Obituary of Marion Delores Cottingham

Marion Delores Cottingham "Dodie" 1942 - 2017 It is with deep sorrow that the family of Dodie Cottingham announce her passing on Saturday, May 27, 2017 in Cranbrook, BC at 75 years of age. Dodie was born on March 7, 1942 in Willingdon, AB. As a small child her parents moved her to Cloverdale, BC. After her high school years, Dodie joined the R.C.A.F. which led her to R.C.A.F. Station Greenwood in Nova Scotia. There she met and married her husband John, of whom she was married to for 54 wonderful years. Dodie and John travelled whenever they could. Besides family gatherings, Dodie enjoyed gardening and the Kootenay Ice. Dodie is survived by her loving husband John, son Darren, both of Cranbrook, BC, her daughter Kelly of Miramichi, NB, grandsons Tom Williams, Andy Williams (Sarah), her great granddaughter Avery Ann of Cold Lake, AB, her sister Barbara and family of the East Kootenay and numerous relatives and dear friends spread throughout Canada and the USA. Dodie was predeceased by her parents Peter and Mary Gordey of Cloverdale, BC. A family gathering to celebrate Dodie's life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to your favourite charity. Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service. Condolences for the family can be offered at: www.mcphersonfh.com