Marianne Louise Cooper Rayburn (nee Cook), passed away peacefully at the age of 78, on Saturday, June 20, 2020. Marianne will be greatly missed by her husband of 38 years, Ian Rayburn, and her daughters Elizabeth (Dan), Paula and Krista.
Marianne is survived by her brother David, and sisters Diane (Jim), and Laraine (Jean Claude). She will also be dearly missed by her brother-in-law Andy (Karen), and sister-in-law Ginny (the late Bob Miller).
Marianne will be forever remembered by her grandchildren, Morgan (Johnny), Victoria, Emma (Henrique) and Sasha, as well as her nieces and nephews, Marc, Jennifer and her children, Madison and Makenzie, Gilles (Jacqueline) and their children Amelia and Owen, Peter, Lisa and her children Andrew and Elizabeth. She also leaves behind many cherished friends.
Marianne was born in Vancouver, the eldest of four siblings. Growing up, she lived in several cities before settling in Ottawa where she attended Rideau High School. Following her graduation, she entered nursing school at the Ottawa Civic Hospital. A few years following, she met Ian, and together their joy for adventure and travel was heightened; which led to their many adventures throughout: the United States, Mexico, England (where they lived for a year), Europe, and Portugal – which they frequented for many years, and had fond memories.
Marianne had many hobbies, which included her love for reading, gardening and family. Her zest for life, story-telling, sense of humour and delicious cooking will live on forever.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
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Paula Cooper
Lise and Bob Cassels
Fondly remembering Marianne:) Lise and Bob
Courtney and Jeff Milbury
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all right during this tough time.
Sandy Marson
You were an amazing Lady ❤️❤️
RIP Marianne You will be greatly miss by many Gone but never forgotten ❤️❤️❤️???
Laraine Cook
Spirit to spirit and heart to heart, sisters forever together and apart. Memories fade over time, but my sister isn't a memory she's a part of me. I will miss you forever and beyond, Mimi. I love you so much. Your baby sister, till be meet again!❤️❤️
John and Donna Soden
Our deepest condolences at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Maxwell Pollard
You will always be remembered by your many friends And acquaintances as a beautiful person.
Max
Peter and Linda Woollings
Ian and family sorry to hear of Marianne’s passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Karen Hallifax
She was an amazing lady who raised three incredible daughters. I have a lot of great memories of Marianne or Mrs. Cooper as we called her growing up. She will be dearly missed. ❤️❤️
Larry MacNinch
So very sorry to hear this, Ian. Our prayers and thoughts are with you
I miss you Mom so much...there are too many words. You gave me so much advice that I will remember forever. You will always be with me. It's not goodbye...it's 'I'll see you later'. I love you Mom for everything...xoxoxo