She was taken too soon. Marsha Ruth Holley of Powell River, Quesnel and various other places passed away on January 17, 2025, at home in her sleep.
The Holley family would like to thank first responders and all the rest of the professionals who did all that they could to bring her back. Thanks also to all the staff at our regional hospital who did everything they could to try and halt the bacteria in her heart and to make her final two months better. She was on the mend but just a little too late.
Mere words on a page cannot describe all that she meant and the positive impact that she had on everyone throughout her life.
Born in Ottawa on November 16, 1957, Marsha graduated high school early and began a life of travel and work that, although not travelling the world, endeared her to everyone she met. A dedicated employee, she never shied away from work and, only through heart issues, was forced to retire early. Her love of Baseball (especially the Blue Jays) and love of softball enabled her to play late into her life, when again, she was forced to retire due to health issues. Her heart issues caused her many setbacks, but she never quit living and worked even harder to try to get her health back. She was looking forward to welcoming her first grandchild in May and spending time with a new extended family.
She loved the outdoors and she, Ken and the kids travelled extensively on the trails around Powell River once they moved there in 1997. She loved camping and spent many weekends in Quesnel and Powell River camping with friends. She loved all her extended family and made sure that all members knew that with hugs and “I love you” always stated and never taken for granted.
Marsha always took no as a challenge and never gave up, no matter what the odds. She was a fierce competitor but humble in victory and even more humble in defeat. Always with a smile and positive attitude, she was loved by all her teammates and friends.
Marsha and Ken were married in 1986. She is survived by Ken, children Devan (Kristine) and Alyssa, sisters Laurie (Kelly) and Deanna, and brother Chris (Judi), along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, a brother (Jeff) and a sister (Sharon).
A celebration of her life will be held at the Carlson Community Club in the Loft on Saturday, March 1 at 2 pm. There will be an additional celebration of life held in Quesnel on Saturday, March 29, at 1 pm in the Barlow Creek Hall.
