Marilyn Cheryl Romanyk (nee Jones)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn Cheryl Romanyk, who was battling cancer, left us peacefully at the age of 76 on Friday, October 3rd, 2025. Marilyn was born, January 9th, 1949, in Elk Point, Alberta and grew up in Red Deer, Alberta. She married on April Fools Day 1972, and resided mostly in  Edmonton, Alberta. Most of her career was working as a Program Consultant for the Occupational Health Nursing and Post-Basic Nursing Practice at Grant MacEwan University. She thouroughly loved her work assisting students. Marilyn retired in 2017, giving her more time for travel.

Left behind is her husband Dennis of 53 years, children Tyler (Nicole), Jennine (Mateusz); grandchildren Katrina, Alexander, and Brynley; and sister Donna Kafara (Harvey). She is lovingly remembered by her family and friends and is predeceased by her parents, Evan and Doloras Jones; sister Darlene Jones; brother Donald Jones; and brother-in-law Larry Kafara.

A private service for Marilyn will be held with immediate family. A future celebration of her life is being planned and details will be shared with family and friends in the coming days.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Marilyn’s memory are encouraged to consider a donation to the Canadian Wildlife Federation.

Marilyn will be forever cherished in the hearts of those who knew her, and will be greatly missed but never forgotten. May she rest in peace.