Marylynn McDonagh

Suddenly and unexpectedly while recovering from a fractured pelvis; it is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Lynn.

Born in Medicine Hat, Alberta she came to the West Coast as a teenager and vowed never to leave. She was truly a “gentle” woman and classy lady whose beautiful smile would light up a room. Lynn loved nothing more than being with family and friends either at dinner parties, just plain get-togethers or for one on one talks.  She particularly enjoyed her extended telephone conversations with long time girl friends. From her social worker background she had a natural giving and forgiving nature that was evident to everyone that met her.

Some of her fondest memories were travelling around the world with husband Bill.  She loved to travel, enjoyed puttering in Kev’s garden, was an avid reader and looked forward whenever possible to fishing with brother Lewis.  Over the years Lynn and Bill resided in different areas of BC: Richmond, Sorrento, Parksville, and Delta but probably the happiest years were spent living in the West End of Vancouver and walking the shores of her much loved English Bay.      

Lynn was predeceased by daughter Jennifer Lynn.  Lynn is survived by her loving family, husband Bill and children and step-children: Kevin (Caryn), Steven (Diane), Cheri (Al), Darlene (Kevin), William (Lynda), Juliana (Phil) and 9 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren and brothers:  Lewis (Joanne) and Barry (Lorna) plus many aunts, uncles and nieces/nephews. Lynn will always be loved and remain in our hearts forever. 

A celebration of her life will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday October 26, 2013 at the Burnaby Lake Rowing Club 6871 Roberts St. in Burnaby.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Lynn’s name to Covenant House in Vancouver. 

You are invited to leave a personal message of condolence for the family.