It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother Nadia Markley (nee Onishenko) on March 31st, 2024. At 97 years old she passed peacefully at the Misericordia Hospital.
Born in Canora, Saskatchewan she was one of the first groups of students to complete a BSc of Nursing in the newly formed program. She spent her life nurturing through her role as a mother and her career as a nurse. She was always there for her children and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them and caring for them. She was an avid gardener who took pride in her begonias. She sewed many of her own clothes and those of her children and grandchildren. Nadia baked countless pies and her toffee recipe was second to none.
She is survived by her children: Maureen McConaghy (Dennis), David Markley, Robert Markley, Patrick Markley; Janet Markley, Nancy Markley (Blaine), Paul Markley, and James Markley. As well as ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
She is pre-deceased by her parents Motia and Evon Sergeiavich Onishenko, her two sisters Ruby Tittemore and Sonia Scurfield and brother Sergius Onishenko. She is also pre-deceased by her husband Lyall Francis Markley and their two children Thomas Bruce Markley and John Joseph Markley. As well as her grandson Michael Allen Morrill.
Thanks to the Home Care Givers from Bayshore Health Care and Alberta Health Services, Misericordia Hospital and Dr. Robert Turner for their professional and compassionate care.
A celebration of Nadia Markley’s life will be held Friday April 19th from 11 am – 2 pm. at the Royal Glenora Club, 1160 River Valley Rd. NW, Edmonton.
Dear Pat, I am saddened to hear of your Mothers passing. Sending you and your family my condolences. My she rest with God and may you and yours find comfort and peace that she is at peace. Take care my old friend.
So sorry to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace.
Trish Knoll