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In Loving Memory,
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our dear mother Marlene Delores (Ripley) (Black) Romanowicz, 85 on Wednesday 6:15 am, December 30, 2020 at Ridge Meadows Hospital, Maple Ridge, BC. Joanne and Leon were able to be with her for the last 2 weeks while in the hospital.
Born in Sydney, Cape Breton, May 21, 1935, Marlene was the daughter of Edward and Hazel Ripley, both deceased. She is also predeceased by her brothers Earl (Jean) Ripley and Eddie Ripley. Charles Black (first late husband) passed away on December 31, 2010, and her Sister-In Law Loreen Szewczok who passed on May 17, 2020.
Marlene is survived by her Children: Leon (Marie) Black, Langley, BC. Cynthia (Cindy Black) Watanabe, Bonney Lake, WA, Joanne Black Langley, BC. Her Grandchildren: Amy (Mac Vicar) (Kevin Reichow) Fox, Auburn WA. Nicole Simard, Bonney Lake, Jeffrey (Andreanne Turcotte) Simard, Chicoutimi, Quebec.
Her great GrandChildren: Logan Fox, Kayla Fox, Landan Simard-Pleskac, Emilie Simard, Jade Simard, Jacob Simard and Noam Simard.
Her Nieces: Cheryl (Ripley) Sherman, Son Mike Sherman. JoAnn (Ripley) (Perry) Curasco, Son Nicolas Cann. Patricia (Mike Wondoloski) Ripley. Her Nephews: Stephen Ripley, Eddie (Jerilyn) Ripley, Sons jesse Ripley, Carter Wills.
Marlene moved to Langley, BC in the late 1990’s to be closer to her children with Peter (Bun) Romanowicz, her late husband (August 2007). She was a beloved mother and loved sharing her life with them. She was proud of all her children and always tried her best to support them. She was very kind to her family and friends always helping outwhen she could. Marlene was a warm-hearted, fun-loving lady with a great sense of humor and she always had a smile on her face. Marlene loved her red lipstick, she couldn’t go anywhere without it on. Being fashionable and charismatic, her hair and outfits also had to be perfect before leaving her place. Marlene loved to play the piano and sing along with friends and family. She will be missed by her friends Phyllis, Frances, Marsha, Janice and BC relatives; Howie (Sheila) Stephens, Brenda Mac Donald and Glenn (Annette) Tomblin. We want to give a special thank you to Dr. Borg and her office, Dr. Damien, nurses and the care aids where Marlene lived at Langley Gardens and Langley Seniors Village.
She also leaves behind many friends throughout Nova Scotia, Antigonish and Cape Breton Island. Colleen Snow, Warna Murrant, Nancy Manship, Kevin, Fred, Keith, Michele, Zion, John Stephens, Todd, Lynn Abbass, Janet Porter, Billy Sullivan, Eileen Mac Neil and too many to list. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. There will be no service, but interment of ashes will take place at a later date.
Mom preferred flowers in the garden and not at funerals. In lieu of this, please consider a donation to your local Hospice Society.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Marlene Delores Romanowicz Ripley May 21 1935
December 30 2020..
Décès pour la Ville: Abbotsford, Province: Colombie britanique