MORRISON: Marilyn
October 17, 1960 – November 8, 2016
It is with deep sadness and disbelief that the family of Marilyn Morrison (nee Wickenhauser) announces her passing on November 8, 2016 at the age of 56. Marilyn is lovingly remembered by her 3 children: Aaron of Saskatoon, Amanda (Robert Purcka) and their children Hayden and Greysen of Yellowknife, Briana of Yellowknife; her boyfriend  Greg Smith; siblings Melanie (Jim) Ramsay, Lana (Doug) Ramsay, Luke (Kate) Wickenhauser, and Nadine (Tim) Keller; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Marilyn was born in Leroy, SK on October 17, 1960 to Herb and Irene Wickenhauser. She attended school in Watson, SK and St. Ursula Academy in Bruno, SK, where she graduated in 1979. She received her Bachelor of Music (Vocal Performance) and Bachelor of Education degrees from the University of Saskatchewan. Marilyn married Ken Morrison in 1982, and after several moves, they settled in Yellowknife, NWT. Marilyn taught music and other subjects at many of the schools in Yellowknife, with the last 15 years at Range Lake North School. Marilyn had a deep love of music which she shared through the many extra-curricular activities she did for the school; such as choir and band performances, her involvement in St. Patrick's Parish as choir director and singer, as well as her participation in many drama and music productions in Yellowknife. Marilyn had a vibrant personality, infectious laugh and a creative spirit. In recent years, one of the joys of Marilyn's life was her grandchildren. Her family and friends were always very important to her. Those that knew her will always remember her deep, steadfast faith, humorous and spontaneous character, and generous and loving heart. Marilyn was predeceased by her father and mother. As Marilyn had family and friends across Canada, services will be held in both Humboldt and Yellowknife. A Prayer Service was held on Sunday November 13, 2016 at St. Augustine Church, Humboldt SK at 7:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass was offered at 11:00 a.m., Monday November 14, 2016, at St. Augustine Church, Humboldt SK and interment followed at Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Cemetery, Watson SK. Another Memorial Mass will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday November 18, at St. Patrick Church in Yellowknife, NT. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers on behalf of Marilyn to World Vision and/or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences to the family can be sent to [email protected]. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Schuler-Lefebvre Funeral Chapel, Humboldt, SK.
