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John. My condolences to you, your children, and family. Marie and you have been valuable community members to WHCA. She will be missed.
Bryan & Donna Polak
I actually first remember Marie from when she worked at Market Mall Safeway. So I was a bit taken aback when she became part of the neighbourhood living with John just a block away from my house on Parkdale Blvd. Walking my dog past their home, Marie would always take the time to chat when she was out working in her yard. During her recent suffering, she was always still cheerful and positive. I have now moved out of that area so hadn't heard the sad news of her passing. I know John and the girls...and the dogs!... will have a big hole in their lives, my best to all of you.
Dear John, Grace and Gabrielle, and family,
With deep sadness I heard of Marie's death. My sincerest condolences. I hope the many messages and memories of love and admiration for your mother and wife will help to get you through the tough times. Marie radiated such joy and love for her family. She spoke of all of you with such love and gratitude to have you as her family.
One of my first memories of her was at the Banff Springs, during Majesty in the Mountains, dressed up as Marie Antoinette. That image, and the impression she made, has always made me smile. She was that kind of person - to be someone who even thinking of, made you smile. She remained that fun loving, funny, kind, positive, gracious, and generous person always - in your home for book club, at Mensa events, and personally over the years. I didn't know Marie for long enough but feel blessed that I did. I am truly deeply saddened by the loss of such a wonderful human being, friend, mother, and wife. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
To John, doughters and whole family , my heart broke in half when i herd that my doughter last her forever good friend , i am sending my deepest condolencess to everry one that new Marie . Hoppe my prayers helps you at this most difficult time , Angels got another beatiful son in haven, rest in peace dear Marie ,
My deepest condolences to you John and your daughters.
I met Marie Thru our community center. We took skating lessons together, then she started playing hockey. She did some big things for our community. One year I planted a giant sunflower garden. They are my favorite flower and signify: Feelings of adoration, admiration, and platonic love towards a person, such as a family member or friend
Loyalty and strong bonds between two people, as represented by the strong and upright stem
Seeking out positivity and strength, as the bloom turns to face the sun
Nourishing yourself and others, since the sunflower produces an abundance of edible seeds
Brightening your mood, through the vibrancy of the yellow or orange petals.
Sound familiar? I will always think of Marie when I think of sunflowers. Let’s all plant a sunflower in Marie’s name for the girls! XO
Dear grieving family, dear parents, I was very affected by the news, I can not find suitable words. It's hard to understand why Marie had to leave us so early. I wish Marie that she is free of pain and happy now, she was a really great person.
May God give her family and her parents a lot of strength and confidence in this difficult time.
In sympathy
Peter Druml - Feistritz / Gail
I didn't know Marie very well. I played on her team on occasion just prior to her being ill. I remember her welcoming me to the team. She was easy to talk with in the dressing room.
She radiated warmth and kindness.
Sending you all a hug. I am sorry for your loss.
Wendy
My deepest condolences to you, John and your beautiful girls. Marie will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers to you and your families.
To the Wildenborg family Our sincerest and most heartfelt condolences on your loss. Marie was precious and will be forever missed by all. May God grant her peace and bless her always. ❤️
I’m so sorry to learn this sad news. My heart goes out to Marie’s friends and family. Marie made so many beautiful contributions to this world and she was just so easy to be around. I’ll always remember our last dinner and movie together (Mama Mia). Love, Tonya
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May all the beautiful memories bring you comfort.
We have been so blessed to have Marie in our lives as she taught us everyday - how to be the most caring, to always embrace learning, and to appreciate each moment.
One of my favourite memories of Marie was walking along the river with her, in the mountains after a big snow fall. Marie soaked in every step, every sound, and every animal we came across. This was one of the countless times Marie taught me how to live a better life, and for which I will always be so grateful. I will forever love Marie and cherish our friendship.
This is just such a crushing loss! There are so many great things to say about Marie, but the one word everyone is using is KIND, and that she was! Just so good and so kind, and so worth knowing.
We are all better for knowing Marie, and can certainly learn from her example of great courage, grace, and of course kindness. Thank you Marie for being such an awesome human. You have left an emptiness in the hearts of many. Our loss is God's gain . . . and I venture to say you are likely giving him some pointers on how to play the fine game of hockey!
To Marie's family - your journey with Marie through this terrible illness and now the loss of this beautiful lady is simply undescribable. I hope you can find strength from all the love surrounding you as you grieve. Marie was so loved and I pray you find strength from all the souls that loved her and surround you through this very difficult time.
Dear John, Grace, Gabrielle and family,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jake and Jennifer King
Lots of great hockey memories, but I will always remember the nice evening we had at Marie's beautiful home when she had the Ice Maidens over for a team gathering. It was lots of fun and I'm so glad I was there to enjoy a wonderful evening with her and our teammates before she got sick. I will always remember how generous, thoughtful and welcoming she was to everyone that night, and always. Wish we had more of those nights and I am heartbroken for her husband and daughters that she is no longer with us. She was one of the good ones!!
Marie was such a kind individual. I was so lucky to grow up with such great family friends, like Johnny and Marie. I have quite a few fond, childhood memories of Marie including: Marie’s “famous” chocolate cake and playing hide and go seek while she was babysitting Tanner and I. Marie will be so dearly missed. May she now rest in peace.
I first met Marie when she wrote the Mensa entrance test which I proctored. Marie joined Mensa and contributed much to Mensa Calgary over the years. Marie eventually took on the proctor role for years and was the first welcoming face of Mensa Calgary for many members. Marie was the first person to volunteer to help with our conferences and relished any costume opportunities. She was the poster child for both our 2011 Majesty in the Mountains Annual Gathering, Manning the registration table dressed as Marie Antoinette. Marie, Gracie and Gabby starred in the opening sequences of a promotional flash mob film promoting the 2013 Sound of Mensa Regional Gathering. Marie hosted the Mensa Calgary Book Club in her lovely home for a number of years and book club members greatly enjoyed interacting with Marie, John, the girls and huskies. What a beautiful, welcoming and fun family the Wildenborg’s proved to be. On behalf of the members of Mensa Calgary and Mensa Calgary Book Club we will greatly miss Marie and send our sincerest condolences to John, Grace and Gabrielle.
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