MARGARET MONO MACKLING (PERFECT)

Condolences & Memories (21 entries)

• Margaret will be with me for many wonderful, fun-filled lunches and beautiful walks on the special island in the Caribbean where I am now living. When we meet again we will both be wearing leather and we will be partying up a storm. Thank you for your joie de vivre MM3 and for being my friend. Susan - Posted by: Susan Biggs (friend) on: Feb 20, 2013

• We wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Margaret Mackling, our esteemed colleague and friend. Marg was an important member of the VON Canada Team for her knowledge, communication skills, warmth and great sense of humour. Margaret Mackling was a nursing leader who made a very signifant contribution to Winnipeg, Manitoba and Canada. We are so shocked and sorry to hear of her death. We will really miss her friendship because we've kept in touch with visits, telephone calls and correspondence. With our love and deepest sympathy, Eleanor and Donna. - Posted by: Eleanor MacDougal and Donna J. Roe (Retired National Directors, VON Canada) on: Feb 13, 2013

• MARG LIVED ACROSS THE STREET FROM US. WE HAD WONDERFUL HAPPY HOURS. SHE AND MARY LOVED RASBERRY PIE MADE FROM OUR GARDEN. RAE AND JERRYS SHOULD NAME A BOOTH AFTER HER. I SOLD MY CAR TO MARG IN 2011 AND I NOW HAVE BOUGHT IT BACK. WONDERFUL MEMORIES. ENJOYED LINDA'S TALK AT THE MEMORIAL. L25 DEER LODGE WON'T BE THE SAME WITHOUT HER. - Posted by: ERNIE AND JOAN WILKIE (NEIGHBOURS AND FRIENDS) on: Feb 01, 2013

• I first met Margaret when I worked for VON. Marg always expressed confidence in me as a nurse, and included me in her professional world. She opened up many opportunities in my nursing career. She was my Mentor. Marg and John attended our Wedding at the Kenville Hall in 1977, and we remained friends ever after. Marg took an interest in our family, and we enjoyed many visits with Marg and Mary over the years. She will be missed. - Posted by: Betty Ter Horst (Friend) on: Jan 24, 2013

• She was a great sister to Mary and never left her side when she was ill during the early part of 2012. Both laldies brought a great deal of pride to the Perfect faimily through their accomplishments. I live in Minneapolis and would drive to Riding Mountain Provincial part during summer months. Such a lovely place. Margaret took over the cookings and everything was special. Many of her friends visited her in the park. I enjoyed talking to her on the phone and will miss our visits. Barb Smith - Posted by: Barbara Perfect Smith Bloomington, Minn. (Second cousin. Our grandfathers were brothers in Ontario) on: Jan 12, 2013

• Many of my favourite times as a kid were spent Christmas Eve at Auntie Marg & Uncle Carl's home on Deer Lodge Place. She always made us nephews and nieces feel so grown up and special. Anyone that I have met over the years who knew her, always mentioned to me what a caring, giving person she was. Love and hugs to Len, Dawne and family. - Posted by: Ross Mackling (nephew) on: Jan 08, 2013

• Many wonderful memories of times spent together during nurses training in Wpg. Marg was an exceptionl friend - never to be forgotten! Rest in peace Marg - much love. June - Posted by: June (richards) Crookes (Friends during nursing school and after.) on: Jan 07, 2013

• Dear Len, Dawne, Kelly Dawne and family. Charles and I would like to express our sincere condolences to you all. We know that you have had a tough last year. Your mother was such a delightful friend. Who could never forget Christmas dinner in July, always the hottest day of the year and cooked on the wood-burning stove in the cottage. There would also always be a bouquet of wild flowers (relocated from outside the park), sometimes paintbrush, sometimes black-eyed susans or prairie grasses. She was so proud of Kelly Dawne and delighted with Iya. We heard stories of her and John's honeymoon, spent at Clear Lake walking the golf course for two games a day and wondered where they would find the energy for any other fun. We enjoyed getting the brochures for the Deer Lodge foundation and seeing the costumes and get-ups for the photos. All in all, we had many wonderful times with Margaret and Mary and our sister Donna and brother-in-law Glenn, also lake neighbours. We look forward to getting to know Len and Dawne better at the same location. - Posted by: Donna McMillan and Charles Lye (Student of Margaret's (Donna) and neighbours at Clear Lake) on: Jan 06, 2013

• When I first met Marg she had invited myself and husband Bert to her house, as we were included in a party for the VON. At first meeting her I was very nervous, but she easily put me at ease. She questioned me concerning my ongoing studying at U of WPG, and encouraged me to continue. Over the years Marg was always interested in how I was doing, and what was happening in the family. (Two daughters became nurses.) Her greater interest, and the person she loved to talk to most, was husband Bert. Over the years, cards became less, but phone calls became more frequent. After Bert died nearly five years ago, she still called asking after myself and the family, and invariably said she so missed Bert and their wonderful talks together. Marg was a lovely person, and she will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Audrey Moseley (Friend) on: Jan 03, 2013

