Obituary of Marjorie Josephine Diggle

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marjorie Josephine Diggle (nee Turner), a great lady who touched the lives of all who knew her. Born on February 4, 1921, Marjorie was the daughter of the late Reginald and Mildred (Sewell) Turner. Predeceased by her husband, Arthur and son, Ian. Marjorie is survived by her sister, Joan Brookes; sons, David (Debbie) and Philip (Nina); as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Prior to her retirement, Marjorie was employed as a nurse. She was always very passionate about her nursing and truly loved and enjoyed her career. Marjorie also enjoyed spending her time volunteering and was very active doing so throughout her community. She also loved and was skilled at knitting, rug-hooking and furniture restoration. Marjorie's family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the entire staff of Shannex Parkland in the Valley for the excellent care that Marjorie always received. Resting at Brenan's Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John (634-7424) with visiting on Sunday, April 20, 2014 from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. The funeral service will be held from Saint David's United Church, 7 Gondola Point Road, Rothesay, on Monday, April 21, 2014, at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place in St. Luke's Cemetery - Gondola Point, at a later date. For those who wish, remembrances made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Salvation Army or Romero House would be appreciated by the family.