Passed away at Seaforth Community Hospital on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of the late Glen McClure (2011) for 59 years. Cherished mother of Barb and Bill Worden, Marie Leonhardt and Jack Legg, Dave and Carol McClure, Paul McClure, Dan and Lisa McClure, and Donna and Joe Fonti. Margaret will be greatly missed by her 20 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Helen Bettles, Joan and Greg McDonald, and sister-in-law of Ken and Marion McClure, and Murray and Chris McClure. Fondly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her great-grandson Hudson Wolfe, parents Bill and Isabel (Reid) Rogerson, brother and sister-in-law Ken and Marg Rogerson, brother-in-law Gord Bettles, mother and father-in-law Jim and Helen (Kerr) McClure, brother and sisters-in-law Don and Joyce McClure, Marjorie and Eric Anderson, John McClure, and Ron McClure.
Margaret dedicated 22 years of her life to the Seaforth Community Hospital, serving as a compassionate and reliable Emergency Switchboard Operator. A long-standing member of the Cavan United Church – Winthrop, she was deeply involved in the Winthrop community. Her warmth, dedication, and kind spirit touched the lives of many, and she will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Margaret’s neighbours, friends and staff at the Seaforth Community Hospital for the care and compassion provide to her over years.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, SEAFORTH on Friday, January 3rd from 10 AM – 12 PM, where Margaret’s funeral service will be held at 12 PM. Cremation with spring interment at Maitlandbank Cemetery.
If you are unable to attend the service in person, the family invites you to watch the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
Donations to Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or Cavan United Church – Winthrop in Margaret’s memory would be appreciated by the family.
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Mary Ann & Frank Verberne
Sympathies to the entire family. We will remember her for her kindness and infectious smile.
Mary Ann & Frank
cathy andreassi
To Margie’s Family, so sorry for your loss, she was so proud of her Home and Family. I will always remember Margie as a mentor at work at SCH, and a good Friend in Life. Favorite visits were on her back deck chatting and admiring Her Flower Gardens, especially her Beautiful Morning Glories, You will be so missed Margie. cathy
Larry and Pam Torrance
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a lovely woman, and she made the best butter tarts and cookies!!
Doug & Chris Fry
We were saddened to hear of Margie’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Allan Carter
Our condolences to the McClure Families. Marg was a wonderful Lady, always with a great smile. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. Cherish the many memories
Allan and Karen Carter
Gary Bettles
Sincere sympathy to all of Margie’s family. I always enjoyed my chats with her over the years. She will be missed.
Cub
Ken and Joan Campbell
Our condolences to the family of Margaret Mc Clure and the Family.
Cavan will not be the same without her cherrie smile. Our family have
Known Glen and Margaret and family since attending Church and Sunday School at Cavan. I enjoyed our little visits on many occasions.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Sympathy to all the Family
Marg Lamont
Marg will be missed. Loved talking to her at aqua fit every week. Keep your memories close to u. Hugs to the McClure clan. Marg and Bruce Lamont
Chris & Glenn Giller
So sorry to hear of Margie’s passing. She was a lovely woman. Our heartfelt condolences to the McClure and Wolfe family. May your beautiful memories bring you comfort and peace.
Carol LeBeau
To Marg’s family, I wish to extend my sincere sympathy. Our Mothers were first cousins and Marg and I grew up as close neighbours in Tuckersmith. I fondly remember her painting my nails when I was a little girl and this made her an idol in my eyes. May she rest in peace.
Carol LeBeau
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
So sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Such a great, compassionate person to have in our Community. Our paths crossed so many different ways with Marg and Glen. What a great couple!
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
Cathy & Paul Hulley
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to you all at this very sad and difficult time. Cherish the wonderful memories forever in your hearts.
Warren and Judy Beuerman
Our heartfelt sympathies goes out to Margaret’s family. Enjoyed Margie’s 90th birthday party a great celebration. Will also miss chatting with Margie. May the memories live forever in your hearts. Heaven has gain angel. Warren and Judy Beuerman
Judy Beuerman
Our heartfelt sympathies goes out to Margaret’s family. Enjoyed Margie’s 90th birthday party a great celebration. Will also miss chatting with Margie. May the memories live forever in your hearts. Heaven has gained angel to look over us. Judy and Warren Beuerman
Carolanne Doig
I am so sad to hear of Marg’s passing and could not believe she was 92. Her friendly smile just went on forever. My sincerest sympathy to the entire McClure family and to Marg’s many friends and colleagues.
