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JENKEN: Myrna Betty (Burk) of Lucan
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On January 23, 2026 @ 1:37 PM In Lucan,Obituary | 94 Comments

April 25, 1957 – January 23, 2026
After a courageous battle with cancer, Myrna passed away peacefully at Jessica’s House surrounded by family on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the age of 68. She will be sadly missed by her loving partner Ron Trickett. Loving mom of her daughters Julia (Mark) Loft and Jaela Jenken (Brian). Proud grandma of her grandsons who were the laughter in her days, Tyler, Nicholas, and Emmett. Dear sister of Stewart Burk (Rose) and Robert (Lisa) Burk and sister-in-law of Charlotte (Gary) Platten, Gary (Sandy) Trickett, John Trickett, Joy (Len) Addley. Sadly missed by Ron’s family; Candace Trickett, Karlie Trickett (Brandon), Adam Howdick (Jenn) and his grandsons Cayden and Hudson. Fondly remembered by Ray and Janet Jenken and many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Reginald and Betty Ruth Burk and her sister-in-law Renée Burk.
Myrna lived her life in service and love to others. For more than 20 years, she devoted herself as a skating coach at the Watford Skating Club, mentoring young skaters with encouragement, and care. Through her many years with Mary Kay, she helped women feel confident and valued, while proudly leading and supporting her team. Never one to stop learning or giving, she returned to school later in life and became a Registered Alternative Health Care Practitioner, spending many years in private practice helping others feel their best. Above all, she was a nurturer — someone who instinctively put others first and lived to help in any way she could. Her love for her family was deep, unwavering, and at the centre of everything she did.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Tuesday, January 27th from 6 – 8 PM, where Myrna’s funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 28th at 11 AM. Private family interment Botany Cemetery.
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Donations to Jessica’s House in Myrna’s memory would be appreciated by the family
Our common bond is the Order of the Eastern Star. Rest in peace dear friend. Condolences to all her family.
Our sincere condolences on Mom’s passing. She will be missed by many.
Jaela, Julia, Ron and families
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your Mom, she had the very best laugh and caring heart, sending my love to all of you at this very difficult time
Jamie & Ryan Harris
Jaela, Julia, Ron and families .. my sincere condolences to you all. I was very blessed to meet Myrna, as a new neighbour to Betty Ruth when she moved to Lucan. The love and kindness I saw in Myrna was so genuine and warm, I felt immediately in her heart. She smiled easily, and her hugs were the best. I know she’ll be missed. May your memories and your love help you through your time of loss.
Carla West
We are so sorry to hear this. Our condolences to the family. Myrna was such a beautiful soul. One of a kind. May she rest in peace ❤️🙏🏻
We met Myrna and Ron when they came to our place in Gowganda to rent a cabin. It was an instant love affair. Who could ever not get pulled in by that woman’s smile? It was so heartwarming and you knew without a doubt that it was sincere. She was the most beautiful soul and we will miss her terribly. Rest in peace our dear, sweet friend, we’ll love you forever.
Jaela, Julia, Ron and families
Our sincere sympathies to you all. Such a kind beautiful woman, inside and out. Everyone who knew her has great memories to reminisce with.
Our condolences to all. Myrna was an amazing person. Always willing to help out anyway she could. She will be greatly missed.
Julia and Jaeden and family. There is no good time to lose a parent and especially for someone as young as your Mom. My sympathies to you and all the family. Marilyn Douglas
We are so sorry for your loss. Losing a mom is one of life’s deepest pains. Myrna was a lovely lady and a fantastic aunt. Wishing you strength and sharing our deepest condolences.
Our hearts go out to all her family Myrna was a wonderful person. The best of the best always leave us way too soon 💗
Dear Julia & Jaela
So sorry to hear about your loss
May fond memories of your mom who always wore a smile , help you through the difficult and lonely moments . Sending love and hugs XX
Deepest sympathy to you all
Love
Cam , Tara George and Charlie
So sorry to hear this sad news.
