Tellum, Marilyn Jane,
Antigonish
It is with profound sadness that we announce the
passing of Marilyn Jane Tellum (nee MacKenzie) of Antigonish on
December 13, 2025 at St. Martha’s Regional
Hospital.
Born on June 29, 1944 in New Waterford, NS, Marilyn
was the eldest daughter of John O “Jack” and Pauline
(MacKay) MacKenzie.
Marilyn is survived by her loving husband of 59 years,
George; daughter Stephanie Edwards (Lukas and Dina) and son David
(Christena), both of Antigonish; grandchildren David, Michael, Miah,
Ailish, and Josiah; sisters Sharon Stone (Carmon) of Halifax and
Heather Kennedy (George) of Kentville.
Marilyn moved to Antigonish in 1966 with husband
George while he was completing his B.Ed degree at St. Francis Xavier
University. During her years in Antigonish, Marilyn held many
positions, notably Secretary to Principal John Proctor at Antigonish
Rural High School, Personnel Training & Development Manager
for Canada Manpower, Manager of the Heatherton Credit Union. Marilyn
ended her career as Office Manager of the St. Francis Xavier
University Extension Department under Dr. Theresa
MacNeil.
Marilyn was a voracious reader and delighted in
completing crosswords, notably the NYT puzzle. She spent many hours in
creative pursuits, knitting and crocheting for family and friends.
Many pieces of her cross stitch art adorn our walls and her tole
paintings and ceramic art decorate our homes during the holiday
season.
A devoted fan of the Detroit Tigers , Marilyn enjoyed
her retirement years spent in Lakeland, Florida where she cheered on
the team during spring training. Weekend evenings could be spent with
friends playing Trivial Pursuit or heated games of auction. Marilyn
especially enjoyed her Thanksgiving weekends in Ingonish with the
whole “Antigonish Crew”. And on special occasions, she
enjoyed the odd glass of wine. Purely for medicinal purposes, of
course!
Marilyn had many loves, but none more than her
cherished grandchildren. And they in turn, adored their
Nana. No one ever left Marilyn’s home
with an empty tummy, and always with a heart full of love and
laughter.Our hearts are broken at our loss, but we are comforted by
our many years of joyful memories.
The family wishes to extend heartfelt thanks to all
the staff of 3rd floor, St. Martha’s. Their compassionate care helped
ease a difficult time.
Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held
Wednesday, December 17, 7 to 9 pm in C L Curry Funeral Home, 135
College St, Antigonish.
Memorial donations may be made to the Antigonish Food
Bank or the Palliative Care Unit of St. Martha’s Regional Hospital.
Online condolences: www.clcurry.com