Marion Lois Wilson (nee Vogan)
November 9, 1931 ~ Sunday, March 26, 2017
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marion Lois Wilson (nee Vogan) on Sunday, March 26, 2017 at Creston Valley Hospital.
Marion was born to Ella and Charles Vogan on November 9, 1931 in the township of Wellesley, Ontario and was the youngest daughter.
In 1949 Marion traveled west to find herself a cowboy. She convinced her parents to move out to the Creston Valley and they settled in Wynndel. She became a telephone operator and then married Earl Wilson in 1952 and lived at Sanca Park Resort and then in Boswell.
Marion was an avid sportswoman; she enjoyed fishing, bowling, badminton, ball, curling, and various other sports; she tried them all. Marion was also involved with the United Church Choir for some time. She loved her music and played piano and guitar.
Marion is survived by her daughters Penny McLeod (Jack) and Heather Wilson; son Wayne Wilson (Leanne); grandchildren Scott McLeod (Reina), Trevor McLeod (Angela), Keith McLeod (Lacey), Taylor Wilson and Courtney Wilson; six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
There was a memorial luncheon on Saturday April 1, 2017 at Rebekah Manor, 1628 Hillside Street, Creston, BC.
In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make a memorial contribution to Creston Valley Hospital “Equipment Fund”, Bag 3000, Creston, BC V0B 1G0. We thank everyone who makes a donation.