We are so sorry to hear of Myrna’s passing.
She was such a gem with a smile and energy that made everyone feel welcome.
Love and condolences xo
Julia, Jaela & families,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time.
Jaela, Julia, Ron and family,
Thinking of you guys❤️ ❤️
Anne
Our sincerest condolences to Ron, Jaela, Julia and the your families. Myrna was such a loving, caring beautiful person inside and out. The memories we have with Myrna will forever be with us. Sending all our love ❤️❤️ R.I.P our dear friend xo
Sorry for your loss. Sending condolences at this difficult time.
Ron, Jaela and Julia and your families please accept our deepest condolences in your loss of your partner & loving Mother, Myrna. May she rest in the sweetest peace.
Julia and Jaela-
Thinking of you both at this time with the loss of your mom . Our condolences to you and your families.
Bev and Barb
Deepest condolences to all of Myrna’s Family and Friends. Myrna was a kind and gentle sole that we met through Treat Yourself Wellness Centre in Sarnia. A very profesional care giver that we got to know. Anyone that knew her will miss her. Thoughts and prayers to all. God Bless. R.I.P. Myrna.
Jaela, Julia, Ron and families
My deepest condolences to you on the passing of your Mom and partner, she was such a special lady when I met her years ago, so easy to talk to and so caring, thinking of you all ❤️
Dianne Dietrich
Jaela and family –
Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Steve, Amy and girls xo
Our and thoughts and Prayers go out to Myrna family God Bless Big Hugs
Jaela and Julia
I’m very sadden to hear this news. I understand the gaping hole that’s been left. I know it hurts to breath. Please know we’re thinking of you and holding you close.
So sorry to hear to hear about Myrna , all the other comments here are so true. We will miss such a lovely lady. May she rest in peace with Jesus. Rick and Judy Jenken.
Sorry for your loss. It was a blessing to have known Myrna. 💝
Very sorry for your loss. Thinking of your families at this difficult time.
We are so sad to hear of the loss of Myrna – partner, mom and grandma. We send our deepest sympathies to Ron, Julia and Jaela are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Julia, Mark and family,
Our sincere condolences on your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Fran, Brian, John-Guy , Alisa and family.
To Myrna’s Family
Myrna is a beautiful soul.
I will miss her laugh and the best hugs. I will treasures her friendship.
May your memories of her comfort you at this very sad time.
Fly Myrna till we meet again
Susan and Dan Berry
Thinking of you all at this difficult time, my sincere condolences 🕊️🤍
To the Jenken family:
Sincere sympathy for your loss of partner, mother, grandmother, sister, friend. Remember the many happy times and may she rest in peace.
Julia, Mark & family and all of Myrna’s family
Sending my sincere condolences for the loss of your Mom. May all of your memories bring you peace at this most difficult time, hold those memories close to your hearts.
Shirley Stewart
Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time.
Steve and Trish Gould.
Julia, Jaela and family I am so very sorry for your loss.
Ron and Myrna’s family. Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Myrna’s passing. We always enjoyed our times together. She was such a good sport when around the Tricketts. Rest in peace Myrna.
Ron, Jaela & Julia
Though her time with us has been cut short, Myrna will be missed and remembered for the deep love and compassion she had for Ron, her loving family and all who crossed her path. Our thoughts are with you as you celebrate her memorable life’s journey.
Sincerely,
Len & Joy
Sending sincere sympathy in Myrna’s passing. We have the pleasure of knowing her through her parents, and my cousins Marilynn and Dave Parker. Myrna was such a warm, pleasant sincere person- prayers for the challenging days ahead. Jane and Brian Wright
to the Jenken Family
So sorry for your loss, may her soul rest in peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you today.
TO JULIA, JALEA & FAMILY. SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHERS PASSING. THINKING OF YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
Julia, Jaela and family;
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Ron, our deepest condolences to you and your family. Myrna was such a great person. Hugs to you!
