MCTAVISH, Marilee

Posted: October 12th, 2024


MARILEE MCTAVISH 1948 – 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MARILEE ALYCEN MCTAVISH, beloved wife of the late Peter McTavish, at home on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the age of 76 years.
Marilee was born in High River, Alberta on October 4, 1948. When she was 9 years old, she moved from the farm east of Coutts to the family ranch west of Fort Macleod and completed her schooling there. She married Peter McTavish on June 10, 1967, and welcomed their son Michael in 1971. She worked as a nursing aide at various senior’s homes in her younger years living in Fort Macleod but calling Lethbridge home for the past 20+ years. Marilee was a farm girl at heart and was an avid animal lover with a particular fondness for dogs and horses. She was a caring, compassionate and loving person and will be greatly missed. Marilee recently celebrated her 76th birthday on Friday October 4th.
She is survived by her son Michael (Gwen) McTavish and their children Sierra and Tanner; brother Leonard (Marlene) McCulloch; sisters in-law Marg, Bebe and Ann McCulloch; numerous nieces and nephews and their families; special friend Larry Olauson and her loving dog Clyde.
Besides her loving husband Peter, she was predeceased by her parents Ivy Waters and Alexander McCulloch and brothers Jim, Stan, Ernie, and Howard.
A private Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Flowers are gratefully declined. Those who wish may make donations to Diabetes Canada or the Lethbridge and District Humane Society. Visit www.mbfunerals.com to send a condolence.

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