Marianne was very much loved and admired. She cherished her husband, sons and grandchildren. I knew Marianne growing up near Barrhead, Alberta. I was a few years behind her in school. In 2012 Robert and I had a group trip to Cuba with Marianne'and her sisters, Joyce and Franie. This is when we learned how warm, funny, generous and enthusiastic she was. We are glad we had that special connection and send sincere condolences to all family and friends as we mourn this loss together.