Obituary of Margaret Wilcox

Wilcox, Helen Margaret

A resident of Chatham, Margaret Wilcox passed away at Riverview Gardens Nursing Home on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at the age of 78.

Born in Chatham, Marg is predeceased by her father, Jim Jones, mother Helen (nee Haggerty) (the late Chuck Carson).

She is reunited with her husband of 60 years, Larry Wilcox (April 20, 2022).

Loving mother of Cheryl Barclay, Chrissy Wilcox and Dawn Ann Ororo.

Grandma to Ashlee, Amanda (Richard), Paige (Maurice), Stephanie. Great-Grandma to Zeke, Xavier, Liam, Averie, Oliver, Andrew and Richard Jr.

Predeceased by brother, Andy and survived by sister-in-law, Lynn Boylan and sons, Caley & Ryan. 

Survived by brother-in-law, Jim Wilcox (Janet) and sister-in-laws, Shirley Fenton (Jack), Lois Moore (Bob) and Janet Boivin (Ron).

Marg will be missed by lots of nieces, nephews and extended family.

Marg was the proud co-owner of Marg & Rosie's Spot for many years. She was a hairdresser, former manager of Bingo Country for several years, and spent time as a bus driver in her earlier years. Margaret loved her bingo, gambling, golf, and entertaining family and friends. She was the life of every party and family events won't be the same without her. Marg will be deeply missed by her daughters, granddaughters and great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend their sincerest appreciation to the staff of Riverview Gardens for their care and compassion with mom. 

Family will receive friends at the Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Wednesday, September 21, 2022 from 2:00 - 4:00 pm & 6:00 - 8:00 pm. A Funeral Service will take place on Thursday at the Funeral Home at 2:00 pm. Cremation to follow. 

If desired, memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Society or to the Canadian Cancer Society. 

Please share a condolences online at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com

McKinlay Funeral Home, 
459 St. Clair Street, 
Chatham, 
519-351-2040