Obituary for Margaret Grace White (Ingram)
Margaret White (nee Ingram) passed away peacefully at the Trent Valley Lodge on Wednesday January 26th in her 82nd year. Born Margaret Ingram in Morden, Manitoba to Gladys and Thomas (Herb) Ingram.
Margaret spent her early years in Pilot Mound Manitoba with her parents and sister Doreen. The family moved to Winnipeg when Margaret was 7, where she spent her youth in the St. James district. She married Carman (Doug) White in 1956 where her life within the Armed Forces began. Their first transfer was from Winnipeg to Trenton Ontario in 1960 at which time they had three young children, Glenn, Darlene and Deborah. Further moves included Zweibruken 1966-67, Lahr, Germany 1967-70 and finally to Trenton in 1970.
Margaret took pride in her employment with Bata Shoe for many years. She was proud to be an Executive Union representative of UFCW and was involved with the Health and Safety committee. Always working tirelessly for the betterment of the union and the brothers and sisters she supported.
Margaret also enjoyed curling and bowling in the early years. She loved gatherings with family and friends for dinners, birthdays and Christmas. She also loved Disney movies, horse competitions and flowers.
Margaret will be forever remembered as a loving and supportive mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. Her quick wit and funny comments kept smiles on many faces. Margaret loved Trent Valley Lodge and was always thankful to all who helped out. She really enjoyed the daily activities; BINGO was her favorite game. She listened well and provided lots of compassionate care to her fellow friends at the lodge. Margaret was beloved by all and will be dearly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, nieces and nephews . Love You Mom we are so proud of you; Glenn, Darlene and Deborah.
Margaret spent her early years in Pilot Mound Manitoba with her parents and sister Doreen. The family moved to Winnipeg when Margaret was 7, where she spent her youth in the St. James district. She married Carman (Doug) White in 1956 where her life within the Armed Forces began. Their first transfer was from Winnipeg to Trenton Ontario in 1960 at which time they had three young children, Glenn, Darlene and Deborah. Further moves included Zweibruken 1966-67, Lahr, Germany 1967-70 and finally to Trenton in 1970.
Margaret took pride in her employment with Bata Shoe for many years. She was proud to be an Executive Union representative of UFCW and was involved with the Health and Safety committee. Always working tirelessly for the betterment of the union and the brothers and sisters she supported.
Margaret also enjoyed curling and bowling in the early years. She loved gatherings with family and friends for dinners, birthdays and Christmas. She also loved Disney movies, horse competitions and flowers.
Margaret will be forever remembered as a loving and supportive mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. Her quick wit and funny comments kept smiles on many faces. Margaret loved Trent Valley Lodge and was always thankful to all who helped out. She really enjoyed the daily activities; BINGO was her favorite game. She listened well and provided lots of compassionate care to her fellow friends at the lodge. Margaret was beloved by all and will be dearly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister, nieces and nephews . Love You Mom we are so proud of you; Glenn, Darlene and Deborah.