Passed away peacefully at her home, with her family by her side and her twin sister Marjorie speaking words of farewell, as she breathed her last breath, on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of Dr. Ray Meredith for over 67 years. Cherished mother of Cheryl Meredith Krueger (Paul), Diane Katz (Harvey), Sandra Field (Jeff) and Michelle Willows (Terry). Adored grandmother of Jessica (Pniel), Michelle (Moshe), Josh; Meredith, Kevin (Alicia), Robin (Daniel), Ryan (Brea), Sam (Jaslynn), Simon, Marshall (Madeline), Sean, Meredith (Eric) and welcomed new grandmother of Jonathan (Andrea), Joy (Chad), Michael (Rachael) and Matthew. Admired great-grandmother of twenty-two and honorary mother and grandmother of many, many more. Survived by her sister Grace Ross, twin-sister Marjorie Babcock, and sister-in-law Madge Shipshee.
Marion cared fiercely for her family and loved spending time with each of them. She prayed daily with Ray for each of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and she never missed an event to cheer them on. Marion’s love language was service, and her home was always filled with people to love and who she made feel like family. She had a deeply committed faith. She fought to stay on this earth for many years because of her love for Ray and life itself.
A celebration of Marion’s life will be held at West Park Church, 955 Gainsborough Road, London on Sunday, February 5, 2023 with the tribute service starting at 3 pm, for those unable to join in person, the family invites you to stream the service from the comfort of your home. The live streaming can be found at https://youtube.com/live/Po5GTRRfwmQ?feature=share. Private family interment to be held prior at Medway Cemetery.
Gifts in lieu of flowers can be given to St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation – Dr. Ray and Marion Meredith Fund.
Please join the family in celebrating by leaving them a tribute at the following link. https://www.tribute.co/marion-meredith-84217/.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Greg Long
Doc Ray and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. My family and I have so many fond memories of visiting our grandparents Art and Leona in Arva, and getting to spend time with you and your family next door. My grandparents were so lucky to have you as wonderful neighbours. Marion was a wonderful woman.
Donna Peterson and family
Dr. Meredith, our sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your lovely wife, Marion. We know that you have many wonderful memories to cherish her.
MaryLoft
My sincere sympathy to you and all your family Dr Meredith. . Marion was such a lovely lady with such a beautiful smile!
James A Walsh
Sorry to hear of Marion. My thoughts and prayers are for you. Elda and Marion will meet .
Jane galloway
Dr. Meredith and family our condolences to you and family, Marion was a wonderful lady, very caring person, so sorry to hear of her passing, jane galloway & david siddall
Pamela Bice
It with such a sad heart that a read of Marion’s passing. She was such a lovely , vibrant lady.
I have such fond memories of Marion and hope yours carry you through this difficult time.
Sending my heart felt condolences .
Judy (Butler) McNeill
Ray, Cheryl, Diane, Sandra and Michelle
I have so many great memories with your family and through it all I remember Marion’s kindness and joy. Both Ray and Marion were devoted and loving friends to my parents but I especially remember their guidance and visits when my fathers health failed him. Marion was always a bright spot in everyone’s day and she will be fondly remembered by everyone who knew her.
My deepest condolences.
Priscilla and Marc
She will be missed, but she will be remembered as Grandma Meredith to us as part of her extended family. What a wonderful, loving woman of God!
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Dear Dr. Meredith,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your beloved wife, Marion. My mother, Jean Cook, also wishes to extend her deepest condolences to you. Though I only met her a couple of times (both while we were all doing our walks at Masonville Mall), it is her smile, that I remember. It sounds like she was a wonderful role model, and will live on in the kindness she shared and the love she brought to your lives, and many others as well.
With sympathy,
Gerald and Brenda Lenders
Dargan & Theresa Burns
Dr. Ray Meredith and Family
Theresa and I send our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your dear wife and mother, Marion. She has been a priceless blessing to you.
We spend much time with Marjorie here at the Oaks, and share our sympathy with her on the loss of her dear sister.
God bless all of you!
Dargan and Theresa Burns
Vic & Lynn Cowie
Ray, Dianne, Cheryl, Sandra, & Michelle and the rest of your wonderful family.
