In Loving Memory
Marlene Rose Grieve
October 19, 1975 – February 23, 2024
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Interment
1:00 PM Pacific Time, Friday, March 1, 2024
Courtenay Civic Cemetery
4768 Old Island Hwy, Courtenay, BC
Memorial
2:30 PM Pacific Time, Friday, March 1, 2024
Comox Valley Funeral Home
1101, Ryan Rd, Courtenay, BC
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Marlene Rose Grieve Obituary
Marlene Rose Grieve was born on October 19, 1975 in Mission, BC and lived most of her life in Abbotsford, BC. She attended Prince Charles Elementary and graduated from Yale Secondary School. Shortly after graduating, Marlene enrolled in a business/office management course at a local college. Her first job offer after completing this course was from Vantage Foods, a new company that opened in Chilliwack. She began as a receptionist, which soon turned into an office manager position, which finally became Human Resources manager. Her last few years with the company were with the Corporate office in Calgary and she spent most of her time travelling to other Vantage Foods facilities in Winnipeg, Toronto and Pennsylvania, USA to help them launch new Human Resource programs. After 25 years of working for Vantage Foods – the company sold. Marlene began working for a company called UKG, where she helped their customers set up their Human Resource programs.
Shortly after Marlene’s cancer diagnosis, she reluctantly left her employment and moved to Courtenay to live with and be cared for by Ken & Louise, her beloved parents.
Marlene’s faith gave her direction and purpose to her life and she passed away peacefully on Friday, February 23, 2024.
She will be lovingly remembered by her parents, Ken & Louise Grieve of Courtenay BC, her 2 brothers Robert (Lisa) Grieve of Courtenay, BC and Ryan (Megan) Grieve of Armstrong, BC, her niece Kiara and 2 nephews Jaris & Chase of Courtenay, BC as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends.
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We first met Marlene on a lovely cruise with her dear parents. Now we send our deep sympathy and love to them and other family members.
Our love and sympathy, Aubrey and Mary Anderson
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Just returned home last night and watched the virtual service. There are no words to express how we feel, but want you to know we are sharing in your feelings of sorrow. Marlene left a deep impact on many by her calm and determined desire to live life until the end. Thoughts and love going out to you, Ken and Louise and your sons and their families.
Sincere care,
Richard & Maryellen
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Sincere Condolances to all the family with love
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My deepest condolences to the Grieve family and to all who loved Marlene.
Marlene touched many lives. I know this loss will be felt deeply.
May you rest in eternal peace Marlene.
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Dear Ken and Louise and Family – Our hearts are with you in deepest sympathy. Loraine, Heather and Ray
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Dear Ken and Louise – sending you our love and thoughts of deepest sympathy
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Our Love and Prayers Are With You All At This Sad Time Of Marlene’s Passing. Many Good Memories Of The Times With The Grieves In Abbotsford. Marlene Will Be Sadly Missed.! Love Gerald and June.!
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My condolences to the Grieve family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. ❤️
I worked with Marlene for many years, at Vantage Foods in Chilliwack B.C. she was a wonderful lady very kind and caring. Always there to help a hand, or listen to whatever it was you wanted to talk about. She was very dedicated to her job, co-workers and the company.
She loved her family very much, always had a big smile and alot of joy when speaking of them. Showing pictures of her mom, dad brothers, sisters and her neices and nephews just pure joy and that infectious smile.
Gone way too soon, forever remembered and greatly missed.
R.I.P Marlene ❤️
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Ken, Louise & family. Our thoughts and hearts go out to you all during this most difficult time. A beautiful service, and glad to be reminded of what was most important to Marlene. Thankful for Gods comfort and wanting to send our deepest sympathy and love to you all.
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Dear Ken, Louise, & Family – May you continue to know Heaven’s strength & comfort as you have in past days. With sympathy in your losses.
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Marn was like a sister growing up. Lost touch over the years but never forgotten. Thank you for always being a kind soul , you are missed.. My heart goes out to the Grieve’s , you will always be my second family.
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I will greatly miss Marlene. Marlene was caring, kind, and always had a friendly smile for all around her. She always kept our group organized and on top of things. There is nobody who was more committed to Vantage – a true servant leader putting others ahead of herself. We went through some trying times, especially through the fire and building the new plant. Mar was always leading the way, making things happen and making sure the business was successful. Rest in Peace, Marlene. God bless you.