• The sudden loss of Margaret has left a huge hole in my life, as it surely has for so many others. I first knew Margaret in the mid-1970's, at the U of Manitoba, where we both taught public health to undergraduate nursing students. Margaret influenced me to go on to graduate school at the University of Minnesota where she had gone for her Masters' degree. Her mentorship literally changed my life and I still teach nursing in the USA. Margaret and I remained friends ever since. In 1989 I drove three U of MN professors (her close friends Delphi Fredlund, Alma Sparrow, and Charlotte (Phflug) Carver) from Minneapolis to Winnipeg to celebrate Margaret's career upon her retirement from the VON. It was a joyous trip to honour Margaret and she saw that we were treated like VIPs. Margaret and I shared a love for beautiful footwear, and her favorite shoes were by the Canadian designer Thomas Wallace. Even the last time I met with her in early November she was carrying her "pretty" shoes so that she could put them on once she was seated. She lamented that she had to resist buying new pumps but could only look at them longingly as she window-shopped. I visited with Marg in May of 2012, at our WGH Nurses' reunion. Margaret was the only nurse to represent her class as any others could no longer travel. I later visited her and Mary at Mary's condo before returning to my home in Wisconsin. I last saw her in November at Rae & Jerry's as we shared a favorite treat of hers with our coffee-coconut cream pie. I had no idea it would be the last time, because she talked of coming to visit me in March. I will be driving from Eau Claire, WI to Winnipeg to attend the Memorial service. I wonder if there are others similarly affected who would like to meet in the Rae & Jerry's Lounge after 4 PM of the 9th, following the memorial service? We could take turns sitting in Margaret's favorite chair and lift a glass to toast her... Cheryl Ann Lapp, Eau Claire, Wisconsin. - Posted by: Cheryl Ann Lapp (Friend ) on: Jan 01, 2013

• I was introduced to Margaret some 45 years ago, as I was dating her niece Judith Mackling. From the first day she showed me total respect and made me feel like a special friend. Every time I would visit Wpg. I would make a point of spending some time with Margaret. She was a special LADY and will be missed. Bill Waddell - Posted by: Bill Waddell (Freind) on: Dec 31, 2012

• I first met "Mrs. Mackling" as a BN student in the 70's. Although I did not pursue a career in her area of expertise, she always encouraged and supported me in my own journey in the nursing profession. Her winning smile, good humour and grace will always be remembered with fondness. A life well lived! - Posted by: Patrice Yamada () on: Dec 27, 2012

• We VON friends from the 60's had just enjoyed a Coffee Party with Margaret where she inspired us to start a book of pictures and stories of the glory days in the VON under her leadership. Of course she was to be our advisor. Now "THE BOOK" will be dedicated in her honour, as a lasting legacy of all the ways Margaret contributed to our lives. We welcome your stories and pictures. Send to sonjal@ mymts.net. - Posted by: Sonja Lundstrom (VON nurse whom she hired as I graduated in 1963) on: Dec 23, 2012

• Margaret, a friend and mentor, to many of us. Missing you a great deal. I know you are watching over many of us. - Posted by: Connie Newman (Friend) on: Dec 23, 2012

• Margaret is a dear friend and I treasure the lifetime of joy she brought to my life. She was my mentor as a young nurse with the V.O.N. and our friendship grew from there. Words cannot express how much I appreciated her caring manner and the depth of her friendship. Margaret, I will miss our daily talks. You will never leave my thoughts Love, your friend, Dolores J. Sigson (Lolly) - Posted by: Dolores J. Sigson (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• The world has lost a truly wonderful woman. We consider ourselves exceptionally fortunate to have had her be a part of our lives. When you look at life and the decisions you have made you realize that there are certain individuals who play an intricate part. We have often found ourselves saying, “What would Aunty Marge do?” The manner in which she lived her life provided a shining beacon to guide one through the trying times. We feel sorrow at losing her presence on this earth but treasure the joy and memories of having known and loved her. Thanks Aunty Marge. We shall strive to live our lives with your example of joy, honour and grace . With love, Mark, Lyn, Blaire and Maren Sigson - Posted by: Mark Sigson (Godson ) on: Dec 22, 2012

• Dear Len, Dawne, and Family, We were sorry to read today of your Mom's passing last week. Although we never met her, we understood that she was an involved person with family and friends and community. The memorial tribute that you have written recognises that she will be remembered and missed by many. Please accept our most sincere condolences in your loss. We wish you Peace and Love throughout the Christmas Season, and in 2013. Sincerely, Shirley & John. - Posted by: Shirley & John Unrau (friends) on: Dec 22, 2012

• She was such a great lady.. So full of life. She came to my restaurant for many years lunching with all her friends. She was loved by many. I was always guaranteed a big hug when I saw her. - Posted by: Dale () on: Dec 22, 2012

• She was a most special Lady who touched many lives. I will be in from Halifax for her service in January, but it will not be the same without lunch at Rae and Jerry's with Margaret! - Posted by: Joan Cleghorn (Long time friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• I first met M3 through the St. James Assiniboine Senior Centre in 1998. She had bought herself a laptop computer & was looking for someone to help her use it. I was currently teaching an evening course for seniors at the Centre & M3 was given my name. Then over the course of the next 14 years I had the privilege of calling her a close friend. My family & I had visited her & Mary at their cottage at Clear Lake where my daughter was really taken with them both & how at ease & welcome they made us feel. I'll miss our lunches at her "office" at Rae & Jerry's as well as her emails & jokes. I was always impressed at how M3 always wanted to keep up with the latest technology & just 6 weeks ago I accompanied her to the Apple store where she bought herself an iPad. She was a remarkable lady & her laugh & friendship will be missed. RIP M3, it's been wonderful knowing you. - Posted by: Gerry Markovich (Close friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• enclosing those hugs that one needs at this difficult time. - Posted by: Harold and Bernice Einarson (Len's and Dawns close Woodkands companions) on: Dec 22, 2012