Marlene (Duncan) McHarg, was born in 1942 on the Maryborough Township home farm but spent most of her life in Clifford, Ontario. Marlene passed away surrounded by her family into the arms of the Lord, at her home in Listowel on Monday, December 6, 2021, in her 80th year. Loving wife of Hartley McHarg for 56 years. Cherished Mother of Melanie McHarg & Steve Pizzey of Guelph, Trevor & Wanda McHarg of Mount Forest, and Troy McHarg of Guelph. Beloved Grandmother of Matthew Pizzey of Guelph, Becky Pizzey & David Lawson of Kitchener, Kyleena & Mike Bujold of Sudbury, Michael McHarg of Ottawa, Madison Gillis & Sam Kierinkiewicz of Mount Forest, and Liam Gillis of Mount Forest. Sister of Doreen Seguin of Martintown, Doris & David Illman of Kitchener, Joyce & Bob Hansen of Wartburg, and Brian Duncan of Milverton, and sister-in-law of Ken O’Grady of Listowel, Lois Duncan of Listowel, Peter Geertsma of Brunner, and Neil McHarg of Red Deer, AB. She was a beloved aunt to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sisters Velma Carruthers, Leone Duncan, Alma O’Grady, and Marj Geertsma, and brothers Glen Duncan, Ross Duncan, and Colin Duncan. Marlene was an exceptional wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Marlene loved spending time in the kitchen, creating delicious meals and being the glue that held her family together. She was always there to listen, guide and embrace with the best hug. She was there to offer help with her Church, community and family. Marlene was a loving soul whose passion was caring for others. Visitation was held at the Eaton Funeral Home, Listowel on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00pm. The funeral service will be held at Knox United Church, Clifford on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 11:00am. Interment in Fairview Cemetery, Listowel. Everyone attending either the visitation or the funeral service must show proof of full vaccination. Memorial donations to Knox United Church, Clifford may be made if you choose. Online condolences may be left at www.eatonfuneralhome.ca
