Obituary of Marion Waldon

WALDON: Marion Euphemia (née Ramsay), resident of Fairview Home, Brandon, MB and formerly of Rapid City, MB. It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of our loving mother and grandmother on March 23, 2018. Marion was born on November 20, 1929, fifth daughter to parents Alex and Ellen (née Gordon) Ramsay in the RM of Blanchard. Marion received the majority of her education in Cardale. She was a keen competitor in local and provincial track and field events and also loved to play softball. Marion worked as a bank clerk in the Rapid City Royal Bank and became involved in the community. As a young woman she was active in the Rapid City United Church activities, the Deborah Rebekah Lodge and the Recreation facilities. She was particularly proud to have been named the first Carnival Queen at the Rapid City Skating Rink as well as being a Lodge member for over 50 years. She married William Waldon on June 20, 1951 and shortly after left her banking position to be a farmer's wife and raise her family of six children. She was a fun loving, caring, and hardworking wife and mother and continued to work hard in the community. She enjoyed golfing, entertaining, dancing and travelling. Marion loved to decorate her home and yard and set a well-dressed table when she entertained. She was very patriotic, loved Canada Day Celebrations and flew the Canadian Flag proudly. Marion was predeceased by her parents Alex and Ellen Ramsay, husband William (Bill) Waldon, children Jean Smith and Jennifer Waldon, grandchildren Michel Bety and Bryce Waldon, siblings Florence Hearn, Sheila Postak, Isla Garner, Helen Wiltsey, Jean Billings, William (Bill) Ramsay and Thomas Ramsay and brother-in-law Ken Waldon. She is survived by her son Donald (Loretta) Waldon, daughters Judy Waldon (Robert Bety), Jan Sykes (Dwight-deceased), Joyce (Jack) Leganchuk, grandchildren Clinton (Erin) Waldon, Caryn Waldon (Bryce's wife), Krista Leganchuk, Bradley Leganchuk, Haley Sykes, Alyson Sykes, great grandchildren Georgia, Beau and Sophia Waldon as well as sister-in-law Beverly Waldon-Shaw and numerous nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held on Friday, July 6, 2018 in the Rapid City Cemetery at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow at the Rapid City Legion Hall. Donations in memory of Marion may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Unit 3-2430 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0M5 or a charity of your choice.