Lynn and I wish to express our shared sorrow and condolences at Marion’s passing. I believe we feel as you do that this is a contradictory, …. bittersweet time in our lives that involves our loss and heaven’s gain. Marion’s pain has ended for eternity. So much of it has been used to bless our lives for so many years. She was one of the most selfless and giving people we have ever had the privilege to know. She made her home available to us on countless occasions over the years. We will never stop thinking of Ray and Marion as our spiritual parents and a warm and safe haven in time of our storms. We have always been on the receiving end of her prayers and support. Oh if we could learn to love others as Marion did. May our God bless and comfort you all as you wait to join her for the BIG reunion.
Martina Donnelly from Ireland.
Dr. Ray and family, I am very sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. I had the great pleasure so many years ago of meeting you Ray and Marion when you made a trip to Ireland. Marion was a vivacious, lovely lady, full of joy and kindness and I will forever remember the time we spent together with my late parents Sadie and Seán. I’m sending you love and hugs from across the Atlantic Ocean – Martina xxx
Sally Williams and daughters
To the Meredith family, sorry for your loss. We’ll be keeping you in our prayers daily. Blessings
Joan McQueen
Ray and Family; So many wonderful memories of Marion from my youth when you came to Ailsa Craig, to babysitting the girls when they were young, to your visits to Mom and Dad over the years. She was a wonder friend and always had a smile and positive approach to life. Please accept our sincere condolences but I know her legacy will live on though her family and all the wonderful memories.
Munjula Saito
Dear Ray and family,
Marion was a a gift to your family and to many others. My deepest condolences to you on her loss. May God’s peace and grace uphold all of you.
Munjula
Dale & Linda Froats
Dr Meredith; we were saddened to hear of your loss of a beautiful wife who cared so dearly for all. Sending our heartfelt sympathy.
Bob and Linda Kline
Ray and Family – feeling sorrowful along with all you in the loss of Marion, but also a sense of thanksgiving and joy for a life well-lived and now experiencing the hope of every believer, as she stands in the presence of her Savior and Lord. We are sorry we cannot be with you at Marion’s celebration of life, as we will be in Ottawa. We will miss seeing you all and remembering old times.
Diane Dixon
I didn’t know Marion well, but I sure remember her warm smile.
Very sorry to hear of her passing. My condolences to all members of the family.
Doris Loft
My sincere sympathy to Ray and all the Meredith family.
Doris Loft
Fred Lewis
Dr. Meredith and family.
We were so sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Fred Lewis and Lillus Riddell
Grace Willows and families
Dear Dr Ray, Michelle, Cheryl, Diane, Sandra,
As you miss your beloved wife and mother, you are thought of and prayed for.
In Jesus’ grip,
Willows family
Gayle McDougall ( Lewis)
To Dr. Meredith and Family
My deepest sympathy to all your family with the passing of Marion. It has been years since I have seen many of you but have fond memories of your incredible family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in the days ahead and as you celebrate Marion’s life and strong faith this Sunday.
Sincerely,
Gayle McDougall ( Lewis)
Carla Waddell
Our sincere condolences are extended to Ray and family.
Marion , our beloved neighbour of many years, was always full of energy, positivity, hospitality , love and faith . She was a blessing to us all.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you .
Her Lord and Saviour , Jesus, met her with open arms as she entered heaven with enthusiasm and joy.
Bill & Joan Dobbie
Dear Ray,Cheryl,Diane,Sandra,Michelle &Family
Our sincere sympathy to all in the sudden passing of Marion.
Our thoughts & prayers go out to all the family
Bill is going to miss visiting with Marion
RIP Marion
Bill & Joan Dobbie
Donalda DeBlock
We’re sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Our thoughts and sincere sympathies are with Dr. Meredith and family.
Donalda DeBlock and Family
Joyce French
Dear Dr. Meredith,
Cherish the memories.
Anticipate your bright re-union.
In our thoughts and prayers,
Joyce and Dave French
Wally,Kathy Lock
Ray and family,our condolences to all in your loss of Marion. Wally and Kathy Lock.
Joan Robson
Our thoughts are with the Meredith family at this difficult time.Your memories and faith will see you through.
