Marilyn Gillan Canterbury, a resident of Doylestown for 29 years, died peacefully Thursday, Aug. 26, 2010 at Doylestown Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was 69. Born in Hammond, IN, on May 13, 1941, she was the daughter of Glen Raymond and Katherine Christine Gillan. She graduated in 1963 from Butler University and attended the University of Illinois for her Masters studies. Marilyn was a devoted member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Doylestown, who directed and served on the Altar Guild and was an EFM graduate and co-mentor. A longtime member of P.E.O. (Philanthropic Educational Organization), she served as both a State Convention Chairwoman and President of the AZ Chapter. A respected amateur watercolorist, Marilyn exhibited in multiple local and out of state juried shows and was a supporter of the Fox Chase Cancer Society Art Show, Doylestown Art League, and The Philadelphia Museum of Art. She was a member of AAUW, the Doylestown Country Club, and the American Contract Bridge League. Marilyn loved playing bridge, stage plays, classical music, opera, and the beach. One of her greatest joys and loves was the simple moments spent with her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years, John A. Canterbury, sons Glen G. Canterbury and his wife Katie of Pottstown, Mark E. Canterbury and his wife Erika of Buckingham, and her 3 grandchildren; Ethan, Grace, and Caroline. She is also survived by her niece Shauna Fitzmorris of California & nephew Jeff Fitzmorris of Colorado. She was preceded in death by her sister, Christine Todd. Relatives and Friends are invited to a visitation on Fri. Sept. 3rd from 6:00 to 8:00pm at Shelly Funeral Home, 1460 Easton Road (Route 611) Warrington, PA. The Funeral Service will take place on Sat. Sept. 4th, 11:00am at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 84 E. Oakland Ave., Doylestown. Interment will be at Doylestown Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Marilyn’s name may be sent to: The American Heart Assoc., 1617 JFK Boulevard, Suite 700, Philadelphia, PA 19103; The Arthritis Foundation, Eastern Chapter, 111 S. Independence Mall East, Suite 500, Philadelphia, PA 19106; or one of PEO’s 6 Educational Projects.