ALLAN: Margaret (Zapfe) of Exeter
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On November 15, 2025 @ 9:47 AM In Exeter,Obituary | 28 Comments
Peacefully in her 91st year, Margaret Ann Allan passed away on Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Huronview. Cherished wife of Bob for 69 years. Loving mother of Janice of London, David of Edmonton, and Laura (Kevin Van Den Neucker) of Bluewater. Precious Nana of Dillon, Molly, and Jason.
Marg is survived by sisters-in-law Mary Gloade (George), Ethel Walker, and Ruth Zapfe. She is also remembered by her dearly loved nieces and nephews and their partners, children and grandchildren. Predeceased by her parents Abraham and Janet Zapfe, siblings Blanche (Ken) Parke, Hugh (Joan) Zapfe, Glen Zapfe, brothers-in-law Howard Allan and Jim Allan, niece Catherine Parke, and nephew John Parke.
In early adulthood, Marg held positions of trust with Zurich Insurance and Westinghouse Canada’s Atomic Energy Division. In later years, she moved to the roles which she most prized, that of mother and grandmother. Marg volunteered with many causes including the Canadian Cancer Society, the March of Dimes, the Children’s Aid Society, the Clinton Horticultural Society, and the Sarah Hale Chapter of I.O.D.E., where she was proud to have served as Regent.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 456 Main Street South, EXETER on Wednesday, November 19th from 1 – 2 PM, where Marg’s memorial service will be held at 2 PM. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held at Baird’s Cemetery at a later date.
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Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.
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Dear the Allan Family,
Hi its Jason Hulzebos from Blyth, Ontario. I’m sorry for your guys loss.
Susan, Greg and family, my condolences on the loss of your aunt.
Sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. My condolences to Bob and his family.
My condolences to the family.
I have many fond memories of family gatherings many years ago.
Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly, and Jason and the Allan Family,
Thinking of you all and sending my deepest sympathies as you navigate the difficult loss of your mother and grandmother. May the wonderful memories you shared, and the love of your family and friends, provide comfort and strength during this challenging time.
Tracy McLennan
Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly, and Jason and the Allan Family,
Thinking of you all and sending my deepest sympathies as you navigate the difficult loss of your mother and grandmother. May the wonderful memories you shared, and the love of your family and friends, provide comfort and strength during this challenging time.
Tracy and Paul McLennan
To the Allan Family; Our sincerest sympathy to you all. We knew Marg and Bob through curling at the Seaforth Curling Club. What wonderful memories we all have from there.
Sincerely Gordon & Irma Pryce
Dear Bob & Family,
Sending condolences as you navigate through the loss of Margaret.
May you be surrounded by comfort and peace. What a beautiful lady.
Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly, and Jason, so sorry to hear of your loss, thinking of you.
Thinking of you at this very sad time. With sincere condolences.
Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly, and Jason and the Allan Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Thinking of you all as you work through this most difficult time. May the love of your family, friends and neighbours support you as you celebrate her life. I am certain that you have lots of wonderful memories to reminisce and hold close.
Denise Haines
Dear Bob and family,
So sorry to hear of Marg’s death.
Thinking of you.
Dianne
We are very sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Our heartfelt sympathy to you Bob and family, at this sad and difficult time.
Dear Bob and family,
We are so very sad to learn of Marg’s passing.
Cherish the happy memories.
Gwen and John
Our sincere sympathy to all of the Allan family. For a good many years the Allan family were friendly neighbours we had the pleasure of getting to know and enjoy. Our thoughts are with all of you as you share in the loss of a delightful mother and grandmother. We send kind respects.
Laura, Kevin and Family.
Our condolences on the passing of your mom. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Audrey Missy Paul and family
Our deepest condolences to the Allan family. She will be deeply missed
Dear Bob:
I was saddened to read in today’s London Free Press that Marg had passed away. I extend my condolences to you and your family. She was such a kind person. I recall us exchanging information via notes and Christmas cards about our breast cancer experience many years ago.
With deepest sympathy,
Bob and Family:
So sorry to hear about Marg’s passing. Sending sincere condolences. Thinking of everyone during this difficult time.
Laura and family,
I am sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Bob & Family,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at the passing of your beloved Marg. We keep you and your family in our prayers during this time of grief for all of you.
Fred & Barb Truchon
Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly & Jason.
We are so sorry to hear of your Mother’s/ Grandmother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Janine and Jamie Payne
Bob and family.
So sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cherish the precious memories in the days to come.
I regretted reading about Margie’s passing, my condolences to all of the Allan family. Margie truly was kind and considerate in all facets of life.
In the 1940’s the Zapfe farm and the Hill farm were side by each south of Brucefield. As children we went back and forth to play. Once we were playing in the Zapfe barn area and Margie kicked an old bucket into the air. Me, being too dopey to duck, still carry the dent in my forehead. Margie was beside herself with concern.
One fall morning whilst walking west of Brucefield to school at SS#10, Margie on her bicycle caught up to me and stopped to give me a ride on the crossbar . We didn’t get too far when the front wheel buckled, the forks jabbed into the road and broke off. Margie and I went over the handlebars and the rest of the bike fell on top of us. Margie made sure l was alright but again was very much concerned.
Margie was always kind, always interested in “you” and always gracious.
Regards — Murray Hill
Such a lovely lady my deepest condolences 💐
I just heard about Marg’s passing. I am so sorry to hear this. We were very good friends when she lived in Clinton and had lots of laughs in their rec room and a jig or two on their coffee table lol. Lost touch over the years but remember her well. Our thoughts are with the family.
Laurie Lee (Daw)
Bob and Family:
So sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Sending sincere condolences to everyone.
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Laura, Kevin, Dillon, Molly & Jason.
We are so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Thinking of you all at this difficult time. Thoughts also go out to Janice and Bob.
Andy, Kristin, Abby, Andre & Leesa.