Marilyn Staines passed away peacefully with her son by her side on Saturday, March 21, 2026 at the age of 90. She is reunited with her beloved husband Bill and her parents Harry and Hellen Higgins. She was the loving mother of David Staines and survived by her brother Donny Higgins and sister-in-law Daphne. Long cherished friend and neighbour of Helen Dell and family. Dear friend of the late Cindy Charkowy and family, and Marilyn Beatty and family.
Visitation will be held at Hetherington & Deans Funeral & Chapel, 5176 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls, Ontario on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. A graveside service will follow at Lundy’s Lane Cemetery 7489 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls, Ontario.
In memory of Marilyn donations may be made to the Diabetes Association.