Joan Robson and Ralph Needham
Carol Whiteford ( Trevithick)
So very sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. My thoughts go back to Craig when you set up your practice and remembering as a child visiting Marion with the new baby Cheryl. Many wonderful memories of you both! Thinking of you all and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Hugs Carol Whiteford ( Trevithick)
Don & Elvy Urbshott, Julie & Wayne
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us everyday,
Unseen, Unheard, but very near
Still missed, still loved and very dear.
we will miss our friend Marian very much, she always had a lovely smile for us.
God Bless
Lisa Dobbie
Sadendly deeply by the news of Marion’s passing. Dr Meridth and Marion will always hold a special place in my heart for their larger than life hearts and love for mankind. I’m very thankful for the love and support they provided my grandparents especially my grandmother in her final days. Sending love to Dr Meridith in this time. RIP to a beautiful woman inside and out
Joyce Marrinan
Dr Meredith and family
Sending our condolences to all during this sad time.
Cherish all your family memories…
Joyce Marrinan and family
Ann charlton
Dr. Meredith and family
Sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you all during this very difficult time.
Todd, Ann (Loft) Charlton and family
Gayle Ready
Dr. Meredith & Family,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear of Marion’s passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
Ken & Gayle Ready
Barb Shipley
Dear Ray, Cheryl, Diane, Sandra and Michelle,
Our deepest sympathies to you abd your families. Marion always had a cheerful smile and a positive word to say. She is at peace now and completely healed.
May you feel His comfort and may many memories come to mind .
Thinking of you- Bev and Barb
Helen and Jerry osadca
May the Lord bless you with sheer peace and comfort during your great loss. We love you.
Cydna Mercer
Dear Dr. Meredith and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of Mrs. Meredith. It was always a treat to speak with you both at North Park Community Church and catch up on the news of your lovely family. Thinking of you all at this time of loss.
Regards.
Cydna Carmichael Mercer
Katherine McNaughton
Ray, Cheryl, Diane, Sandra, Michelle & Families
So sorry to hear of Marion’s passing, she was such a delightful, caring and thoughtful person enjoyed hearing about your family when we talked.
Thinking of you all during this difficult time and sending prayers for comfort and peace.
Sincere Sympathy
Katherine McNaughton & Family
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere Condolences to the family ,friends and relatives of Marion.
The staff at Excel Pharmacy
Helen Hearn
My deepest sympathy, Dr. Meredith.
Helen Hearn
Karen Keegans (Radcliffe)
Sandy, Michelle,Diane,Cheryl, Dr. Meredith and family.
My deepest condolences for your loss. It has been a long time but it truly feels like yesterday when I was so warmly welcomed into your home ( and very often on a daily basis). Your home was always filled with love, faith, friendship and positivity.
Anyone who met your mom will relate to the person she was through the beautiful tribute you have shared.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
RON AND GLENDA
Dr Merredith and Family
Our Sincere Condolences, may she rest in peace…..
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Mindy Worrad
Dear Dr Meredith and family.
Brian and I have fond memories of you and Marion cheering on our boys when Ryan and Jake played hockey together. She was such a pleasant and encouraging and uplifting woman and a joy to interact with. Our sincere condolences on her passing …you will miss her so much. We are so thankful that she is safely with her Heavenly Father and experiencing wonderful health and fullness of joy.
Brian and Mindy Worrad
Margaret Watt
Dr. Meredith and family
Our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of Marion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish the many memories, Thinking of you
Margaret Watt (Schendera), Paul and Debbie Marsden, Ted and Tammy Schendera
John & Mary Walls
Dr. Meredith and family;
Our deepest condolences to everyone. Marion leaves you with some wonderful memories.
Carol Nicholson
Dr Meredith: Sending heartfelt sympathy to you in this time of great loss. God is faithful and will hold you close in the journey ahead.
Carol Nicholson
Port Alice, BC
Barbara (Parnall)&Bob Wonnacott
Dr Meredith and family I’m sorry to hear of the passing of Marion. I enjoyed our little chats when she would visit the mill. Our deepest condolences to you all
Mary Jane Mac Dougall
Ray, Cheryl, Dianne, Sandra (Sammy as we knew her ) and Michelle
Sadness at the loss of a wonderful lady – remarkable wife, mother, grandmother and for the Walsh family the very best neighbour! Memories abound of our shared back yards, pool time, barbecues and the pleasure of watching the girls as they grew to be the wonderful women that they are. Any time over the years that I met Ray and Marion, she expressed a genuine interest in our family.
