HARKER, Wilma Marilyn – Peacefully at the age of 85 years, returned home to her Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ on November 19, 2021, at Louise Marshall Hospital, Mount Forest.
Marilyn was pre-deceased by her father Milton Harker, mother Henrietta Tremain, her youngest son Joseph (Joey) L. Roux, brother Kenneth Harker, and by her sister Mary Harker.
Marilyn is survived by her son John L. Roux, her daughter Rita Wukoson, her stepdaughter Linda Reynolds, her stepsons Brian Roux and Robert Roux, her grandson Alexander Wukoson, and her dear and lifelong friend, Gladys Stubbs.
Born in Toronto, Ontario she went on to join the RCAF, serving in Winnipeg, MB, Pvt 1st Class. Here she met the man she would marry. Although divorced many years ago, she remained friends with her former husband, Leo Roux.
After raising her children, Marilyn rejoined the workforce, working several years in retail sales until retiring. She chose to continue her education in her forties, graduating Centennial Community College, Toronto, with a degree in Graphic Arts.
Marilyn had a love of music; her children have wonderful memories of a home filled with a range as wide as Mahalia Jackson to Elvis Presley.
Marilyn was a two-time survivor of cancer; malignant melanoma many decades passed, as well as lung cancer in 2008.
Hers was a true heart for the Lord Jesus, and Marilyn laid a foundation of love for her children and stepchildren to know of His grace, mercy, and love.
For the past several years, she has enjoyed being a part of the Mount Forest Seniors Club, playing cards and enjoying the company of others.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Marilyn are asked to consider Cancer Patient Services, Mount Forest. England Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.
“I will see you again”
We will miss you dearly until then.
1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Wilma Marilyn Harker 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:Mount-Forest, Province: Ontario