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In Memory of
Marybelle Edwards
1931 - 2023
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Jason Bellchamber posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Barb, Liz and Mike and your families, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom. Marybelle came from a line of fierce and steadfast women. Aunt Marybelle and Uncle Mel's house was in the exact center of Toronto.
I have so many fond memories of visits there as a boy with my sister, all of them filled with copious amounts of laughter and joy. Marybelle was an example of what a great and good person is.
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Jillene Bellchamber-Glazier posted a condolence
Monday, April 24, 2023
Dear Mike, Barb, and Liz,
My sympathies to you and your families on the loss of your mom, mother-in-law, grandma, great-grandma.
I was lucky enough to have Aunt Marybelle and Uncle Mel as aunt and uncle, but also as my godparents. And not only do I have fond memories of visits to your family home in Toronto for special occasions and gatherings, along with Christmases and Easter get togethers in Goderich, but I actually had the benefit of spending extra time with your mom when we were first living in Goderich and she was helping out grandma and grandpa. She was kind, helpful, loving, and we had great dinner conversations around the old oak dining room table on current events, while she was also making sure I had the unconditional support I needed as a teenager moving during high school and trying to figure out my new world.
I remember her as clever and quick-witted, fast with a joke or a pun, and always making sure her people were ok and feeling loved.
I’m sure that there are some fun celebrations up in heaven with Uncle Mel singing a tune and Uncle Grant and Cousin Barb having a grand old time.
My love to you all
Jill
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Dianne Chisholm-Bellchamber posted a condolence
Monday, April 24, 2023
I will miss my big sister Marybelle very much. She was a strong independent woman until the strokes took that independence away in the last few years . She was 14 when I was born and she said it was like having a live doll to look after and play with {her words} she was a second mother to me and I adored her . So many memories,- she would show me the new kittens in the barn, or the new piglets , and I think it’s were I gained a love and respect for all animals , big or small. She would make a picnic and i would sit on the back of her bike as we biked to Point Farm beach which was across from our farm { it is a provincial park now} We would have the whole beautiful beach to ourselves . She taught me to love and respect Lake Huron and that’s is where I learned to swim. I remember going into town as a real little kid and watch her play baseball - always wanting to sit on the bench beside her and wondering why I couldn’t!
She would play any tune on the piano for me and I often went to sleep listening.
when Bow finished high school and got a job at the Air Base in Clinton , I can still remember waiting in our front porch for her to come home.
It was my big sister who told me about the birds and bees…..you kind of figure something out growing up on a farm
I wasn’t very happy when she met her new boyfriend, Mel , then got married to him and moved so far away to Toronto.’
But I really liked him too . Just kind of wanted her for myself.
She was often the peacemaker between my 2 older brothers , who when get into a scrap .- especially when my parents were away
And no wonder , my parents needed to get away—-they already had 3 kids and my mom was 41 or 2 when I was born. I think my mom was very happy to have Marybelle carry me around.
Marybelle and Mel were godparents to my daughter Jillene .
We didn’t see other very much in the last few years , but talked on the phone and would tell each other about our kids as only I sister could be interested and want to know about.
Covid was very tough for my sister - as it was for all seniors ,whether in a nursing home or assisted-living homes. Marybelle was blessed to have 3 wonderful kids, Mike, Barb, and Elizabeth, who were always there for their mom. And all the grandchildren too
I don’t know what I would done without being able to keep touch with iPhone and FaceTime . At an outside window, —at her seniors home. It makes me cry just thinking about that.’
She is finally at Peace.
Love you forever, Bow
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Ruth Anne Chisholm-Davin posted a condolence
Tuesday, April 18, 2023
Cousins Barb, Mike, Liz and your beautiful families, I am so sorry for your loss. I also know my Dad, Don Chisholm will miss his sister dearly. I always remember Aunt Marybell with bright, mischievous eyes and a ready smile. Aunt Marybell was such fun (along with Aunt Dedee) and full of adventure at the cottage, making many happy memories. I am very sorry I could not attend in person (due to my recent ankle surgery). I am sending prayers and hugs to you all.
xoxo Cousin Ruth Chisholm-Davin
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Janet Forbes posted a condolence
Monday, April 17, 2023
Dear Barb, Steve and family:
Sending you all my sincerest condolences in the loss of your Mom, mother-in-law and Grandma! It’s been a few years since I last saw Marybelle but I will always remember the times we did spend together. She was always great fun to be with. Cherish your beautiful memories.
Lots of love & hugs to all.
Janet
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Kenneth W Edwards posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Dear Barb, Steve, James, Tim, Jennifer, Lynn & Stephanie:
My sincere condolences on losing your mom, mother-in-law and grandma. I wish I could attend the service and pay my respects in person, but unfortunately I'm still away. My memory of Marybelle was her support of our ball playing days with Steve and the guys, and she would always say to me "how are you Mr. Edwards?" and I would reply "I'm great Mrs. Edwards, and how are you?" That always put a smile on my face, and I know she enjoyed coming out to the games and we appreciated her support. Love to you guys today, and we'll talk soon after I get back.....
Ken Edwards
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Don Chisholm posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
My dear sister Marybelle was more than a sister. For me she was friend, a guide and a playmate. On many summer days we would follow a creek down to the Lake Huron beach to swim and sun-bathe for hours in Lake Huron. We were usually the only ones for miles around.
We were a spread-out family. Brother Grant was seven years older than me, and Marybelle five, with Dianne nine years after me! We were basically a loving family.
From 1952 to 1955, while going to Ryerson, I was a boarder with Marybelle and Mel. Their upstairs rooms were not yet occupied with children, yet to arrive. Marybellle also hosted a friend I met at Ryerson, where he met and married our first cousin, Anne Pollick.
Looking back, I know that whenever I was in the Toronto area, I made a point to visit my dear sister Marybelle.
Brother Don
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Lynn Kuehl posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Mike, Barbie and Liz, thank you for sharing your Mom with me for the last 55 years. I have such amazing memories of good times at both Amberley and at 192 Banff Road. Love and hugs to you all.
Lynnie
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Marrianna and Stew Geil posted a condolence
Sunday, April 16, 2023
Dear Mike and Mona, I just wanted to say our sympathies are with you. It is very difficult dealing with the passing of time and all that comes with it. Enjoy all the wonderful memories you have of your Mum and know that time will help in the healing. Love, Stew and Marrianna
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Saturday, April 15, 2023
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Cynthia Ainslie posted a condolence
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Dear Mike, Barb, Elizabeth - and all the many others who will miss Marybelle so very much
A beautiful light extinguished on April 9 but we are all better off for having known Marybelle.
Like Rodger, Banff Road is seared in my memory. Such happy times as a kid. Marybelle was so kind and always so ready for a some fun. She told the best stories ever! They’re all up there now having a great time with Marybelle.
With love
Cindy and Diran
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Rodger and Lorraine Johnston posted a condolence
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
My cousin Marybelle was close to my family as I was growing up. There were many visits between Banff Road and Greenwood Avenue (my home). It is with great fondness that my wife Lorraine and I remember Marybelle.
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Laurel Bresnahan donated to CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY SOCIÉTÉ CANADIENNE DU CANCER
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
I am sorry that I will not be able to get to the funeral as I will be in Europe but I will be thinking of all who knew your Mum.
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Tuesday, April 11, 2023
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