age 96, of Halifax, passed away Aug 9, 2016 at Shannex Seniors Home in Clayton Park. Born in Harbour Buffett, Placentia Bay, NL she was a daughter of the late Nelson And Lillian (Tulk) Burton. Marjorie was a long-time member of St. Phillips Anglican Church, Bayers Road, Halifax, a member of the ACW and altar guild. She enjoyed playing cards, rummicub and scrabble with her friends. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family and was the 5th generation Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Her life's work was childcare. She developed strong bonds with the children she helped raise. She dedicated her life to caring for her parents in their advanced years as well. Marjorie is survived by nephews Ted Barnes, and Frank Barnes of Topsail, NL, Alton Wareham Moncton NB, Harold Wareham St John's NL, Clyde Burton Powell River BC; niece Sandra Burton, Comox, BC. Also survived by Krista Poole and her family, who were very special people to Aunt Marge. Predeceased by brothers Richard and Theodore "Ted" Burton and sisters Jane Barnes and Mildred Wareham. Cremation has taken place. The memorial service will be held at 11am on Tuesday August 16 in Atlantic Funeral Home, 771 Main Street, Dartmouth, Rev. Katherine Bourbonniere officiating. Reception to follow. Interment in St. Thomas Anglican Church Cemetery in Musquodoboit, NS. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice. Thank you to the staff at Shannex Parkland for helping Aunt Marge enjoy her time there.