A life so well lived- she has for sure earned her rest.
Special hugs to you all
Mary Jane Mac Dougall ( Walsh)
Sarah Guidolin
Our thoughts and Prayers are with the family. She was a wonderful and caring person ❤️ many wonderful memories shared. Forever in our hearts.
Tom Davis
Dear Ray and Family our sincere condolences to you on the passing of a wonderful lady, wife and mother, grandmother
Tom and Vicki Davis
Dan and Carol Sloetjes
Our Condolences to the whole family. GODS love and Peace be with everyone!
Nancy Koprowski
I have lost my ever encouraging mentor. She had such great faith. She was so wise and even in the last weeks was giving me advice on treating my arthritis! I am so glad her suffering is over but I miss her terribly already. Thank you Ray and your family for the constant care you gave her. Nancy Koprowski
Marti Butler
We’re so sorry for your loss Merideth family. Bless you in the coming days as you grieve, remember good times and miss her.
Evelyne Rollings
Dr Meredith and family,
Our deepest sympathy, to you,
There will be an empty space in your heart, to fill with beautiful memories.
Memories, will help you through the day.
Evelyne and family.
Marie Cebulski(Walker )
Dr Meredith and Family. I am so sorry of your great loss. Marion sounds like a very lovely lady. I am sure you have lots of wonderful memories to treasure.And she’ll always be in your heart . Doc I think you will remember me .I am Marie, George and Ev Walkers Daughter , from the airport. We learned to fly together. We also kidded you when you arrived to fly.” What’s up Doc ?”You also waited at the hospital when my mom collapsed , with my dad and brother for me to arrive from Sarnia.You were were one of my favorites I later worked in Emerg at UH and was always glad to see you. I will keep you and your family in my heart and prayers .xo At a later date I would love to hear hear ,Thought of you often over the years. you.
Kelly Hack
Sending our condolences to Dr. Meredith and Family for the loss of Marion. May The Lord comfort your hearts with the memories you have with her. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.
Sincere sympathies , Kelly and Scott Hack.
Sonja [berg] Seiler
So sorry for your loss
Don and Mary Ellen Milligan
What a sweet sweet lady “finally home”. You have all cared for her so lovingly for a long time. She has struggled with so many issues, but never gave up and always had a smile. How nice that you could all be with her in her final hours. Ray, you have been amazing. I know you are a Dr. but it is hard to watch and care for one of your own when you can’t make them better I am sure. As a couple, they were always together and always willing to care and love others. We remember taking a houseful of youth to their home more than once and it was always such a treat for us all. God bless you during these difficult days-I know she was ill and ready to go to meet her Lord and Saviour, but it is still hard to say Good bye. Love to you all.
Elaine and Greg Olson
Thinking of you as you say goodbye to a beautiful mom, wife, grandmother, mentor and friend. She sojourned well! May the Lord fill your hearts with the fondest memories and the deepest comfort 🤍
Laurie Fowles
Sending my love to the whole family. It’s so hard to lose the matriarch of the family but what a beautiful legacy of love she leaves behind.
Ruth and Cliff Dickie
Ray and family we send our sincere condolences in your loss. Marion was a wonderful inspiration to all her family and many others.
Ruth and Cliff Dickie
Ray and family we send our sincere condolences in your loss. Marion was a wonderful inspiration to all her family and many others.
Kim Drew
My condolences to Dr Meredith and his family. Marion was such a lovely person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Helen Hearn
My sincere sympathy to Dr. Meredith’s family.
Helen Hearn
Gord and Brenda Moon
Dr. Meredith and Family ,
So very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved wife , Marion. Please accept our deepest condolences to you and all members of your family during this time.
Sharleen & Glenn Phillips
She was small yet full of life. Her smile and her many words of kindness had such a positive influence on those around her. Fun times we had curling -more talk than action. Great memories Ray
Joan Leitch
Sending deepest condolences from Joan Leitch and family.
Rev. Paul Shaw
Dear Uncle Ray, Cheryl, Diane, Sandra, Michelle, and Family – We weep with you in the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, our dear Aunt Marion. But, we rejoice with you in the hope and assurance of eternal life.