28 May 1936 – 9 March 2022
28 May 1936 – 9 March 2022
Margaret Lydia Wright (formerly Ryan, nee Long-Taylor)
Peacefully at Summerset Rest Home on Wednesday 9 March 2022, aged 85.
Dearly loved partner of Bill Jones. Loved wife of the late Glen Ryan and Gill Wright.
Loving Mum, mother-in-law and step-mother of Christine, Julie, Tracey and the late Richard, Diane and Graham, Lynne and Nick.
Cherished Nanna of Irina and Freeman; Shaun and Renee; Daniel and Lisa, Victor and Amanda, Libby and Jay, Jay and Emma, Alex and Sunney, Henry and Miho and G-Nan of Anyel; Hunter, and Caitlyn; and Remi .
Dear friend of Daniel Vandenberg and Kiwi Nanna to Franzi and Kyle.
Messages for Margaret’s family may be left here on her tribute page.
Invited family and friends will celebrate Margaret’s life on Tuesday 15 March 2022 at 10.30am, her wider community are invited to join us via the livestream.

Margaret, I only learned today of your passing. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. I played such a small role in your life as a support worker for 4 years but I'm very grateful for that opportunity to know you. You were always welcoming of me and appreciative of the work I was able to do for you. Thanks for your affirmation. I will miss seeing you regularly and catching up with your news. My love to Billy and your girls.
I have just viewed Margaret’s service my condolences to all her family. I first meet Margaret at the end of 1940s when my dad meet Bill Taylor working at Boons and brass band where dad was present our 2families became good friends sharing a many Friday nights at Taylors home by the racecourse, Us using Bills caravan he built holidaying at Oakura and Fitzroy beaches. I always admired the wonderful piano playing Margaret did as well a wide range of music. Rest In Peace Margaret. Val King née Main ex Stratford
To Margaret's family our condolences, such memories of a vibrant woman full of life, her love of music and fashion made her mark in life. God Bless Margaret Taylor Sherryl & Robert.
My Aunty Margaret was ever present over my now 57 years. She loved a lot, she forgave a lot. She never judged others, or spoke badly about any person, in front of me. I had hoped she would out live most of her generation, and feel she left too soon. As numbers at her service were limited to 25, the 100's that she touched over the years, stepped back to allow her inner circle to be present. We still care and feel her loss. I watched the recording of the service and know many others will too. Aunty Margaret had a quiet strength and resilience, that she had acquired over many years, and many losses. She had a certain Grace about her that most of us could not attain. R.I.P.
Love and condolences to all of Margaret's family. I have so many wonderful memories of Aunty Margaret, all filled with music, laughter and family stories. There was never a dull moment when we were around her - she was inspiring in the way that she made the most of every situation and experience. There was no doubt that she lived life to the fullest - a life well-lived. With love from Lynne
Sincere condolences to Margaret’s family. I have fond memories of our time together in St Joseph’s choir, and of musical productions and concerts shared over many years. Margaret was always beautiful and stylish. May she Rest In Peace. Judith Bennett
Margaret was a lovely woman with a huge kind heart. She enriched my time at FDMC when we both worked there. Those whom she taught were indeed priviledged. Her knowledge was vast, her talents endless. Rest Peacefully Dear Friend. My sincere condolences to Margarets family and friends. She will be sorely missed. Vonda Montgomery
Love and sympathy to Margaret's family. A dynamic lady - at 85 still a long standing consultant in our Nutrimetics team.. fond memories from us all Lorraine Day
Dear family of Margaret,such a lovely lady,(we met in Wd4B)You are in my thoughts & prayers at this very sad time.May precious memories be a comfort to you all.God bless Maureen Green
To Margarets family and Bill she was such a lovely lady. Miss her when I go to church and she not reading or singing. She contributed so much at StJoseph Church, before she had to give up due to health problems. All my love Jan Clarke🌹🌹🌹🌹
A life long friend from Stratford, Tariki & New Plymouth days, two visits to my Gold Coast home, likewise I had stayed with her on a couple of my return visits to NP, so it was a shock for me to learn of her passing! My love & sympathy to her family and Bill, I have so many fond memories of a loyal friend for all our lives!
Margaret.. loving and caring to your family and friends, lover and creator of music, and dedicated follower of fashion. May the flute and ukulele orchestra in heaven be playing to your songsheet. Love from Diane and Graham 💝
Our deepest sympathy to all of Margarets family.💙Comfort and peace in your time of loss. Gayleen and Bryan West
Sorry to hear of Margarets passing. My sympathy to all the family. A lovely lady.
We enjoyed your company in the ukulele group. Condolences to the family.
Our relationship goes back to 1955/6 when we were students at Ardmore Teachers' College. We valued her friendship and loved her dearly. Sorry we can't all be there to sing Gaudeamus at your funeral darling Marg. Rest in peace.
Farewell to one of "The Stratford Girls" you can leave your worries behind and we'll remember you. Nora
Many happy memories of a caring,loving lady. Remembered very fondly. Much love and hugs to all the family xx
Much love, hugs and kisses to Margarets family Xxxx RIP
Dear Margaret. Sorely missed as a friend, colleague and fellow resident. Your presence lit up the Summerset residents' gatherings. I cherish also your affinity for music. Rest in Peace and may Bill and your family be comforted in their loss.
Deepest Sympathy to all the family


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