Maureen Joan Marsh

Maureen was born on February 12, 1942, in Pickle Lake, Ontario, Canada, to Lyall and Clara Marshall. In 1960, she married Kerry Henderson, with whom she had four children. The family moved to the United States in 1968. After Kerry’s passing in 1976, Maureen relocated to Colorado and later married Peter Marsh in 1978, settling in Estes Park.

Maureen and Peter owned and operated Rocky Mountain Ski Tours and were instrumental in the revitalization of Estes Park. Together, they purchased the former Presbyterian Church and transformed it into The Old Church Shops, a beloved local business that Maureen proudly owned and operated for over 40 years. She also owned and operated Friars Restaurant and Colorado Candleabra. She contributed regularly to the town’s advertising inserts and Her involvement in Estes park urban renewal , including the Riverwalk, and organizing downtown Trick-or-Treating and the Lighting of the Lights Parade, helped shape the heart of the town.

A devoted community member, Maureen was active in Quota Club International for more than four decades. She served in many leadership roles, including club president and district governor, and was especially proud of her work helping to fund new ambulances for the town.

Maureen was preceded in death by her son Dean; her first husband, Kerry Henderson; her second husband, Peter Marsh; her parents, Lyall and Clara Marshall; and her brother, Blake.

She is survived by her daughters: Kathleen (Will),Shannon, and Erin (Mark). She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Gwendolyn, Patrick, Meghan, Lauren, and Sarah; and her great-granddaughters, Addie and Nora. Maureen is also survived by her sister, Susan, and her brother, Neil.

Maureen’s life was marked by love, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community. She will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.