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I will greatly miss Marlene. Marlene was caring, kind, and always had a friendly smile for all around her. She always kept our group organized and on top of things. There is nobody who was more committed to Vantage – a true servant leader putting others ahead of herself. We went through some trying times, especially through the fire and building the new plant. Mar was always leading the way, making things happen and making sure the business was successful. Rest in Peace, Marlene. God bless you.
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My thoughts have been with the Grieve family through this journey of Marlene’s passing. Marlene was very brave & faced each task with courage. A great comfort for everyone as Marlene loved her Bible, the fellowship & the ministry that was planned in Heaven. With care to each Louise Carlson
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Thinking of you in all in this time of sorrow but can be thankful that she had better things to go on to and we have to trust in God’s timing and thankful for his comfort.
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Ken, Louise and family. Our hearts go out to you all and we are sending our deepest sympathy and love.
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Dear Ken Louise and family,
Thank you for the privilege of watching this wonderful service from afar.
Our loving condolences and prayers.
With love,
Rob and Elva Stapleton
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Thinking of the Grieve family. Thoughts with you all today
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I enjoyed working with Marlene in Vantage Foods, we spend time together implementing different projects in Chilliwack, Winnipeg and Belleville. She was dedicated and always upheld the team to a high standard. Marlene, you are missed and you will be remembered in our thoughts and hearts.
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Our condolences to the grieve family.
2008 when we came to canada from the philippines working as meat cutter in vantage foods 2nd day after we arrive we met the really generous, very professional, very accomodating woman . Marlene grieve a name , a person will forever be remembered from when we arrive to this country she toke care of us from finding a place to stay to carpool even when we got sent to belville ontario to help the start up of vantage belville facility she always make sure that you got all you need , for me it feels like more of a family a sister more that a HR . Thanks Marlene We really appreciate you.
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Dear Ken, Louise & family… Viewing Marlene’s photos brought back sooo many wonderful memories of when I first met your dear family…at Abbotsford, 1969. “Much water has gone under the bridge” since those years. My heart was saddened when I read of Marlene’s passing. So young!! I love a newly-opened ROSE BUD. The thot that appealed to me was: Our precious Heavenly Father has chosen to pick ‘a-newly-opened-rose-bud’, when He chose Marlene, to add beauty to ‘His bouquet’ in eternity. I was thankful for what I heard re God’s ‘patience’ being exercised in Marlene’s life. She’s “Hung her shield ‘of faith’ in victory” and we are thankful!! May your heart’s be comforted as you think on God’s faithfulness in Marlen’s life, dear family. An old-time friend from Abbotsford days, now in Penticton, BC Betty H.
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We have good memories of Marlene and her brothers, parents,
and grandparents. She was a faithful caring friend and will be
missed. God has taken her home.
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Thinking of you Ken and Louise with deepest sympathy and love and care. As you journeyed with Marlene on a difficult part of the road, she would be so thankful for your care. And we are all thankful that she had a friend who could go through the last experience and be with her forever!
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So many good memories growing up with the Grieve family! Between her brothers and I, we sure teased her! She was patient with us…most of the time! 😉
Praying for your family during this time, for God’s comfort to cover each of you and for you to feel His peace surrounding you.
God is near to the brokenhearted, so we pray you draw nearer to Him as He draws nearer to you.
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Ken and Louise and family………our thoughts and prayers are with all you as you mourn this great loss. We know how your hearts ache as you will miss her so much but thankful that you have a Comforting Father to carry you through this Dark Valley. We joined the memorial service on line today………Wonderful Tribute!! Love from Marv and Marg.
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I’m sending my deepest love and sympathy to each of you…so glad that Marlene is safe within Gods presence.
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Ken, Louise and family –
Our thoughts and care go your way. Sending our deepest condolences.
Garry and Sherry Olson
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Dear Ken, Louise and family, hugs to all.
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Dear Louise, Ken and family. My condolences go out to you all today. I have good memories of travelling with Marlene and you all. Your loved one will be dearly missed! However, she still walks beside you, every day, unseen, unheard, but always near and ever loved, as memories last forever. May God draw very close and comfort you during this difficult time.
