MARCIA ELLEN SCHELLENBERG (LEAVER)

Condolences & Memories (22 entries)

• I will miss you Marcia and even in this difficult time you were the one teaching us how to live life, accept things that cannot be changed and to never give up. You lived your life no matter what was thrown at you. My sincere condolences goes out to all of us that have lost you but am very thankful that you blessed all our lives. Rest Marcia....the bat is still swinging as I know we will continue to look for a cure in your memory for years to come! Love you! - Posted by: Loreen and Family (Friends) on: Nov 29, 2013

• I will never forget the kindness and care Marci provided to my mother in her final years living at Tuxedo Villa, and will be forever grateful. My condolences to the family. Marci, now you "know the secret". Rest in peace. - Posted by: Lois, Forzley (daughter of former patient at Tuxedo Villa) on: Nov 29, 2013

• My sincere condolences to Al and family for your loss. - Posted by: Greg Gingras (al's coworker) on: Nov 29, 2013

• I had the pleasure of working 17 years with Marcia at Tuxedo Villa. Caring with a pride of purpose and always smiling is how I will always recall Marcia. I last met up with Marcia at Folklorama in 2012. The smile was still there. Thank you for all you did. You touched many lives. Thank You Luv Ya :) - Posted by: Rick Bowman (co-worker) on: Nov 27, 2013

• A kind and gentle soul. Will always remember her beautiful smiles. My sincere heartfelt sympathy to Al and family - Posted by: susan freeman (friend) on: Nov 26, 2013

• Marcie is one of the most special people ever created, and will be missed. - Posted by: April Girardeau (Friend and CoWorker) on: Nov 26, 2013

• Dear Mr. Leaver, Breta, Barb, Al, Justin, Kelsey, and Nick: I send my deepest condolences to you all on the loss of Marcia. Although the roles Marcia fulfilled in your lives as daughter, sister, friend, wife, and mother cannot be replaced, the memories each one of you have made in your individual relationships with her will bring both comfort and joy in the days and years ahead. Marcia enriched each of your lives in singularly special ways; take comfort in knowing that each one of you enriched her life, too. - Posted by: Katherine Lynn (Chasty) Kirby (Childhood friend) on: Nov 26, 2013

• Our condolences to all of you. It was always a pleasure getting together with all of you. Marcie will be missed. - Posted by: Rita & Brian Schalla (Friends) on: Nov 26, 2013

• Our deepest sympathy to Allan and the family. - Posted by: Karen and Greg Blanco (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2013

• Tom and I had the pleasure of meeting Marcie on a few occasions. The first being the Christmas party that you hosted when you were store manager at Safeway 721 (Unicity) Marcie was so welcoming, warm and gracious. Our thoughts are with you and your children - Posted by: Wendy Beel and Tom Mulvenna () on: Nov 24, 2013

• So sorry to hear of Marcia's passing. Growing up in the Buchanan household holds many fond memories of the Leaver girls. I am happy that I was able to visit Marcia in Riverview. My thoughts are with you today. - Posted by: Cheryl DuGray (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2013

• Al, Danny and I express our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers in this difficult time. Take comfort in knowing that you have friends that care about you and your family. - Posted by: Gem (Al's co worker) on: Nov 24, 2013

• My deepest condolences to Al and the children on your loss. - Posted by: Don Burroughs (Work friend of Marcia's husband.) on: Nov 24, 2013

• I remember on a few occasions when Joan, Ross and sometimes the girls Breta, Barbara & Marcie would come to Oakville from Winnipeg for a visit, usually when they were down to the cottage and before Mom & Brock owned their cottage in Temagami. We would go over to see Grand Leaver and either visit with her there or bring her to Mom & Brock's place. Marcie and I would have a chuckle or two. We were not very close, but I do remember and will always will remember her with the fondest Memories. Marcie put up a huge fight with a huge Battle. Marcie, may you now rest in Peace, free from Illness and Pain. God Bless you Marcie & God Bless your Family during this very difficult time. You will be Missed, Loved and Remembered forever by all of those who had the Honor of knowing you. And for those who did not have the Honor of knowing you, you have missed out on knowing such a Wonderful Person. - Posted by: Tracey Fry (Extended Family (Maggie Leaver's Daughter)) on: Nov 23, 2013

• Uncle Allen I am so, so sorry to hear of Marcia's passing. I believe I only met her once and remember thinking what a kind and lovely lady you married, I wish I could have got to know her better. My heart goes out to you and all those that have suffered this lose. Keeping you in my prayers! Love Norma Jean - Posted by: Norma Jean Schewaga (Anderson) (Neice) on: Nov 23, 2013

• Do to the fact that I live IN BC I did not have the opportunity to spend much time with Marcia, but the short time that I spent with her I felt her genuine warmth and sincerity. My deepest love goes out to my baby brother Allen and family. Allen I love you. Love your sister Carole - Posted by: Carole Schellenberg (Sister-in-law) on: Nov 23, 2013

• My Cousin, best friend, like sisters. We have had many great talks and fun together. When I would come out to Winnipeg every spring for many years and getting together in the summers in Temagami, Ontario. We had a special bond that I will cherish always. You will always be in my heart. I am very sad but I know you are in a better place. We would never say goodbye but ..see you later..Love you big time xxoo. - Posted by: Deborah Leaver (Cousin) on: Nov 23, 2013

• I knew Marcia as a friend when attending Kelvin High School and although we lost contact, we met again later in life, when my mother was in Tuxedo Villa. Marcia was always so cheerful and caring, and she always gave loving attention to so many of the residents and their families there. Her wonderful care allowed my family peace of mind. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. My heartfelt condolences to her family. - Posted by: Nola Miller (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2013

• I would like to say, that while Marcie remains a tribute as one of many who created a magnificent childhood, some of us were blessed to enjoy on our Sprucelea Drive haven, with so many joyful, funny, and tender memories....It has been this last year in following this old childhood friend and school-mate that made a profound difference in my life. For, every time I turned on my Facebook pages, there was Marcie, in share ONLY of her pride, strength, dignity, faith, love and hope. There was Marcie proving to the world that it IS possible to live and live well, even in the realms of illness. There was Marcie showing us all that these things still remain loud and clear...strong and faithful. I felt through this following that this was her personal message to us all. That things are still beautiful and okay. That there is nothing to fear and that love, hope and never ever giving up truly is ALL that matters. Thank you Marcie for teaching us what love and faith and love OF faith, really is. - Posted by: Karen Maxwell (Childhood friend..) on: Nov 23, 2013

• Marcia and I were friends going way back to Kelvin High School. We were young and foolish girls back then who loved to spend time together doing what young girls do best. Lots of gossiping, laughter and partying! I lived with Marcia and her family for a short time when I was 15. Her family were so kind and caring to me when I desperately needed help. I can never give enough thanks to her and her family for their kindness. A few years ago I ran into her at Tuxedo Villa seniors lodge. It was so wonderful to see her after 30 some years. It was immediately apparent to me Marcia was still the same girl with the big heart who cared about anyone in need. To her family, please accept my deepest sympathy. Marcia was a beautiful, compassionate woman who I know will be greatly missed by all of you. - Posted by: Tracy Cook (School friends ) on: Nov 23, 2013

• Marcie It is hard to see someone so young leave this world. You were always full of life, strong and determined. With all you have been through, it's time for you to rest my friend. Every time I hear the Momma's and Poppa's I think of you. - Posted by: margaret morton (friend) on: Nov 23, 2013

• Very sorry to hear this news, sincere condolences to the family - Posted by: George Sinkins (Friend of family) on: Nov 23, 2013