Our heart is aching for all of you on losing your Mom, Sister, Aunt and Grandmother. Myrna was a shining light! We both care so much about each of you….we will miss her presence and her constant beautiful smile as we try to come to grips with your heartbreaking loss. We will be there for any of you with loving hugs and are sending our heartfelt condolences to each of you and your families….
Love,
Linda & Lloyd Dunlop
Words cannot express how much Myrna was a bright light to so many people. I will miss her friendship dearly. We have known Myrna for so many years , a true friendship our family will cherish forever. We will meet again sweet angel. Love always to her most beautiful family. She will be right by your side . Either by someone talking about her, butterflies fluttering around you when you talk about her. We will never ever forget the kindness she gave to so so many people. 💓
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Julia and family
Condolences to all. May your memories provide comfort to sustain you as you move through this journey.
Ron, Jaela, Julie and families
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
We are so sorry to hear about Myrna’s passing. Our deepest condolences to Ron and to Myrna’s family.
Ron Julia, Jaela, Stewart, Robert and families . We are sorry to hear of Myrna’s passing. A beautiful tribute, Myrna’s spirit will live on in you , a smile, a hug , a favourite song , she will be forever in your heart. Love never dies but lives on in your heart and memories forever. Heaven has gained another Angel.
Jaela and family,
Only got to meet your Mom last summer and it was a delight. We are so sorry for your loss.
Julia and Jaela and your families, we send our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mom.
Sending heartfelt condolences to all those who loved Myrna.
Sincere sympathy on the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace!
Jaela & Family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Jaela, Julia and Families,
Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. My deepest condolences to you all. May all the good memories hold you tight through these days.
Jaela, We send our sincere condolences to you and your family with the loss of your Mom.
Your mom was a delight, Julia! She had such a warm smile and friendly way. I always enjoyed seeing her at the arena and at What’s for Dinner pickup. I’m so sorry you’ve lost your dear mom. It will never be the same – just keep her memory alive and treasure all the wonderful moments you all had with her.
Jaela and family
Our sincere condolences for your loss and the pain you’re feeling with your mom being taken too soon. Hope your memories help heal and get you through this difficult time
The Drager Family
Julia, Mark, and Jaela
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. She was such a wonderful lady. We are thinking of you all, sending you lots of love.
Myrna and I met when we were both expecting our first babies…..a long friendship that I will always treasure ..
Until we meet again
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Please know that we thinking of you during this difficult time.
Julia and Jaela and your families, we send our sincere sympathy for the loss of your Mom.
To all of Myna’s family, our deepest sympathy on your loss. Myrna was so kind and funny and caring. She will be missed by everyone who knew her.
Sorry to hear of your loss Ron, our thoughts are with you and your family.
Sorry for your loss!
Jaela, Julia and family.
My sincere condolences on your loss.
To Myrna’s daughters, grandchildren and Ron.. I am so blessed to have known Myrna!!
She was such a blessing to me (as a practitioner) but truly felt her compassion and friendship… and EMPATH!! That’s who she truly was.
I am so sorry for your loss! Please have faith and solace in a lovely treasure… that was / is Myrna!!
A truly beautiful soul ✨️ 💖
She rests easy!!
Dear Jaela & Family,
Our deepest condolences as you experience this difficult time. May you find comfort in all the fond memories which are forever etched in your hearts. Your mom’s kind spirit continues to brighten the world.
Loving Peace, Laurie & Jeff Nevin
So sorry to learn of Myrna’s passing. I was fortunate to have been part of the Happy Hour group in Lakeland, Florida and to meet Myrna and Ron last year. She was a very special person who never complained about what she was going through and we were all able to share some laughs. Thinking of you at this time and may her memories bring you peace and comfort you.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our heart felt thoughts and prayers are with Ron and Julia and Jayla and their families at the tough time we will remember her smile and loving nature that lite up a room when she was in it
My sincere sympathy to Ron, Julia, Jaela, Stewart, Robert and families. Myrna was a wonderful person and will leave a lasting legacy ❤️
Julia, Jaela & extended family members.
So sorry to hear about your Mom passing away.