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Our condolences to you, Ken & Louise and family. Our thoughts have been with you and Marlene on this journey. It is nice to think of her at rest now; although she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
With Love & Care
Victor & Sandra; Sharon
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Dear Family of Marlene, it’s hard to imagine the grief of losing a child at any stage of their life, but i do understand the grief of losing a sibling, so today I know you all will have such special comfort that only comes from God.
Appreciate we can join you this way.
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Marlene was there for me when I had struggles at work. She never betrayed my trust no matter what information I shared with her.
I always thought she was smart, hard working and I considered her a friend. She was happy for me when I met my wife after being there for me during a bad breakup years before. She also was really happy for me when I found a new career and moved on.
She will be missed.
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I work with Marlene for many years in Chilliwack, BC in the early years of our Meat plant at Vantage Foods. She was our HR manager and a passionate and dedicated team member. She was eager to share her knowledge with others and she helped guided both the Canadian and our US facilities for several years in the areas of program for managing/tracking Employees, time, etc. Her footprints were strong and bold–very resourceful person and pleasant person to work with.
Those of us that knew her will miss her while our prayers and thoughts to the family.
May her soul rest in peace.
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Our thoughts are with you Ken and Louise and Robert and Ryan and families today as we say good-bye to Marlene. She was a beautiful faithful soul. Our hearts are with you today.
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I had the privilege of having marn in my life from childhood and into my adulthood …. I am truly going to miss her very very much. She was was such a kindhearted person, beautiful lady and always had that welcoming& beautiful smile on her face…And a great giggle!! . I am truly going to miss her very very much. She and her family were always there for us growing up and I will never forget the days when Marlene used to pick me up and take me to Sunday meetings with her… when I was living on my own at the time. I spent many times memorable times at the grieves house in Abbotsford…Many amazing days and nights at her childhood home and hanging out with her beautiful family…. To Louise, Ken, rob, Ryan& his wife, Lisa, Kira, jaris, & chase… I am truly sorry for your loss. She was such an incredible and beautiful, sweet, kind, welcoming woman and a lot of people are going to miss her tremendously..❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Love from Sonya, andrew , jack and lily
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Dear family. Sending our condolences in the loss of your dear daughter, Marlene. She will be missed so much. Glad you have the comfort of friends & family.
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Dear Louise and Ken and Robert and Ryan and families …
My prayers and heart is with you all today .. you were blessed to have a loving and caring daughter and sister … God will be your comfort … we are encouraged by her love for our Heavenly Father . Love , Gail
I will be with you at her memorial service
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Our hearts are grieving for you all but so comforted for her faith and perseverance in this cancer struggle. There is comfort in her finally at rest and at peace.
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Thinking of you All Sooo much and especially today– Death is Sooo final but Precious Memories never die!!
With Love and Care
Marvin &Bonnie Broughton
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So sorry for your loss Ken, Louise and family thankful for some memories we had of Marlene when we lived in Abbotsford. She was a kind soul ❣️
Carson & Michelle Dick
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Thank you so much for making all this possible to see from afar. You have been in our thoughts as the days have gone by. May our God of all comfort comfort you today and in the days to come.
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I am so sorry for your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with her family.I worked at Vantage Foods with her,she was a wonderful lady ,you could talk to her about anything ,she was kind and caring and loved her family very much her heart was filled with joy when she talked about her nieces and nephews.She will be greatly missed….gone to soon.
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Ken and Louise- you will be so thankful for your privilege of caring for dear Marlene these months. Sending love and care.
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To Marlene’s family, friends and colleagues, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I had the distinct pleasure of working with Marlene on just one project, but during that time, she made an impression on me. Marlene’s dedication, professionalism and commitment to our project team was exceptional. If Marlene said she was going to do something, she delivered. Marlene graciously shared her knowledge and expertise. Through her work, Marlene touched the lives of many people, making them better at what they do, what a great professional legacy! I feel privileged to have been one of the fortunate ones to have been the recipient of Marlene’s grace and generosity.
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Sending my sincerest condolences to Marlene’s family. I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Marlene at UKG and spending time with her at our 2022 Calgary event. She will be missed tremendously by all.
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My condolences to the Grieve family.
I first met Marlene during a job interview for Vantage Foods to which i worked with her for just over 8 years; Two months after Marlene hired me My twin sister came in for a job interview with Marlene as well. My sister continued to work with Marlene for over 13 years up until Marlene moved on from the Chilliwack Vantage Foods facility .
