Obituary of Marilyn Alice Billings

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Marilyn Alice Billings (MacDonald) 69, of Hamilton who passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2024. Predeceased by her parents George and Dorothy MacDonald and her siblings Deborah, Ken and Sandy. Survived by her husband Randy, her children Seth and his wife Ana, Jessica and her partner Amy, and stepdaughter Brandy. Marilyn leaves behind a gift of love and devotion in the hearts of siblings Linda, (Myles), Catherine (Pierre), Greg, John, Tom (Sandra), (Vera), (Bob) her 5 grandchildren Jacob, Isaiah, Liam, Allan, and Brooklyn and all nieces and nephews who join the family in mourning her loss.

Marilyn had a passion for cooking and baking, she loved to be surrounded by her friends and family and enjoyed anyone that challenged her at a game of Yahtzee or Crib. She loved to bask in the sun, dance to music, she always gave what she could and loved her lipstick.

A Celebration of Marilyn’s life will be held on: Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, located at 36 Lake Avenue Drive, Stoney Creek, Ontario. Calling hours: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All are welcome to join with us. Comfortable seating, food and refreshments provided. Though she has bid farewell to this earthly realm, Marilyn’s spirit will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. May she rest eternally and finding solace in her afterlife.

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MacDonald, Sandra Isabel -

In profound grief, we share the news of Sandra Isabel MacDonald's departure from this world at age 66, on April 4, 2024. Her battle with cancer concluded in the comforting presence of her loving husband, Bob Gaubert, who, with steadfast love and devotion, never left her side. He held her hand throughout the journey, a pillar of unwavering support until her very last breath.

Born on October 28, 1957, in Hamilton, ON, Sandra's life radiated unwavering love and the warmth of maternal affection, her family always her foremost thought. 

Greeted in heaven by her parents, Dorothy and George MacDonald, and her siblings, Deborah, Ken and Marilyn, Sandra's life was a testament to her vibrant love and selfless devotion. Mourning her loss are her husband, Bob; her son, Christopher MacDonald, along with daughter-in-law Lisa and grandson Jacob; and her siblings Linda (Myles), Catherine (Pierre), Tom (Sandra), Greg, and John.

Sandra's essence was a blessing, her spirit of generosity and care undying in the hearts she touched. Her memory will be held in perpetual esteem, her love and kindness endlessly inspiring those who carry her in their thoughts. The family extends heartfelt thanks for the overwhelming love and support received in these trying times.

We are profoundly moved to Honour two remarkable sisters, Sandra and Marilyn MacDonald, who left this world just 24 hours apart. The bond they shared in life was a testament to sisterly love, a connection so deep that they enter the kingdom of heaven hand in hand.

Please join us in a dual celebration of their lives on Saturday, April 13th, at Donald V. Brown Funeral Home, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This gathering will be a tribute to the light of their spirits and the love they held for each other, now carried into eternity.