I knew Margot through the Calgary Women's Chorus and am grateful for that. I got to know her better when planning a Highland dance trip through Scotland, with the home base of Stirling, in 2014. Margot was a wealth of information! When Margot visited Scotland shortly after our return, I asked if she'd bring me a small box of Scottish tea. Ever so generously, Margot brought a lifetime supply! I'll think of her fondly with each sip. I also have one of her Christmas music books, which I'll treasure. Margot was a lovely woman and I'm grateful for the privilege of having known her.

I met Margot at Calgary Womens’ Chorus. She impressed me with her positive energetic demeanour. I am very sad to see “ this light go out”. I can only imagine what a great impression that she has made, with so many, over her lifetime. It was a pleasure crossing paths with her even for such a brief time!

On Wednesday January 22 our dear Margot died. We are so glad that we had a chance to see her that afternoon, give her big hugs and hold her hand. I am sure she is now singing in the heavenly choir... with a Scottish lilt and a bit of a twinkle. We remember her no-nonsense manner, sense of adventure, deep commitment to her students and education and love for life and literature and travel and card-making. And she loved music; in fact her ukelele was sitting beside her bed in case she wanted to play a few tunes and sing a few songs.

Margot was loving and beloved by her family and friends and we miss her dearly.

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This photo of Margot, Brieta and I was taken on Sunday December 15, 2019 just over six weeks ago... this is how we will remember her in her blue chair surrounded by some of those who loved her.

Margot was an active member of Grace Presbyterian Church for over thirty years. Margot’s faith and devotion to Grace Church were important parts of her life. Her beautiful alto voice enriched the Chancel Choir, her leadership as President and Secretary of the Grace Bethany Women’s Group and her commitment to the work of the Church School are lasting legacies in our church community. Her large circle of friends in Grace are saddened by her passing but are thankful for her years of friendship and service.

We express our deepest sympathy to Margot’s sister, Jeanette, and her extended family in Scotland.

Margot was a wonderful colleague for many years at Chinook Learning Services. Her love of teaching, literature and students was always evident. Conversations with Margot were valued. I wish to extend my sincere sympathies to her family and many friends.

Betty Jean Berry

Margot contributed so much to the teaching profession. She helped me when I first started teaching, and I continued to see her throughout my career, both at professional activities and at the opera. She inspired many good ideas and imparted much wisdom. When I think of her, I always picture her with a smile on her face. My condolences to her extended family. Please know that Margot was a valuable friend and will be much missed.

Working with Margot at Chinook Learning Services was definitely one of the best teaching experiences of my career. Whether designing on-line learning packages, working one-on-one with students or supporting her colleagues, Margot was always ready to assist. Her kindness and sense of humour, coupled with an astute and practical nature supported the teaching and learning at our program. As we lived in the same area, I often bumped into her and always enjoyed our little visits.

I knew of her health issues and was able to send my regards to her via a colleague.

Please accept my deepest sympathies. I will always be glad she was my friend.

Nikki Coles