Dearest Aunty, I will always remember the laughter and the passion you had for life! Everything was a give it a go moment! I never realised until now just how much you and your strength inspired and influenced my life. You were one of the strongest female role models in my life. I was so proud to have this amazing vivacious woman as my aunt. We may not have always seen eye to eye but your love was always there. Unconditional and giving. I wish I had been able to say goodbye in person - maybe share a rum! Love you always Aunty! Cat

Dear Kimm and Steven, I have many happy memories of our time as your neighbour in Ashhurst when Margaret looked after my two preschoolers when I went back to work and you two were at school.Then when she came up to live in NP we were able to reconnect. She was an inspiration to me with her inner strength and hard work. She loved talking about her family and her gorgeous grandchildren. I hope she and Barbara get to go on their island holiday together 🥰.

Kimm and Steven I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Margaret's passing. I remember all the fun we had together when she lived here in Ashhurst. Thinking of you and your families.

Hey Margie, I hope today was everything you wanted and more. Your grandsons did you proud as well as your strong amazing daughter. Gosh those boys are all so handsome! I want to thank you for being part of my life, taking me in as another daughter and giving me your 2 cents worth when I needed it. Looking back you really cared about us and knew there was so much more for us than what we ever knew the world offered. Love you so much, I hope you are on the island in the sky enjoying the sun and cocktails. Lastly thank you for bringing your posh girls all back together, I have also found some new found friends which I knew you would love. See ya one day soon I. That gorgeous holiday island xx

I worked with Margaret many years ago at New Plymouth Prison. She was a woman of strong character, intelligent, and never shied from her responsibilities. I bet not many people knew that she was a code-cracker? Rest in peace Margaret.

Kim and family, so sorry to hear of your mums passing. Sending lots of hugs and ❤️ love from our end to yours. Neralee and family xxx

Margie you bought so much love and laughter to my life. I will always remember the week I stayed with you in Renwick and we went to Kaikoura stayed in a motel across the road from the beach. Visiting you in Opunake. But sweetheart what I miss most is our daily phone calls to each other. Save journey my darling girl❤

Those who touch our lives, stay in our hearts forever. Carol

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Dear Margaret You have been a good friend and supported me thru my adventures. Your inspiration was so much appreciated. God bless you and thank you. Denise Wood QSM

Margie, All though we have been apart for many years, I have always kept a place in my heart for you. Through Steven, our son, I have kept in touch with all the happenings in your life.I was always amazed at your grit and get things done attitude.I am shocked at the suddenness of your departure from this life. Be at peace.

Margie - I spoke to you a lot over the last couple of weeks but find words hard to find now. I am left with some wonderful memories of your time here and your strength over the last few weeks was incredible, much like you were! I know how much you loved your family and hope you are peace knowing that they loved you just as much! Have a fabulous time on the island, in the warmth of the sun just as we talked about, all my love to you until we meet again xxx