Heard, Margaret Ruth (Hitchcock) Margaret passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, July 20th, 2017 at GWM Hospital, Perth. A proud and adoring Mamgu who was much loved by her granddaughters Olivia (Matt) and Sami. A loving Mum to her daughters Sian and Debbie, and son-in-law Rick. And a very loving great Mamgu to Abby, her great grand puppy. Born in South Wales, Margaret's strong will and character were with her from her early working life when she and 3 female coworkers chastised the union for only fighting for pay increases for the men. Margaret married Ernie, the love of her life, and started their family. Then, for the love of her husband and his sense of adventure, moved the family from Wales to Canada. Later on, she followed his dreams and went on the adventure of a lifetime and sailed to the Bahamas. Aside from doting on her granddaughters and great grand puppy, which occupied most of her time, she loved to read, do word searches, watch sports on TV with Rick, while 'telling them what to do', and enjoying tea and chats with friends. She will be missed by family, friends and neighbours in Perth, Toronto, Richmond Hill, Victoria Harbour, Merrickville, Dartmouth, Wales, England and Spain. Margaret was kind, gentle, loving, witty, selfless and such an important part in everyone's lives. We are so fortunate that she lived 87 years and was active in our lives and able to be independent until the end. While this has been a shock we realize that our strong Mum & Mamgu lives on in us, we are forever grateful. She is now with her soulmate and is at peace. Nos da Cariad, we all love you and will miss you. A gathering to honour Margaret's life will be held at Marshall Funeral Home, 10366 Yonge St. Richmond Hill on Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 beginning at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow at 3:00 P.M. in the Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church Cemetery. In remembrance of Margaret, contributions to the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation, 33 Drummond St., West, Perth Ontario K7H 2K1 or the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Home, 15 Gore St. West, Perth