MARILYN MCKENZIE COULTER

February 22, 1933 ̫ May 15, 2022

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Marilyn McKenzie Coulter on May 15, 2022 with her beloved Ed and daughter, Bev, by her side. Artist, poet, pianist, teacher, gardener, athlete, outdoors woman. She leaves behind her partner and soulmate of 45 years, Ed Frantzke, and his daughters: Evelyn Frantzke (Bob) and Bev Evans (Bart). She also leaves her children, Laura Sturm (Doug), Gordon Sturm (Heather), nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her eldest son, Robert Sturm, and Ed's son, Tom Frantzke. Ed and Marilyn shared an exceptional devotion recognized by all who knew them. Together, ̮they were one,̯ handling anything that came their way and living life on their terms. Marilyn began painting at the age of 10 and it remained her lifelong passion. An accomplished artist with many exhibitions to her credit, she received numerous awards for her landscape and Љoral paintings during her lifetime career. With a sketch book always at the ready, rarely a day went by that she didn̯t draw or paint, preferably outside ̮en plein air.̯ She and Ed were happiest exploring their property in Hastings County where they established a unique and charming weekend homestead when they were in their 50s. They settled to full-time life in Stirling when Marilyn was in her late 60s, by which time she had become a respected Јxture in the Belleville art community. A kind and loving person, Marilyn touched the souls of so many with her gentle, calming manner and her artist gift. Her health brought her back to Mississauga, where she resided for the past six years in long-term care, Ed by her side visiting each and every day. She brightened the halls of the Silverthorn Care Community with her paintings, enlightening her fellow residents through her art classes with her patient and encouraging smiles. She will be especially missed by the caring staЇ at Meadow House, to whom we are eternally grateful for their tireless devotion and kindness. Friends are invited to call at the Turner & Porter ̲Peel̳ Chapel, 2180 Hurontario St., Mississauga (Hwy. 10, north of QEW), for a visitation on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 12 noon until time of Funeral Service at 1 p.m., In lieu of Љowers, please consider supporting an artist or art association in your community, or https://www.bellevilleart.ca/ . For further details, please visit www.turnerporter.ca