Obituary of Marie Wardrope

Wardrope, Marie C. (nee Jarvis) Born 18 April 1928 in Fort William, died 4 July 2016 at the Guelph General Hospital. Beloved wife, best friend and long time fun companion of the late William H. G. Wardrope. Survived by her brother A.C. Gordon Jarvis (Su) and nephews Gregory Jarvis (Jennifer), David Jarvis (Alison) and Ian Jarvis (Sabine). Marie started her career as a medical secretary at Queen’s University, Kingston and then went on to similar work at University of Western Ontario, London, then to the National Research Council in Ottawa and then, after marriage, at the University of Guelph where, for a number of years, she was secretary to the Dean of Arts. At Marie’s request there will be no visitation nor Memorial Service. Cremation and a family graveside service with inurnment at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Guelph has already taken place. Friends, neighbours and old time colleagues are asked to say a silent prayer of goodbye, farewell and Godspeed for Marie. Arrangements entrusted to GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph (519-824-0031). Memorial contributions to St. George’s Anglican Church, St. Joseph’s Heath Centre or The Foundation of Guelph General Hospital would be appreciated. We invite you to leave your condolences and donations online at www.gilchristchapel.com Service Information Burial Location Private family inurnment at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery Requested Charity St. George's Anglican Church, St. Joseph's Health Centre or The Foundation of Guelph General Hospita