Frances Evelyn Mardlin

Peacefully at London Health Sciences Centre, University Campus on Thursday, June 2, 2005, Frances Evelyn (Cochrane) Mardlin of London and formerly of London Twp. in her 90th year. Beloved wife of the late John Wesley Mardlin (1989) for 50 years. Cherished mother of Evelyn and Bill Crossan of British Columbia, Hazel and Wayne Matthews of London, Marlene and John Barnes of Florida, Jack and Wilda Mardlin of London. Loving and proud grandmother of Brad and Donna, Bart and Linnea; Kelly, Christopher and Robin, Kevin; Sean; John and Martina. Great grandmother of Kelsey and Jared; Erica and Noah. Predeceased by her parents William and Isabelle Cochrane, her brother Mervin Cochrane and sisters Grace Oliver and Mary Pringle. Frances will be sadly missed by her dear friend Marianne Hoare. Early in her career she taught in rural schools in Middlesex County and later on, in special education for the London Board of Education. After retirement, she spent many years as a volunteer at Lucan Public School. She was also a lifetime member of Bryanston United Church. Frances was passionate about her faith, family, friends and all children. She always had time to spend with a child. She will be sadly missed and remembered by many friends for her strength and generosity, passionate convictions, sense of humour and abiding love. Friends may call to the C. Haskett and Son, 223 Main St., Lucan on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM where the funeral service will be held on Monday, June 6, 2005 at 11 AM with Mr. Peter Carberry officiating. Interment Medway Cemetery. Donations to the Arthritis Society or to World Vision Canada would be appreciated by the family.  

Frances Evelyn Mardlin