Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at 12:00 a.m.
Bennett, Marion
MARION BENNETT (Leigh) (née Ross) passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, May 30, 2020 with her family by her side after a short battle with cancer.
MARION BENNETT (Leigh) (née Ross) passed away at Chinook Regional Hospital on Saturday, May 30, 2020 with her family by her side after a short battle with cancer.
Marion was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and GG. She is survived by her loving daughter, Janet Gardner of High River; her son, Gordon (Sharon) Leigh of High River; her stepson, Brian (Marina) Bennett of Prince George, BC; her sisters, Doreen Garland of Calgary and Bobbie (Duane) Pendergast of Lethbridge, as well as two nieces. Marion was so proud of her seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her first husband, James Leigh (d. 1982); her second husband, Dr. Ronald Bennett (d. 2000); her special friend, Lawrence Stadlwiser (d. 2018); her brother-in-law, Archie Garland (d. 2019), and her son-in-law, Doug Gardner (d. 2019).
Marion was born on January 30, 1931 in Lacombe, AB. She lived in High River from 1942 to 1983 before moving to Lethbridge. She loved to socialize and looked forward to spending time with her many friends through golf, Bridge, and coffee. Her love of life and people touched the lives of all those who knew her. She loved to travel, and took great pride in entertaining friends and family.
A service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. Donations can be made to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation: 960 - 19 St. S, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5.
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Janet, Debra, Susan, Jamie and family, Gord, Sharon and family: My sincere condolences on losing Marion. Her outgoing personality and zest for living will be remembered. Our Mothers offer us direction our whole lives; they are our North Stars and I know she will be there for all the family to offer direction when you think of her and miss her visits. Kind regards, Lorna McLean and Way Family.
I am so so sorry to hear about Marion passing. We had many happy times together. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Marion was my Aunt. I have so many amazing memories of time spent with her. She was just such a class act and she will be terribly missed.
Sincere condolences to Bobbie, and all of Marian's family. She was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
Janet, Gord and families, my sincere condolences in the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful lady and I know you will have many great memories. I was so happy to have a couple of phone conversations with her over the last couple of months, and will always remember her with a smile.
My thoughts and prayers go to all of Marions family and friends. I've had the pleasure of getting to know Marion over the past two years and she will be missed by so many. Sincere condolences to everyone who knew and Loved her.
My heartfelt condolences to all Marion's family. She spoke often and so lovingly of her family. You can be sure that she will be greatly missed by her many friends.
Janet, Gord and Sharon and family our deepest sympathy is sent to you during this difficult time. May the memories that you share help lesson the grief and help get you through the tough days that lie ahead. Sincerely Len and Pat Zebedee and family
Condolences to Marion's family. She will be missed.
We are so very sad to hear about Marion's passing she was such a special friend to us all. Out thoughts and prayers go out to all of Marion's family.