Margaret Ann Cajot (nee: Higgins) left us peacefully at Stevenson Memorial Hospital, Alliston, ON, July 28, 2024, at the age of 92 years, with her beloved daughters by her side.
Cherished wife of the late Gerald Cajot, and devoted mother to Susan McGillion (the late David Robert), and Lisa Vachon (Alain). Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren David (Kerri), Michelle (Kevin), Shawn, Carolyn (Justin), and Raquel and her great-grandchildren Hannah, Jack, and Lauren. Predeceased by her granddaughter Danielle.
Fondly remembered by her brother Clayton (Joan), her sister-in-law Isabel, many nieces, nephews and family throughout Canada, Wales, and England. Margaret is predeceased by her loving parents, Edwin and Ethel, her beloved siblings Joan, Sadie, David, Donald, Raymond, and Pat, and her special cousin-in-law Julie. Margaret was born in Swansea, Wales. She graduated from Secretary College and married Gerald, the love of her life. For a decade they travelled around Britain and Europe before moving to Canada in 1961, where they were finally blessed with their daughters. She loved life in Toronto, meeting and entertaining many friends. Margaret worked at York University as an Administrative Secretary for 28 years. During this time she and her family moved to Tottenham because the landscapes reminded her of her beloved Wales. After her ‘Gerry’ passed away, she moved to Wasaga Beach, making great friends through the ‘Diamond Divas’ Club, The ‘Prime Time’ Club and the ‘Probus’ Club. At 90 years old, she finally allowed her daughters to help her move closer to them. Although sad to leave her friends and beautifully cultivated gardens behind, she was grateful to meet more wonderful friends at Kingsmere Retirement Home in Alliston. Here, Margaret enjoyed chatting with special friends, sitting on her balcony to watch the geese in the pond, and listening, once again, to her ‘Tottenham Train” whistle.
The family would like to thank the wonderful PSWs and Staff at Kingsmere, Bayshore, and Stevenson Memorial Hospital, for their care and kindness. Thank you to Dr. Liesbet Jansen for taking over our Mom’s care. A special thank you to Dr. Kristina Stevenson for her kind direction in our time of need.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Church, Colgan on Saturday August 10, 2024, 2024 at 11:30am, with interment to follow at St. James Cemetery. Reception will be held in Cliffside Hall at Rod Abrams Funeral Home, 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham, following the interment. Online condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com
Service
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial
St. James Church
2118 Adjala Tecumseth Townline, Tottenham L0G1W0
Saturday August 10, 2024
11:30am
Elizabeth Gibson says
Sorry to hear of Margaret’s passing. We missed her at our Probus at the Beach. We enjoyed getting together for our lunches. With Sympathy to all her family. Elizabeth Gibson
Barb Else (O'Leary) says
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Thinking of you and your family.
Dorothy says
Lisa, Sue and family,
Praying that God will comfort your hearts and give you strength during this difficult time♥️
Love, the Kerr family
Dorothy says
Sue, Lisa and family,
We admire the love and support you gave your mother in her time of need and always.
We will truly miss her warmth and kind and loving nature.
We are keeping you all in our prayers
Love, Dorothy, Hen and Josie Jop
Marc Piché says
My sincere condolences to your family
Cathy Milbury says
Susan and family, my deepest condolences on the passing of your mother, she was a lovely lady.
Claire Miles says
Dear Sue, Lisa and families, heartfelt condolences on the passing of aunty Margaret. She was such a beautiful lady through and through. We always looked forward to and enjoyed her visits to Wales which she took until her 80’s – amazing! It was a pleasure to know her and uncle Gerry and of course Sue and Lisa and later on their families. Thinking of you all during this painful time, love always Paula, Judith, Claire and families x
Debbie Buck says
Lisa,Susan and families,I was so sorry to hear of Margaret’s passing.Thankyou for letting me know Lisa.What a beautiful lady inside and out.She was one of my mothers dearest friends.I had the pleasure of visiting with your Mom a few years ago.She also kept in touch with me after my Mom passed away.I know my mother and her brother Earl thought the world of your Mom and I know you will all miss her terribly.My deepest condolences
M.K.Megraw says
Our deepest sympathies from the Megraw clan Sue & Lisa. Jesus remember Margaret when You come into Your Kingdom.
Anna Ruffolo says
Dear Lisa I am so sorry for your loss I remember all the heartfelt stories you shared about your beautiful Mom she will remain in your heart for always sending you and your family comforting hugs
E-J May says
Sue and Lisa, we will miss your visits to our dining room table at Kingsmere when you’d bring your Mom down for meals during your frequent visits with her. She loved you both very much and was constantly telling us all the special things you did for her. Margaret and her stories about her family, Wales and York University will be missed.
Charlie and Kathie McGillion says
Sue and family. We are so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Our deepest condolence for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty Horne says
Sincere condolences to Margaret’s family. I knew Margaret as a fellow Probus at the Beach member and fondly remember our times together.
Claire Wallace says
Our condolences on the loss of your beautiful Mother. Thinking of you girls.
Claire and Jerry Wallace
Barb and David Bricknell and Family says
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please accept our deepest condolences.
Dana Leigh says
Lisa and family I’m so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. May her soul Rest In Peace Love Dana Leigh and Devaine
Milena Sacco says
Heartfelt condolences to you Lisa and the entire family.
May your Mom rest in peace