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RODER: Margaret Isabel

Posted By On November 23, 2025 @ 12:00 AM In Goderich, Obituary | 15 Comments

RODER: Margaret Isabel

Peacefully at Jessica’s House Hospice, Exeter, Sunday, November 23, 2025. Margaret Isabel Roder (Ridley), age 99, formerly of Arkona, Ontario.
Margaret is survived by her daughter Beth Hazlitt, son Art Roder (Cathy), and son-in-law Doug George. Devoted grandmother to 6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.
Predeceased by husband Allen (2002), son Allan Jr. (1965), daughter Linda George (2012), daughter-in-law Janet Roder(2018) and son-in-law Greg Hazlitt (2023).
Margaret will long be remembered for her indomitable will, always ready to face a challenge with determination. Her 99 years are a testament to her unyielding spirit and resilience both in her personal and business life.
We are grateful to Patricia Robinson, CarePartners, Jessica’s House and staff of Harbour Hill Retirement Home for the compassionate care Margaret received during her last days.
Cremation has taken place. As per Margaret’s wishes there will be no funeral home visitation.
Donations to Jessica’s House Hospice or the Royal Canadian Legion Poppy Fund would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.


Condolences for the family of “RODER: Margaret Isabel”

Condolence from Mark Rosemary Lois Miriam von Keitz on November 25th, 2025 12:02 AM

We have many fond memories of Aunt Margaret. She was always welcoming and a fun hostess.

Condolence from Jo-Anne Homan on November 25th, 2025 11:45 AM

Beth I am sorry for the loss of your mum. I did not know her but loosing a mother is always difficult. I think of you often when I drive past your home. Hugs Jo-Anne

Condolence from Barb Allen on November 25th, 2025 1:22 PM

My deepest sympathy Beth, for the loss of your mom.

Condolence from Karen Sturdy on November 25th, 2025 5:10 PM

Sorry, Beth, to read that your mom has died. I did not know her but wanted you to know that I was thinking of you. Please accept my condolences. Karen Sturdy

Condolence from Mary Lou Falconer on November 25th, 2025 5:46 PM

Beth & Art, Paul & I send our condolences on your mother’s passing. We will miss our visit with Margaret when we pass through Goderich .
I have many fond memories of time spent in your parent’s home. Visits when I was young having family meals together in our home.
Beth you often stopped in to wait for your mom at our home when your music lesson was done.
Linda and I enjoyed time together with the animals and pets on the farm and an occasional horseback ride.
I watched as your mom weathered the tragic death of her teenage son, Allen, yet she went on as hard as that was. She faithfully stood by her husband, during his long illness and passing . Then again she faced the death of another adult child, Linda.
Auntie Margaret certainly exhibited strength , tenacity and compassion for those she walked through life with. She loved her family and always filled me in on what each one was doing and how proud she was of the grandchildren .
Auntie Margaret I will miss you❤️

Condolence from Florence Witherspoon on November 25th, 2025 8:29 PM

I’m sorry to hear about the passing of your mother, Beth. I see Kate in her eyes. Wishing you strength.

Condolence from Barbara Desjardins on November 27th, 2025 5:37 AM

Please accept my condolences in your recent loss. Your mom will be spending Christmas in heaven this year. Wishing you peace and comfort.

Condolence from Janice Henderson on November 27th, 2025 5:42 PM

My heart goes out to all the families, my sincere condolences.
Janice & Robert

Condolence from Audrey McCabe on November 27th, 2025 6:02 PM

Beth, Kate and Family
I was very sorry to hear of your Mother/Grandmother’s passing.
My sincere condolences.
Audrey

Condolence from Wayne Kloske on November 28th, 2025 3:49 PM

Art&Beth, Kathy and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. We had so many fun filled times together with Margaret and Allen over the years. Please accept our condolences. Wayne

Condolence from Anna Drnek on November 29th, 2025 2:08 AM

Our family immigrated to Arkona from the Netherlands in 1954 and my dad was hired by Alan Roder. What a blessing to our family the Roders were! Each Christmas they would bless us with a generous bonus for Dad and an appliance or household item for my Mom. Dad would often eat his lunch with the family and would rave about your mom’s pies. Many years have passed since that time but we have not forgotten their generosity.
We express our condolences to the family and may you find comfort in the expressions of sympathy and memories of those whose lives were touched by their kindness

Condolence from Liz Herman on November 29th, 2025 3:42 PM

Dear Beth and Family: Thinking of you at this sad time. Sincerely: Liz Herman and Family

Condolence from Lois Tebbutt on November 30th, 2025 6:12 PM

Dear Beth, Kate, Rick, Archer and Oscar:
Our sincere condolences upon the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Wayne and Lois Tebbutt

Condolence from Jan Fitchett on December 1st, 2025 2:38 PM

My deepest sympathy to the Roder Family
Margaret was certainly one of a kind!!
Not too many people left on this earth that are as hard a worker as she was!!
Remember all your good times!!
Love Jan

Condolence from Mary Lou Falconer on December 23rd, 2025 1:29 AM

I had such a lovely visit with Aunt Margaret in the fall of 2023 and she suggested we get a photo to remember our day.

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