I remember Marlene as a kind, caring, approachable, hard working individual who put the needs of others always before her own .
Gone too soon – but forever be remembered.
Rest in peace Marlene.
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I am so happy that I was able to spend some time with Marlene a few months ago. Being that we were both remote workers, we didn’t have the opportunity to be face to face very often. We talked about UKG and her eyes sparkled with excitement as she shared her UKG journey with me, highlighting the meaningful connections she had made and the fulfillment she found in her work.
Marlene and I worked on some projects together, one thing for sure about Marlene, if she told you she was going to do something you could always count on her to get it done. She cared about our customers and her teammates with all her heart.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful daughter with me and us at UKG. It was always so apparent how much her family meant to her. Marlene told me stories about her Grandmas, her Mom and Dad, her brothers, sister in laws and niece and nephews. She love you all so very much. She will always be in my heart and will be missed dearly.
Love and hugs to all of you.
Susan
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My heart is filled with sorrow for the entire Grieve family and friends. After working with Mar for 11 years at Vantage Foods, we would run into her all the time at Costco. We had not seen her in awhile and then I heard about her diagnosis. I was heartbroken. I was blessed to have been present to help her celebrate her birthday in October. Every time I see a golf cart, I will think of her (Vantage golf tournaments)
Rest in Peace Mar
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Dear Family, Our thoughts of deep sympathy and care are with you all. Thankful for a God of deep love and grace that will carry you forward…
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Dear family,
We are so sorry for your great loss. Marlene was a sweet, steady, faithful girl that will surely be missed.
Sending you our love and sympathy,
Love Bevan & Lenore
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To Louise,Ken & family,
Our deepest sympathy in the
great loss of your daughter.
Hugs
Don & Jen.💕
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Dear Ken & Louise, we sorrow for you greatly losing your beloved Marlene.
We long that you will be comforted with the thought that others care.
Our sympathies and love to you all.
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Dear Ken, Louise and family,
Our hearts go out to you in such a great loss. Marlene was a dear soul and a special gift! We can be thankful for a Loving Father that will give great comfort. With Love and Deepest Sympathy, Bob and Em
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Marlene was such a sweet beautiful soul .very helpful always there for you.when o joined vantage foods in Chilliwack she was in HR and she helped me big time to moved me Winnipeg branch.i have no words after hearing this news.its so sadden happen. My condolences and deepest sympathy with her family. Marlene you will be always in my thoughts prayers and heart.
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I had the pleasure of working with Marlene as a customer when she was at Vantage Foods and then again as a team member when she joined UKG; she exceled at whatever she did. My deepest condolences to all Marlene’s family and family, she will be missed.
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I am sorry to hear about your loss, condolences to all. RIP Marlene❤️
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Ken and Louise, Rob, Ryan and Families: I’m so sorry to hear of Marlene’s passing. She will be greatly missed.
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Ken, Louise and family,
I remember Marlene as a little girl when we’d get back home to visit our family in Coquitlam and see you all at Spc Mtgs or Convention. Now the memories are flashing back again as I await listening through the magic of technology to Marlene’s and Elaine’s funerals back-to-back. There’s tears for you and for us but, thankfully, there’s amazing comfort too. Some day the sweet memories will be greater than the pain of loss. We’ll hope and pray for you that’ll be sooner than later. Keep a song in your hearts and don’t let the music stop. We’ve all loved that music and harmony through these many years. Love from us in Texas. Ron & Pat Cormick
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I will always remember about the time I spent with Marlene and her parents and her family member at Duncan. Marlene was always kind and friendly. I’ll miss her a lot.
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We have many great memories of being at the Grieve house, sharing food, laughs and stories. I can just hear Marlene now adding in any missing details to make sure we got the full picture. Her mind for details was amazing! Our hearts are sad and heavy as we think of your sorrow with this unimaginable loss. Sending much love.
The Parisotto Family
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Marlene was a quiet and reliable soul with a steadfast faith. We pray that will be an anchor of comfort and hope to all who knew and loved her. Marlene was a big part of our extended “family” for many years and we’ll miss her dearly.
