Peacefully at her home, surrounded by family on March 7, 2022 of Ilderton at the age of 72. Beloved mother of Tammy Kerwin (Mark Mino), Sharrie Wing (Andy), Lynne Bowes (Frank), Andrew Waligora (Ruth), and Jason Waligora. Loving granny of Chrystal, Michael (Eryn) and Bella; Kyle and Sarah (Joel); Alexander; Zen, and PJ; and Dominick and great granny of Chloe and Nora. Dear sister of Maureen Robertson (Keith) and Doris Howell (Jim). Missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Predeceased by grandson Johnathon Kell, parents Anne Praties (Peter) and Edward Goodsell (Gladys), and husband Zen Waligora.
Margaret accomplished a great amount in her time here she was a nurse, pastor, teacher, sponsor, and entrepreneur. Margaret was the founder of the Cedarbrook Society, and Special Care people. Her furry companions Gracie and Rosie joined her on her final journey to Heaven to meet the Lord.
A funeral service will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Lucan (519-227-4211) on Saturday March 12, 2022 at 2PM, with visitation one hour prior. Cremation to follow. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must register to attend the visitation please click “Register Now” below, to register. Though the service is private, the family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh
Donations to the Darling Home for Kids, or the Amnesty International Canada would be appreciated.
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Ingrid Young
It is with deep sadness that we recognize the Transition of Maggie Waligora. Although I met Maggie only briefly some years ago, her life was an example to others through her kind and caring nature, her inquiring mind, and her obvious love for her family. We are deeply grateful and honored by her daughter Sharrie’s donation of Maggie’s mystical books through her long-time association with our Order. Each soul personality is on a personal path of enlightenment in coming to know the God of our Hearts. We send our love at this time and our thoughts to Maggie’s family as she experiences Peace Profound and continues her soul’s journey. With sincerest best wishes, Ingrid Young, on behalf of the Rosicrucian Order AMORC
Kristen Howell
Email from Darling Home Executive Director; I joined the organization back in 2003 and had the opportunity to meet Maggie at several fundraising events early on in my tenure. Her passion for supporting children with medical complexities and their children was apparent through her work with Special Care People and in founding The Cedarbrook Society. Without Maggie’s vision and fierce determination, The Darling Home for Kids would not be here today; I think of her often as we have a plaque in her honour by the front entranceway into the home. Her legacy lives on in our organization as we continue to embody her vision of supporting families throughout their cancer journey’s. We were touched to read that the family is requesting donations to The Darling Home in her memory. Kristen Harrell.
Maureen
To my sister who I loved so much.
Michel Singer.
According to modern science no energy is ever lost. That is the truth behind the deepest intuition of mankind that in the end we are immortal. We die to live again.
Dalai Lama. There is no need for temples and no need for complicated philosophy. Our own brain and our own heart is our temple. The philosophy is kindness. You did it. I love you.
Jackie and Jay
Our thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. May you hold the memories of the good times and great accomplishments of Margaret in your hearts forever. We hope you find comfort in each others company while you celebrate her life.
Cheryl van Daalen-Smith
There isn’t enough room to put all of the ways that Maggie contributed to nursing, and to the care of children with complex needs living in the community. Her work alongside me in strengthening the Ontario Pediatric Nurses Interest group and in founding the Canadian Association of Pediatric Nurses took us away so many times on trips where we advocated for children, their families and for pediatric nursing standards.
Her work as a clinical educator in community health nursing at York university brought kindness and compassion for her students to a whole new level. So many times I’d see her lugging something from her home, that she was bringing in to serve as a metaphor as she strove to teach her students to connect on a soul-level with their patients and their communities. She served as a role model to other clinical teachers, gently, lovingly. She single handedly led York’s quest to attain all kinds of innovative community placements for nursing students, driving to each of them with her dog Jackie, one at a time – so as to build relationships with them on behalf of the school of nursing.
Her love of her family is the stuff of novels – never wavering in her unconditional love of her grandchildren most especially. While nursing and family were her callings – so too, was ministry. Many a day/evening we’d spend together – her studying for her Masters of Divinity and me for a PhD. Every so often she’d look up, and we’d share something we had read and have profound discussions about life, compassion, or whatever.
If you were lucky enough to call Maggie a friend – you and I are now kindred spirits – she never wavered in her desire to know how I was, read my budding attempts at writing, ask about our farm animals, or how my students were that year.
When I drove to see her earlier this week, not making it in time, I did see the dog wagon just outside her apartment door. And there, represented in that wagon where she’d lovingly place her two aged and disabled dogs so as to get them outside for a ‘wee walk’ – is everything that is Maggie. Selfless, a reliable presence and everything associated with Love.
Christine Pierre-Louis
I was very fortunate to have Maggie as a neighbour. She was so dependable and calm and had a great perspective on life. I will miss her but I am glad she is enjoying a well deserved rest in the arms of our Lord with Rosie and Gracie.
I offer my condolences to her wonderful family, especially Sharrie and Tammy who went above and beyond for their Mother’s last days on earth.
Kait h
Thinking of the entire family during this time. Margaret’s love for both people and fur babies was unmatched. She always believed the best in people and was always trying to help those in need. I have many fond memories with her like swimming at her house and Christmas surrounded by the big family. She would always ask how you were doing and she was one of those rare people where you really felt like she wanted to know, not just make small talk. She will be deeply missed.
Janet Connor
My deepest sympathy to all of Maggie’. s large family. She was “one of a kind” and will be missed every day..
Maggie you impacted my life very much, you were always looking for the goodness in everyone. Thank you.
I wish you -Bruce, Gracie and Rosie- peace in your new life. Much love to you.
Janet Connor
Janet Connor
Sincere condolences to Maggie’s large family. She was so very proud of all of you. She will be very much missed.
Maggie I shall miss you and your furry friends Gracie and Rosie every day. You had a huge impact on my life, always looking for goodness in people. Peace be with you
Janet Connor
Barb and Rob Walters
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. We will remember Maggie for her brilliant mind and care and concern for others. She had a big heart and we know she, Rosie, Gracie and Bruce are happy together in God’s eternal home.
Doug & Linda Scott
Our deepest sympathy at this sad & difficult times.
Doug & Linda Scott
Excel Pharmacy
Our Sincere Condolences
The Staff at Excel Pharmacy
Tammy Lynn
Aunty, you will forever be a part of my best childhood memories. Our family and lives were blessed. I’m so happy you were welcomed peacefully and left surrounded by love.
Bless you family, BIG HUGS
Gracie Coleman
To Sharrie Wing & Margaret’s entire Family: Your NIADA family of Associates, Patrons and Artists, send our most sincere condolences. May your Mother’s soul rest in peace.
Yvette Halyk
Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Yvette and Don
Jane Gradison
Margaret, may the Lord welcome you with his loving, open arms into Heaven. You spent your life helping your family and so many others throughout your nursing career. Now may you rest in peace. You will be sadly missed by so many.
Aunt Jane
Derick Martin
Margaret may you rest well and look down on all those hearts you have touched. Your in loving care with all those who we have loved and lost.
The family left behind will miss you but smile from all those wonderful memories you helped create ❤️
Fiona
So sad to hear this my thoughts are with you and all the family Fiona Tom And Grace Martins daughter x