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Marion has left us to be with those who have gone before her, especially her beloved husband, Fraser, who passed away in 1986.
Marion grew up in Vernonville, Ontario, married and moved to Colborne then Eddystone then Cobourg. She lived her later years well-cared for by the dedicated and compassionate staff at Legion Village then Extendicare Port Hope. Marion loved to strum her guitar or play the piano and sing to her heart’s content. She also enjoyed bowling in the Golden Lakers Seniors’ League with her sisters and many friends.
Throughout her life, she rarely knew a dull moment. Her parents, Gordon and Elizabeth Smith (both predeceased), made sure of this by giving her 13 siblings. She and Fraser then carried on the tradition by having six children of their own: Donald (predeceased), Larry (Ann), Clayton (Roxanne), Greg (Alice) Arthur—all living in Alberta, and Debbie Brisbin (Roger) and Rick Arthur (Nancy) of Cobourg. ‘Nanna’ will also be fondly remembered by her grandchildren: Robbie Arthur, Lori Ann Arthur, Dianne Edwards (Mike), Melissa Arthur (Cody), Adam Arthur, Valene Bexson (Jason), Danielle Brisbin (Matthew), Krista Phillips (Shawn), Michelle Meatheringham (Logan), Andrea Ulliac (Leon), Tyler Arthur, Sarah Groves (Andrew), and Amy De Long (Jamie) as well as her many Great Grandchildren and Great-Great Grandchildren. She is predeceased by her brothers Herb (Marjorie), Arnold (Theresa), Bruce, Jerry (Doris-pre deceased), Carl (Susan, predeceased) and Grant Smith. She is survived by her siblings Allan Smith (Betty), Jean Fitchett (George), Lillian Prentice (Charles), Birdie Hodges (Jim), Glen Smith (Bev), Anne Gray (Andy) and Wayne Smith.
A visitation with Marion's 5 children and other close family members will take place at MacCoubrey Funeral Home, 30 King St. E. in Cobourg on Friday, August 6th, from 1 to 3 pm in the reception center. With COVID restrictions all guests must wear masks, sign in for contact tracing, maintain a 2 m distance zone, and obey room restrictions for 40 people at a time.
For those wishing, donations in Marion’s memory may be made to the Residents Fund at either Legion Village or Extendicare Port Hope or to a charity of your choice and would be appreciated by the family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Charity of Your Choice
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Charity of Your Choice
My condolences to the Arthur family. My parents Lorne and Gen Poole were neighbours with Marion and Fraser when they lived on eddystone - shared many laughs as neighbours - they knew they could count on ‘each other’. Thinking of you (Rick and Nancy) at this time. May you treasure your memories.
Sorry to hear of your loss our thoughts and prayer are with you
Sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. We had many great trips together.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Our heartfelt sympathy to the Arthur Family You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time Art and Pam
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Sending our condolences and remembering all the laughs, fun times and many card games. Lorne & Marg Crago
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
My condolences on the passing of your mom Rick. It always leaves an emptiness within us. We will get together for coffee when things settle down.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Dear Debbie & Family Thinking of you and your family. Take care everyone. Sincerely Jeanine Clarey
our condolences to all the familes' George & Marylou Taylor
Our heartfelt condolences to the Arthur family. I will always remember your Mom's happy disposition, smile and friendly greetings at Eddystone Baptist Church. She will be greatly missed. May God surround you with His love and give you all strength and peace during this very sorrowful time. God Bless you. Joanne
Rick, Nancy, Sarah and Amy, My condolences to you and your family. I’m very sorry to hear of your loss.
To the Arthur/Smith Families; I've know Marian since I was little which brings memories to mind; but more recently here at Eddystone, Marian helped Annie and myself paper the walls of the church, we worked together at the strawberry suppers, enjoyed the popcorn balls she always made for Halloween and planning the Christmas Concert. Good times. A dandy lady. Blessings to you all. Phyllis
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Charity of Your Choice
I was sorry to learn of Marion's passing. Fraser, Marion and family were our neighbours for a time on Hwy. #2 in Colborne, and I attended Salem Public School with their children. We lived next door to Leta and Bert Arthur. I last saw Marion at the funeral for Ron Scroggs. My condolences. Families of late John and Audrey Davis & late Victor and Hazel Davis of Colborne.
Debbie, Roger and family. Sincere condolences on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Carol and Jon Greer
Dearest Debbie and family,. How blessed to have so many years of memories, may you all find some peace and comfort knowing your mother loved you
So sorry to hear of your Mom passing, Thoughts are with you and think of the good times to get through this hard time.
We just want the Arthur family to know we are thinking of you at this sad time. We will always remember how welcoming Marion and Fraser were when you were a guest in their home especially so if you had time for a game of cards. Please accept our sincerest sympathies.
