Obituary of Marlene Ann White
In Memory of
Marlene White (Thurston)
It is with deep sadness that our family announces the passing away of Marlene Anne White (Thurston), in their home in Bobcaygeon on Monday August 26th, 2024 at the age of 92. She will be greatly missed by her husband, Harry (Bud) White, of 68 years of marriage; her daughters, Lynn Nicholls (Jeff), Nancy White (Glenn-predeceased), Judy White (Andy). Her grandchildren Kari Nesbitt (Adam), Stacy Strong (Leon), Ryan McIlmoyle (Crystal), Emily, Garett (Areege), and her great grandchildren Caden, Tayla, Lexon, Meegan, (Brianne, Lauren). Predeceased by her parents Mel and Gertrude Thurston (Braine), and her two step brothers Don (Pearl) and Vernon Thurston.
Marlene was born and grew up in Bobcaygeon. She was always very active, and especially enjoyed water skiing, golf, yoga, swimming, curling and bridge.
Her father ran the Bobcaygeon Independent newspaper for many years, which was across the street from the Kawartha Dairy. This may be where Marlene developed her love for ice cream.
Marlene met Bud in Toronto on a blind date and were married, spending a wonderful life together raising a family, travelling the world and enjoying socializing with friends and family.
Marlene and Bud spent their initial years together in Scarborough before moving to Markham and then to their summer home in Bobcaygeon. Throughout their life they always enjoyed spending time at the lake.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday October 27th , 1:00 -4:00 pm at the Shore Spa Community Club, 40 Marina Drive, Port 32, Bobcaygeon.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society, or the Kawartha Land Trust by contacting the funeral home at www.hendrenfuneralhome.com or by calling 705-738-3222.
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