It is with heavy hearts and great sadness, that we announce the passing of Marian “Cookie” Odorico. Marian died peacefully at Georgetown Hospital, after a brave battle with cancer. Marian was born on September 21st, 1941, in Haliburton ON, to Ralph and Madeline (Lazier) Daniel. Marian was raised in the Halibuton area until moving to the Etobicoke (New Toronto) area. This is where she met her future husband, Rino Odorico. Once married, Rino and Marian moved to Erin where they started their family business “Rico’s Fruit Market”. Rico’s was a successful seasonal fruit market that remained open for over 40 years and was run by Rino, Marian, and their daughters Debbie and Sandy. Marian greatly enjoyed chatting with the customers and working in the greenhouse, where the family grew many of the flowers and plants they sold in the store. Marian also loved tending to her own garden and contributing to community groups such as the Garden Club. When Marian was not busy with her hobbies, she loved seeing her granddaughters Darcey, Sarah and Juliana. Survived by: Daughters, Debbie Odorico, Sandy Odorico, Sons in Law, Randy Stewart, Justin Hand, Grand daughters, Darcey, Sarah and Juliana. Predeceased by: Parents, Ralph and Madeline (Lazier) Daniel, Sisters: Dorothy, and Bea, Brother: Arthur “Ted”, and husband Rino (62 years). Marian will be greatly missed by her brother Walter, sister Lynn, and the many nieces and nephews she has watched grow with love. A private service will be held to celebrate Marian’s beautiful life. Please consider donations to the Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.