Our sincere condolences. Kevin and Wanda
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Extendicare Port Hope Resident's Council
Dear Family, We were fortunate to live next to Marion, Fraser and you in Eddystone. The amazing popcorn balls, at Halloween, are still talked about and we have attempted to make them (but never to the wonderful standards of Marion's). Our family was welcomed and supported as neighbours. We will remember her fondly and with fine memories. You are in our prayers and thoughts. Thinking of you, Jan, Mandy and Yvonne Bangs and family.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Sincere sympathy, Debbie & family Marlene
Larry,Clayton,Greg,Debbie,Rick and your families.There are no words to take away sadness when you lose a mother.May the comfort of friends and family and knowing she is at peace help you through this difficult time.Marion touched the lives of many always with a smile.Cherish your memories,they will last forever. Our deepest condolences... Doug and Brenda
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Rick I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. It is hard to lose a loved one, especially when it is a parent. My deepest sympathy to you, Nancy, your girls and family at this very sad time.
To our fellow Bowlers-Jean, Lillian, Birdie and Anne, condolences on the passing of your sister Marion.
To Debbie and family I send you my deepest condolences. May the good memories you have ease your pain in the days ahead.
Sending sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom Deb & family. Marion was a great lady that I got to know very well while cutting her hair at Legion Village. She always had a smile and a happy smirk while walking the halls. Keep your loving memories close & she’ll always be with you.
Remembering your wonderful mother and praying for your comfort at this difficult time.
Our condolence to everyone .
Rick, Nancy, Sarah, Andrew, Amy and Jamie Our condolences to your entire family on the loss of such a special person in your lives. The memories you have made in your life with your mom (and grandmother) will last forever. Be sure to pass them down to the next generations so they can know her through you. Chris and Michelle Karja
Our sincere condolences to the entire family. Marion and Fraser were exceptionally thoughtful neighbours who welcomed us into the Eddystone community many years ago. We will forever be thankful for the many acts of kindness they bestowed on us over the years we lived side by side. We will sit in the doorway of our present garage, watch the world go by and lift a toast to both Marion and Fraser, together once again. God bless them.
Our sincere condolences to Larry, Clayton, Debbie, Greg and Rick, as well as their families and Aunt Marion’s brothers and sisters. Thinking of everyone at this difficult time.
Our most sincere condolences to Marion’s children, and her siblings. Hold on to your treasured memories she will be with you forever in your hearts 💕
Sorry to hear the loss your mother I only have fond memories of her. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
To my aunts and uncles - You're in my thoughts at this time. I know you have many memories/stories you could share.
Larry, Clayton, Greg, Debbie & Rick Prayers and condolences to you and all your family for your loss. You are in our thoughts. Hugs to all! Love Judy & Shawn
To my cousins ... our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your mom. I have fond memories of time spent at Aunt Marion and Uncle Fraser's home while growing up. Together again, I'm sure they're sharing a laugh. We're thinking of everyone at this time.
Birdie: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Marg & Ed
Sorry to hear of your mom's passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing...I know how much she meant to you and how much you treasured her being in your life Rick...my condolences to you Nancy and the girls and their families. Steve Galloway
So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May she rest in peace .
Rick, Nancy, Sarah, Amy and family, Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom Rick.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
My condolences to you on the loss of your Mom. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
So very sorry to hear Marion had passed away,please accept my deepest sympathy. Mavis Garnett Member of St Andrew's United church
Condolences to all of you on the passing of your Mother, Grandmother. May she be at peace with her loved ones.
Our sympathies to all the bowling sisters. We remember bowling with Marion and her wonderful 80th birthday party.
Sending love and comfort from our family to Rick, Nancy, and family. You, and all of Marion’s family are in our thoughts and prayers. Take joy from the great memories that stay imprinted on your heart ❤️
Thinking of you Deb and all the family..My deepest sympathies and condolences...
Love to everyone. Ma will be missed by so many. Rest in peace my friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time..our sincere condolences..Rosemary and Jamie Taylor
Sincere sympathy on the passing of your mother Rick. Loving thoughts and prayers with you and your family at this time
Rest In Peace in your glorious new place. Luv u Nana😇😘🥰
So sorry for your loss. Marion was a lovely lady I had the pleasure of knowing when she lived at Legion Village.
So terribly sorry to hear that Marion has passed. Our deepest condolences.
Debbie and Rick, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s death. I am sure that many fond memories will help you manage during this difficult time. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
A Memorial Donation has been made to the following charity:
Legion Village - Residents Fund
Debbie and family. I am so sorry to about the passing of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Linda