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Marion Isabelle McArthur Shofner

February 16, 1924 - December 02, 2018

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Obituary For Marion Isabelle McArthur Shofner

Marion Isabelle Shofner passed away in Grande Prairie on Sunday, December 2, 2018, with three of her daughters at her bedside, at the age of 94 years.

She was the eldest child of Arthur and Margery McArthur. She was born in Spirit River on February 16, 1924, and raised on the family farm near White Mountain, AB with her parents and five siblings: Melba, Donnie, Jessie, Stanley and Jean.

Marion married John Shofner on June 18, 1943 at White Mountain United Church. They lived on the farm near Woking where they had four children: Evelyn, Janet, Gordon and Fay. In 1954, the family moved to Grande Prairie to operate Grandview Motel. In 1959, their fifth child, Phyllis was born. The family operated the motel until 1986.

Marion worked at the Herald Tribune from mid-sixties until 1979. She then worked in bush camps as a cook’s helper with her sister Jessie for a few winter seasons. She spent summers golfing and camping around the Peace Country. John and Marion took several trips including: The Panama Canal, Hawaii, Australia, Las Vegas and many other places. Her volunteering passion carried on from her upbringing and was recognized when she received her 50-year pin with the Royal Purple Ladies Club.

John and Marion proudly took on the added responsibility of being Godparents to the Hatch family.

Marion is survived by her children: Evelyn Bracko, Janet Shofner (Rene), Gordon (Carran) Shofner, Fay (Robert) Scriba, and Phyllis (Duane) Backer; 14 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren.

Marion enjoyed a long, healthy life surrounded by her large family. She will now rejoin those who predeceased her including her parents Arthur and Margery; husband John; son in-law Ken Bracko; brothers Donnie and Stanley; sister Jessie; brothers in-law Arnold Peacock, Melvin Jackson, Clayton Shofner and Sid Giroux; as well as sisters in-law Laura Giroux and Martha Shofner.

Marion enjoyed the final years of life at Wild Rose Manor and Mackenzie Place. The family would like to thank the caring angels that looked after Marion. Their hard work, dedication and love is incomparable.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 6, 2018, at 11:00am, at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 St.).

Memorial donations may be made to Elks of Canada (100, 2629 29 Ave., Regina, SK, S4S 2N9).

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  • June 24, 2021

    Nordmark Kim

    Out thoughts and prayers are with the family through these difficult days.

  • June 24, 2021

    Sather Irene and Chris

    I'm saddened to hear of your mom's passing. I so enjoyed her company when I worked at the lodge. I will always remember her working in her little garden (how she really enjoyed that and then she would sit back with her hat on in the sun and watch it grow) and making sure I treated the rose bush for the aphids that would infest it every year. Marion was one of the people that created some of my best memories of working at Wild Rose. I'm so sorry for your loss. Irene

  • June 24, 2021

    Annis Sharon and Richard

    Sending positive thoughts and prayers to your families. Marion was such a special lady ,I was wearing one of her bracelets when I received the news that she was no longer with us. I will treasure our times together in Royal Purple through the years,road trippin,having fun fundraising. at the Elks Hall. And then we became neighbors , What a treat!She had many talents,loved her positive attitude, zest for life ,and love of family,and especially her matrimonial cake. We had some lovely visits this fall sitting in the sun in the hallway near Mackenzie Place.I was just getting ready to mail her a new musical card, From Mesa,Arizona.We had a thing , we would send the card back and forth ,for many years.So sorry we wonâ??t be there to help celebrate her life. Take care all.Blessings and Hugs Love Sharon and Richard Annis.

  • June 24, 2021

    MacGregor Jack

    Our sincere condolences on Marionâ??s passing. She was a dear friend of our mother Norma MacGregor. We saw her lots at tWild Rose Manor while visiting mom. She was a very nice lady. Rest In Peace

  • June 24, 2021

    Pickard Brenda

    Iâ??m Very sorry to Hear About Your Moms Passing! Always On Yoir Heart and Your Guardian Angel! Love and Hugs at this Difficult Time!

  • June 24, 2021

    ANDRUCHIW Lori

    Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and grandmother. May your many memories sustain you during your loss. Thinking of you Janet, Shauna, Paula and Leah and families. Love from Lori and Lawrence Andruchiw

  • June 24, 2021

    Giroux Gail & Sid

    We were so sorry to hear of aunt Marionâ??s passing. She was a wonderful and kind person who always has that twinkle in her eye and a smile on her face. She will be dearly missed by all. ❤️ Sid and Gail Giroux

  • June 24, 2021

    Olley-Watt Lois

    My heartfelt sympathy is yours. May your family's pain ease in times to come. Affectionately, Lois Olley

  • June 24, 2021

    Paradis Pauline

    I was so sorry to hear of Marion's passing. She was such a welcoming face in the foyer when I went to volunteer with my dog Ava. It was such a joy to be able to say hi to her. Her last bus trip to the museum was such fun. Everybody joked and teased each other. I will really miss her

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