STARK, Shirley “Marlene” (nee Elliott) – Passed away peacefully on April 2, 2014 with her family by her side. She was born in Lloydminster, Sask. on August 28, 1939. Marlene married her loving husband Walter Stark in August of 1962. Survived by her two loving children, Lori Mitchell (Kevin) of Fernie, BC and Darrell Stark (Carmen) of Osoyous, BC. Cherished grandmother of Nicholas Mitchell, the late Daniel Mitchell (2013), Shayden Stark and Faith Stark. Dear sister of Joyce (Noel), Larry (Fern), Linda (Bruce), Ray (Della) and Dwayne (Debbie). Lovingly remembered by many nieces and nephews.
Wally and Marlene lived in Fernie until 1981. They finally settled in Grand Forks, BC where they owned and operated a Shell gas station. Marlene retired in 2004 and returned to Fernie.
She loved building puzzles, Bingo and spending time with her family – especially her grandkids. Marlene was easy-going, giving, loving and generous to her family. She will be sadly missed.