sacco (Friends) on: Aug 02, 2025

• I met Marlene when our youngest daughters played basketball together and just recently saw her when she was picking up her little Callie from daycare. I send my heartfelt Condolences to her family and friends. Rest in peace, Marlene. - Posted by: Debbie Hunter (Acquaintance) on: Aug 02, 2025

• So sorry for your loss. I will always remember Marlene’s amazing smile and her funny laugh. She had great wit and one liners and always made me laugh and feel good. That is the true measure of a great person when you think about them and always remember how good they made you feel. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Sonora (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2025

• My deepest Condolences to the families . - Posted by: Debbie Sandul (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2025