Marilyn Constance (Finch/Merke) Ferguson

Marilyn was born in Vancouver, BC, where she and her siblings had many adventures growing up. She met and married her childhood sweetheart, Jim Ferguson, also of Vancouver, BC. They would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this year. Their four children were born and raised in Vancouver, living in the same home for a few decades. The Ferguson home was always bustling with family and friends, full of love and laughter. Marilyn was an amazing cook and was devoted to her family. Their door was always open to those in need.

After the children were older, Marilyn ventured back into the workforce where she met and made friendships that would last a lifetime. Helen States and Marilyn, remained very good friends until Helen passed away in 2018. The two families were always close, and together, they made many cherished memories.

Marilyn and Jim moved to Princeton after he retired where they both lived since the early 1990's. Their son Jamie Ferguson passed away in 2005 and Jim passed away in 2007. This was a tremendous loss for Marilyn, and she found herself living on her own for the first time in her life. She was a strong woman and with the help of her family, she settled into her new life. Marilyn loved people and always took care of others. She was passionate about animals and was a big supporter of animal rights and welfare.

Marilyn passed away in Princeton on September 19th, 2024, with her daughter by her side.

She is predeceased by her husband, James Moore Ferguson; her son, Jamie Ferguson; her sister, Margaret Bader; and her parents, Connie and Ted Finch. Marilyn is survived by her son, Lance (Pam) Ferguson; her daughter, Charlene Ferguson; her son Scott (Sue) Ferguson; her brother, Raymond (Jackie) Finch; her grandchildren, Ross, Derek, Jesse, James, Jenna, and Cody, along with her great-grandchildren, Kason, Brooke, Lucy, Ivy, Norah, and Asher.

She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Always loved and never forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Penticton SPCA or the IFAW (International Fund for Animal Welfare) would be appreciated.