Marjorie MacTavish (nee Stanley)
Following Marjorie’s wishes, a graveside funeral service will take place at the Ripley Cemetery on Friday April 26, 2024 at 11:30 AM. 

Cemetery:
Ripley Cemetery
In Memory of
Marjorie MacTavish (nee Stanley)
January 28th, 1941 - January 19th, 2024

Place of Death

South Bruce Grey Health Centre, Kincardine

Obituary

Marjorie MacTavish, beloved wife of the late James “Jim” MacTavish, passed away peacefully at the Kincardine Hospital with family by her side on Friday January 19, 2024 at the age of 82.  She was born in Kincardine on January 28, 1941, daughter of the late Verna (Hicks) and Samuel Stanley.  Greatly missed by son Jeff (Valerie) MacTavish and daughter Michele (Bob) Hunter, grandchildren Shannon (Martin), Erin (Carl), Lauren (Andrew), Nicole (Liam) and James, and great grandsons Ian and Andy.  Also survived by sisters Shirley MacKinnon, Leona Setley and Helen (Clarke) Pollock, sister-in-law Evylene MacTavish, brothers-in-law Eugene Walden and Claire Thuell, and several nieces and nephews.  Predeceased by son James David MacTavish and siblings John Stanley, Alma Dunk, Georgina Moore, Earl Stanley, Eric Stanley, June MacLean, Betty Stanley and Gloria Ritchie. 

Marj and Jim married in 1959 and moved to the family farm on Concession 2 Huron Township, where they started their family and work life.  Marj worked briefly as a waitress at the Bruce Inn in the early 70’s, then as a bank teller for the Bank of Montreal in Kincardine, then went to Ripley and worked at the Royal Bank in 1974 until she retired in 1997. Marj and Jim moved to Nelson St. in Kincardine from the farm and settled there in their retirement until 2022 when they sold the house and moved to a condo on Charles St.   Marj enjoyed her retirement and had many wonderful memories with her 5 grandchildren. She and Jim enjoyed travelling to warm climates often and maintained a busy and active social life in Kincardine and Ripley.  Marj loved to swim at the Davidson Centre for many years and enjoyed the company and friendship of many swimmers.  She was also a devoted fan of the soap opera “The Bold and the Beautiful” and as she engaged her friends and family in this enjoyment, she made you realize that disturbing her, during this time slot, put you in peril.     

Following Marjorie’s wishes, a graveside funeral service will take place at the Ripley Cemetery on Friday April 26, 2024 at 11:30 AM. 

Donations

Please select one of the family's preferred charities:

  Diabetes Canada

 Royal Canadian Legion Br. 440 (Ripley)