Loretta Dolmage
I was shocked to hear of Margie’s passing. We recently had a robust conversation on the state of affairs in our world today. She will be greatly missed in the community. Our sympathy to all the Family.
Neil & Loretta Dolmage
Ray and Linda mcnichol
Our condolences to each of you. Marg will be remembered fondly for her sincere dedication to her family church and community. She will be with you always .
Kay Mailloux
So glad I made it to a Seaforth Retiremrnt Coffee morning recently and had the opportunity to see her.
Condolences to all her family and friends
Joyce Ribey
I feel so fortunate to have known Marg as a fellow staff member, and member of Cavan United Church. We shared a friendship that I treasure. She lived an amazing life and we’ve been blessed to share so many wonderful occasions with her, Margie you will be missed. Rest in peace.
Elda Tindall
Heart Hugs at this very sad time. Margie was always a delight to work with.
Words can’t heal the pain in your hearts right know but her love will shine through and bring you comfort as time passes.
Patti Fuhr
Barb Bill Dana and Meghan and Families My deepest sympathy Treasure those precious memories you have of her and hold them close to your heart Hugs ❤️
Tammy and Pete Martene
Our heartfelt condolences to the McClure family. May all your wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace
Tammy (Driscoll) and Pete Martene
MaryLou and John Driscoll
To Marg’s family we send our deepest condolences. She was a wonderful person and we are going to miss our chats. Cherish your memories.
MaryLou and John Driscoll
Audrey O’Rourke
My condolences to all of the McClure family in the loss of a special lady. I will miss her at our monthly dinners at the church.
Ken and Anne Murray
Our deepest sympathy to all of Marg’s family. She will be missed!
Jane Forster
Our sympathy Barb and family.
Mary & Jim Barnes
Deepest sympathy to all the McClure families. Margie will be missed by many.
Mary & Jim
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Stanley johns was a schoolmate here and sang in quartette with her wonderful mother Isobel.
I met and really liked Marg at ushering and Auxillary luncheons.
June Johns wth much sympathy.
Murray & Cheryl Wheeler
Deepest sympathies to the McClure families.
Bev and RobTemplema
Deepest sympathy to the entire McClure family. Our thoughts are with you. Cherish your happy memories.
Clyde and Cathy McClure
Our deepest condolences to Aunt Marg’s family. Marg’s smile will shine on.
Sheila Nicol (Campbell)
My deepest condolences on the loss of your mom and grandmother. She was a very kind thoughtful lady.
Barry & Brenna Vincent
So sorry to hear of Marg’s passing. Sending our deepest condolences to the entire McClure family.
Lynne (Dodds) Godkin
My condolences to the entire McClure family. Marg was a lovely lady with such a beautiful smile. She will be dearly missed.
Sandra Eedy
Dave and Carol & McClure Family
My sincere condolence to you all in the loss of your mother. She was truly a beautiful lady in every way.
Think of you all at this sad time!
Sandra Eedy & Family
Carl and Val Bolton
To all of Marg’s family we send our deepest sympathy on the loss of a gem. Marg will be forever remembered.
Carl and Val Bolton
Marlene/ Dave deVries
Our deepest sympathy to you All. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
George & Joyce Vivian
Paul and Family: We want to send our sympathy to you on the passing of your mother and grandmother. You are fortunate to have her with you for a great number of years. Treasure all those family memories.
Don. Dodds.
My sincere condolences to the McClure family at this difficult time. We have lost a wonderful friend and neighbour. She will be missed by many!
Tracy McLennan
Barb, Marie, Dave, Paul, Dan, and Donna and families,
The best part of growing up in Winthrop is knowing your neighbours, and we were so blessed to be known and loved by Marg. I always loved seeing her, especially over the last few years at SHDHS’ Remembrance Day Assemblies when she came with mom and the car full of ladies. May the many memories you have and the love you all shared be comfort to you at this time. Our deepest condolences. Hugs.
Love,
Tracy (Bosman) and Paul McLennan and family
Lenora Lamont
My sympathy to Dave,Carol and Family on the passing of Dave’s Mom.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade
To Barb and family
Sorry to learn of the loss of your mother.
Our condolences to all
Greg & Kathy O’Reilly
Sincere sympathy on the loss of Marg. What a friendly & great lady, & a gem to have worked with. Marg will surely be missed in the community. Keeping all her family in our thoughts & prayers.
