It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marnie on September 1st, 2023, at South Muskoka Hospital. Marnie was in her 83rd year and will be remembered as beloved wife of 62 years to Jim, loving mother to Christy, Jeff, and Rob, an adoring Grandma to nine, and cherished friend to many. Marnie has left a legacy of love and instilled the importance of family and friendships that will transcend generations.
Marnie was the cornerstone of the Munn family, but HER cornerstone was Jim. The two navigated busy careers including Marnie’s as a registered nurse. But juggling busy careers and family life, did not stop the duo from pursuing their own passions and other business ventures together. After retiring, Marnie and Jim loved to travel throughout the world with family and friends, with Muskoka and Florida becoming their second homes.
Marnie’s social spirit extended far beyond her family. She regularly connected with many decades’ long friendships, including some as far back as her nursing and elementary school classmates. Marnie’s ability to nurture friendships was a testament to her warm welcoming personality, and organizational drive.
We will take comfort in knowing that Marnie will reunite with all of those whom she has missed dearly since their passing, including both Marnie and Jim’s parents, her brother David, and Jim’s brothers.
A celebration of life will take place on Saturday October 14th at the St. James Anglican church in Dundas. A Church service remembering Marnie will be at 1pm, and a drop in reception will follow in the church hall.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society Foundation.
Rest and be comfortable Marnie/Mom/Grandma. We know that you are with us in so many ways. We will always remember to cherish our family and friends, as you lived by that example.
Christy and family…Condolences on the loss of your mother. May your thoughts of her comfort you now and in the future. Thinking of you all and hope you are well, otherwise.
Such a dear friend of long acquaintance. Joined as family through Rob and Stephanie with we Frodshams.
So much loved by Carolyn and myself. We are so saddened at the loss of our friend.
Know of our sorrow for you at the loss of your sweetheart, Jim. Christie, Jeff, and Robbie, do know that we love you all so much and wish that we were with you all now. The grandkiddies will know of their Gran as one who was truly loving and caring and a great inspiration for them in future years.
R.I.P Marnie
Our hearts and prayers go to all her family. We only got to meet her 3 years ago and she was a amazing lady! We will surely miss her here at Friendly Shores ❤️
We have known and enjoyed the Munn’s for almost 60 years from the early days in Glen Cairn. Marnie along with Jim were a great couple to keep in touch and we have great memories of our times together. Marnie was an organizer and always a lot of fun. She cared deeply about her friends and family. We will miss you Marnie.
We have many wonderful memories with the Munns and family during our years in Dundas. Tennis, dinner parties, BBQs and sleigh rides at Rams, plus so many other times together. Marnie was always the friendly happy centre of the family and groups. We will miss her but hope that Jim and the whole family will have many more good memories to help in this sad time.
A poem that I love do not wait for me I am in a thousand wins that blow I am in the softly falling snow I am in the gentle showers of rain I am in the flowers that bloom I am in loving things and she was a loving and giving person she was a gift to everyone that knew her she will definitely be missed by many
Hello Christy. I was sorry to read that your Mom had passed away. Its a sad way to reconnect with an old friend, but I hope your family is ok. Please pass my condolences on to your brothers and Dad from me.
The Swanborough and Rados families are so very sad to hear of the passing of Marnie.
Mom and dad shared so many beautiful moments with Marnie and she was a loving friend to them. Sending our condolences to the Munn family .
Best regards
Laurie Swanborough
To Jim and the entire family
So sorry for your loss. Marnie was a wonderful woman and friend. Cesare and I are so grateful that you were our neighbors and friends for many years. We will always cherish those memories especially the street Christmas parties and the “Dallas” barbeque. I know that Marnie will be missed by many. She touched so many lives. Our thoughts and prayers to you.
Condolences to the Munn family. Marnie (Mrs. Munn to me) was always so kind. I knew the family through St. James.
Our families have shared many years together, and while distance may separate us, the Munn family is always close to our hearts. We are family. Uncle Jim, we send you a huge hug and our deepest sympathy. We will miss Marnie. Christy, Jeff, Rob we want you to always feel that our families are one … like the days at the cottage, or in Franktown or Florida … we can enjoy the company anywhere. Please know we are thinking of you and send our love… on behalf of the Frodsham boys (all four of us).
Christy, Mike, Maddy along with the rest of your extended family. We were shocked and saddened to hear of Marnie’s passing. Although we have been far apart, when we had the chance to see your Mom and Dad we enjoy our visits tremendously. Gerry enjoyed reconnecting with old neighbours.
Take care of yourselves and keep Marnie close in your hearts and memories.
Love Lee-Anne, Gerry and Briar Macpherson
Condolences from Bill Bell, Mindy, Nicholas, Blaire, Ethan and Kaleb. 62 years together tells us that there was a very special bond. It would have been 1961 that my mom Maude, Jim’s aunt, uncle Maurice and my brother Bob attended your wedding in Hamilton in that 1956 Buick Special. One of those trips I will never forget. I have that wedding picture of you two. Marnie sure was a beautiful bride. And such a beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. One of my earliest memories of Mrs. Munn, is how she used to give Christy and I free rein in the kitchen to bake cookies. We started with the easy-bake-oven and then graduated to the “real” oven. Such a kind lady and so patient us! Deepest condolences to the entire family.
To the Munn family, so sorry to hear about Marnie passing. She was such a lovely lady and great neighbour at our cottages. We have many fond memories of our families doing water activities in the bay and lovely conversations on our docks, and deck parties at our cottages. What a wonderful legacy she leaves in her children and grandchildren. With our heartfelt sympathy-
Wayne and Heather Copp