My deepest sympathy at this very sad and difficult time.
Julia, Jaela and Family-
Your Mom’s love of the sport, dance, was so noted whenever she stepped on the ice to greet our skaters at the Watford Skating Club. As a dedicated coach of Ice Dance, her gloves would hammer out the rhythm of the Dutch Waltz, Canesta or whatever was her skater’s program to complete. Then on to the General session where she clasped small hands urging them to complete their first spin or jump.
She played a vital role in our club but her most important role was being your Mom. When we spoke about our children, you could always see her love and joy, you both brought to her life. Please hold tight and cherish these memories.
Julia & Jaela:
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. She was just a lovely lady.
I will cherish all of my memories that were made during our many years supporting all the skaters at the Watford Skating Club.
What a team we had with your Mom, Kim and Karen !!!!
May all your memories be a blessing 🙏❤️
Brenda VanEngelen & Family
Jaela, Julia & Family –
My condolences on the loss of your Mom. I enjoyed our chats.
Jaela and family,
Thinking of all of you during this difficult time. Sincere condolences on your loss
Shared many years on the ice with Myrna. From St Thomas when we skated together to Watford where we taught together❤️ She was always fun to be around . We had a lot of good times together off the ice too at Rick and Lorriane’s cottage. Sending love and hugs to Ron and Julia and Jaela xo
Dear Julia and Jaela,
So sorry for the loss of your beautiful mom. She was so kind and genuine with such a big heart. I wish I could be there for you today, but I’m away on holiday. Please know I’m there in spirit.
Love Mary
Jaela, Julia & Family –
My condolences on the loss of your Mom. I enjoyed our chats.
Stewart, Robert & families,
I am sending my condolences on the loss of your lovely sister. May she rest in peace.
Catharine Hogan
(Member – Former Clark School Community)
Julia, Jaela and families, we are so sad hear the news that your mother has passed away. Our heartfelt condolences for your great loss.
Frank and Betsy Rombouts
I remember Myrna from our early skating days, and more recently having fun at our cottage! Rest in peace my special friend. We will miss you. Condolences to the family.
Ron and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Myrna’s passing. She was a wonderful and kind person. May you find some peace and comfort during this sad time.
Condolences for the whole Family
May God’s grace and peace surround you all !
Julia, Jaela and family
Sending our sincere sympathy to all of you.
A mother’s love remains forever.
Cherish the moments you were able to create.
Jaela and family,
Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mother. Our thoughts are with you.
To Stewart and Robert and Myrna’s girls my deepest condolences on Myrna’s passing. Take comfort in knowing she is with your parents now.
I don’t know if you know but Myrna did my makeup with her MaryKay on my wedding day, it felt like having family with me ❤️
Dear Stewart, Robert and Julia and Jaela, I was so sad to read of Myrna’s passing. When I saw her at Betty’s funeral, Myrna looked great! I called Carol Deane and she hadn’t heard the news. Carol sends her heartfelt condolences. Your parents were her daughter’s Godparents. If I can find it, I have the sweetest picture of her and Alleda Littlejohn on the swing at Clark’s school. I have one of my last year there – 1964 – I will try to send a copy if I can. If not, please let the funeral home know that you may have my email address to contact me. Mum and Dad would have welcomed her with open arms AND keep your eyes and ears open for signs that Myrna is still with you! Peace and Blessings.
May Myrna Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.
Dear Stewart, Robert & families & Ron,
We were so sorry to hear of Myrna’s passing – too young.
I baby sat Stew, Myrna & Robert many times as we lived right next door. Myrna was quite the busy little person and it sounds as though that was the way she lived her life. She will certainly be missed by all who knew her.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Sincerely Kathy Cikatricis (Gammage) & Ed
Dear Jaela and family… We are so saddened to hear of the loss of your Mom. Keep your special memories close to your heart during the difficult days. Take care.
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I remember Myrna from our early days with Mary Kay. Her smile and caring ways always lit up a room. Condolences to you all 🤗