It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Marilyn Walter. She passed away peacefully on November 10th surrounded by her loved ones. Marilyn was predeceased by her husband Brian Walter and parents, Howard and Thalia Truscott. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Pamela (Kevin) Hall, Linda (Paul) Caughlin and Michael (Kara) Walter, her eight grandchildren, and her brother Howard (Monique) Truscott and sisters Pat (Barry) Purvis, Karen (Wavell) Howard and Donna Truscott and many other friends and family members.
Marilyn had a zest for life. She was an incredible athlete and enjoyed hiking, fitness classes and volleyball where she made annual trips to the Huntsman Games (Senior Worlds). In her younger years she was an All-Canadian volleyball player on the University of Saskatchewan Huskiettes.
Marilyn was a teacher with the Saskatoon Public School Division for 36 years. She taught Physical Education, humanities and social sciences. She coached a variety of sports including volleyball, basketball and badminton.
After her retirement Marilyn was able to pursue the things that made her most happy. She loved hiking and completed the West Coast Trail and the El Camino as well as many others. She travelled with her friends and loved to tell stories about her adventures.
She was also a very active grandparent. She had eight grandchildren and loved to spend time with them. She would have big family suppers, and would help out in any way that she could. She spent lots of time at her cabin with them and instilled her love of a good adventure in them. Of all of her many accomplishments, she always felt that her family was her greatest. She will be deeply missed by many.
A digital eulogy and slideshow will be available in the coming days. In lieu of flowers please send a donation to Kids Sport of a charity of your choice.
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