Passed away peacefully at Brightshores Health System Owen Sound, on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Born on March 19, 1943, Aileen Marlyn “Marlene” Bilton (nee Mann) of Owen Sound, was in her 83rd year.
Loving mother of Deborah Beedham (Keith) of Fergus, and Lisa Ingrey (Chris) of Owen Sound. Treasured grandmother of Tom (Alex), Scott, Kyle (Jessica) Beedham and Barrett, Brodie (Brittany) McCutcheon and great-grandchildren Miley, Joshua, Mason, Cameron, Austin and Fiadh. Marlene will also be missed by her nephews, and friends.
Predeceased by her beloved partner & best friend Fred Eccles, her son Jamie Kerr and grandson Eric Beedham, her brothers Patrick O’Donnell, Wayne Mann, and Thomas Mann.
In keeping with Marlene’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, Owen Sound, 519-376-7492.
As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Canadian Cancer Society or the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter are appreciated. Online condolences can be sent to Marlene’s family by visiting her memorial at www.woodfuneralhome.ca.
