FIRST GLANCE

FIRST GLANCE: Correspondent passes away

(from) The Meaford Express, December 17, 1997

Longtime Meaford Express correspondent and Walter's Falls native Margaret Quinton died last Thursday, December 11, at the age of 77.

Funeral services were held Monday at St. Philip's Anglican Church in Walter's Falls, officiated by Rev. Wm. Rowles, and afterwards many paid tribute to her contribution to her community.

"Her passing leaves a large vacancy in this community. Few others have contributed so much time and effort for the benefit of their fellow citizens," states a tribute to her life submitted to the Express by the citizens of Walter's Falls. She was a wife and mother extraordinary, a dedicated church worker, a long-time Women's Institute member, a community centre board member, a local historian and member of the Historical Society, and an active member of local citizen ratepayer groups.

"These are but a few of Margaret's contributions to her community and society, all this in addition to a lifetime dedication to her family," said the tribute. "Her passing leaves us a legacy of memories that cannot replace her, but cannot be taken from us. We thank God for the privilege of knowing her and being her friend."

Mrs. Quinton is survived by her husband, Maurice and their seven children, Ellen Edmonstone, of Brampton, Larry and his wife Jean, of Brampton, Anthony of Fort St. John, B.C., David and his wife Gail, of Hamilton, Reginald and his wife Kate, of London, Dale and his wife Sherrie, of Mission, B.C., Paul and his wife Judy, of Milton. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Sister of Grace Whieldon of Markdale and Wm. (Mac) Dixon and his wife Shirley, of Mitchell. Predeceased by two sisters, Edna and Iva and a brother, Walter. Interment followed the funeral at St. Phillip’s Cemetery.

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