Obituary of Marilyn Elaine Dimeo

Having endured health issues for the past eight years, our mother Marilyn passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025.

Daughter of the late Edward and Grace Barry (Davis), big and caring sister to the late Robert and the late Carol Ann. Mother to Carol Dimeo (Mike Travis) and Mary Dimeo (Ken Orser).

After being born and raised in Peterborough, Marilyn ventured to many different cities. Over the years she lived in Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, London, Vancouver, and lastly and longest in Stratford.

Marilyn lived a fiercely independent life, relying on her strong intellect, pragmatism, and tenacity through several challenging times. In her work life and volunteer work, Marilyn worked in a variety of roles, all centred around her remarkable ability to write and communicate.

After a successful career, our mother’s second act was not an idle one. She ran a B&B in Stratford for several years thoroughly enjoying meals, great conversations and the intelligent rapport she had with many repeat guests, many who became dear friends. She could always be found with a book or three on the go, a comprehensive to-do list in the making, and a dog or two underfoot. She spent time working on her manuscript, doing crosswords, listening to opera, and travelling to far flung locales, including East Africa and an extensive tour from Beijing to Hong Kong. Our mother thoroughly enjoyed attending live theatre, and was convinced that maple syrup made everything better.  

We are very grateful for the attentive care that the health care staff at Kingsway Lodge in St. Marys provided in Marilyn’s final years. It provided immense peace of mind knowing that our mother was safe and well taken care of. In her final days, we are thankful to the kind doctors, nurses, and all support staff at St. Marys Memorial Hospital.

To honour our mother’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no service.
Private family interment in Avondale Cemetery in Stratford.

As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to

The Alzheimer Society of Huron Perth

or the St. Marys Memorial Hospital Foundation.