Obituaries

Marion Madeline Crowder (Rynard)

With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, and friend Marion Madeline Crowder (Rynard) at the age of 92.

She was the devoted wife of the late Maurice Crowder (May 11, 2017) with whom she shared a beautiful life filled with love, laughter and adventure. Missing her deeply are her children Judith (Ralph Corneil), Joan (Jim Fanning), Brian (Martha), Orville (Gerlinde), Perry (Pauline), Roger (Nancy) and Lyndon (Andrea) each of whom carry forward her spirit, her values, and her boundless love. She was a guiding light in their lives - listener, a supporter, a champion and a nurturer. Her children were her pride and joy, and she never missed the opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments, offer her wisdom, or simply be there with her comforting presence.

Known for her passionate nature and larger-than-life laugh, Marion approached every day with a zest for living. She loved wholeheartedly and gave generously. Whether she was on the golf course, at the bowling alley, or around playing cards, she brought laughter, competitive spirit, and a sense of fun that drew people to her. She lived life on her terms - fearless, full of grace, and a sense of adventure that never faded with age.

She taught us the value of dedication, the importance of kindness, and how to laugh without restraint. Life gets busy, but family came first for Marion, her daily phone calls, her shopping/coffee trips, her visits to and from her Great Great Grandchildren and playing cards with them, were the highlight of her spring. Her legacy lives on in the stories we share, the traditions we carry forward, and the special memories we all share.