Greg & Kathy O’Reilly
Elizabeth (Pryce) Jenkin
My heart goes out to the family.
Mrs. McClure was a wonderful person. I am so lucky to have had our yearly “chat” at Cavan’s Anniversary lunch.
Take comfort in all the lovely memories of such a special lady.
Ron & Dorothea Williamson
Our sincere Sympathy to all of Margie family , to Ken & Marion , Murray & Chris also ! A grand lady will be missed ! We are unable to attend the service .
Rick and Marilyn Vandenbussche
Carol, Paul, Kirby and families, my sympathy on the passing of your mom and grandma. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Brian and Janet Keys
Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers to the McClure family during this time.
Don & Betty Upshall
Dave & Carol and the M Clure families
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing.
She was a lovely person and always had time to chat when we met.
Your memories of her must be great. You will always have them and we hope that they will help you all during this sad time & the days ahead.
Our sympathy is with you all.
May your mother rest in peace.
Don & Betty Upshall
Ruth Smith
My sympathy to Margaret,s family.
We enjoyed having chats at vanastra pool.
Gordon & Irma Pryce
To all the family; Our heartfelt condolences to you all at this sad time. She will be greatly missed, not only by her family but the community as well.
Our prayers go out to you all,
Sincerely. Gordon & Irma Pryce
Mary Anne McNichol
To all of Margs family,
Your mother was always the most pleasant lady to talk to. She will be greatly missed by you all. Keep all the memories close to your heart and know she will be smiling down from heaven.
Mary Anne McNichol
Ron & Kathy Ward
So sorry to hear of the passing of Margy. Thinking of all the family at this difficult time. I’m sure she will be missed by the Winthrop community.
Joy Ross
My deepest sympathy to Margs Family, she was a dear friend, and so very kind and I enjoyed being in her company, Hugs to all, she will be missed, remember the good times, Winthrop will miss her, RIP Marg, Joy Ross
Ron & Dorothea Williamson
Our sincere Sympathy to all of Margie family , to Ken & Marion , Murray & Chris also ! A grand lady will be missed ! We are unable to attend the service .
Gordon Lavis
Our sincere sympathy to all of you, especially our good friend Marie.
Thinking of you at this very sad time.
Hugs from,
Gord and Anne Lavis
Rev. Sheila Macgregor
Margaret was such a beautiful, caring and loving woman and so dedicated to her church. She and Glenn made such a wonderful couple, Sending deepest sympathy to you all on your sad loss but celebrating the wonderful memories you have of this dear mother and grandmother. Rev. Sheila Macgregor
Nancy Denham
My sympathy to the family. Margie was a treasure to know, such a kind person. She will definitely be missed by the community.
John Munro and Rose Burgess
We want to extend our thoughts and prayers on the passing of Margaret McClure and all her extended families. Actually my Grandmother Armstrong was a Rogerson. John Munro
Rick & Carolyn Powell
Marie & family, we are so sorry to learn of your mom/grandma/great-grandmother. She was such a lovely lady. Take comfort in all the wonderful memories you have of her. They will give you comfort. Hugs to all.
Marilyn Horne
I was shocked to hear of Margs passing. She was a wonderful lady. We will miss her at aqua fit. She never missed a session every Monday and Friday.
Janice Brett
Deepest sympathy to the family she was an amazing woman and cherish the memories lots of love ❤️
Brett and Janice Finlayson
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Kelly ONeil
My deepest sympathies to all friends and family members
Sheila Feeney
My Deepest Sympathy to all of Margie’s Family.I am very saddened to hear of her passing. I had the pleasure of working with her at SCH. I will miss our chats at the hospital retirees coffee time on Wednesday’s. She was a wonderful, kind person. May all your precious memories of her help to bring all of you comfort in the difficult days ahead. Fly with the angels Margie.
Jim McNichol
We are saddened to hear of Marg’s passing. Sending our prayers and thoughts to all of the McClure families. Danica & Jim McNichol
Donna and Harry Arts
Our very deepest sympathies all of Margie’s family and especially to Barb, Marie, Dave, Paul, Dan and Donna … and Joan and Helen. I have fond memories of our families spending time together when we were all so much much younger, and I remember those times being filled with laughter, some shenanigans and always good times.
Please know you are in our thoughts during this very sad time and we wish you comfort as you mourn the loss of a lovely lady.
Donna and Harry Arts
Cheryl Johnston
Huge hugs to all of the family. Winthrop has lost another matriarch.