Marilyn Phyllis Gaskell

Gaskell - Marilyn P., 78, of Port Medway, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens Manor, Liverpool on Friday, May 2, 2025 with her daughters by her side.

Born in Liverpool, Marilyn was a daughter of the late Max and Evelyn (Wolfe) Parks.

Marilyn was a former customer service representative for the local Sears outlet and secretary/treasurer/bookkeeper for Gaskell Fisheries Ltd. overseeing payroll and supplies for the boats. She and Donald enjoyed traveling; 42 trips south in 45 years; 12 of which were cruises. She also enjoyed camping with her family at Ponhook and the Haywagon Campground. Marilyn loved to shop, especially for purses, shoes, and things for her grandchildren. Marilyn’s favorite colour was red. She enjoyed knitting, quilting, baking, gardening, bingo, watching soap operas, game shows, The Big Bang Theory, eating out and chocolate! She was a member of Bethany United Church UCW, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Port Medway Fire Department and a Brown Owl for Brownies when her daughters were young. Marilyn enjoyed spending time with her family the most, especially her grandchildren. 

Marilyn is survived by her husband of 56 years, Donald; her daughters Annette (Daniel) Motter of Mersey Point, Angela (Cameron) Burke of Moose Harbour. Her grandchildren Wyatt and Grace Motter and Hailey, Hannah and Dylan Burke. Her sister Heather Neilson and her sister in law Sharon Parks.

Besides her parents, Marilyn was predeceased by her brother Larry.

Cremation has taken place under the direction of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool where funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Reverend Peter Anthony officiating. A private family burial will take place at a later time in Mill Village Community Cemetery. No flowers by request, donations may be made to Bethany United Church or to Port Medway Fire Department. Online condolences may be made below.