Margaret McKay - a "walking angel" - a tribute

This afternoon, a memorial service at St. Andrew's United Church in River Heights was a time to remember a wonderful person.

Her grandson, Mitch, led off by saying - "The world has lost a walking angel"

Born in Miami, Manitoba, Margaret completed her high school in her home town and then went to business college in Winnipeg where she met her husband Stewart. For many years she juggled raising her family of four children with a successful career in the banking and trust industry and with her community volunteer activities. As one small example, up until last week, at age 81, she was still delivering meals on wheels to people in the community.

She was a favorite of her grandchildren - often attending their sporting events, and was there for them at their graduations.

For many years she was very active in the Liberal Party working closely with Margaret Konantz, with Lloyd Axworthy and many others. I can attest to her efforts and her frequent presence at Liberal events. In 2003, Margaret received the first Senator Gildas L. Molgat Recognition Award.

In 1996, Margaret travelled to Bosnia to be a political observer in Bosnia's first free election.

Thank you Margaret for all you have done. We will miss you. I extend my personal condolences to family and friends.

The photo at the top shows Margaret's photo as it was displayed in the foyer of the Church. Margaret loved puzzles and she left one unfinished. In her memory, we know we still have work to do to continue in her footsteps helping others.

One of the best comments at the memorial service was about Margaret's approach to life "Have a passion - and pursue it the best you are able." Margaret did.