💛 Bonnie & Willis Turner
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To all the Grieve family I am sending prayers for you all .I was saddened with the news of Marlene passing gone to soon. I worked with Marlene at Vantage Foods. 15 years we worked together. Fly with the angels Marlene. You will be missed
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Marlene in my personal opinion was a wonderful,strong, determined , and independent women. She will be missed dearly by all she came in contact with. My condolences to all her friends and family.
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Marlene was a special friend to so many. Her quiet ways and gentle spirit made her one of a kind. We remember her with fondness and love.
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Our love and sympathy to you all
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Words can’t express how I feel. But I know the family will feel the love and comfort through their faith Marlene will be greatly missed.
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To the Grieve family, we are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all with love and care.
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Ken and Louise
Sorry to hear of the passing of your precious daughter , but as we all know our Father was calling one of His children to be closer to to Him
Any way you are in our thoughts and prayers
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I was very saddened to learn of Marlene’s passing and wish to send condolences to the entire Grieve’s family.
Marlene and I first met when she worked for Vantage Foods and was a customer of UKG. We were looking for a customer to help with a presentation during our 2019 Connections conference and Marlene agreed to be one of the guest panelists on the topic of “Navigating the Gray Areas of Canadian Taxable Benefits: A Customer Panel” during that conference. I remember her telling me how nervous she was to speak in front of so many people and we reassured her that she would be great, and she was. 2 years later, when Marlene accepted the job with UKG, she reached out to let me know that we would now be co-workers and how excited she was to be joining our organization. Marlene was smart, collaborative and a great colleague who will be deeply missed by her team members here at UKG. Wishing the family the courage to face the days ahead and cherish those loving memories of Marlene.
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We are sending our love and prayers to the Grieve Family. So many memories with Marlene over the years. I will always remember her incredible skill of remembering stories and sharing memories. She will be missed greatly!
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A beautiful soul, gone too soon.
Marlene was that “ Sunday neighbour” who we enjoyed getting to know! She will be missed!
Love and hugs to all of the family. You’re in our thoughts!
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RIP Marlene as you fly with the Angels
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Thinking of you all! She will be dearly missed. I enjoyed our time together each time she was in Wpg for work and we would share stories about our nieces & nephews. My deepest sympathy to all of Marlene’s family. ♡
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I had the privilege of working with Marlene and meeting her when she was a customer of a while ago. She was quite energetic, driven, organized and decisive. She did a lot and supported a lot. She ensured all was prepared for me and her colleagues for our meetings. She looked after us so well. She was a very intelligent and collaborative person. Always rose to the occasion. When she joined our company, it was a very pleasant surprise to see her name again and we connected. My sincere condolences. Marlene is sorely missed and was taken from us much too soon. May she rest in peace. She will be in my thoughts and I appreciate having met her on a few occasions and having worked with her.
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My condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.
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I first met Marlene when she was working at Vantage Foods during one of my first implementations of UltiPRO. We quickly bonded over the cold winter weather in Winnipeg as the main office was located there. A few years later, I was advised Marlene had applied for a consultant role at UKG and asked for a reference. Of course I gave her a glowing reference citing examples of her professional demeanour, quick learning,, and insightful, empathetic management of the project team during our project implementation. Marlene was extremely bright, and very kind to all. She will be sadly missed.
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My heart is sending you all love and compassion for this very sad loss..
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We will fondly remember Marlene as a cheerful person and a wonderful photographer. She will be missed my many.
With Love,
Deborah and David Lazear
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Ken & Louise & Family
My heart and thoughts have been with you all in your difficult journey in recent months and now your great loss. Grateful you will feel the presence of the God of all comfort… and even a peace that passes understanding. With Care 🌹Coleen
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Brent and I are so sad to hear of your great loss of Marlene. Our caring sympathy to you Ken and Louise and to Robert and Ryan and families. We are thinking of you all.
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As a young lad I remember looking forward to seeing my cousin Marlene at Duncan convention. Many fond memories of our friendship there. I also remember exploring the beach in Comox with her and her brothers…No matter how long it had been since we saw each other it was like we just picked up where we left off. I know she will be missed and always be loved! My love and care to her family.
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Sorry for your loss.
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We are so very sorry for your loss. We were thankful to get to know Marlene a little better over these last few months…she will be dearly missed.
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Heartfelt condolences and prayers of comfort and peace.
The Odie family