 Kincardine and Community Health Care Foundation

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Message from Jenny Regier2024-04-26 20:11:57
My deepest condolences to Jeff and Michele and all of your families .
Message from Jenny Regier2024-04-26 07:24:34
My deepest condolences to Jeff and Michele and all of your families .
Message from Nancy G Dawson2024-01-31 16:47:17
Sorry for your loss - we will all miss her. We enjoyed a lovely visit with Marj, Jeff and Val in the park last summer. Thinking of all of you. Nancy
Message from Fran McCarthy2024-01-31 14:48:54
My condolences to Marj's family. I met Marj at the pool a number of years ago. It was a difficult time for me when I first went there & I really appreciated Marj's upbeat personality & comradery. When I no longer went to the pool I use to catch up with her at KIncardine Scottish events. It was always nice to see her friendly welcoming smile.
Message from Sandra & Rick Lark2024-01-29 20:44:27
Condolences Michele, Bob & family. Cherish your memories!
Message from Sandy Currie2024-01-29 17:44:20
Jeff, Val, Michelle, Bob and family - condolences on the loss of your mother. I always enjoyed having your family as our neighbours growing up. Your mother's warm hugs and big smiles will be missed and I will think fondly of her especially when I attend the Kincardine Pipe Parade in the summer. Thinking of all of you during this time of loss.
Message from Frieda Owen2024-01-28 19:31:24
I wish to extend my sympathy to the family of Marjorie. I grew up in Ripley. My mother, Laura Herd, lived most of her life in Ripley or surrounding area. Marjorie was a faithful bank employee of The Royal Bank in Ripley. Taking care of my mother in her later years brought me to the bank many times. Marjorie was there to assist. Plus, my husband, Dave Owen, knew Jim MacTavish during the years that we lived in the Kincardine area. My condolences to the family. Freda Owen, London, Ontario.
Message from Cil Carruthers2024-01-28 17:07:18
So sorry for your loss. Priscilla and Blain
Message from Dawna Rutledge2024-01-28 08:15:21
Dear Jeff, Michele and families, So sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Message from joe and janice hodgins2024-01-26 17:51:02
thinking of you with deepest sympathy sincerely in your time of loss joe and janice hodgins
Message from Ron & Joyce Tout2024-01-25 12:29:46
Our Condolences on the passing of Marj. Our thoughts are with her family at this sad and difficult time. Sincerely Ron & Joyce
Message from Brian and Wendy Pollock2024-01-25 11:07:38
To all of Marj's Family. Please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time. May all of your special memories help to ease your sorrow in the days ahead. Regards Brian and Wendy Pollock
Message from Bruce & Helene Buchanan2024-01-25 08:48:55
Dear Michele and family......... our deepest sympathies are extended to you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Bruce & Helene
Message from Joan Petersen2024-01-24 23:30:26
Sending condolences to the family!
Message from Doris & Dave Mills2024-01-24 22:54:49
Our sincere condolences to the family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Message from Harvey and Susan Handsor2024-01-24 22:38:51
To Jeff and Val and families, Our condolences on the passing of your Mother.
Message from jackie wilkinson2024-01-24 21:47:10
Jeff, Val and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sending hugs and love. Love Jackie and Rick Wilkinson
Message from Norma Hafner2024-01-24 20:51:45
To Helen Sorry to read that Marjorie had passed away. My condolences to you at this sad time.
Message from Troy Ritchie2024-01-24 19:29:20
Jeff and Michele I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing.
Message from Courtney Bridge2024-01-24 12:57:57
Jeff, Michele and family, I am so fortunate to have gotten to know Marj. She was always good for a visit and laugh throughout the years. May you find comfort knowing she is back in the arms of her beloved Jim. Rest in Peace dear Marj. ~Courtney
Message from Gary John Rutledge2024-01-24 10:22:27
Jeff, Michele and family, very sorry for your loss.
Message from Laurie and Mike Gallant2024-01-24 09:21:21
Jeff,Val, Michele , Bob and families Our condolences at this time of sorrow. So glad we had such a nice visit in the summer with your mother at our house. She emailed me next day saying how much she enjoyed the visit with all the old Ripley Royal bank employees. We had such a great afternoon.
Message from Dale and Helen Orr 2024-01-24 09:01:17
Jeff, Michele and families, thinking of you at this sad time.
Message from The McLean Family, Mary Lynn, Debbie and Dennis Wlyds, Brenda and Betty Jean.2024-01-23 22:00:38
Our deepest sympathy to all on the passing of Marjorie. She will be greatly missed by all .
Message from Hope & Dale MacCrostie2024-01-23 19:37:57
We are sorry to hear of Marjorie’s passing. We enjoyed our swim times with her . She enjoyed her travels and was always good for a chat. May she rest in peace with Jim.
Message from Loretta Smith2024-01-23 17:18:34
Marjorie was a lovely lady who always had a smile on her face. I enjoyed seeing her at the pool.
Message from Rob and Ann Miller2024-01-23 16:46:48
Our sincere condolences to Marj's family. Ann had the opportunity to work for a short while (when a student) at the Bank of Montreal, and we crossed paths from time to time when Marj and Jim lived on the farm, next door to sister-in-law, Evylene, who looked after our boys. She will be missed.
Message from Al and Fran Edwards2024-01-23 16:11:37
I am so very sorry to read this sad news. Marj and I worked together at the Ripley Royal Bank. I had a lot of fun working with her and chatting. She always had a story! My thoughts are with you all.
Message from Cairne & John Harper2024-01-23 15:47:04
Dear Michelle, Jeff and all Marj's family and loved ones, John and I are so sorry to hear of Marj's passing. I so enjoyed spending time with her. We met while swimming at the Davidson Centre and were doing laps on the milers team. I never did catch up to her on the score board. She and Jim just lived up the street from us and we had so many good times together. Please accept our sincere condolences. Marj will be missed by so many.
Message from Donna and Perry Elliott 2024-01-23 12:41:49
Very sorry to hear of Marj’s passing. Thinking of her entire family at this sad time!
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