Michelle Marie Glanville
January 29, 2026
Michelle Marie Glanville passed away surrounded by the love of her family. Michelle lived a full, vibrant life marked by curiosity, independence, and deep devotion to the people she loved.
Michelle grew up in Sault Ste. Marie, where she developed the strength, confidence, and determination that would define her throughout her life. A dedicated teacher for over 35 years, she believed fiercely in the power of education, critical thinking, and standing up for what mattered. Teaching was never just a career for her—it was a calling, and she touched the lives of countless students and colleagues through her passion and commitment.
She had a deep love of travel and adventure, journeying all over the world—from Sauble Beach to Kenya and everywhere in between. It was during her travels in Kenya that she proudly earned her self-proclaimed title as the Queen of the Zambee River, a reflection of her humour, confidence, and adventurous spirit. Each destination added to her stories, her perspective, and her appreciation for different cultures. Michelle was kind, strong, and independent, with a sharp interest in politics and a lifelong love of cooking and bringing people together around food.
Michelle met her husband, George Morton, in Windsor while he was attending law school and she was in teachers’ college. Together they built a life rooted in partnership, respect, and family. George predeceased her in 2015.
Above all else, Michelle loved her family—especially her grandchildren, who were the greatest joy of her life. She is survived by her beloved daughter Gillian and son-in-law Louis, and her cherished grandchildren Finley (5) and Jacob (3), whom she adored beyond measure. She is also survived by her sister Denise and brother-in-law Robin.
Michelle will be deeply missed by her extended family, including her nieces Cindy (husband Mike, children Dalton and Christian), Mandy (children Ethan and Makayla), and Sam (children Grayson and Molly), as well as many friends, colleagues, and former students whose lives she touched over the decades.
Michelle will be remembered for her strength, her sharp mind, her warmth, her love of conversation, and the way she made those around her feel supported and seen. Her stories, values, and fierce love for her family will live on in all who knew her.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre, 709 Wonderland Road North, London. The funeral service will be celebrated in the chapel on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Oakland Cemetery to follow.
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My sincere condolences to you Gillian, your family and Denise. Your mom was a beautiful person inside and out. Always gentle and caring for her family, friends, colleagues and students. She was always ready to help anyone in need Michelle enjoyed every aspect of life from being a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, colleague and educator. Michelle u excelled in every aspect. Rest in peace dear Michelle Mike & Dianne Slota and families
A donation has been made to Golden Opportunity Assistance Dogs. Message from the donator: My deepest condolences to Gillian, Denise and their families. Michelle was an amazing lady and I always enjoyed her company when Marilyn and I would visit her. She will be missed. Rest in peace.
I love you Mom, say hi to Dad for me ♥️ My world will never be the same and the kids have lost the most important person will shape them in to even more fantastic people
I spent many hours with Denise as a teenager, and always looked up to Michelle. She was funny, smart, always glamorous and a wonderful sister and daughter. Our deepest condolences to Gillian, Denise and family.
Thank you Michelle for, along with Mort, being such long time friends and allowing us to create so many memories with you- bridge games, canoe races, cottage times, wonderful meals. Thank you for allowing us to share the joy and excitement of your daughter’s birth, graduation, marriage and her beautiful children. We knew Michelle as a wonderful teacher, wife, mother and grandmother and so happy to see Gillian following in those footsteps. Gillian please know that our love and thoughts are with you.
My sincerest sadness at the loss of my very close friend Michelle. We have shared friendship for over fifty years as beginning teachers for the LDCSB. Michelle was a remarkable friend and advocate for all her students and colleagues, friends and especially her family, shepherding all through life’s challenges with love, devotion and ferocity. Sending much love to Gillian, Louis and their children and Denise, Robin, cousins and families. She will be very missed. 💗
Michelle was a wonderful mother, wife, and dear friend who lived a full life. For many years, she was a constant pillar of support and positivity for our family. Her kindness and loyalty were a gift to us all, and she will be missed beyond words. May she fly with the angels with Mort by her side. Until we meet again…….
A donation has been made to Golden Opportunity Assistance Dogs. Message from the donator: My sincerest sadness at the loss of my very close friend Michelle. We have shared friendship for 50 years as beginning teachers for the LDCSB. Michelle was a remarkable friend and advocate for all her students and colleagues, and especially her family shepherding them all through life’s challenges with love, devotion and ferocity. She will be missed. 💗
Michelle will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Mort and Michelle were long time friends of ours and we cherish the many memories we made together. We are sending our love to Gillian and family and Denise and her family as they mourn their loss of a wonderful mother and sister.
A donation has been made to Golden Opportunity Assistance Dogs. Message from the donator: Please accept our condolences. Know we are thinking of you and sending hugs.
Services for Michelle Marie Glanville
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
February 2, 2026 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
February 2, 2026 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Funeral Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario
February 3, 2026 11:00 am
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Interment at Oakland Cemetery, London to follow
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Gillian, Denise and families: Our deepest and sincerest condolences to you. I will always be grateful that God brought Michelle into my life all those years ago when I was a new teacher and starting out on my own. She was vibrant, smart, funny, honest, caring and always present to all those around her. She welcomed me and then my family into your family and we have been so blessed to spend time with all of you, enjoying wonderful visits, meals and time together. I will miss our long chats, her guidance, encouragement and support, laughter and smile but I know all of those things will continue to live on through Gillian, Finley, and Jacob. All our love xoxo
~ Stephanie, Mike, Matthew and Gabriel Circelli