Passed peacefully away surrounded by her family, Marguerite (Hamilton) Lawrence. Marguerite, a nurse and war bride, was born in Waterford, Ireland and came to Canada in 1946 with her beloved husband, Chester, who predeceased her in 1979. She leaves with many fond memories three daughters: Laura (Craig) Strang, Sheila (Bob) Baird, and Patricia (Peter) Blow; seven grandchildren: Erin (Scott), Ian, Vicki (Brad), Laura, Danny, Dreda and Oliver; sisters-in-law: Annie, Edith, Isabel, and Ruth; brother Harry; special friend Mereda Preece; and little cat Jigger; as well as many other relatives and good friends. Marguerite was a founding and lifetime member of the Bay of Islands SPCA. Her kindness to all of God’s creatures, both human and animal, made her a very special person. Visitation will take place at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Mark’s Avenue, Monday 7-9 p.m., and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will take place on Wednesday, November 18th, at 2 p.m. from The Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Archbishop Stewart Payne officiating. Interment to follow at Mt. Patricia Cemetery. Many thanks to Dr. Coleman and the staff on the 6th floor of the hospital for making her comfortable during her last year. As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made to the SPCA. The family guestbook may be signed or a memorial donation may be made through our website at www.fillatre.ca.

“The Lord watch between me and thee
while we are absent from one another.”