Margaret Doreen Trites
1933-2020
It is with profound sadness
that we announce the death of Margaret Doreen
Trites, 86 of Sackville, New Brunswick on
Monday July 27, 2020.
Margaret leaves behind her husband
of 65 years, Richard “Dick ” and four
children, Dr. Todd (Dafna) Northridge, CA, Dr. Lary (Kathleen)
Sackville, NB, Bonnie (Stephen) Beal, Waterloo, ON, and Dr.
Brian (Donna) Fredericton NB; as well as nine grandchildren Robie,
Alex, Josh, Julia, Hannah, Alexa, Emily, Aiden and Nicole.
Born in Amherst Nova Scotia Margaret was
the last surviving member of her immediate Furlong family, being
predeceased by her parents Robie and Beulah, as well as three brothers
Thomas, Rodger and Howard.
Margaret also has four grand dogs, which
loved being around her, Nanny will miss Lucky (Beagle), Claire (Golden
Doodle), Dozer and Otis (Frenchbulldogs).
Margaret was always there when sports
were being played to cheer on her children and grand children in
basketball, hockey, running track or football. a very active parent
and grandparent. Margaret always loved social gatherings
ranging from family or newly met neighbours her presence
will be missed.
Margaret was a member of the Sackville
Curling Club, The Sackville Art Association, The Lewisville Baptist
Church, and had been the Director of the Social Committee for the
Gulfview Park in Florida. She had been a speed skater, an
avid basketball player, and cavassed for the Heart & Stroke
Foundation in Sackville for many years. Margaret had a wide
range of employment starting as an NB telephone operator
and a secretary with Chrysler Corporation, as well as at
Mount Allison University. She raised four children then went back to
work as a business assistant in the dental practice of Dr.
Lary for many years. Margaret had spent many winters in Florida but
her favorite time was with her family at the cottage in
Amherst Shore.
Margaret has touched many hearts with
her art work ranging from Van Gogh reproductions to wildlife
scenes.
Margaret had the spirit of an
angel.
Funeral arrangements are under the care
and guidance of the Jones Funeral Home,
70 Bridge Street, Sackville (506-364-1300). A time of public
visitation for Margaret will be held at the funeral home from 6-8 pm
on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. Please wear your masks and
respect social distancing measures. A private graveside
service will be held at the Lakeville Cemetery at a later
date. Pastor Gordon MacLeod presiding.
Donations in memory of Margaret can be
made to the Sackville Memorial Hospital
Foundation.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting Margaret’s online memorial at
www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or through the Jones Funeral Home Facebook
Page.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Margaret Doreen Trites 19332020..
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Death notice for the town of: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia